[Founder Stories] Sarah Buxton: From Shark Tank to Success

[Founder Stories] Sarah Buxton: From Shark Tank to Success Introduction Sarah Buxton is an actress, interior designer, entrepreneur, and founder of Tutublue, a swimwear brand that specializes in stylish UPF50+ suits. Growing up in California, Sarah has spent her life by the ocean. After a melanoma scare threatened her ability to spend time outdoors, she was driven to start her own line of protective swimwear that would allow her to continue enjoying the ocean safely while protecting her skin fro

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Jun: 40% Conversion Rate Through Sales Concierge

"With Channel Talk, we can view past inquiries and customer information, allowing us to identify whether a customer is new or a returning tailor our service accordingly." The Problem: The apparel market is shrinking and rather than sell at a discount just to move stock, Jun wanted to keep selling products at full price to protect their business. The Solution: Jun used Channel Talk to create a sales concierge service for their online store that provided personalized service to help customers make

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Seoul Mills: Doubled Growth Without Ad Spend

The Problem: During COVID-19, Seoul Mills needed a way to grow their e-commerce business as everyone turned to online for shopping. The Solution: Channel Talk helped Seoul Mills segment out and identify their most loyal fans and create a personalized concierge service for their VIPs. The Result: The team built a strong customer community from their returning customers which doubled their growth without having to spend money on ads. Seoul Mills main strategy isn't just about transactions; it's ab

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Customer Cases · F&B · CRM + 2

Bite Me: Reducing Repetitive Inquires Nearly 100% with AI

"ALF being able to reduce the number of inquiries has such a huge impact. Imagine coming to work and see 100 questions waiting for you. It can be exhausting. But if ALF can reduce that by even 20, you start with 80. That feels very different." The Problem: Inquiries were skyrocketing as the company was growing but headcount stayed the same so CX Team Lead Jin-ha was looking for ways to reduce workload for the CX team. The Solution: Channel Talk's FAQ feature utilized AI to suggest FAQs to auto-a

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Customer Cases · Pet · FAQs + 2

What is a Group Chat?

What is a Group Chat and what a good group chat looks like in the workplace What is a group chat (or team chat)? Group chat is a type of communication platform that allows members of a group, team or organization to quickly and easily exchange information in real-time through instant messaging. Group chats are formed by having a user, or multiple users, join a chat room by invite or by a shared link if they're made available. They can send direct messages to the entire group without having to se

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Business Insights

Glowny's Journey: From Retailer to a Thriving Designer Brand – The Secret to Success

Glowny's Journey: From Retailer to a Thriving Designer Brand – The Secret to Success If you're curious about Glowny's journey from the founders' time in the US to the failure of their first business to the birth of Glowny, check out our interview above. Never Forget About Your Customers First Business Failure: Overlooking the Customer It all started as a small retail shop in Dongdaemun and in just a few years, Glowny transformed into one of the most popular designer brands in Korea. In just two

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Customer Cases

How to Ask for Google Reviews

How to Ask for Google Reviews We've all been there: You're traveling in a new city, you're starving and craving a burger, so you pull out your phone and do a quick Google search for a restaurant nearby. You have a few options, but before you make a decision, you scroll down to the reviews section to get a gauge of whether or not the place is worth going to. Sound familiar? It's a scenario many of us have experienced before. Whether you are booking a hotel or searching for skincare products or lo

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How to differentiate yourself from 98% of competitors online - CosRX case study

A diamond in the rough — rising above the competition Businesses all over the world are struggling. With inflation growing out of control, and the post-COVID recession — we’re seeing more and more businesses shutting their doors or letting their staff go. CosRX however, has found a way to grow in the midst of the recession and is showing no signs of slowing down. Why is this impressive? As a cosmetics company originating from South Korea — the mecca of skincare and cosmetics — the competition is

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Customer Cases

Customer Cases

Jun: 40% Conversion Rate Through Sales Concierge

"With Channel Talk, we can view past inquiries and customer information, allowing us to identify whether a customer is new or a returning tailor our service accordingly." The Problem: The apparel market is shrinking and rather than sell at a discount just to move stock, Jun wanted to keep selling products at full price to protect their business. The Solution: Jun used Channel Talk to create a sales concierge service for their online store that provided personalized service to help customers make

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Customer Cases · Fashion · Chatbots + 1

Seoul Mills: Doubled Growth Without Ad Spend

The Problem: During COVID-19, Seoul Mills needed a way to grow their e-commerce business as everyone turned to online for shopping. The Solution: Channel Talk helped Seoul Mills segment out and identify their most loyal fans and create a personalized concierge service for their VIPs. The Result: The team built a strong customer community from their returning customers which doubled their growth without having to spend money on ads. Seoul Mills main strategy isn't just about transactions; it's ab

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Customer Cases · F&B · CRM + 2

Bite Me: Reducing Repetitive Inquires Nearly 100% with AI

"ALF being able to reduce the number of inquiries has such a huge impact. Imagine coming to work and see 100 questions waiting for you. It can be exhausting. But if ALF can reduce that by even 20, you start with 80. That feels very different." The Problem: Inquiries were skyrocketing as the company was growing but headcount stayed the same so CX Team Lead Jin-ha was looking for ways to reduce workload for the CX team. The Solution: Channel Talk's FAQ feature utilized AI to suggest FAQs to auto-a

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Customer Cases · Pet · FAQs + 2

Business Insights

[Coffee Table Ep.3] | How to Get Your First Customer

Channel Talk CEO Josh Kim chats with Min Seon, CEO of Umoh as they discuss how Umoh acquired their first few customers as a growing startup. Coffee Table Ep.3 | How to Get Your First Customer Welcome to Coffee Table, a podcast where we chat with experts about various topics across customer experience, start-ups, and more. In the third episode of our series, Josh sat down with Min Seon of Umoh. Highlights: - Min went to each one of her customers' events to see them use Umoh in action - From the e

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Business Insights

[Sales Tech Star] Navigating B2B Customer Experience: Trends and Biggest Pitfalls

[Sales Tech Star] Navigating B2B Customer Experience: Trends and Biggest Pitfalls (Originally published on Sales Tech Star by Josh Kim) The world of B2B marketing comes with a unique set of challenges and considerations, setting it apart from traditional B2C marketing. Unlike B2C scenarios where advertising often leads to immediate action, B2B customers tend to meticulously evaluate potential tools and solutions before integrating them into their companies. They weigh factors like alignment with

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PR · Business Insights

[Total Retail] 5 Reasons Why VIP Customers Are the Key to E-Commerce Growth

[Total Retail] 5 Reasons Why VIP Customers Are the Key to E-Commerce Growth (Originally published on Total Retail by Josh Kim) Credit: iStock.com by Tom Werner In the crowded and rapidly changing world of e-commerce, understanding the importance of loyal customers is key to achieving sustainable growth and long-term success. VIP customers significantly impact a business’ bottom line, often contributing a substantial portion of total revenue. For context, these are the customers who continue to b

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PR · Business Insights

Quick Tips

CX Manager Efficiency Guide - (1) Chat Support Edition

The Secret to Finishing the Same Work 30 Minutes Earlier as a CX Manager Have you ever found yourself stuck in a cycle of endless conversations, pushing back that project you promised to start this year? As a CX manager juggling multiple tasks while handling customer interactions, efficiency becomes your best friend. Channel Talk is here to revolutionize your workday. Our platform offers a suite of features designed to minimize repetitive tasks and allow you to focus on what truly matters – your

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Quick Tips

Unlocking the Power of Managed Users (MUs) in Channel Talk

In the world of customer management, understanding how Managed Users (MUs) accumulate and leveraging their potential can make all the difference in providing exceptional service and driving business growth. Let's dive into the essentials: --- What is MU? Managed Users, or MU, is the backbone of your customer management strategy within Channel Talk's system. It's not just about storing contact details; MU holds valuable insights like customer interactions and purchase history, empowering you to t

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Quick Tips · customer experience · CRM

If you are new to Channel Talk on your Shopify website

If you are new to Channel Talk on your Shopify website Channel Talk and Shopify: A Perfect Partnership When Channel Talk and Shopify join forces, they empower you to create stunning landing pages, engage visitors, convert leads, and build stronger customer relationships. But before you dive into connecting with customers, it’s essential to ensure that Channel Talk is properly set up on your Shopify platform. Here are 5 essential steps to follow before you start live conversations with your Shopi

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Shopify · Quick Tips · customer experience

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Free Live Chats: Channel Talk vs Tawk.to

Free Live Chats: Channel Talk vs Tawk.to If you're considering Tawk.to, that means you're looking for completely free plan that also includes a lot of robust features so you can talk to your customers without having to pay a hefty price. And if you're on this blog, that means you're considering other free live chat platforms that might be able to offer more than Tawk.to. Here is a quick breakdown of the features both Channel Talk and Tawk.to offer: Tawk.to: Too Basic with Outdated Design Tawk.to

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Free Live Chats: Channel Talk vs Tidio

Free Live Chats: Channel Talk vs Tidio If you’ve moved on from Shopify Inbox and are looking for a free live chat option with more features that can support your business’s growth, you’ve come to the right place. There’s a reason why growing e-commerce stores end up switching to other live chat tools and it’s because as you gain more customers, you need more tools to help you communicate with them. Other major players like Gorgias, Zendesk, and Intercom all do not have a free plan. Making a deci

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Free Live Chats: Channel Talk vs Shopify Inbox

Free Live Chats: Channel Talk vs Shopify Inbox When deciding on a live chat for your e-commerce store, the best option is to choose a free software so you can test out the functionality without spending any money. Whether or not you choose to move on to a paid version is dependent on your business needs. With around 2.5 million businesses using Shopify, starting off with Shopify Inbox, a free live chat tool offered by the e-commerce platform is a great starting option. There are other completely

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