S5E8 Reimagining a Unified Content Experience for Customer Success with Scott Abel

Inside Tech Comm with Zohra Mutabanna

Unlock the secrets of a unified content experience for enhanced customer satisfaction with Scott Abel. Known as the Content Wrangler, Scott takes us through his journey from journalism to becoming a key player in content strategy.
Ever wondered why customer experience is more than just a buzzword? We unpack its multifaceted nature, shining a light on every interaction from prospective to former customers, including internal stakeholders. Scott and I discuss the often-overlooked strategic role of technical writers in delivering timely and relevant content. You'll learn about the potential pitfalls and inefficiencies when customer experience strategies are managed by departments outside content teams, and the financial implications of recognizing technical communication as crucial for customer experience success.
Discover the strategic value of technical documentation beyond its traditional role. This episode covers how documentation impacts post-sale support and even pre-sale decisions, driving significant traffic without a marketing budget. We explore leadership awareness, the importance of interdepartmental collaboration, and the critical role of metrics in ensuring customer satisfaction. With insights into evolving KPIs, effective corporate communication, and the importance of continuous learning, this episode gives you simple tips to improve the overall content experience in the customer experience journey.
Guest Bio
Known as "The Content Wrangler," Scott Abel is a content strategist who helps companies improve the way they author, maintain, and deliver information to those who need it. He's co-author of "Intelligent Content: A Primer" and "The Language of Content Strategy" and creator of the Content Strategy Series of books from XML Press.
His blog, TheContentWrangler.com, is a popular destination for communication pros seeking information about content management strategy and related topics. Scott’s social networking group on Linkedin, The Content Wrangler Community, is a global network of content professionals that attracts tens of thousands of members from around the world. He also has a large following on Facebook and Twitter.
Show Credits
Intro and outro music - Az
Audio engineer - RJ Basilio

פרקים

1. S5E8 Reimagining a Unified Content Experience for Customer Success with Scott Abel (00:00:00)

2. Evolution of Content Strategy Practice (00:00:04)

3. The Importance of Customer Experience (00:14:28)

4. Strategic Value of Technical Documentation (00:22:08)

5. Enhancing Customer Experience Through Strategic Content (00:29:04)

6. Driving Collaboration for Customer Success (00:38:23)

7. Tracking Metrics for Customer Satisfaction (00:50:25)

8. Evolving KPIs for Customer Satisfaction (00:53:34)

9. Effective Communication in Corporate Strategy (00:59:03)