Can you build a customer success team from scratch in just 12 months?
In this interview of the CSM Practice Podcast, Irit Eizips and Mariana Nikolova reveal the secrets behind transforming a legacy tech organization by establishing a best-in-class customer success team.
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- The foundational steps that ensured success, including the critical role of a CS charter
- How a structured, phased approach turned challenges into growth opportunities
- Real-world results: millions in incremental revenue and improved customer satisfaction
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Mariana is a seasoned professional with over 15 years of experience in management consulting and strategy execution, focusing on business transformation to drive scale, profitable growth and enhanced customer experience. She has a strong track record of improving performance for Fortune 500 companies in the technology and services sectors, bringing expertise in organizational design, strategic initiatives, and post-sales transformation. Mariana holds an MBA from the University of Michigan and has held key roles with Kearney, Dell, and HERE Technologies.
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๐ฅ Watch: Is Customer Success a Function or a Strategy?
โฌ Download: CSM Profiles Infographic
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Building a CS practice for the first time doesnโt have to feel like an uphill battle. With the right frameworks, you can achieve results faster than you think. I help experienced executives build a proactive, high-performing CS teamโwithout the guesswork & costly missteps of figuring it out alone. Learn more.
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