Customer Retention Flashcards
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A client has not engaged with your firm in 90 days. Which proactive retention tactic is most appropriate?
Answer: Schedule a personalized re-engagement call referencing their account history
Personalized outreach referencing specific account history demonstrates attentiveness and increases the likelihood of re-engagement.
What does the concept of 'customer lifetime value' (CLV) most directly inform in a retention strategy?
Answer: How much investment is justified to retain an existing client
CLV quantifies the long-term revenue a client represents, helping managers determine appropriate retention investment thresholds.
Which metric best measures whether clients are expanding their use of your services over time?
Answer: Net Revenue Retention (NRR)
NRR captures both retained and expanded revenue from existing clients, making it the strongest indicator of account growth.
A client expresses frustration about a billing error. What is the best first step a relationship manager should take?
Answer: Acknowledge the error, apologize sincerely, and commit to a resolution timeline
Acknowledging the issue and setting clear expectations rebuilds trust quickly and prevents further escalation.
Which of the following is a leading indicator that a client may be at risk of churning?
Answer: An increase in support ticket volume
Rising support ticket volume often signals unresolved frustration that can precede a client's decision to leave.
What is the primary purpose of a client health score?
Answer: To aggregate multiple engagement signals into a single risk or opportunity indicator
A health score synthesizes usage, engagement, support history, and sentiment data to flag at-risk or high-growth accounts.
When should a formal executive business review (EBR) typically be conducted with a key client?
Answer: Quarterly or semi-annually to align on goals, outcomes, and future opportunities
Scheduled EBRs create structured touchpoints to demonstrate value and deepen strategic alignment before issues emerge.