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Mar 2025
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Loyalty in Marketing Unlocked With Paula...

Ibrahim Jabri
About this episode

Key Topics Covered: • Defining loyalty marketing and its role in driving profitable behavior change • The power of data in creating personalized customer experiences • How top brands like Starbucks, Amazon Prime, and Emirates Skywards excel in loyalty programs • The balance between rewarding loyal customers without excessive discounts • The growing influence of AI in enhancing customer segmentation and engagement • Budget considerations and measuring the ROI of loyalty programs

Key Takeaways: • Loyalty marketing is about fostering authentic connections with customers • Businesses must strike a balance between incentives and profitable outcomes • Successful programs, like Discovery Vitality, prove that loyalty strategies can deliver significant results when done right

Don't miss Paula's expert insights on building loyalty strategies that last!

Links & Resources: • Connect with Paula Thomas: letstalkloyalty.com | loyalty.tv • Follow Paula on LinkedIn: Paula Thomas

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Timestamps:

 

00:00 Introduction

00:37 Welcome to the Podcast

01:27 Guest Introduction: Paula Thomas

03:12 Defining Loyalty Marketing

05:34 Importance of Loyalty Programs

09:32 Successful Loyalty Programs

09:52 Industries Thriving with Loyalty Programs

13:56 Churn and Loyalty

19:50 Amazon's Sunk Cost and Consumer Behavior

21:10 The Future of Loyalty Programs

23:11 Pros and Cons of Loyalty Marketing

32:50 Impact of AI on Loyalty Marketing

35:26 Budget Considerations for Loyalty Marketing

37:18 Advice for Small Businesses on Loyalty Programs

38:28 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

 

 

 

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