101 - Designing Winning Retention Strategies - Kristen Gray Psychas

Text us your questions and thoughts!Unlock the secrets to thriving in customer success and the nuanced craft of cross-selling with the insightful Kristen Gray Psychas from Banzai. In our latest episode, Kristen, a trailblazer in the customer success landscape, offers a treasure trove of strategies that promise to elevate your career trajectory. Her transition from international relations to influencing the growth of a publicly-traded tech giant is nothing short of remarkable. But it's her candid sharing of how she navigates professional waters as a neurodivergent individual and new mother that truly enriches this conversation. This is more than just a lesson in business - it's a heartening glimpse into personal triumph and growth.Prepare to be inspired as we discuss the pivotal role of understanding customer goals and the transformative power of effective communication for fostering long-term relationships. Kristen's expertise shines as she reveals how kickoff and QBR meetings can become a goldmine for identifying expansion opportunities within your current customer base. We delve into the synergy between customer success and sales strategies, highlighting how transparency with clients can lead to prosperous upsells and cross-sells. Moreover, Kristen's perspective on embracing neurodiversity offers a fresh lens on collaboration, showing us how diverse minds can propel innovation and strengthen team dynamics. Join us for an episode that's as enlightening as it is empowering, charting a path for professional excellence and inclusive teamwork.Follow Kristen Gray Psychas!This episode is proudly brought to you by Vitally.io, the leading all-in-one customer success platform. Visit vitally.io/women today to schedule your demo and get your Airpods.__________________________________________________About Women in Customer Success Podcast:Women in Customer Success Podcast is the first women-only podcast for Customer Success professionals, where remarkable ladies of Customer Success connect, inspire and champion each other. Follow:Women in Customer Success Website - https://www.womenincs.co/podcast LinkedIn - linkedin.com/company/womenincsHost Marija Skobe-PilleyLinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/mspilley/Check out our Courses:The Revenue CSM  - https://womenincs.co/the-revenue-csm