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EPISODE · May 20, 2026 · 28 MIN

If You Want to Charge Premium Prices, Nail the Customer Experience Says Vance Morris, former Disney Exec

from Small Business Stories · host Loralyn Mears

S6:E49 Yes, you can charge premium pricing - but only if your customers feel the difference. In this episode, Dr. LL sits down with Vance Morris, founder of Deliver Service Now and former Disney leader, to explore how businesses can design experiences that justify higher prices and build stronger trust. If people don't trust you, they hesitate. If they don't remember you, they don't refer you. If they can't explain why you're different, your value gets misread. Vance breaks down how Disney-inspired systems, origin stories, waiting-period engagement, and small customer journey details can turn ordinary services into memorable experiences. Core Problems Premium pricing without premium cues Customer journey friction Weak differentiation in commoditized markets Business owners undervaluing their own service Lack of systems for consistent customer experience Practical Takeaways Build "tellable" moments into your customer journey Use experience design to create perceived value Communicate price increases clearly and strategically Map the journey from the customer's point of view Systemize the experience so service quality is repeatable Who This Episode Is For Entrepreneurs, service providers, operators, and founders trying to escape commodity pricing. Invisible brands don't make money. But misunderstood value gets underpriced. STEERus helps businesses clarify their signal so customers understand why they are worth choosing. Subscribe, share, and follow Small Business Stories for grounded conversations on entrepreneurship, visibility, trust, and growth. ✅ Subscribe for weekly conversations on entrepreneurship  🔁 Share this episode with someone who needs to be heard Follow STEERus on social media: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DrLLSmallBusiness Instagram: https://instagram.com/steerus LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/steerus Twitter: https://x.com/steerus_io  

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