Pulse June 2016 | Page 36

ClientLoyalty Building Brand Relationships That Last BY NAREN ARULRAJAH “Your website isn’t the center of your universe. Your Facebook page isn’t the center of your universe. Your mobile app isn’t the center of your universe. The customer is the center of your universe.” — BRUCE ERNST, LEADiD SVP OF PRODUCTS CLIENT LOYALTY IS A BIG CHALLENGE for many spa owners and marketers today. Technology advancements place the power of easy access to extensive information and choices in the hands of consumers who are less inclined to stick to just one brand. Consumers tend to be finicky because they now have more choices and fewer reasons to remain loyal to a brand. They come with heightened expectations of brand experiences and will not hesitate to voice their disappointment or distrust of a brand over multiple digital channels. A brand without loyal customers, however, cannot stay competitive and profitable in the long run. So the need for building strong brand loyalty and following is crucial for spa