Transforming Careers From Zero Experience to Successful CSM

CSM Practice - The Customer Success Podcast

Unlock the secrets to successful career transitions into Customer Success! In this episode of the CSM Practice podcast, we explore how individuals with no prior experience can thrive as Customer Success Managers (CSMs). Discover actionable insights on training, onboarding, and the essential skills needed for success.
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- Effective strategies for training new CSMs from non-traditional backgrounds
- The importance of empathy and soft skills in Customer Success
- Best practices for creating a robust CSM onboarding program
𝐀𝐁𝐎𝐔𝐓 𝐎𝐔𝐑 𝐆𝐔𝐄𝐒𝐓
Hanene Duprat founded Rise International to provide hands-on Customer Success expertise to businesses worldwide, focusing on satisfaction, retention, and growth. With over 15 years of experience in the B2B digital and SaaS sectors, she also specializes in career coaching for aspiring Customer Success Managers, equipping them with the skills to excel in their roles.
🔗 You may connect with Hanene via LinkedIn.
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📑 Read: Strengths Based Leadership
📑 Read: Essentialism
🎙️Listen: CSMS and Co Podcast
🎙️Listen: Do It Yourself Podcast

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1. Intro (00:00:00)

2. Training Program Inspiration (00:02:22)

3. How to train someone to be a CSM (00:04:58)

4. What kind of people can be a CSM? (00:05:53)

5. High-touch or low-touch? (00:08:36)

6. Training Challenges (00:09:43)

7. Recommending Talent (00:10:53)

8. CSM Training Importance (00:12:36)

9. Program Improvements (00:13:07)

10. Future Hiring Trends (00:13:54)

11. Recommended Resources (00:16:25)