Today’s executives are experiencing an incredible amount of decision fatigue. In fact, according to Forbes, 7 out of 10 executives say burnout is negatively affecting their ability to make thoughtful, proactive decisions. Two factors contribute to the sense of overwhelm. First, the customer experience is more complex than ever. Second,... read more →

Many Customer Success (CS) leaders are at an inflection point: Can we build what we need for Customer Success inside Salesforce—or is it time to invest in something purpose-built? It’s a classic debate. CRMs are already in place and familiar with go-to-market (GTM) teams. But as Customer Success (CS) becomes... read more →

For years, revenue growth was fueled by net-new logo acquisitions. Fast-forward to the post-ZIRP (zero interest-rate policy) era, and that model is less sustainable. As Nick Mehta, CEO, Gainsight, said during Revenue Unplugged: “You can’t out-hunt the leaky bucket anymore. It's about keeping and growing your existing customers.” Buyers are... read more →

There’s something that happens when you sit in a post-sale leadership seat long enough. You start thinking in functions. In roadmaps. In metrics. But here’s the mindset shift we’re inviting you to make today: Your customers don’t experience your company through departments, job titles, or tech stacks. They experience your... read more →

Welcome to the grandest—or Grande-ist —stage of Customer Success: Pulse 2025!  Set against the dazzling backdrop of Las Vegas, a city synonymous with dreams and possibilities, our conference, themed around the beloved musical Wicked, promises to enchant and empower. On May 28th and 29th, Gainsight invites you to transform into... read more →

Things that are often hidden: Secret menu items at restaurants, messages in a long-lost group chat, and—most overlooked of all—the revenue sitting inside your Customer Success (CS) team. The value of CS has quietly evolved—and the evidence is everywhere. From the technology that Customer Success Managers (CSMs) use to improve... read more →

Most companies adopting customer community solutions are aware of the key features needed to get started. Tools like community forums, knowledge base articles, and gamification are all great, but how do you build a community that’s more than the sum of its parts? How do you capture that certain je... read more →

“There aren’t enough hours in the day!” It’s a common phrase that many Customer Success (CS) professionals repeat to themselves as they sift through their to-do list. The customer experience has evolved in the last few years to require more from CS teams in a faster timeline. Add to that... read more →

Okay, let's cut to the chase: We just acquired Skilljar, the leader in Learning Management Software (LMS). And honestly, we are buzzing with excitement. This isn't just another business move; it's a fundamental shift in how we think about customer education, and it will be huge for you, our customers.... read more →

The power of AI rests in data. If you’ve done any research on AI solutions, you’ve likely run into the phrase, “garbage in, garbage out.” The core of that message is true: All companies should strive towards clean, accurate, and organized data. But, no company will have perfect data maintenance,... read more →