Try to hit these annual planning steps and you and your CS team will be ready to hit the ground running in 2026!

Discover what proactivity looks like, why it matters, and how CSMs can build it into their daily practice in ways that drive meaningful business outcomes.

Too many CS teams carry the weight of retention without the control to drive it. This blog breaks down why true success is a company-wide effort — and how to align goals accordingly.

What if CS teams didn’t just mirror culture, but instead helped to define it?

One of the most powerful tools in a customer success professional’s toolkit isn’t something we say at all. It’s silence.

Struggling to get executive buy-in for your Customer Success team? Start by thinking like an entrepreneur—and crafting a pitch that proves your value in 60 seconds or less. Find out how here.

Playbooks have their place, especially in tech-touch and high-volume segments where consistency and efficiency are critical. But great CSMs aren’t hired to follow instructions. They’re hired to think.

The strongest CS teams aren’t full of heroes. They are built on healthy teams, smart processes, automation and rewarding results.

Too many SaaS leaders have the wrong title, and it’s hurting companies. Let’s break down what each role should mean and how to get titles back on track. 

Find out how to pay attention to both the classic signs of churn risk and more subtle indicators.

A well-designed customer journey isn’t just about solving problems; it’s about anticipating emotions and proactively delivering moments of delight.

As customer success continues to evolve, so must our strategies. Find out how to recognize these nuances and adjust accordingly.

When customers connect emotionally with your product's narrative, they’re more likely to stay beyond the first month. Find our more from our Guest Blogger this week, Sakshi Pratap, Founder & CEO at Hexus AI.

Tips and tricks for asking great questions and seeming like an extrovert, while supporting your introverted side.

What’s coming for CS in 2025? Find out how to position yourself for rapid change and notable anticipated trends according to industry experts.

Our guest blogger, Virgnia Bloom, explores how to support neurodiversity in the workplace, showcasing the unique strengths neurodivergent individuals bring to the table and the benefits of creating an inclusive environment.

Find out how best to build a business case for the things – people, tools, training – your team needs to deliver an excellent customer experience next year.

Find out how to re-establish your value as a trusted advisor and get your buyer relationship back on track.

Realistically, the biggest piece of your budget as a CS leader will be the cost of your team. However, two other large pieces to consider are technology & training. Find out how to plan for those here.

Get tips on how to dial in your headcount for 2025, based on the customer journey you expect your teams to deliver.