Creating a trustworthy brand: a guide to authentic ratings and reviews

Consumer reviews have consistently been shown to be a valuable and powerful tool for retailers and brands alike—often ranking among the most influential forms of content used by consumers as they decide what to buy.

The best way to handle a complaint

It is an unavoidable fact of running any business that customers will complain. Whether it is a legitimate complaint or not, how you handle these ‘negative inputs’ can help your business, or utterly destroy your reputation.

Tackling fake reviews in the world of ‘astroturfing’

Customer reviews are an increasingly vital part of driving consumers to buy from your site, but the rise of fake reviews – and reputation enhancement agencies – could potentially cost you dear.

Q&A: Kate Olver of UStar Novels

eSeller interviews Kate Olver of UStar Novels, a global publishing company, to discover best practice for ecommerce businesses expanding acros international territories.

Transforming negative buzz about your brand

If your business has been victim of negative chatter, it’s time to get your head out of the sand and deal with it, but do it calmly and professionally, says Suzie Larcombe.

Customer buzz Q&A: Ian Monk of Bathrooms.com

Suzie Larcombe speaks to bathroom design company owner Ian Monk of Bathrooms.com to find out how they monitor what customers are saying about them.

Seven steps for reviews customers will trust

In online retailing customer reviews form the foundation of consumer trust. We’ve all had a bad experience when shopping online and users are hedging their bets by seeking customer reviews on which online store will provide the best service.

Five ways to improve customer service through online feedback

Feedback is essential for measuring customer satisfaction and identifying sales opportunities. Laura Masset, at Panelwarehouse.com, offers five best practices for collecting customer feedback online.

Feedback Q&A: Andrew Brown of DualMedia

Andrew Brown heads DualMedia, a company who create ecommerce sites specialising in RWD and SEO. One client recently sold their ecommerce store for millions of pounds after a redesign using his service.

Can with negative feedback boost profits?

The statistics are scary, over 92% of shoppers will be persuaded by an online review. Why then can a negative review be good for business?