The Power of Customer Experience with Tracy Kuchar from Lost Farm Co

This blog is a summary of an episode of the Sunny Mary Meadow Podcast. Listen to it in its entirety below. 

In the world of flower farming, customer experience is everything. As a flower farmer myself, I've come to realize just how crucial it is to not only grow beautiful blooms but also to provide an exceptional experience for my customers. Recently, I had the pleasure of interviewing Tracy Kuchar from Lost Farm Co, a fellow flower farmer and certified customer experience professional, on The Sunny Mary Meadow Podcast. Tracy shared some invaluable insights on the importance of customer experience in the flower farming industry, which I'd like to delve into further in this blog post.

Firstly, Tracy highlighted the distinction between customer service and customer experience. While customer service focuses on the specific interactions between a customer and a business, customer experience encompasses the entire journey and impression a customer has with a brand. It's about creating a seamless and enjoyable experience from start to finish, from the moment a customer discovers your farm to the moment they receive their flowers.

One key aspect of providing a great customer experience is understanding and meeting customer needs. As Tracy pointed out, this is the foundation of a good customer experience. By taking the time to understand what our customers are looking for and tailoring our offerings to meet those needs, we can ensure that every interaction with our farm is a positive one.

Another crucial element Tracy discussed is the importance of setting clear expectations for the customer experience. This means being transparent about things like pricing, delivery times, and product availability. By clearly communicating these expectations upfront, we can avoid misunderstandings and ensure that our customers know exactly what to expect when they choose to buy from us.

One of the most valuable insights Tracy shared was the idea of differentiating our farms by focusing on specific customer segments or offering unique products. By identifying a niche market, such as selling wholesale to florists or providing flowers for corporate events, we can tailor our offerings to meet the specific needs of those customers. This not only enhances the customer experience but also sets us apart from our competitors.

In conclusion, customer experience is a crucial aspect of running a successful flower farming business. By focusing on understanding and meeting customer needs, setting clear expectations, and differentiating our farms, we can create a memorable and enjoyable experience for our customers. As Tracy from Lost Farm Co so aptly put it, "Customer experience is not just a buzzword—it's the key to building a loyal customer base and thriving in the flower farming industry."

She lives near Princeton, NJ. You can find Tracy's page on www.instagram.com/lostfarmco/ @lostfarmco