markempa

NOVEMBER 1, 2006

In this month’s issue of Target Marketing , I wrote the cover article on " What’s a Lead? This article also emphasizes the critical role that the (often overlooked) phone plays in the lead qualification process. Read Target Marketing: What’s a Lead? Read Target Marketing: What’s a Lead? That’s not always true.

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JULY 16, 2007

BtoB Magazine: Effective search strategies July 16, 2007 | Permalink TrackBack TrackBack URL for this entry: [link] Listed below are links to weblogs that reference Inquiry management and search marketing strategy : » Moving from Monologue to Dialogue. This post from the B2B Lead Generation Blog caught my eye for some reason.

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JANUARY 24, 2007

MB) January 24, 2007 | Permalink TrackBack TrackBack URL for this entry: [link] Listed below are links to weblogs that reference Podcast: Use Feedback to Boost Lead Generation : » B2B Lead Generation Blog from wagg.it Listen to podcast now (MP3 16:55 min 5.5 It is import. Now what do you do? You’re not alone.

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markempa

SEPTEMBER 12, 2007

Critical Success Factor #9 Effectiveness 8 Critical Success Factors for Lead Generation 2.0 Call for speakers: MarketingSherpa’s B2B Marketing Summit 5 dials to tune in your lead generation process Recent Comments Copyright This work is licensed under a Creative Commons License. He writes, “I go fishing up in Maine every summer.

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markempa

AUGUST 29, 2007

Do you think a typical marketer or sales person (who isnt a good “networker” already) can build relationships and generate sales leads for their company from a social networking tool? Heres my question… If you use social networking tools, Id love to get your input. Why or why not? And if not, should you start?

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markempa

AUGUST 24, 2007

Personally, Ive never seen closed-loop feedback suddenly erupt as a result of software. Read More] Tracked on September 06, 2007 at 12:24 AM Comments Closed Loop Marketing Isnt Software I recently spoke with a reader who was struggling with his closed loop marketing process. But closed-loop marketing isnt software.

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markempa

MAY 9, 2007

« B2B Lead Generation Blog is todays TypePad Featured Blog | Main | The Difference Between ROI and Marketing Accountability » How Lead Nurturing Improves Lead Generation ROI I know theres a lot of emphasis on lead generation (thats a good thing) but, getting a ton of leads doesnt guarantee that increased sales will follow.

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markempa

JUNE 14, 2007

And since links mean leadership on the web, the result is that the less-trendy subjects in B2B marketing—like marketing accountability and lead management—get left behind." " Personally, I think the reason B2B marketing receives less attention comes down to time and momentum. You can’t do that with Hawking.” Thats a fact.

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markempa

AUGUST 16, 2007

And Ive got a lot of great feedback and questions. You can now watch the recorded archive Thank you to ON24 for sponsoring and to the AMA for hosting the event.

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markempa

AUGUST 22, 2007

August 22, 2007 | Permalink TrackBack TrackBack URL for this entry: [link] Listed below are links to weblogs that reference Off topic: Response to meme - 8 Random Things About Me : Comments Off topic: Response to meme - 8 Random Things About Me Ardath Albee, over at Marketing Interactions , tagged me for a meme "8 random things about me.

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markempa

JUNE 28, 2007

Implementing the 4Ts can help you get the most out of the Internet in your b-to-b sales and marketing efforts, and can help improve the alignment between sales and marketing within an organization.”

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markempa

APRIL 18, 2007

As a result there’s been a surge of interest in software and tools to manage the process of lead management, lead nurturing and lead generation with a greater emphasis on measurability. recent exchange he had with Brian Carroll on his B2B Lead Gene. recent exchange he had with Brian Carroll on his B2B Lead Gene.

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markempa

AUGUST 17, 2007

The workhorse of business-to-business direct mail is still the one-page, personalized letter sent in a #10 envelope. Here are some online examples such as: blog posts, podcasts, vidcasts, webinars, e-books, personalized microsites, wikis, and other multimedia. You might also find value in my recent webinar on lead nurturing relevant.

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markempa

NOVEMBER 22, 2006

Brian Carroll at B2b Lead Generation links to an article at MarketingProfs titled: Five Proven Ways to Waste Money with Pay-Per-Click-Advertising (free regn required).

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markempa

JULY 9, 2007

You need to examine each lead ask if they are " sales ready " meaning they are ready to speak to a sales person. They are seeking education and information but would rather not talk to a sales person yet. They are seeking education and information but would rather not talk to a sales person yet.

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markempa

JANUARY 23, 2007

If youre a small business owner (or plan to be one in the future) youll want to put this book on your reading list. It’s great. If you decide to get a copy, you should check out his bonus offers. Ill be posting my Amazon review soon.

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markempa

MARCH 30, 2007

I’m looking forward to learning with you as I interview leading experts (and ask your questions) to get the latest contemporary thinking on lead generation. Stay tuned!

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markempa

AUGUST 1, 2007

Categories B2B Telemarketing Books Cold Calling CRM Current Affairs Direct Marketing Email Marketing Event Marketing Human Touch Lead Generation Lead Management Lead Nurturing Lead Qualification Leadership Marketing Strategy My Podcast Personal Messages Podcasting Public Relations (PR) Referral Marketing ROI Measurement Sales Sales Leads Social Media (..)

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markempa

MAY 13, 2007

Bryan replies, "So many companies are still scraping the bottom end of their sales funnel while many potential prospects are left unsold. The soution?" " Continue reading at ClickZ: The Difference Between ROI and Marketing Accountability.

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markempa

MAY 18, 2007

Marketing and sales can work together on standardizing and documenting their lead generation and sales process so that what is happening can be easily tracked and measured. Develop a marketing program that helps the sales team sell at a personal level. Centralize the lead qualification process.

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markempa

APRIL 19, 2007

Outsource podcast production or do-it-yourself Hints and tips for marketers to start podcasting for lead generation Listen to podcast now (MP3 22 min 5.6

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markempa

DECEMBER 6, 2006

Read More] Tracked on February 07, 2007 at 10:39 AM Comments Where do Your Email Newsletters go? from From the Innovators Desk I know that we can get a lot of information from newsletters, but it is a pretty cumbersome way to get our information.

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markempa

MAY 21, 2007

While I disagree that this is the most effective way to generate leads, it’s important to note that the tenets offered in this post can be just as valuable to sales people doing their own personal lead generation as it to a dedicated marketing team. Be consistent - Remember the fable about the tortoise and the hare?

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markempa

MARCH 6, 2007

Thank you to ON24 Inc. a for sponsoring this event as part of their new Wednesday Webcast with Experts series.

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markempa

JULY 10, 2006

Every salesperson loves leads. And [Read More] Tracked on July 06, 2007 at 10:01 AM Comments Sales Leads Are Too Valuable For Sales People Alone David Meerman Scotts blog post, " Sales Leads Are too Valuable for Sales People ," is worth a read.

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markempa

FEBRUARY 28, 2007

Read More] Tracked on March 01, 2007 at 07:44 AM Comments On giving away ideas I had coffee with a potential partner and our conversation ebbed to a discussion about marketing philosophy and lead generation. If you’re fluent with ideas, as most design people are, you don’t have to be fearful. " Again, its not the car.

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markempa

JULY 5, 2007

Heres some "on-topic" resources for selling your ideas in the workplace: How to Sell an Idea is a concise and well written guide on selling ideas. Selling your ideas: A critical executive skill is another good resource on selling ideas.

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markempa

DECEMBER 21, 2006

Read More] Tracked on October 29, 2007 at 06:20 PM Comments Budget Wars: Sales & Finance vs Marketing I look at the challenge that marketers often face when it comes to getting their budgets approved by finance and I wonder why does it have to be so hard?

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markempa

JUNE 13, 2007

Relevance is one of the most difficult things to achieve with lead generation programs but trigger events can help a great deal. Messaging that addresses (in a personalized manner) a specific problem that your prospect is having is more relevant and thus will be more effective than a generic features and benefits message.

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markempa

MARCH 30, 2007

Keep your database it current and you won’t have to worry about buying more questionable business cards and youll see better ROI from your lead generation investment.

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markempa

JULY 7, 2006

Read More] Tracked on January 19, 2007 at 02:41 PM Comments Closed Loop Feedback: The Missing Lead Generation Huddle In team sports, the huddle is crucial to the success of the team. Neither Salesforce.com nor Sugar CRM are.

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markempa

JUNE 8, 2005

Read More] Tracked on October 09, 2007 at 08:57 PM Comments Using thought leader content as a lead generation tool Demonstrating your expertise gives you an edge to combat commoditization by attracting more business and proactively building your reputation.

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markempa

MARCH 2, 2007

Expect your sales team to follow up on each lead promptly. Measure sales lead acceptance and follow up by sales team. Read More] Tracked on April 04, 2007 at 03:56 PM Comments Going beyond the sales lead Ultimately, the purpose of B2B marketing is to help the sales team sell. Close the loop with your sales team regularly.

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markempa

APRIL 12, 2007

It should be noted that desktop collaboration tools are a viable alternative to in person meetings if your teams are not at the same location. For example, when struggling sales people hear about their colleagues positive results with marketing generated leads, they realize they need to clean up their act and raise the bar.

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markempa

APRIL 24, 2007

He goes on in the post to talk about how to use your relevant and educational content as part of the lead nurturing mix. As important as information gathering is, it is important to not get too personal on the first date. I wrote about this in my post, Why Most B2B Sites Fail to Convert Sales Leads. Think about your web forms.

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markempa

JULY 30, 2007

To Follow the Leads July 30, 2007 | Permalink TrackBack TrackBack URL for this entry: [link] Listed below are links to weblogs that reference 9 1/2 Ways. to Generate and Follow Leads : Comments 9 1/2 Ways. to Generate and Follow Leads Often people are looking for a single superior tactic to give them all the leads they need.

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