Contently

MAY 26, 2020

When I was making the transition from journalism to marketing, my first big epiphany came from a caveman cartoon. You make content, people click on it, and then—BOOM—they immediately buy something or fill out a demo request form. After all, if our search ads work that way, shouldn’t content work that way too?

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KoMarketing Associates

OCTOBER 21, 2020

In my last blog we discussed the detailed ways B2B marketers can reach their target audience through paid advertising on LinkedIn. While there are several ad formats to choose from on LinkedIn, lead generation campaigns are one of the best ways to ensure conversions through LinkedIn advertising.

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Adobe Experience Cloud Blog

MARCH 9, 2020

The search marketing industry is built to run like a macroeconomy. Search results are resources. . Google is a governmental body, and they work to improve market outcomes through the application of policies (algorithm updates). . As search marketers, we must assume that users on the internet are also rational. .

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Hinge Marketing

JANUARY 5, 2023

As Earth perishes from drought and famine, the protagonist played by Matthew McConaughey embarks on a time-sensitive journey across the universe in search of a new home for humanity. The mysterious force of gravity is the most vivid analogy I can use to describe the power of a successful inbound content marketing plan.

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Metadata

JANUARY 18, 2023

Based on Silvio Perez’s DEMAND session: “Building a Paid Media Strategy in a Down Economy.” Was Sun Tzu, the famed Chinese military general and author of The Art of War , talking about paid media strategies when he said, “In the midst of chaos, there is also opportunity?” No, but he could have been.

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FunnelEnvy

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

In response, the search and web ads giant is revamping its search engine results page (SERP). Many companies are re-evaluating their marketing strategies, from social media marketing to SaaS SEO strategy. Let’s look at an update.

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Launch Marketing

MARCH 6, 2024

As marketers, we strive to understand and adapt to the dynamic needs of our target audiences. While buyer personas have been the key component of many marketing strategies, what if the key to unlocking more effective and resonant content lies not in demographic details but in the intricacies of an individual’s personality ?

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Oktopost

JUNE 4, 2024

You’ll find one element in every B2B marketing success story: a high-quality lead is a lead that has true potential to convert. Generating high-quality leads is what all your marketing efforts come down to, and a lead generation landing page is a pivotal moment in the journey down your sales funnel.

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ANNUITAS

MAY 28, 2020

A few weeks ago, my colleague Scott Parent wrote about the immediate impact the COVID-19 pandemic was having on marketing. In it, Scott offered four actionable ways to quickly and effectively shift your demand marketing plan to accommodate the changing business environment. So, where you use webinars is key. Paid Search.

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Zoominfo

JANUARY 15, 2021

The world has been stirred up by a global pandemic, most of us are still working from home, and digital marketing strategies have become a critical part of every company’s survival. When it comes down to it, one of the most important things marketing organizations are tasked with is generating marketing qualified leads (MQLs).

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Zoominfo

MARCH 9, 2021

Marketing teams work in a cross-functional capacity to develop ongoing, omni-channel strategies that utilize a portfolio of tactics to connect value propositions to the right audience. While the two terms are somewhat synonymous, demand generation strategies span the entire funnel. Demand Gen = Sales + Marketing.

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Oktopost

APRIL 9, 2024

59% of marketers attribute revenue growth to marketing-generated leads , so demand-generation tactics remain a non-negotiable among marketing teams. Higher ROI- By bringing in higher-quality leads and shortening their time in the sales funnel, you’ll see higher returns on your marketing spend.

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SpotMe Blog

JULY 27, 2021

You already know that webinars are among the greatest ways to reach and educate your target audience. Webinars and online events are definitely worth the effort even though measuring their success can sometimes be tricky because it can take many points of contact to close a sale. How to Evaluate the Success of Your Webinars.

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Valasys

APRIL 22, 2024

Lead Generation Techniques Lead generation is the foundation of any effective marketing strategy. Content marketing , social media campaigns, and SEO optimization are all utilized to attract potential customers and convert them into leads. Lead harvesting methods like this one gain more traction on the website.

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Metadata

AUGUST 23, 2022

It’s not exactly news that LinkedIn advertising can be expensive. Google that phrase, and you’ll see articles like “Why are LinkedIn ads so dang expensive?” and “LinkedIn is the most expensive digital advertising platform.”. Our customers’ LinkedIn ad experiments prove that out. Note: This data includes Conversation ads.

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Zoominfo

NOVEMBER 29, 2021

Whether your marketing department is a startup or well established, you should routinely assess which key performance indicators (KPIs) you’re tracking — and if you’re not tracking any, decide where to start. Every marketing team should have specific KPIs that align with their department’s goals and the organization’s goals at large.

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Walker Sands

JUNE 13, 2022

From SEM to marketing automation, successful B2B demand generation strategies are key to achieving business goals and reaching your audience. Accelerating Sendbird’s Growth With Optimized Paid and SEO. Ultimately, the demand generation program generated impressive results for Sendbird over a nearly two-year period, including $12.7

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Choozle

MARCH 29, 2022

Catering your messages and tactics to align and guide your potential customers through the decision-making funnel will yield long-term results, as each stage demands its own tactics and goals to ensure it fuels user action. The content you show your customers in this stage should be informative and educational before becoming a sales pitch.

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Hinge Marketing

JUNE 14, 2021

High quality premium content is arguably one of the most important elements of a successful content marketing strategy. Savvy professional services firms and other expertise driven sales teams develop content specifically to educate potential clients and showcase their expertise and areas of focus.

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The Marketing Blender

JUNE 5, 2024

Sometimes the market doesn’t even know it needs what you’re selling. Demand generation isn’t just about filling your sales funnel – it’s about priming the market, educating your audience, and positioning yourself as the go-to authority before they even start looking for solutions. You are not alone.

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Metadata

OCTOBER 6, 2021

For demand marketers focused on driving sales and business growth, revenue is the ultimate KPI. And targeting your audience with paid social media campaigns is one of the best ways to do that. How to look at the data LinkedIn vs. Facebook for B2B marketing What are the best CTAs? How long should your ad text be?

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Optinmonster

FEBRUARY 11, 2024

Hack Your Email List Growth With Exit Intent Email marketing is one of the best ways to connect with your visitors, and encourage them to become subscribers and customers. Best of all, email marketing is affordable. After that, you can always try one of these email marketing services. Plus it’s very cost effective.

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Directive Agency

AUGUST 3, 2020

While a majority of B2C companies are crushing the social media marketing game, many B2B organizations are lagging behind. It’s going to take a lot more than a stellar Facebook ad to turn a prospective buyer into a paying customer. Facebook advertising for B2B brands. Focus on the funnel. The problem?

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Zoominfo

OCTOBER 5, 2021

Marketing teams work in a cross-functional capacity to develop ongoing, omnichannel strategies that utilize a portfolio of tactics to connect value propositions to the right audience. While the two terms are somewhat synonymous, demand generation strategies span the entire funnel. What is Demand Generation?

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Oktopost

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

Rather than limiting social media to corporate profiles, this strategy involves sales teams utilizing their personal accounts to reach new prospects, share insights, and engage in meaningful conversations. This is also an entirely organic approach, as your employees post and share company content manually (no paid ads involved).

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Martech

SEPTEMBER 24, 2021

Account-based marketing or ABM is a B2B marketing strategy that aligns sales and marketing efforts to deliver targeted advertising, as well as personalized content and messaging, to high-value accounts. It has been used by B2B marketers for well over a decade. ABM isn’t new, though.

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Oktopost

JULY 30, 2020

Between January and April 2020, the number of brands running webinar ads has more than doubled from 223 to 463. This means webinars are now mainstream even with the most traditional of industries. Webinars in particular are ramping up and becoming an integral part of sales processes in 2020 and beyond. .

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Inbox Insight

OCTOBER 19, 2023

In the realm of Account-Based Marketing (ABM), two terms frequently arise that B2B marketers often struggle to comprehend – demand generation and lead generation. While these two concepts may seem interchangeable, they in fact serve unique roles in any B2B marketing strategy.

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BenchmarkONE

JUNE 29, 2022

Inbound marketing is a tactic employed by almost every business that has an online presence. By offering a strong marketing strategy that successfully pulls in leads, you’ll be able to keep your clients happy and work on building a retainer business for more reliable income. . Optimizing for search on multiple responsive devices.

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Televerde

DECEMBER 14, 2020

Lead generation is an essential part of any marketing program. In fact, not surprising, the top priority for marketers is lead generation. The channel is the first step in your lead funnel and where you can begin to build a relationship with the prospect. Content Marketing. Bottom of content. Social Media.

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BenchmarkONE

NOVEMBER 10, 2022

A marketing funnel is a visual representation of your customer’s journey from the moment they come in contact with your brand till they become a paying customer. Other marketers also refer to marketing funnels as purchase, conversion, and lead funnels, among others. Why Do You Need A Marketing Funnel?

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Optinmonster

DECEMBER 26, 2022

Organic lead generation is the process of bringing in potential customers without spending money on PPC ads, sponsored content, or other paid marketing. Your leads will generally find you through organic search for a product, service, or question, rather than clicking on an ad or a direct link to your website.

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Parse.ly

JULY 29, 2021

Table of Contents. Understand content marketing for top of the funnel. Incorporate multiple channels in marketing funnel stages. Build successful marketing funnel stages. When we talk about The Content Marketer’s Funnel , lead generation gets a lot of attention.

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The ABM Agency

FEBRUARY 19, 2023

Reading Time: 10 minutes Account Based Marketing (ABM) is a powerful strategy for B2B organizations that can be used to drive demand and increase customer loyalty. In this blog post, we will explore examples of account based marketing campaigns and strategies that have been successful in increasing engagement with target customers.

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ConvertKit

JUNE 21, 2021

After all the work you put into creating your incredible product, you need a proper marketing plan. The ability to launch a product without worrying about social media algorithms limiting your reach ( and sales ). Start growing your email list by sharing the URL on your social media channels and adding it to your website or blog!

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The ABM Agency

FEBRUARY 19, 2023

Reading Time: 10 minutes Account Based Marketing (ABM) is a powerful strategy for B2B organizations that can be used to drive demand and increase customer loyalty. In this blog post, we will explore examples of account based marketing campaigns and strategies that have been successful in increasing engagement with target customers.

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Stevens & Tate

OCTOBER 14, 2022

Once your buyer has been made aware of their problem, searched through your content, and become a lead, their true “shopping” experience begins. Email marketing and marketing automation are the primary avenues for marketing to your buyers at this point. Drip Emails. Lead Nurturing Campaigns.

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