Marketing Insider Group

AUGUST 20, 2020

Be consistent in publishing and follow your blog strategy to ensure you meet your content marketing goals. This is a case study of how we helped one of our clients, a SaaS company, achieve its goals with content marketing. The company has taken to heart one of our tenets of content marketing —be the best answer on the internet.

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Webbiquity

FEBRUARY 20, 2020

Understanding sales means comprehending the roots of the profession as well as looking ahead to the future of sales strategies. While basic philosophies still stand the test of time, social media tools and video-based platforms have turned sales into a totally new ballgame. Guest post by Sean Gordon. 1: Start At The Beginning.

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Vision Edge Marketing

APRIL 4, 2023

Data analytics and insights are the keys to unlocking this potential. According to Octolis, many companies are investing 2-6% of their total expenses on data analytics, which includes tools, salaries, and services. For many companies, this investment is six figures. Analyzing this data has emerged into its own industry.

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InsightSquared

APRIL 14, 2021

CROs, and sales leaders alike, often walk into their new role blind. They work tirelessly to assess the funnel quality, sales process adherence, and the overall go-to-market strategy. The key is identifying the sales metrics that matter most and getting ahead of pitfalls with actions like managing dashboards correctly. .

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Sprout Social

MAY 5, 2021

As a marketer, you know getting customers’ attention can be tough, but actually closing those customers is just as much of a struggle for sales reps in your org. That’s because the average sales process is more complex than ever. What is sales enablement, anyway? Blog posts. Social media posts.

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InsightSquared

NOVEMBER 20, 2017

Guest blog by Joe Rodden, Sales Systems Manager at Catalant Technologies. On to the last lever: Management. Some of the toughest problems to solve in sales operations are management issues. Train Managers, Too. Think of it as, “Here’s what we’re rolling out to your reps.” Manage Up With Facts.

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Marketing Insider Group

NOVEMBER 10, 2020

As I discussed earlier this year in my BLOG “ Executive Insights: World-Class Demand Generation and Corporate Social Responsibility Converge at Televerde ”, I was very fortunate to work with some tremendous partners during my nearly 19 year tenure with SAP Global Marketing. Fred, what are your thoughts on this?

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Hubspot

MAY 30, 2023

Like all disruption, generative AI in sales has the potential to completely change the way things are done. In this post, we’ll share the state of generative AI in sales today with three use cases for AI in sales. In this post, we’ll share the state of generative AI in sales today with three use cases for AI in sales.

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Webbiquity

JULY 21, 2020

to extract insights from analytics or generate leads). What’s most important is for marketers to understand what IA can do and how to apply it to improve marketing processes. Here are nine of the top AI-based tools for marketing and sales professionals. 10 AI-Based Marketing and Sales Tools. Fortunately, no!

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Zoominfo

MAY 13, 2018

It’s common knowledge that working in sales is hard. Yet—what most people don’t understand is the extent to which sales pressure can negatively impact an organization. In today’s post we explain the effects of sales pressure and provide ways to mitigate this stress productively. ” ( source ). ” ( source ).

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Webbiquity

MARCH 31, 2022

They must manage multiple campaigns simultaneously, while working effectively with partners across the globe. They need to manage their marketing budgets prudently and make sure every dollar is spent wisely. Integrate your PR plan with a blog or other content that can help drive credibility and trust among visitors.

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Marketing Insider Group

AUGUST 18, 2020

The question of why Sales and Marketing need to be in sync is a no-brainer. Studies have shown that companies with “good” sales-marketing alignment achieve. That’s enough for any B2B company to run with and give it their all. That’s enough for any B2B company to run with and give it their all. Or so you think.).

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Tiecas

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

Industrial marketing for manufacturers is complicated, with many moving parts that must mesh together to produce measurable and sustainable results, i.e., generate better quality leads that turn into sales opportunities. You may face other challenges but these seem most common in my conversations with manufacturers and industrial companies.

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Vidyard

JANUARY 5, 2021

We’re failing to close sales. Every sales pro hits these roadblocks. But there’s good news: You already have the tool you need to beat them — sales analytics. Think about your sales career. How can we make the most of our sales resources and cut the cost of selling? How can you process them into insights?

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Only B2B

APRIL 10, 2024

MQL sits at the intersection of marketing and sales. These are leads that have been validated and are ready to be handed over to the sales team. Many marketers view MQL as flawed because less than 1% of these leads typically reach the final stage of the buying process, and even then, there’s no guarantee they’ll convert.

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Full Circle Insights

OCTOBER 31, 2023

Marketers, and really everyone involved in the go-to-market process at a company, are superheroes. Our October webinar ( the latest installment of our monthly webinar series ), covered how to optimize the go-to-market funnel based on your Salesforce customer journey analytics. It is a real thing. Start with the basics.

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Sprout Social

JANUARY 9, 2024

Regardless of size, most companies face the same challenges—tough competitors, and evolving customer and market demands. Enter AI analytics. According to The 2023 State of Social Media Report , 96% of business leaders agree that AI and machine learning (ML) can help companies significantly improve decision-making.

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Only B2B

MARCH 6, 2024

But there are a lot of factors littering the path of lead conversion [time, sales, team, and more]. But generating qualified leads isn’t – because the number of qualified leads is the most immediate result of your effective B2B lead generation strategy or tactics.

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Vidyard

JANUARY 5, 2021

We’re failing to close sales. Every sales pro hits these roadblocks. But there’s good news: You already have the tool you need to beat them — sales analytics. Think about your sales career. How can we make the most of our sales resources and cut the cost of selling? How can you process them into insights?

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Rev

AUGUST 30, 2023

A disorganized sales process. That’s why sales enablement can be an invaluable tool to help you navigate the choppy waters ahead and build a more efficient sales department. What is the goal of sales enablement? Endless meetings. Communication that lacks clarity. Let’s get started. Think about it.

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Rev

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

Need help building the perfect sales tech stack so you can easily hit your revenue targets? There are hundreds of options for sales tools, and it can be tough to know which ones are the best fit for your team. We’ll also share recommendations on 10 of the best sales tools that you can use to streamline your sales processes.

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SalesIntel

MAY 13, 2024

This scenario is all too common in B2B sales, where complex solutions and lengthy buying cycles can lead to frustrating interactions. The truth is, B2B sales doesn’t have to be a slog. A report by CSO Insights noted that 74% of B2B sales to new customers take at least four months to close, with 46% taking seven months or more.

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Launch Marketing

OCTOBER 28, 2020

Research has shown that up to 50% of leads are qualified but not yet ready to buy and only 3% of those in the market are in an active buying process. Often times sales teams are solely focused on short-term gains and not interested in the longer nurturing processes. Acquisition.

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Rev

MAY 10, 2023

What ABM tactics should you use? And how do you use them in a way that stands out from all of your competitors using the same tactics? In this blog post, we’ve put together a list of 9 ABM tactics that you can use to maximize the ROI of your account based marketing efforts. But where do you start? What’s that?

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SmarkLabs

JUNE 13, 2022

Feeling bamboozled by marketing tactics, channels, and buzzwords? There’s a lot to navigate when searching for the best marketing practices for your emerging company. In this B2B marketing strategy framework, we provide insights on how to develop a manageable strategy for an early market team. Let’s get started.

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seo.co

MARCH 28, 2021

Typically, you have to let them gently slide down the funnel. And though a bottom-of-the-funnel (BOFL) lead is the most fun kind of lead, every BOFL starts as a TOFL, or top-of-the-funnel lead. By learning how to generate and manage these leads, you can accelerate your results. Quick Funnel Primer.

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SmartBug Media

JULY 28, 2023

In today's competitive business environment, it's crucial to find effective tactics that speed up lead-to-opportunity conversion in the deal pipeline. If you're looking to maximize your sales potential and close deals faster, this blog post is for you. Get ready to take your sales game to the next level!

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The Marketing Blender

MARCH 22, 2024

Understanding B2B Digital Marketing Strategies Unlike B2C marketing, which focuses on reaching individual consumers who can often make an immediate decision, B2B marketing typically involves multiple decision makers, longer sales cycles, and higher price points. Understand their needs, pain points, and decision-making processes.

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Smarte

FEBRUARY 20, 2022

7 of the Best Sales Enablement Tools for Sales Success. Imagine this – You have hired the best sales reps, and you have put together a solid sales plan and now you are excited to see all of it come to life. Effective sales enablement has a direct impact on revenue. Let’s dive in. Salesforce. <Put

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Vidyard

JANUARY 5, 2021

We’re failing to close sales. Every sales pro hits these roadblocks. But there’s good news: You already have the tool you need to beat them — sales analytics. Think about your sales career. How can we make the most of our sales resources and cut the cost of selling? How can you process them into insights?

Analytics 65

Analytics Top of Funnel Work Management Marketing Management 65

Tiecas

MARCH 21, 2024

Longer sales cycles, complex technical products, and a highly analytical buyer persona are just a few factors that set it apart. If you’re a marketer at a manufacturer, distributor, or engineering company, you know this firsthand. I’ve witnessed countless industrial companies’ challenges and frustrations firsthand.

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Tactics B2B Marketing Webinar Metrics Marketing Strategy 75

Rev

JUNE 21, 2023

But you’re not wrong for thinking that the goals of lead generation and sales prospecting sound similar. While both strategies aim to generate new customers, lead generation focuses on generating large volumes of leads, while sales prospecting focuses on targeting and converting specific, high-quality prospects.

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Lead Forensics

APRIL 16, 2024

This blog explores 10 ways AI and beyond can supercharge your sales game, from identifying high-potential leads to crafting personalized outreach and automating tasks. Get ready to leverage data-driven insights, improve forecasting accuracy, and become a sales superstar in the age of AI.

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Ideal Customer Profiles Cross-Selling Budget Programs High Quality Lead 52

FunnelEnvy

JANUARY 8, 2024

Unsurprisingly, artificial intelligence is the big news for B2B SaaS marketing and sales in 2024. Yet while generative AI is transforming B2B SaaS marketing, the other big news is not about tech disruption but about people – specifically about the sales experience buyers want now.

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Heinz Marketing

SEPTEMBER 22, 2023

A significant development steering this narrative is the integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) with predictive analytics, a collaboration that promises to add value to businesses by offering deeper insights and facilitating informed decision-making.

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Valasys

MAY 13, 2024

A good strategy that has proven to work for these businesses is the usage of sales automation apps. These apps have rich features and functionalities to process sales and productivity. This article will talk about the seven essential sales automation apps for B2B businesses that can be integrated with business operations.

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MKT1

JUNE 5, 2023

“The marketing funnel is dead,” they say. I agree the marketing funnel isn’t exactly funnel shaped–it's sort of an hourglass. So, I still strongly recommend B2B marketing teams map their funnels. This funnel mapping process is one of the key foundational elements of your growth strategy.

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