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How Connected TV Advertising Can Transform Your Marketing Strategy

Marketing Insider Group

Many individuals in today’s society have become accustomed to getting everything on-demand. This includes TV shows, live broadcasts, movies, and other similar types of entertainment. Gone are the days when consumers were trapped by the limits of pre-programmed, linear TV. Now, streaming has allowed households to cut out cable—or never connect with it at all.

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Increase Customer Retention: Why Multichannel Marketing Is an Underrated Tool

Act-On

Winning new customers is an exciting accomplishment. But most marketers also know the real work begins after that. The cost of acquiring a new customer is estimated to be five to seven times more than retaining an existing one. Retention issues translate to lost dollars and more work for marketing teams who strive to battle the vicious cycle of churn.

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AI is a game changer, but not generative AI

Martech

The generative AI arms race may be over before most people know it’s begun. Take the case of genAI as an assistant, helping users find their way around their dashboards, their messaging apps, their datasets, summarizing documents and chats and answering questions posed in natural language. Everybody’s doing it This week at PegaWorld I heard a lot about Pega’s Knowledge Buddy, an assistant trained on an organization’s own data and also plugged into an LLM, in this case Ope

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How to Stay Productive as a Social Media Manager

Oktopost

Social media managers do it all – literally. Sheldon Bruck went Behind the Post to reveal how he stays productive while juggling multiple responsibilities as a Social Media and Community Manager. Listen to the Podcast: Or subscribe on Spotify , Apple Podcasts , or YouTube Watch the live recording: Episode Summary Social Media Managers wear many hats.

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WorkCast's Ultimate Webinar Handbook 2024

Elevate your webinar game with WorkCast's Ultimate Webinar Handbook! Packed with insights from our seasoned webinar experts, this comprehensive guide is your go-to resource for mastering the art of B2B webinars. Learn the fundamentals, from defining webinars to exploring their benefits and diverse use cases. Discover the key elements of running a successful webinar, avoiding common mistakes, and making your sessions more engaging.

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A Father’s Day Letter from an Incarcerated Daughter

Televerde

Dear Dad, Father’s Day brings a mix of emotions for many. Still, for me, it is a day of reflection and gratitude, especially through the lens of our transformed relationship since my incarceration. Growing up, you were my hero, a military man who served with dedication. I idolized you for your strength and bravery. Despite your frequent absences due to military duty, our bond was strong.

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Is 2024 the year of Reddit for Google SEO?

SmartBrief - Marketing

Google is always looking for new ways to engage with users and facilitate stronger searches. Often, this comes via regular algorithm updates. Other times more extensive changes are made to alter how searches are conducted and the kinds of information that are disseminated to users, as seen in the Helpful Content Update and the recent AI Overviews addition.

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How to bridge the gap between creative marketers and marketing analysts

Martech

Data-driven marketing organizations must create a conduit of information between their data teams and creative teams. However, legacy organizational structures, specialty skills and a lack of shared information often hinder this flow. Let’s explore the roots of the divide between creative marketing teams and marketing analysts and uncover practical solutions to bridge this gap.

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Higher education social media strategy: How Gettysburg College makes the grade

Sprout Social

An effective higher education social media strategy has to appeal to various audiences: current students, prospective students, alumni, staff, donors, fans, families and more. Each of these communities is unique, yet they all contribute to one shared college experience. Addressing the needs and interests of multiple audiences calls for a commitment to data, collaboration and tailored messaging.

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AI In Lead Generation – Scaling Revenue Like Never Before

Binary Demand

[ps2id id=’overview’ target=”/] B2B lead generation is vital for sales and marketing, driving business growth, expansion, and revenue. Without leads, businesses would struggle to thrive. The rise of Artificial Intelligence (AI) has revolutionized lead generation, making the process faster and more efficient. AI-powered B2B lead generation solutions help businesses identify, engage, and nurture leads on a large scale, allowing them to connect with more prospects quickly.

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The Top 3 Tips for Writing Successful White Papers

In the B2B marketing toolkit, white papers can be a powerful option for reaching decision-makers and experts, presenting them with interesting information that improves their perception of your organization's competence and thought leadership. That said, a poorly executed whitepaper will not only be unable to influence your desired audience but will also come with significant costs that other assets won't incur.

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Does the AIDA Model Hold Water for Sales in 2024?

Marketing Insider Group

Understanding sales and marketing frameworks is crucial for success as you grow your company. One such model, the AIDA Model, or Attention, Interest, Desire, and Action, continues guiding marketers as it has for over a century. Image Source But as we stride into 2024, does this classic model still hold water? With digital transformation reshaping consumer behavior and the emergence of new marketing channels , it’s essential to reassess traditional methods.

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The MKT1 Guide to positioning

MKT1

We’ve all seen “positioning” docs that are 10 pages or 30 slides long. When you look at them your eyes glaze over. You finally finish reading, but it’s still not clear what the product does, why it’s better, or even who it’s for. I’ve seen one of these docs for most startups I’ve worked with. They typically all miss the point.

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Spotlight on the expert: Shama Hyder

Martech

Shama Hyder is OG social media marketing. At the University of Texas, Austin, she wrote her thesis on Twitter — back when it had 2000 users. She was at SXSW’s first-ever event about interactive. At one point in the interview, Shama says social media marketing is one of the few things she’s good at. You don’t have to talk to her long to know that isn’t true.

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Email Scrubbing: How to Clean Your Email List & Skyrocket Conversions

Optinmonster

If you’ve grown your email subscriber list to a number you’re proud of, it can be painful to purposely reduce that number through email scrubbing. However, maintaining a clean email list, free of incorrect addresses and lapsed subscribers, is an essential part of successful email marketing. In my 15 years of sending promotional emails , I’ve seen just how important it is to clean your list regularly.

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21 Advanced ChatGPT Prompts To Take Your Social Media to the Next Level

Upgrade your social media game with our in-depth playbook: "21 advanced ChatGPT prompts for social media managers". These powerful prompts are tailored to supercharge your content creation, strategy development, and results analysis. Say goodbye to writer's block and hello to endless creativity as you effortlessly generate engaging posts, come up with original strategies, and optimize your social media performance - all in a fraction of the time.

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How To Use Technology To Unlock Content and Marketing Potential

Content Marketing Institute

Don’t let fears around the tech revolution thwart your marketing success. See AI and other technologies as the opportunity to do things on behalf of your brand and audience that you could only imagine a few years ago.

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Automotive Search Engine Optimization Experts – GoBeyond SEO

Go Beyond SEO

Did you know that 93% of online experiences begin with a search engine? That means if you’re not ranking well on search engine result pages, you’re missing out on a significant amount of potential customers for your automotive dealership. That’s where GoBeyond SEO comes in as automotive search engine optimization experts. GoBeyond SEO is a team of experts specializing in automotive search engine optimization.

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How to Persuade Your Boss to Send You to Ahrefs Evolve

Ahrefs

But don’t worry—we’ve got your back. Here are 5 arguments (and an example message) you can use to persuade your boss to send you to Ahrefs Evolve. SEO is changing at a breakneck pace.

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Oracle says goodbye to the adtech business

Martech

With one line in an earnings call on Tuesday full of positive talk around cloud computing and artificial intelligence, Oracle CEO Safra Catz put an end to a line of business Oracle built through acquisitions for more than a decade. “In Q4, we decided to exit the advertising business, which had declined to about $300 million in revenue in fiscal year ’24,” Catz said.

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The Resurgence of Direct Mail as a Growth Marketing Strategy

Speaker: Jeff Tarran, COO, Gunderson Direct & Margaret Pepe, Executive Director of Product Management, U.S. Postal Service

Learn the secrets to direct mail success for growth marketers! Industry veterans Jeff Tarran and Margaret Pepe are here to delve into how direct mail has completely evolved in recent years, and has rightfully earned a seat at the table alongside the email and digital marketing plans of SMBs, enterprise companies, and agencies as they look into strategy for 2024 and beyond.

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Did GA4 Overpromise and Underdeliver? An In-Depth Analysis

Goodish Agency

The answer is nuanced. While GA4 has introduced innovative features and capabilities that mark a significant step forward in digital analytics, it has also.

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Is It OK for Platforms to Train Their AI With Your Content?

Content Marketing Institute

This past week, people grew outraged over Adobe’s update to service terms for its Creative Cloud, and Meta let UK and European users know their information can be used to develop its AI products. What should marketers make of all this?

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Foggy Figures: Seeing Beyond Marketing Attribution's Mirage

CMSWire

Stop. Obsessing. Over. Marketing. Attribution. Take your lessons, get outta there and craft campaigns accordingly. Continue reading.

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How to Become a Thought Leader in the Building Materials Industry

Navigate the Channel

The concept of thought leadership evolved from leadership in general, where those who led in an industry were—or felt—obligated to guide others within the field, share knowledge and prepare the way for industry growth, depth and maturation. What started as something distinguished, substantial and authoritative became a buzzword. Suddenly it seemed, public relations professionals and marketers pushed their clients and companies to become trailblazers and masterminds with the moniker of thought le

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What Regulations Will Impact Sustainability Comms in 2024?

Navigating the waters of sustainability reporting disclosures and regulations can be intimidating, to say the least. With various measures set in motion in 2023 to keep companies accountable, there is a lot in store for brands’ impact communication in the upcoming year. 3BL is kicking off this January with our Navigating ESG Comms Through the Cosmos - Capricorn Edition by highlighting the impact of: The U.S Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Climate disclosure rules The European Commission

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Hiring a data warehouse architect: Best of the MarTechBot

Martech

Best of the MarTechBot showcases the MarTechBot’s responses to prompts submitted by readers. See more about how marketers are using MarTechBot here. The language model is based on content from MarTech embedded on top of ChatGPT. The editors of MarTech selected this response for its usefulness and have supplemented it with additional relevant content.

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The Power of Leading with Kindness: Its Transformative Effects on the Workplace

Trade Press Services

In today’s fast-paced business world, kindness isn’t a strategic priority for most organizations. In fact, it is often considered a weakness. After all, nice guys finish last. Or do they? International leaders such as Mother Theresa, Princess Diana, Mahatma Gandi, Martin Luther King, Jr., and Nelson Mandela are recognized for inspiring millions and changing the world with kindness.

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What Every B2B Brand Should Know About Influencer Marketing (Pricing Included)

Content Marketing Institute

Businesses are the most trusted entity today. Adding B2B influencer marketing to your owned media strategy can boost that advantage. Learn the benefits, influencer types, estimated pricing, and how to get started today.

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28 Color Combinations That Work Like Magic in Social Media

Bannersnack

16 minutes read Creating something visually pleasing does require a fair amount of talent and inspiration, but it’s not as subjective as we’re often led to believe. While tastes differ, human perception is programmed at a primal level to notice and admire harmony, whether it’s the sound of music or the shapes and colors that surround us.

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The AI-Enabled CMO: Practical Tips for Today's B2B Marketers

Speaker: Paul Slack, Vende Digital CEO

On October 11th, understand how to navigate the AI landscape confidently, turning insights into groundbreaking strategies that set you apart. Why attend? You'll learn: Practical applications/Use cases How to find and assess the right AI technology Prioritizing quick wins Mastering prompt engineering Solving marketing challenges efficiently Strategies to launch pilot programs Case studies of B2Bs building smarter businesses with AI Exclusive bonus content: Actionable frameworks to get started qui

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7 Reasons Why Websites Rank

Navigate the Channel

We’re no John Mueller, but we know a few things about why some sites rank and others tank. (Not, of course, because of rhyming humor.) If you’ve spent hours trying to understand Google’s rankings , we are impressed. If you don’t want to spend hours trying to understand Google’s rankings, or you only need to be peripherally aware of website standings, read our quick list of seven reasons websites rank.

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Will you ever trust a B2B tech vendor?

Martech

Trust in business is not quite the same as trust in our personal lives. I think everyone recognizes that. You’ll never trust Salesforce or HubSpot the way you trust your family or your best friend, and I think the people at those companies would whole-heartedly agree on that point. When it comes to trust, the best a B2B tech vendor can hope for is to be where IBM stood when someone coined the phrase, “No one ever got fired for buying IBM.

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Meet Curt Raffi: Acrolinx’s New Chief Product Officer

Acrolinx

Get to know Acrolinx's new Chief Product Officer, Curt Raffi, in this interview blog. Curt chats about the future of AI and content. The post Meet Curt Raffi: Acrolinx’s New Chief Product Officer appeared first on Acrolinx.

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