Sword and the Script | B2B

APRIL 16, 2024

Those companies that are in the early stages of a startup building a product stand to gain “the greatest” valuation benefit from marketing About half (45%) of all B2B technology startups make no effort to market their products. More specifically, they did the study twice to ensure its validity.

Startups 107

Startups Peer-to-peer Studies Ideal Customer Profiles 107

Marketing Craftmanship

OCTOBER 14, 2014

The most noteworthy article on B2B selling was published in a 1966 Harvard Business Review article (#66213). Extrinsic selling is a “trust me” approach, employed by a great number of B2B product and service providers. In “How to Buy /Sell Professional Services,” author Warren J. No leap of faith required.

Case Study 100

Case Study Case Studies Studies B2B Thought Leadership 100

Webbiquity

FEBRUARY 22, 2022

Influencer marketing is increasingly popular in the B2B space, for the simple reason that buyers trust experts more than ads. But many B2B marketers are approaching it in the wrong ways, missing the mark with both the influencers and their audiences. B2B Marketers are Misaligned With Influencer Preferences.

B2B Marketing 359

B2B Marketing Research Paid Search Agency Advertising Agencies 359

Marketing Insider Group

AUGUST 26, 2020

As data analytics grow in sophistication, measuring the results of your marketing efforts becomes even more critical to your company’s success. So why, then, do 44% of all B2B companies not even bother to measure their content marketing ROI? After all, what’s the ultimate goal of content marketing?

ROI 363

ROI Top of Funnel Paid Search Agency Content Marketing 363

Exo B2B

JUNE 5, 2018

As experts in marketing strategies, ExoB2B recommends, in some cases, to assert itself as such through an inbound or inward marketing strategy, to demonstrate thought leadership and, to be integrated into a process of digital transformation. The Thought Leadership approach according to ExoB2B.

B2B Thought Leadership 40

B2B Thought Leadership Thought Leadership B2B Marketing Planning 40

Sword and the Script | B2B

JANUARY 23, 2024

The company says they polled some 900 respondents who had been part of the “buying process for a B2B purchase of greater than $10,000 in annual value within the last 24 months.” The study had a range of B2B statistics that ought to resonate with anyone who’s spent time in B2B marketing or sales.

B2B Thought Leadership 69

B2B Thought Leadership B2B Sales Studies Thought Leadership 69

Top Rank Marketing

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

In this environment, marketers are under pressure to drive impact and bolster the pipeline. In turn, LinkedIn’s research found that 18% of these leaders felt “uncertain or pessimistic about the likelihood of their marketing team’s efforts to drive revenue next year, higher than all other industries.”

Advertising Agencies 114

Advertising Agencies Paid Search Agency Ad Agencies Allocation 114

Marketing Insider Group

NOVEMBER 16, 2021

I cannot exactly remember when I started working with ITSMA, and leveraging their work in B2B solutions and services, but it was sometime in the mid-2000s when I led the SAP Services Marketing team for SAP North America Field Marketing. Not long after, I attended my first ITSMA Marketing Vision event.

Account Based Marketing 227

Account Based Marketing B2B Thought Leadership Planning Thought Leadership 227

BOP Design

MARCH 22, 2021

However, even once we do return to in-person meetups, the importance of digital marketing and online communications won’t disappear. In this post, we explore the crucial B2B content marketing activities you should be doing now…and into the future to remain relevant and reachable to your target audience. Let me explain.

Activities 166

Activities B2B Thought Leadership B2B Marketing Content Marketing 166

Trade Press Services Newsletter

NOVEMBER 2, 2022

The Content Marketing Institute’s 13th Annual B2B Content Marketing Benchmarks, Budgets, and Trends report has just been released and has some excellent insights for marketers as we move into 2023. Content marketing isn’t going anywhere. A documented marketing strategy is essential.

Marketing Report 130

Marketing Report B2B Marketing B2B Thought Leadership Planning 130

Trade Press Services Newsletter

OCTOBER 6, 2022

2023 is just around the corner and now is the perfect time to prepare your strategic marketing plan for the coming year. Although a documented strategy is a key indicator of marketing success, only 41 percent of B2B marketers take the time to develop a written plan.

Planning 130

Planning Marketing Plans Webinar Metrics B2B Thought Leadership 130

Sword and the Script | B2B

APRIL 23, 2024

Yet a new study by Bain and Google brings something new to the conversation. The two organizations teamed up to survey “sales and marketing executives at about 1,100 US software and cloud hosting companies.” Sword and the Script Media can help with B2B marketing, PR and social media.

Marketing Automation Services 81

Marketing Automation Services Budget Programs Marketing Budget Peer-to-peer 81

Launch Marketing

APRIL 19, 2023

When you think of “B2B” marketing, you think of “Business to Business,” not “Business to Customer.” But this failure to focus on the customer experience or customer marketing is a crucial mistake that many B2B companies make. One of the main objectives of customer marketing is to build and solidify trust.

Top of Funnel 118

Top of Funnel Tactics B2B Marketing Work Management 118

Marketing Insider Group

AUGUST 7, 2023

When I created my own B2B Marketing Blog almost 14 years ago, I looked out across the web and asked “what do I have to say that is unique, valuable and helpful?” ” I explained why I love marketing and how I would try and help other marketers learn and grow. B2B marketing blogs.

B2B Marketing 135

B2B Marketing Paid Search Agency Marketing Agencies 2 B2B Thought Leadership 135

BOP Design

DECEMBER 21, 2021

At Bop Design, we are big proponents of inbound marketing for lead generation. A major component of inbound marketing is content marketing and content creation. In this article, we take a look at B2B content marketing practices that work and why they are effective. Thought Leadership Articles.

Top of Funnel 114

Top of Funnel B2B Marketing Practices B2B Thought Leadership 114

Content4Demand

DECEMBER 6, 2019

Nearly half (47%) of the 200 senior-level B2B marketing professionals surveyed in the 2019 Content Preferences Survey Report cited case studies as the most valuable influencer content format—the top choice. Source: The B2B Millennial Buyer Survey Report. Why Case Studies? Create Case Study Portfolios.

Case Studies 55

Case Studies Case Study Top of Funnel Studies 55

Webbiquity

APRIL 30, 2024

How will digital marketing pros need to adapt their practices to optimize their brand presence in tools like Microsoft’s Copilot, Google’s Gemini, and ChatGPT? Lots of marketers are asking. These answers can then be combined with keyword research to build out helpful web page, blog post, and thought leadership content.

Marketing AI 177

Marketing AI Marketing Websites Privacy Policies B2B Thought Leadership 177

Heinz Marketing

MAY 22, 2023

By Cameron Katoozi , Marketing Consultant at Heinz Marketing In today’s fast-paced digital landscape, video marketing has emerged as a dynamic and engaging medium for businesses to connect with their target audience as opposed to traditional methods. The main objective is to drive immediate sales and create brand loyalty.

B2B Marketing 107

B2B Marketing Video Marketing B2B Thought Leadership B2B 107

Marketing Insider Group

JULY 6, 2020

LinkedIn is undoubtedly one of the best social platforms for B2B marketing. With 675 million monthly users and 30 million companies active on the platform, it lends itself well to promoting business services, networking, building an audience, and content marketing. Content marketing. Case studies.

Linkedin 363

Linkedin Marketing & Strategy Marketing Strategy Enterprise Management 363

Marketing Insider Group

MARCH 16, 2021

While many marketing tactics can generate quantifiable business results, some do it better than others. When it comes to driving value, content marketing beats advertising (almost) every time. They can coexist and support each other, but there’s no better ROI for your efforts than what you’ll experience with content marketing.

Advertising Agencies 316

Advertising Agencies Advertisements Advertising Paid Search Agency 316

Velocity Partners

MAY 8, 2024

This is the seventh in a series we’re running about the new B2B GTM playbook. This is an interview with Udi Ledergor about the real goal of content marketing and the 95-5 rule. Udi, we’ve been making the case that the inbound-driven era of Go-to-Market is morphing. How is the face of B2B marketing changing?

Marketing Analytics Tools 84

Marketing Analytics Tools B2B Marketing B2B Thought Leadership Planning 84

Marketing Insider Group

MARCH 18, 2021

Nearly ninety-two percent of marketers 1 in U.S.-based based businesses larger than 100 employees leverage social media marketing to tap into this large consumer group’s potential. Social media strategies have become key to meeting critical marketing goals for many businesses, and the ones that work well start with deep consideration.

Social Media 347

Social Media Work Management Webinar Metrics Social Marketing 347

xiQ

MARCH 1, 2023

The Power of Affinity Marketing: How xiQ's AI-Powered Digests are Revolutionizing B2B Content Marketing Cut Through the Noise and Capture the Attention of Your Target Audience In the world of B2B marketing, creating relevant and engaging content is crucial for building brand awareness, establishing thought leadership, and ultimately driving sales.

B2B Thought Leadership 116

B2B Thought Leadership B2B Marketing Curation Thought Leadership 116

BOP Design

DECEMBER 27, 2022

Content marketing for B2B firms includes a wide range of types designed to resonate with buyers of different backgrounds and functions throughout the purchasing journey. The best content marketing pieces have a clear audience and a specific purpose. HubSpot’s Case Study. HubSpot’s Case Study.

B2B Marketing 100

B2B Marketing Examples Content Marketing B2B 100

ClearVoice

JANUARY 26, 2024

Heck, not all marketing people are content people. So whether you’re here because you’re a content person looking to enhance your business case for more content dollars or because a content person wants you to understand their perspective on why content is (still) queen, you’ve come to the right place. Here we go!

Paid Content 92

Paid Content Top of Funnel Work Management Marketing Management 92

Tiecas

APRIL 5, 2024

A documented industrial marketing strategy is critical for success. Did you know 80% of successful content marketers have a documented content marketing strategy? Implementing hit-or-miss content marketing tactics is not likely to produce the results you want. Table of Contents What is an Industrial Marketing Strategy?

Marketing Budget 92

Marketing Budget Advertising Agencies Marketing & Strategy Marketing Strategy 92

Webbiquity

FEBRUARY 25, 2020

Engaging, mobile-friendly, and easy to consume, online video has become a mainstay for B2B marketers. According to recent research , 81% of businesses now use video as a marketing tool, and almost 77% say they are getting results with it. digital marketing directors) or vertical (e.g., healthcare providers)?

Top of Funnel 240

Top of Funnel Video Marketing B2B Thought Leadership Digital Marketing Funnels 240

Marketing Insider Group

NOVEMBER 18, 2020

Influenced by Sun Tzu and coined by Sagefrog CEO and Co-founder Mark Schmukler, this quote implies that there’s a clear difference between marketing strategy and marketing tactics. The Most Effective B2B Marketing Strategies. Have a Formal Marketing Plan. Partner with a Marketing Agency. Go Multichannel.

Resource Management 351

Resource Management Demand Generation Agencies CMS Development Work Management 351

PathFactory

MAY 24, 2024

After being in Austin this month for my ninth consecutive Forrester B2B Summit, I have to say that this is still my favorite B2B industry event. I always feel so energized by seeing customers, former colleagues and coworkers and having so many intelligent and thought-provoking conversations with industry peers.

Forrester 52

Forrester Marketing AI Marketing Analytics Tools Process 52

Top Rank Marketing

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

What does the future of B2B influence look like, and how will top global brands succeed with B2B influencer marketing in 2024 and beyond? Let’s jump right in and take a look at the future of B2B influence from 12 top subject matter experts. Ursula Ringham “Authentic engagement will be key in 2024 and beyond.

Work Management 133

Work Management Marketing Management B2B Marketing B2B 133

Thinkers360

APRIL 18, 2024

At a Glance Aruna Ravichandran SVP & Chief Marketing and Customer Officer for Webex, Cisco Focus Areas : Marketing, Cloud, DevOps, IT Operations Thinkers360 In-Depth Profile & Portfolio: Aruna Ravichandran Social Media: LinkedIn | X Books: DevOps for Digital Leaders , The Kitty Hawk Venture.

B2B Thought Leadership 61

B2B Thought Leadership Work Management Ideal Customer Profiles Enterprise Management 61

Launch Marketing

DECEMBER 8, 2021

Many evolved business and marketing strategies to meet the new digital-first focus, heightened customer expectations, and so much more. To help put marketing efforts of this past year in perspective, we’re looking back at some of our top marketing content of 2021, focusing on B2B marketing strategies and new trends.

B2B Marketing 118

B2B Marketing Top of Funnel Planning B2B Thought Leadership 118

Champion Communications

JULY 6, 2023

In the world of social media, B2B marketers are constantly seeking innovative ways to engage their audience and drive meaningful conversations. Enter Threads, a platform that promises to offer a refreshing alternative to Twitter, allowing marketers to take their messaging to the next level.

PR 62

PR Twitter B2B Marketing B2B Thought Leadership 62

Thinkers360

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

In the ever-evolving B2B landscape, cultivating strong relationships with industry analysts and thought leaders (B2B influencers) is crucial for establishing brand awareness, achieving thought leadership status, and ultimately driving sales growth. The two are related, but distinct marketing disciplines.

Enterprise Management 52

Enterprise Management Work Management Marketing Management B2B Thought Leadership 52

Martech

DECEMBER 20, 2023

There are a lot of marketing podcasts out there, so how do you know which ones to listen to? Here are 10 — listed in alphabetical order — that cover everything from content from AI to marketing ethics and more. They range from 10-minute daily mini-lessons to deep-dive interviews and case studies. We’re here to help.

Marketing AI 124

Marketing AI Ethics Planning Paid Search Agency 124

Content Standard

DECEMBER 14, 2023

A Content Disrupted podcast with Dusty DiMercurio, Senior Director of Industry and Portfolio Marketing at Autodesk. At Autodesk, content marketing started as a program to drive demand within a new audience segment. Dusty DiMercurio is the Senior Director of Industry and Portfolio Marketing at Autodesk.

Top of Funnel 87

Top of Funnel Enterprise Management Account Based Marketing Marketing & Strategy 87

The Lead Agency

FEBRUARY 12, 2023

For LinkedIn and Facebook, the leading social media platforms used by B2B marketers , it’s recommended to post between two and five times a week. Take your B2B social media marketing up a notch with these six content ideas. Take your B2B social media marketing up a notch with these six content ideas.

Social Media 126

Social Media Social Marketing B2B Marketing Media 126