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7 takeaways from a study on B2B thought leadership; why it works or doesn’t

Sword and the Script | B2B

Thought leadership benefits B2B marketing in so many ways – awareness, consideration and even customer retention – but it can have adverse effects when it’s under-resourced and turns out to be light on substance The social media platform LinkedIn and the PR firm Edelman routinely team up to conduct surveys.

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[Research Round-Up] New Study Shows the Continuing Value of B2B Thought Leadership

B2B Marketing Directions

Source: Edelman and LinkedIn (This month's Research Round-Up discusses the sixth edition of the B2B thought leadership impact study by Edelman and LinkedIn. This research has consistently provided valuable insights about the impact of thought leadership content on the perceptions and behaviors of business decision-makers.)

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Return on Intelligence: ServiceNow on Optimizing B2B Brand Thought Leadership with Content

Top Rank Marketing

While AI-related buzzwords are now more common than morning coffee, differentiating B2B brands through authentic thought leadership has never been more important. At Content Marketing World in Washington D.C., Here is an overview of his presentation. Of course the tech industry isn’t a stranger to such hype cycles.

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Reflections on the 2019 B2B Thought Leadership Impact Study

Marketing Insider Group

Late in 2018, the powerhouse global communications firm Edelman teamed up with LinkedIn for an in-depth study on the impact thought leadership has on market demand. Here are some key takeaways from the study: Groundbreaking research starts with a thought-provoking question.

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The 3 Characteristics of Effective Thought Leadership in B2B Marketing

Sword and the Script | B2B

A study by Edelman and LinkedIn connects B2B thought leadership to trust and sales; and what it takes to be effective Effective thought leadership content is a staple of B2B marketing. That’s my analysis of the 2020 B2B Thought Leader Impact Study by Edelman and LinkedIn.

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Ideas for B2B Thought Leadership Content and Strategies to Stand Out

Launch Marketing

However, for B2B leaders, the mix of content for thought leadership looks a bit different. Because thought leadership is all about establishing credibility and expertise, some of the typical marketing strategies are better suited when compared to others. Being a B2B Thought Leader.

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[Research Round-Up] The Continuing Importance of B2B Thought Leadership

B2B Marketing Directions

Source: Edelman and LinkedIn (This month's Research Round-Up focuses exclusively on the latest B2B thought leadership impact study by Edelman and LinkedIn. This research is conducted annually, and it consistently provides useful insights about the importance and value of B2B thought leadership content.)