B2B Marketing Directions

JUNE 18, 2023

Many B2B companies use surveys and survey reports to fuel their thought leadership marketing programs. Research surveys and survey reports * have become important marketing tools for many B2B companies. Real thought leadership content must provide novel insights that are supported by authoritative evidence.

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FunnelEnvy

DECEMBER 11, 2023

Even before the internet, corporate video was a powerful (and expensive) tool in the marketing mix. During the 2000s, video production costs plummeted, bandwidth increased, and B2B videos quickly became a staple for online marketing. How can your business tap into B2B video?

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BDB

MARCH 1, 2024

And this is perhaps even more true for B2B marketing, where sales processes are typically slower and more considered than the fast-paced world of B2C sales. 1 When it comes to B2B marketing, PR can be an invaluable tool for supporting your objectives and reaching these research-savvy audiences.

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BDB

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

And this is perhaps even more true for B2B marketing, where sales processes are typically slower and more considered than the fast-paced world of B2C sales. 1 When it comes to B2B marketing, PR can be an invaluable tool for supporting your objectives and reaching these research-savvy audiences.

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B2B Digital Marketer

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

Balancing the Art of Trust and Technology in B2B Understanding consumer behavior and driving successful marketing strategies. In this insightful episode, host Jim Rembach sits down with Brandon McKee, CEO of Win Big Media, to explore the intricacies of B2B marketing and how to achieve certainty in this dynamic field.

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Vision Edge Marketing

NOVEMBER 15, 2018

The leadership team expects Marketing to understand which channels, touches and content have the greatest impact on generating conversations, consideration and ultimately consumption. A study by MMAGlobal found there is almost no correlation between click-through rate and sales. To Crack the Code, You Need to Know the Key.

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B2B Marketing Directions

JULY 29, 2018

It's now clear that thought leadership content is having a major impact on B2B buying decisions. Several recent studies have confirmed that business buyers are consuming more thought leadership content , and that thought leadership affects decisions at every stage of the buying process.

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Circle Studio

DECEMBER 19, 2018

In 2019, set out to develop a documented, strategic marketing plan that is aligned with your firm’s top business priorities and objectives. Once the plan has been crafted, be sure to share it with firm leadership. With so much emphasis on emerging trends, many firms have neglected their most valuable marketing asset—their website!

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B2B Marketing Directions

APRIL 2, 2017

Two recent studies provide several important insights regarding the role and importance of thought leadership content in the marketing mix. Thought leadership content is often the primary means of creating the initial engagement with a potential buyer.

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The Lead Agency

SEPTEMBER 13, 2020

While these tactics are often used in the B2C landscape, B2B marketers should take note. B2B marketing is evolving, and businesses need to adapt and update their strategy as consumer expectations change, or risk falling behind. Content marketing has been and will continue to be, an effective way to engage buyers.

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Integrated B2B

NOVEMBER 25, 2019

There’s a seat for everyone at the Thought Leadership table, says Morten Floee Knudsen, Thought Leadership Content Manager at global engineering company FLSmidth. In a highly competitive market with discerning buyers, thought leadership is an important tool in the B2B marcomms toolset.

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KoMarketing Associates

FEBRUARY 9, 2016

Video content in particular is an increasingly compelling tactic for business marketers to deploy throughout the funnel, with numbers to support its use. Marketers are seeing positive results when they include video in the marketing mix. How can a good B2B video be characterized? Case Study. Informative.

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Marketing Insider Group

AUGUST 30, 2019

The second definition is what we’re going to talk about here—what your marketing department’s strategy should be for making the most of the time, energy and dollars you allocate to marketing. The Most Effective B2B Marketing Strategies. Have a Formal Marketing Plan. Partner with a Marketing Agency.

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Televerde

FEBRUARY 6, 2020

As experts in all things sales and marketing, our clients look to us for guidance. Our Executive Leadership Team is happy to answer your questions in our all-new #AskTeleverde series. Stumped by a sales or marketing situation? Sales Director at B2B firm, Texarkana, TX. The good news is, we’re here to help you as well.

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NuSpark Consulting

SEPTEMBER 7, 2016

As a technology marketer targeting CIOs, you’re likely aware that roadblocks stand in the way of communicating with them. Despite the challenge, your sales and leadership team continually ask you to produce qualified leads. Here’s some food for thought. The Science of Influence B2B Technology Purchase Decision Study.

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DivvyHQ

OCTOBER 27, 2021

In today's digital environment, asking the question, "Should we be using video as part of our marketing mix?" The real question for B2B enterprise marketing teams is which kinds of videos to produce. Here are 5 highly effective types of video for B2B teams to maximize the return on their investment in video marketing.

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PureB2B

AUGUST 19, 2018

Harvard University found that at least 25% of B2B sales cycles take a minimum of 7 months to close. One of the main reasons behind this is that 61% of B2B marketers send all leads directly to sales without determining if the leads should still be nurtured. Automate Where Possible. The customers will eventually talk you up.

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Marketing Insider Group

DECEMBER 22, 2011

I try to follow as many really interesting people who write about (or simply share) interesting stuff in the world of B2B Marketing. I just write about whatever marketing challenge hits me in the forehead at that moment. Here is the @ chiefmartec preso on “Content marketing + conversion optimization” from #oms11.

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NetLine

APRIL 19, 2019

It made us so happy, we got this awesome picture to remember the moment: We thought everyone else should experience how great it is to know Jason, so we asked for his input and expertise on the Marketer Showcase. How does content marketing fit into your overall marketing strategy? . Never stop being curious.

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PureB2B

AUGUST 19, 2018

Harvard University found that at least 25% of B2B sales cycles take a minimum of 7 months to close. One of the main reasons behind this is that 61% of B2B marketers send all leads directly to sales without determining if the leads should still be nurtured. Automate Where Possible. The customers will eventually talk you up.

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Marketing Insider Group

JUNE 18, 2010

Skip to content Home About Michael Brenner Appearances B2B Marketing Insider Michael Brenner's Blog on B2B Marketing Content Marketing Demand Generation Mobile Sales Alignment Search Marketing Social Media Strategy June 18, 2010 3 Subscribe Need to Drive Leads? Radio was not replaced by the television.

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Marketing Insider Group

JUNE 30, 2020

Content marketing can give B2B companies a truckload of options to keep their audience engaged. Top Priorities & Unique Challenges for B2B Content Marketing. Unlike B2C Marketing, B2B companies have the unique challenge of not always being present in the eye of the customer. Types of B2B Content.

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Hinge Marketing

MAY 28, 2014

That makes traditional PR even more important to have in your marketing mix. Get your firm’s case studies, thought leadership articles and other news covered by traditional journalists – with the same messages evident in your other marketing efforts – and you will magnify your authenticity. .”

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Adobe Experience Cloud Blog

SEPTEMBER 15, 2015

So, how do you ensure you’re putting your coveted marketing dollars to good use with third-party events as a part of your marketing mix? What is the percentage of B2B vs. consumer-driven companies? Regardless of the type of company you are, B2B or consumer, these may be the most important questions you ask.

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Marketing Insider Group

JUNE 2, 2010

Content marketing has benefits in terms of retaining reader attention and improving brand loyalty better than traditional marketing techniques. The main reason this is an acute challenge for B2B marketers is the high level of risk inherent in The B2B Decision Process. And this is where many B2B marketers stumble.

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LEADership

OCTOBER 16, 2013

There is no getting away from the fact that social media must be part of your marketing mix, but how is social actually doing in delivering what your B2B organization needs – leads, conversions, customers and sales? Not very well, from what studies and statistics are showing. That’s nearly 3 billion users.

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Adobe Experience Cloud Blog

DECEMBER 1, 2014

Author: Dayna Rothman Infographics should be a critical (and fun) part of your content marketing mix, but it can be difficult to get them just right. 5 Common Infographic Pitfalls to Avoid at All Costs was posted at Marketo Marketing Blog - Best Practices and Thought Leadership. | [link].

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Marketing Insider Group

JANUARY 26, 2021

As we enter the second year of pandemic restrictions, B2B ad spend is expected to rise nearly 11% in 2021. LinkedIn is the most beneficial for B2B marketers thanks to its extensive retargeting features, while Facebook suits B2C marketers. Study the competition and do better. Thought Leadership.

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Vidyard

DECEMBER 12, 2013

While most marketers are aware of the incredible effect video can have as part of the marketing mix, I still see a lot of B2B brands create top-of-the-funnel explainer videos and call it a day. Thought leadership interviews: Capture one-on-one chats with your company’s CEO and other VIPs or industry superstars.

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Marketing Insider Group

AUGUST 30, 2019

The second definition is what we’re going to talk about here—what your marketing department’s strategy should be for making the most of the time, energy and dollars you allocate to marketing. The Most Effective B2B Marketing Strategies. Have a Formal Marketing Plan. Partner with a Marketing Agency.

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B2B Digital Marketer

MARCH 18, 2021

Track you digital marketing activities and measure if you are getting any ROI from it. There are plenty of great tools to help you with your content marketing. But in this episode, Dr. Pelè shares his thoughts on how to improve ROI in your content marketing strategy. More episodes on content marketing: [link].

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Adobe Experience Cloud Blog

AUGUST 6, 2009

.  Mike is a leading sales and marketing executive, leading the growth of Green Leads while sharing b2b demand generation knowledge with others.  What is B2B appointment setting ? And why is it important to marketers? B2B appointment setting is exactly what it says.  They read discussion groups.

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Adobe Experience Cloud Blog

JANUARY 15, 2021

Helpful, but also unrealistic in the context of a long B2B buying journeys comprised of dozens or even a hundred or more customer touchpoints. So, about ten seconds after we started using single-touch attribution, we realized its limitations in B2B marketing. What is the ROI of an investment in modern B2B marketing attribution?

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Sage Marketing

JULY 10, 2023

In the fast-paced world of B2B startups, marketing plays a crucial role in driving growth and success. However, allocating the necessary funds to develop and execute an effective marketing strategy is often a challenging endeavor. When it comes to B2B startups, budget allocation is crucial. Let’s explore them: 1.

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Hubspot

NOVEMBER 16, 2012

The report detailed a trend existing among B2B and B2C companies alike -- hiring an individual to oversee customer communications and customer happiness. Dan explains, "We partner with like-minded companies on projects that will help promote the marketing industry. Customer Evangelist / Customer Experience Professionals.

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Biznology

FEBRUARY 23, 2015

70% of content marketers are creating more content than they did a year ago (source: Content Marketing Institute ). 35% say they have a documented content strategy (source: Content Marketing Institute). Content marketing is more important to B2B businesses. Here are 15 B2B case studies.

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Convince & Convert

APRIL 1, 2010

Jay, do you think this is a result of a lack of strategy, leadership, or clarity on the objectives? – Get Your Social Media Story Straight | [link] (via @ShellyKramer) cravendickens I've always been a great believer of showing clients 'look what went wrong when…' case studies. Spot on everything.

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