KoMarketing Associates

JANUARY 29, 2019

More times than not, when a client comes to us looking for help with their B2B content marketing strategy , we notice the strategy itself is either very new, or it exists with a lack of focus (both SEO and target audiences). Here are five quick tips to take your B2B content marketing strategy beyond the educational phase: 1.

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Top Rank Marketing

OCTOBER 17, 2023

A study from Search Engine Journal reports that 54% of B2B professionals engage with a webinar on a weekly basis. During the digital transformation of marketing and the shift to digital channels for communications since COVID, webinars have become a cornerstone for many B2B marketers. Remember, most of them are on-demand opportunities.

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Conversica

JULY 27, 2022

What Is B2B Sales? What Is B2B Sales? Business-to-business (B2B) companies sell their products and services to other companies rather than individual customers. Under this economic model, B2B sales are the transactions between two businesses. B2B vs B2C Sales. B2B vs B2C Sales.

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ViewPoint

DECEMBER 27, 2016

A new era of accountability starts in 2017 and nurturing (additional contact using multiple touches and multiple media—including phone, voicemail and email—across multiple cycles) is well worth the time and modest increase in expense. These are contacts past the point of diminishing return on a given touch cycle. No Response.

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markempa

JUNE 17, 2012

Tweet CSO Insights , which interviews thousands of chief sales officers to benchmark B2B sales best practices, has tracked an alarming trend. Jim Dickie, CSO Insight’s managing partner, says this should make any sales leader cringe. No deal = broken sales cycle. Examine your sales process.

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Sword and the Script | B2B

JULY 12, 2022

Both sales and marketing cite a “lack of willingness to collaborate” and say “communication” is the top barrier to correcting the problem. A survey of 329 B2B sales and marketing professionals commissioned by SharpSpring and conducted by Ascend2 does well to identify the problem of sales and marketing alignment.

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Webbiquity

MAY 25, 2021

As co-founder and CEO of Paladin , he oversees the B2B marketing of a B2C influencer marketing tool. So who better talk to about the similarities and differences between B2C and B2B influencer marketing? The Best Influencer Marketing Platforms for B2B and B2C. Affiliate sales support independent publishing.

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B2B Digital Marketer

APRIL 25, 2024

B2B Digital Marketer What Are Digital Sales Rooms? As businesses seek more dynamic and engaging ways to connect with clients, digital sales rooms stand out as pivotal platforms for interaction, presentation, and collaboration. In this episode, you’ll learn: The definition and purpose of digital sales rooms.

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sagefrog

APRIL 16, 2024

To the uninitiated, B2B marketing may appear to be a smattering of strategies and tactics coming together in an everything-but-the-kitchen-sink-style soup. The B2B buyer’s journey and buyer personas are critical aspects of this carefully constructed process. Why Are B2B Buyer Personas Important?

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The Marketing Blender

MARCH 22, 2024

A robust B2B digital marketing strategy can and WILL drive growth in revenue, reputation, and resilience for your business. Because B2B digital marketing involves targeting a specialized audience, it requires in-depth market research and the use of targeted messaging and content to engage and educate potential business customers.

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Heinz Marketing

MAY 22, 2023

While video marketing is commonly associated with B2C marketing, it’s becoming increasingly popular in the B2B space as well showing immense opportunity. To utilize video marketing to its highest potential, it’s crucial to understand the distinct characteristics and advantages that set apart B2B vs B2C.

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Zoominfo

SEPTEMBER 3, 2020

As a B2B marketer or sales professional you have a number of things battling for your attention at any given moment. Especially in the B2B Realm?). Compared to B2C marketing strategies, B2B marketers and sales professionals rely on educating their audiences to gain more leads and conversions.

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SendinBlue

APRIL 19, 2021

Successful B2B marketing automation requires thought and preparation but once up and running, can do serious heavy lifting for your sales funnel. Now you might be wondering how exactly one should use marketing automation for B2B. What are the most effective B2B automation techniques and tactics for nurturing leads?

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Martech

APRIL 3, 2023

If your B2B go-to-market strategy doesn’t prioritize delivering a personalized and engaging experience for your audience, you could be missing out on potential customers and growth opportunities. This article is a guide to conversational marketing and why it should be a key component of your B2B go-to-market strategy.

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SalesIntel

FEBRUARY 9, 2023

Actionable contact and prospecting information may be the most significant piece of the “success” or “failure” puzzle in B2B sales. Did you know that sales representatives squander an average of 60 minutes daily due to bad data? What is B2B data? What are the Types of B2B Data?

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ANNUITAS

OCTOBER 25, 2016

From time to time on the ANNUITAS blog we have the opportunity to sit down with those in the B2B Marketing and Sales industry and get their take on the market and trends that are happening in the space. We recently were able to sit down with Tanner Mezel of DSG Consulting and get his insights into the world of B2B Marketing and Sales.

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Stevens & Tate

OCTOBER 1, 2021

In spite of the enormous success of social media marketing, many B2B companies still haven’t successfully jumped on the social train. This because many B2B companies are unsure how to utilize their social media platforms to the best of their advantage. Read More: B2B Branding Tips For The New Buyer.

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SalesIntel

APRIL 15, 2024

The B2B buyer experience is more complex and time-consuming than that of B2C. B2B buyers may spend months assessing an issue, researching solutions, and evaluating possible service providers before deciding on a vendor that fits their needs. Closing substantial deals with large decision-making teams results in protracted sales cycles.

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SalesIntel

APRIL 15, 2024

The B2B buyer experience is more complex and time-consuming than that of B2C. B2B buyers may spend months assessing an issue, researching solutions, and evaluating possible service providers before deciding on a vendor that fits their needs. Closing substantial deals with large decision-making teams results in protracted sales cycles.

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Tiecas

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is emerging as a disruptive and transformative force in B2B marketing for industrial companies. As we dive deeper into AI’s role, it becomes clear that its integration into B2B marketing strategies is not just an option but a necessity for staying competitive in today’s rapidly changing industrial marketplace.

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xiQ

SEPTEMBER 3, 2021

“The misalignment of sales and marketing teams costs $1 trillion a year because of wasted marketing efforts and low sales productivity.”. Many B2B companies are beginning to realize how much revenue they’re losing because of the friction between sales and marketing. Source: HubSpot. Account Intelligence. Content Curation.

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xiQ

SEPTEMBER 2, 2021

“The misalignment of sales and marketing teams costs $1 trillion a year because of wasted marketing efforts and low sales productivity.”. Many B2B companies are beginning to realize how much revenue they’re losing because of the friction between sales and marketing. Source: HubSpot. Account Intelligence. Content Curation.

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Zoominfo

JULY 28, 2019

Today we explain the five most important B2B marketing metrics. A steady stream of sales and marketing leads is important, but unless these people eventually purchase from you, they don’t provide much value. However, the average sales cycle can take weeks or even months. Your sales team is not performing well.

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The Marketing Blender

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

Enhance your B2B marketing plan with this marketing plan template. Goals For Marketing Plan Template The primary goal is to increase brand awareness and drive sales. Lastly, prioritizing customer education about products and services showcases commitment to providing value. To achieve this, a multi-faceted approach is taken.

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xiQ

FEBRUARY 24, 2023

The Rise of the Next-Generation B2B Salesperson: From Sellers to Advisors and Orchestrators The B2B sales landscape is constantly evolving, and the role of the Account Executive (AE) or salesperson is undergoing significant changes. Key measurement criteria for sales and marketing must be win-rates and not volume.

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Oktopost

OCTOBER 8, 2023

Hitting targets and meeting sales quotas has become harder for most sales teams over the past year. The impact of the economy has slowed down the pace of B2B sales, leaving sales teams wondering how to meet their KPIs. So, in order to efficiently guide prospects to closed-won, nurturing relationships is key.

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SmarkLabs

OCTOBER 24, 2019

Think of it as any activity that brings attention to your B2B company to bring people into your sales funnel. Demand generation is truly your sales and marketing teams working in tandem. After all, the sales cycle of a B2B customer is quite different than a B2C customer. What is demand generation?

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Oktopost

MARCH 4, 2024

In this highly competitive and saturated market, SaaS companies must continuously meet their KPIs, drive customers down the B2B funnel, and ensure they stand out from their competition. 60% of B2B SaaS companies reported their biggest marketing problem is a lack of time and resources. What is B2B SaaS Marketing?

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Tiecas

MARCH 21, 2024

B2B industrial marketing presents unique challenges compared to other forms of B2B marketing. Longer sales cycles, complex technical products, and a highly analytical buyer persona are just a few factors that set it apart. Source ] So, what does this mean for B2B industrial marketers?

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BOP Design

DECEMBER 21, 2021

In this article, we take a look at B2B content marketing practices that work and why they are effective. When most B2B marketers talk about content marketing, thought leadership articles are at the center of their strategies. Read more: 10 stats to consider when building a B2B content marketing strategy. Explainer Posts.

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Kaon

JULY 23, 2018

So, how can sales teams rise above? Today’s sales teams need a strategy, strong communications and up-to-date technology. Cutting-edge technology allows the sales professional to convey innovation and create a lasting memorable engagement. This is especially true in the sales industry.

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PathFactory

MAY 3, 2022

Everyone has a hot take on how the traditional B2B sales model has died, changed, morphed, or remains relevant – alive and kicking. The first is “ Traditional B2B Sales and Marketing Are Becoming Obsolete ” posted on The Harvard Business Review by Brent Adamson, Vice President at Gartner. So, How did we get here?

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Act-On

APRIL 26, 2024

As organizations tighten budgets and headcount, marketers tend to experience those downstream impacts as longer sales cycles and lower conversion rates. Historically, Sentinel has put a lot of weight on our behavior scores to define an MQL and how we hand off leads to our sales development reps,” says Angelique.

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Litmus

AUGUST 16, 2022

B2B marketers continue to rely on their most effective channel —email—due to its proven performance and high return on investment (ROI). Since potential customers are already 57% of the way to making a decision before they actively engage with sales, marketers must be savvy. What is a B2B email campaign?

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Exo B2B

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

Did you know that 72% of marketing professionals use B2B personas to guide their marketing content? This statistic highlights the growing importance of understanding exactly who the decision-makers are in the B2B world. You can’t rely solely on the perceptions of your sales reps. This is your central persona.

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BOP Design

FEBRUARY 16, 2018

Since opening our B2B marketing agency, we’ve stressed how our marketing collateral—specifically our website design—support the sales process. There are significant differences to a B2B sale that have a major impact on how B2B should be marketed versus B2C. B2B vs. B2C. Don’t stress the sale.

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Mereo

JULY 27, 2022

What is the last step of your sales cycle? Most B2B sales organizations will consider the job complete at the contract signature. Yet, if the true goal of sales is to Seek to Serve a buyer, the sales cycle is not over until the value promised is actually the value delivered.

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