Champion Communications

AUGUST 2, 2023

Case studies are so important when it comes to driving B2B sales. In fact, in a recent survey of SaaS companies, almost 2 in 5 said that case studies were the most effective form of marketing when it came to increasing sales. All case studies should lead with this. What was their pain?

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Rev

JUNE 21, 2019

Within those scientific journals, a Case Study demonstrates the evidence behind the science. The answer to that question is this: a B2B Case Study can be just what your business needs to prove credibility, convince your prospect why your company is the best, and how it got there. But wait… What is a Case Study?

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B2B Marketing Directions

NOVEMBER 28, 2021

Earlier this month, Michael Brenner published a great post at the Marketing Insider Group blog describing how to create compelling customer case studies. However, recent research suggests that the value potential buyers ascribe to case studies has declined. That was down from 72% in the 2016 edition of the survey.

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Biznology

DECEMBER 28, 2016

Here are 11 inspiring case studies of digital transformation. AMAZON BUSINESS : Served as an example of ‘digital customer’ expectations transitioning to the B2B world. Amazon Business launched in April 2015, with over 250 million products and a more holistic marketplace for B2B companies. Need some examples?

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Content4Demand

JANUARY 27, 2021

It’s easy to take the deceptively simple case study format for granted. Case studies play a valuable role in your content library. Standout case studies are concise, so you can’t waste words on tangents that don’t support your key points. Make Your Case. Follow these five steps. Frame Your Story.

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Cintell

JULY 3, 2018

Every B2B technology business wants to be focused on the customer, from marketing efforts to product innovation. The 2018 B2B Buying Disconnect Report highlights the difference between how B2B technology buyers and vendors view the purchase process. Survey participant in the B2B Buying Disconnect Report.

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Webbiquity

APRIL 18, 2024

Image credit: Mikael Blomkvist on Pexels This also applies, of course, to B2B marketing. So, why not let B2B marketing automation take care of the rest? What is B2B Marketing Automation? What are the Benefits of B2B Marketing Automation? What are the Challenges of B2B Marketing Automation?

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Webbiquity

JANUARY 19, 2023

Business-to-business (B2B) and business-to-consumer (B2C) marketing are two distinct types of marketing strategies with different focuses. B2B is focused on developing relationships between businesses, while B2C is focused on connecting directly with end consumers. 10 Key Differences Between B2B and B2C Marketing 1.

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KoMarketing Associates

SEPTEMBER 18, 2013

A recent survey of US agency executives from RSW/US , as covered by eMarketer , revealed that client case studies and content marketing were the top two self-promotional tactics used to generate leads, as indicated by 62% of respondents. Case studies can be difficult to obtain. There is value in their development.

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Martech

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

B2B content marketing is an indispensable strategy for businesses looking to establish their brand, engage their target audience, and drive conversions. What is B2B content marketing? B2B content marketing is the creation and distribution of content, in all its forms, related to your business and relevant to customers.

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Act-On

OCTOBER 11, 2023

Like the unhappy families of Anna Karenina , no two B2B marketing teams are exactly alike. We’ll cover: The most common approach to B2B marketing organizational structure Areas that are often overlooked, or need to be tweaked Ironing out your b2b marketing department structure is crucial for your overall strategy.

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nDash

OCTOBER 21, 2021

Case studies are an excellent way to deliver that proof. What is a Case Study? Case studies are written, recorded, or video content businesses publish showcasing how they successfully solve a client or customer’s pain points. How to write a Case Study. Why are they important?

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ClickDimensions

NOVEMBER 16, 2022

For B2B businesses, the pandemic acted as a catalyst speeding up slow-growing trends and forcing all businesses to adapt quickly or risk being left behind. For B2B sales and marketing teams this meant adjusting customer journeys to match the 100% digital-first requirements as in-person meetings, events and more became a thing of the past.

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KoMarketing Associates

DECEMBER 8, 2021

The B2B buyer’s journey is evolving rapidly. In addition to incremental changes, such as the shift toward mobile devices, B2B marketers must also contend with a rapidly changing workplace and online world. Overcoming these challenges requires B2B marketers to pay closer attention to the buyer’s journey.

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Webbiquity

OCTOBER 5, 2021

The 2022 IT spending forecast is bright for B2B technology marketers. As reported here previously, Millennials are taking over tech buying. Testimonials: Customer reviews and case studies are big. The post 2022 Outlook is Upbeat for B2B Tech Marketers appeared first on B2B Marketing Blog | Webbiquity.

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NuSpark Consulting

JANUARY 15, 2016

Case studies are bursting with promise for use in B2B lead generation and sales. Why Case Studies? Why do marketers at B2B companies write case studies? Why do marketers at B2B companies write case studies? And if content is king, case studies are the crown jewels.

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Binary Demand

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

[ps2id id=’Introduction’ target=”/]Based on a recent HubSpot report, 35% of surveyed marketers prioritized B2B demand generation activities in 2022, indicating a noticeable shift from tactical demand generation to a more strategic approach in the current and future of B2B demand generation marketing.

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Martech

MARCH 20, 2024

Here are seven critical lessons learned from my 15 years of experience guiding global B2B technology companies through rebranding initiatives, as an internal team member and external consultant. Start by examining and then articulating your purpose because it’s the “why” that people actually buy.

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B2B Marketing Directions

NOVEMBER 14, 2021

The predominant view of B2B buying is that it involves expensive and/or complex products or services, large buying groups and long buying cycles. In reality many B2B companies derive substantial revenue from other types of sales.

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Marketing Craftmanship

OCTOBER 14, 2014

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

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Savanta

JANUARY 25, 2017

Mapping out the buying process is critical for anyone looking to market or sell in business-to-business (B2B) environments. Different scenarios will of course see a different buying process, but a recent survey of 118 B2B buyers by Circle Research reveals that there are similarities in the buying process across many B2B markets.

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Champion Communications

AUGUST 8, 2023

B2B buying is hard. Gartner’s recent research on B2B buying groups found that the typical buying group for a complex B2B solution contains “six to ten decision-makers, each armed with four or five pieces of information they have gathered independently and must de-conflict with the group.”

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Champion Communications

AUGUST 8, 2023

B2B buying is hard. Gartner’s recent research on B2B buying groups found that the typical buying group for a complex B2B solution contains “six to ten decision-makers, each armed with four or five pieces of information they have gathered independently and must de-conflict with the group.”

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Webbiquity

MARCH 31, 2022

B2B marketers are expected to wear many hats. For B2B marketers, staying on top of the latest digital marketing strategies is not just a job requirement, but a matter of corporate survival. Here are eight B2B marketing strategies that can make a big difference today. People won’t buy what they don’t understand.

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The Lead Agency

MARCH 17, 2024

Website lead generation forms are one of the most critical touchpoints in the B2B landscape. Combining B2B and B2C statistics, the average conversion rate from lead generation forms is 1.7%. In B2B services specifically, that goes up to 2.2%. In our experience, B2B businesses want a lot.

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Webbiquity

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

Crafting an impeccable B2B sales journey isn’t straightforward. Offering a stellar B2B sales experience comes with its own share of challenges in 2023. As you delve deeper, you’ll uncover the challenges, the strategies, and the nuances that can transform your B2B interactions. What is B2B Sales Experience?

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Biznology

APRIL 24, 2015

My new book, B2B Data-Driven Marketing: Sources, Uses, Results , is launching in a few weeks. While preparing case studies for book, I had the fun of interviewing a bunch of very smart B2B marketers to learn how they were applying data and analytics to their marketing objectives. First, we target the right accounts.

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SalesIntel

APRIL 17, 2024

In the B2B industry, email automation has become a transformative tool enabling you to streamline communication, offer personalized content, and cultivate leads efficiently. To enhance your email campaigns, it’s crucial to understand and implement effective strategies for B2B email marketing automation.

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Only B2B

APRIL 30, 2024

Crafting a successful B2B GTM strategy is easier said than done, but with the right framework, it becomes achievable. What is GTM in B2B Marketing? GTM in B2B is the marketing plan created by your company to reach the right market for finding the right audience at the right time.

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Marketing Interactions

OCTOBER 8, 2020

At a minimum, a B2B buyer is thought to: Understand the problem they’re trying to solve. Be intent on solving the problem by buying a solution. Attempting to reconcile different perspectives in the buying group. Unsure about the validity of their business case. Worried about the impact of disruption during implementation.

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Webbiquity

NOVEMBER 8, 2022

Case Studies : These are the B2B equivalent of product reviews. Through produced by companies, case studies are built on verifiable customer experiences and direct quotes from business buyers. Business to consumer (B2C) and B2B influencer marketing can both be effective, but work differently.

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B2B Marketing Directions

APRIL 20, 2024

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. Edelman and LinkedIn recently published the findings of their 2024 B2B thought leadership impact study.

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Biznology

OCTOBER 3, 2021

It seems like every week I see a new research report naming leads as the top priority of B2B marketing departments. We know that 45% of business inquiries—whether they come in through campaigns, referrals or over the transom—eventually buy in the category. But without buy-in, the idea is going nowhere. They’ll say, “Leads!

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The Point

JULY 17, 2017

Demand Gen Report has published the results of this year’s “B2B Buyer’s Survey,” and the trends identified merit close attention for those marketers involved in B2B demand generation and content development. IMPACT : Use ABM strategies to deliver personalized, relevant content to specific buying roles within large accounts.

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Zoominfo

FEBRUARY 5, 2021

If you think a B2B sales funnel is an abstract idea, brace yourself. Your digital-savvy B2B prospect is researching the product they think they need. Hopefully, they’re on your website, digesting your blog posts, videos, and case studies.). What Is a B2B Sales Funnel? How to Build a B2B Sales Funnel (4 Stages).

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Navigate the Channel

MARCH 11, 2024

People buy stuff on the internet. So, for the seats in the back, eCommerce is buying and selling (almost any kind of) goods or services online using digital technology, such as computers, laptops and mobile phones, to establish a larger market presence. And the real advantage for B2B eCommerce is the ease of retargeting customers.

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Choozle

NOVEMBER 12, 2018

Choozle is a business just like any other, and our B2B marketing and digital advertising strategies reflect that. View the case study below to learn more about which advertising strategies the Choozle team uses, how we got there, and the impacts they’ve made within our sales and marketing programs.

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