Sword and the Script | B2B

SEPTEMBER 28, 2021

I recently read an account by an executive summarizing his experience buying a marketing technology (martech) tool. Yet cybersecurity is emerging as a key point of differentiation according to a new survey by Treasure Data. 58% of marketers say martech cybersecurity was the top consideration in procuring marketing software tools.

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Marketing Insider Group

MAY 15, 2023

If you’re a business owner, marketing professional, or digital enthusiast, you already know how important it is to perfect your B2B digital marketing strategy. If you’re ready to perfect your B2B digital marketing strategy, you’re in the right place! What Is B2B Digital Marketing?

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Zoominfo

JULY 23, 2020

That being said, there are also amazing leads that are essentially ready to buy. You might be interested in a product, but you’re not ready to actually buy it. You don’t have an urgent need for the product, and you might still be conducting research on the best version to buy. In fact, they fall more on a spectrum.

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Heinz Marketing

MAY 3, 2023

By Win Salyards , Senior Marketing Consultant at Heinz Marketing Developing an accurate and actionable understanding of the B2B buying committee and the buyer personas that make it can be challenging, especially when your buying cycle is complex. Action What are the steps they take during the buying process?

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Martech

AUGUST 22, 2023

B2B buying has changed dramatically in the last decade, and marketers need to change with it. Industrial buying behavior has changed dramatically with the rise of countless online platforms in recent decades. You must have a deep understanding of how your customers buy. This entailed a program in five parts.

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Convince & Convert

APRIL 25, 2024

For the past eight years, NetLine’s annual analysis of B2B content consumption and demand has stood as a lighthouse for marketers navigating the stormy waters of content strategy and lead generation. In 2023, user demand for gated B2B content rose 14.3%. This year’s analysis draws from an impressive 6.2 Unreasonable statement?

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KoMarketing Associates

SEPTEMBER 26, 2018

Although B2B marketers have a wide range of ways to reach out to their target audiences, new research suggests that B2B buyers are still interested in phone calls and virtual appointments. This is according to new research from TimeTrade, published in the “What Buyers Want: The State of the B2B Buyer Experience” report.

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Marketing Report B2B Marketing Buy Process 121

Marketing Insider Group

NOVEMBER 18, 2020

The Most Effective B2B Marketing Strategies. In a new report that collected data from hundreds of B2B marketing professionals, the ways in which B2B marketing teams across the nation operate as a majority were brought to light. Focus on the Buyer. Have a Formal Marketing Plan. Partner with a Marketing Agency.

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Marketing Insider Group

JULY 14, 2021

So you’re a B2B marketer. Checklists, product demos, webinars, e-books, and whitepapers are some of the most popular types of B2B lead magnets. B2B marketers and sales teams must collaborate to implement a lead magnet follow-up plan. What’s the Real Deal with B2B Lead Magnets? Lead Magnet Examples for B2B Marketers.

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Biznology

OCTOBER 29, 2019

If you’re a B2B marketer, especially a services provider, your environment is about to be upended. Customers are changing, and so are the ways they buy. I’ve been struck recently by five glaring developments in business buying that you need to know about. The arrival of Millennials in business buying positions.

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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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Marketing Insider Group

JULY 20, 2021

Can you believe that 80% of B2B companies feel their pricing strategy needs improvement? Read on for a complete guide to B2B pricing. Value-based, competitive, and cost-plus are the three most common B2B pricing strategies. Common B2B Pricing Strategies. There are three common pricing strategies used in B2B sales.

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Mereo

MARCH 21, 2024

While members of the buying committee were engaging “solution providers,” they were not even looking for solutions yet. Second, the buying organizations were mostly retailers or brand companies selling directly to consumers. This one example goes to show: Overall B2B buying has gotten more complicated.

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Heinz Marketing

MARCH 23, 2023

By Michelle Voznyuk , Marketing Specialist at Heinz Marketing As a B2B SaaS marketer, creating effective messaging is key to driving success for your business. What motivates them to buy? Then define your ideal customer profile (ICP), create buyer personas, and build your buying committee to get a clear picture of your target audience.

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KoMarketing Associates

APRIL 6, 2022

As B2B marketers look to improve upon the way they connect with customers and prospects, new research suggests that personalization is critical to delivering a positive experience. Similarly, many B2B marketers who adopted an omnichannel approach also gained more market share in 2021.

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KoMarketing Associates

MAY 14, 2020

B2B marketers now offer a wide array of content, and new research shows that this may be helping customers and prospects make decisions during the buying process. This suggests that customers are still heavily engaging with the content produced by B2B marketers. B2B Marketers and the Customer Experience.

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Top Rank Marketing

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

With over 70 million decision-makers, LinkedIn is the place to B2B.” — Keith Browning @TweetOfKeith Click To Tweet What Are B2B Content Marketers’ Biggest Challenges? But even if they don't understand, LinkedIn has the people who do.

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Exo B2B

JUNE 29, 2023

Why should companies adopt a B2B branding or image and brand management strategy based on specific growth or transformation objectives? As entrepreneurs or decision-makers, you shouldn’t neglect your thoughts on the implementation of your B2B branding strategy. Historically, brand power in B2B has often been overlooked.

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Tomorrow People

OCTOBER 31, 2017

Want to explore differentiation and give your content marketing strategy a kick up the ass? The growth of the internet, smartphones and tablets, along with brands (both B2B and B2C) joining the content marketing strategy bandwagon means that the world is awash with content. Is it differentiation? Got 5 minutes?

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B2B Marketing Directions

MAY 26, 2019

Since then, the number of people in the average B2B buying group has increased, and buying cycles are getting longer. New research by the Aberdeen Group explains why long buying cycles are still a fact of life for B2B marketing and sales professionals.) Other findings explain why the buying cycle has gotten longer.

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Webbiquity

NOVEMBER 8, 2022

Case Studies : These are the B2B equivalent of product reviews. Business to consumer (B2C) and B2B influencer marketing can both be effective, but work differently. 82% of your prospects seek recommendations from their friends and families before buying. You can’t buy great customer reviews (at least not legally or ethically).

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Heinz Marketing

MAY 31, 2023

By Karla Sanders , Engagement Manager at Heinz Marketing In the fast-paced world of B2B marketing, businesses often face difficult times characterized by slowing win rates and longer buying cycles. One key strategy that can significantly impact B2B success in such times is sales enablement.

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Madison Logic

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

The desire for personalization among B2B buyers is growing louder. At a time when solution options seem endless, standing out is critical—and personalization is the answer to true differentiation. According to Gartner, 86% of B2B customers expect companies to be well-informed about their personal information during interactions.

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The Lead Agency

JULY 24, 2023

This blog was originally posted on the 11 th of September 2015 and has been updated for 2023, incorporating practice questions to ask yourself with regard to the B2B marketing mix, and an 8 th P to consider! is essential, that B2B Marketers tailor their seven Ps for their offering in a way that targets their business clients.

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SalesGrape

NOVEMBER 18, 2023

Introduction: Navigating the B2B Marketing Landscape in the Education Sector In today’s competitive business world, effective marketing strategies are crucial for success. However, B2B marketing in the education industry comes with its own unique set of challenges and opportunities.

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Only B2B

MARCH 20, 2024

This statistic, highlighted in a Forrester Research report, underscores the crucial role of lead qualification in B2B marketing. Must Read: How to Generate More Qualified Leads with MQLs HQLs (Highly Qualified Leads): These leads exhibit a stronger buying intent and are closer to making a purchase. Signing up for your email list.

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Tiecas

MARCH 21, 2024

B2B industrial marketing presents unique challenges compared to other forms of B2B marketing. As the Founder and President of Tiecas, a B2B industrial marketing agency in Houston, TX , I’ve spent the past 35+ years immersed in industrial and manufacturing marketing. Source ] So, what does this mean for B2B industrial marketers?

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ClickZ

JUNE 21, 2023

This interview with Tyrona Heath , Director of Marketing Engagement at LinkedIn’s B2B Institute, is aimed at celebrating and championing B2B excellence to drive creativity and excitement amongst B2B brands, marketers, and advertisers. When you talk about creativity in B2B, it can feel abstract.

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Marketing Insider Group

DECEMBER 1, 2023

In the B2B selling world there is near universal appreciation for the value of sales coaching. We are among many who believe how you sell is a primary way to create value for prospective buyers, and to differentiate from competitors. Training prepares sales reps to execute. Focus is on how reps actually perform in the heat of battle.

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PathFactory

MARCH 12, 2024

Navigating B2B Buyer Enablement With Michelle Killebrew As a marketing leader (and a revenue marketer at heart) it’s my job to take all of the marketing levers we have to help a company grow. Businesses—and particularly marketers—have to provide an enriching online experience that differentiates from competitors.

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Velocity Partners

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

For complex B2B businesses, one common move is to try and make it easier for customers to buy by simplifying your offering. But if (like so many B2B companies) you offer a mix of platform and point solutions, this problem quickly gets really hard to solve really fast. Just, y’know, for instance. Introduce a fresh spin.

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B2B Digital Marketer

MARCH 28, 2024

Insights From a Google Insider Mastering B2B Paid Advertising In the fast-evolving digital landscape, mastering the art of B2B paid advertising has never been more critical. In this episode, you’ll learn: The myths surrounding B2B paid ads and the truths that dispel them.

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Martech

JANUARY 9, 2023

What factors are driving marketing automation platform use, and what capabilities do MAPs provide for B2B marketers? Our new report, “ B2B Marketing Automation Platforms: A Marketer’s Guide ” is now available for free download. How vendors differentiate on capabilities. Dig deeper: MarTech Replacement Survey.

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Biznology

NOVEMBER 1, 2021

So, when you think about loyalty and retention in the B2B world, the loyalty is baked into the business model. In fact, rewards programs don’t work in B2B, for two key reasons. Here are the loyalty marketing strategies that work best in B2B. Segment your customers by value and differentiate your treatment of them.

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Binary Demand

APRIL 8, 2024

Delving into B2B target market segmentation aligns with these core business principles and propels your enterprise toward unparalleled success. Gaining a comprehensive understanding of B2B market segmentation targeting and positioning is paramount for companies striving to bolster their competitiveness and profitability.

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Martech

JANUARY 12, 2024

As we slide into 2024, B2B marketing leaders face new challenges: deals are harder to close, budgets are shrinking, and expectations are rising. This analysis can offer insights into potential areas for differentiation and improvement. Optimize marketing mix strategy This is about making buying easier for buyers. Get MarTech!

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Efficiency Ideal Customer Profiles B2B Marketing Planning 134

MindFire

JULY 26, 2021

As digital advertising grows, print companies must increasingly differentiate and offer marketers valid reasons to invest in direct mail. Remember, this print company focuses on helping B2C companies, but this strategy applies to B2B.). For some, this is undoubtedly a struggle. Forbes, 2021.

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