WebMarketCentral

DECEMBER 20, 2007

social media sites by B2B IT decision-makers, researchers at ITtoolbox and PJA have just published their second report on the topic. LinkedIn , Facebook and Wink ) and blogs. For B2B vendors, the message is clear: participating (properly) across social media venues is now the most influential way to reach buyers. tags: Web 2.0

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WebMarketCentral

MARCH 16, 2009

While there are some social media brand success stories , such as Blendtec and Starbucks on the B2C side, and Sun and IBM in B2B, most companies still struggle with optimizing their social media strategy and implementing tactics and measurement. The largest growth in Facebook traffic came from people in the 35-49 age bracket.

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WebMarketCentral

JANUARY 28, 2009

It's been obvious for some time that social media has an increasing role in b2b marketing , and that b2b companies will increasingly invest marketing dollars there as social media marketing practices become more standardized. How can b2b firms approach social media more strategically?

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WebMarketCentral

DECEMBER 18, 2007

As noted here previously, from both the B2B vendor perspective and buyer perspective , social media is becoming an increasingly important channel for B2B communication. With that in mind, here are four ways B2B vendors can use social media to spread their messages. Get connected on Facebook and LinkedIn.

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WebMarketCentral

FEBRUARY 27, 2009

This panel will dispel the misperception that social media can’t be applied in the B2B arena by illustrating how tools like Twitter and blogs can be applied to monitor, communicate and engage audiences.” Jared’s focus is on managing the convergence of traditional and new media to effectively influence, inform and engage key audiences.

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WebMarketCentral

JULY 23, 2009

It would have been nice to see a breakout on the b2b side. On the b2b side, most campaigns are aimed at generating leads rather than instant sales. What this study indicates, however, is that b2b marketers are starting to measure, and get credit for, secondary "conversions" as well. Similar results + lower costs = higher ROI.

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WebMarketCentral

MAY 18, 2009

Of the hundreds of Facebook applications available, which ones are best for business? Top 10 Business Applications for Facebook by Duct Tape Marketing Of the 1,000+ Facebook apps built thus far, only a very small number—perhaps a couple of dozen or so—have value for B2B marketers and PR pros.

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