Oktopost

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

With shrinking budgets and executives reevaluating their current tech stack, the threat of losing prospective and current customers is a growing concern. The rules of B2B buying have changed, and to succeed in this economy, one thing is clear: businesses must adapt to survive. Jump Ahead What is an MQL?

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LeanData

JULY 22, 2022

Today’s B2B buying journey is decidedly digital-first, and it’s never going to go back to “the way we used to do things.” However, just because a digital-first buying journey is preferred by buyers, B2B marketers should not assume those buyers are pleased with the B2B prospect experience. .

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Marketing Insider Group

SEPTEMBER 21, 2020

The lead qualification process helps B2B marketing teams focus their efforts and resources on serious buyers and prospects that are likely to take the next step. The lead qualification process is a strategic and systematic approach to evaluating whether prospects are able, ready, and willing to make a purchase.

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Martech

JANUARY 29, 2024

Lead generation for B2B has undergone quite a transformation. Gone are the days when gating all content to meet quarterly MQL KPIs was effective. The irony here is that most B2B organizations rely heavily on pulling cold lists from databases like ZoomInfo and instantly coin them as leads worthy of reaching out to.

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Act-On

APRIL 26, 2024

Traditionally, sales reps can assign a higher percentage to the likelihood of a deal closing as they confirm the prospect has the budget, identify decision-makers, and move further along the buying journey. Clark describes prospects’ mindset as “‘FOFU mode’ — fear of ‘effing’ up.” Sadly, macroeconomics are beyond our control.

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Only B2B

OCTOBER 3, 2023

In the ever-evolving landscape of B2B marketing, where competition is relentless, and digital marketing strategies continuously shift, the importance of Marketing Qualified Leads (MQLs) stands out like a guiding light. Generating More Qualified Leads with MQLs: A Pathway to B2B Success What Is Marketing Qualified Leads (MQLs)?

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Only B2B

MARCH 27, 2024

B2B marketers spend countless hours crafting campaigns, social media posts, and targeted ads, all in the name of capturing potential customers. Must Read: MQL vs SQL: Which Lead Matter More & When? These are your hottest prospects, most likely to convert into customers. Ah, the never-ending quest for qualified leads!

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The Point

DECEMBER 6, 2022

Based on the work we do with our agency’s B2B clients , here’s a basic, funnel-based approach to determining a realistic demand gen budget based on specific revenue targets: 1. The calculator uses industry standard figures for conversion rates (Lead to MQL, Close Rate, etc.), In round numbers, a common cost standard is $250 per MQL.

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Zoominfo

JUNE 14, 2022

Although B2B display advertising isn’t an exact science, enough experimentation can teach you valuable tricks of the trade. Here are some common B2B display advertising mistakes: Remarketing: Just because someone landed on your website doesn’t mean they’re a good-fit prospect. Marketing mistakes are costly.

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The Point

JANUARY 19, 2021

Will B2B marketing, and demand generation in particular, revert to “normal” once the pandemic subsides and economic recovery kicks in, or are recent trends destined to become staple tactics in the months and years to come? I predict we’ll start seeing more credit ratings and payment scores appended to B2B marketing data.

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PureB2B

APRIL 14, 2021

As the need for a more streamlined B2B buying process grows , so does the requirement of data granularity in demand generation. This creates an “us vs. them” mentality with your prospective customers, and that’s not a space any organization wants to be in. The value of a fresh database of prospects and customers is insurmountable.

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Zoominfo

DECEMBER 28, 2020

They’re customers’ verbal buying signals—the cues your sales agent homes in on when talking to a prospect. And they’re online buying signals—the data trail—that prospective buyers leave as they research solutions online. When B2B buyers need to solve a problem, they start researching online. Let’s break that down.

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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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PureB2B

APRIL 26, 2022

Finding in-market leads for B2B businesses is crucial to achieving revenue goals. The problem is that the B2B market is enormous. And in today’s buyer-focused sales landscape, it’s important for reps to always be developing new techniques and strategies for effective prospecting. Defining “In-Market” Buyers.

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Leadspace

JUNE 28, 2021

For B2B marketers, seeing low conversion rates, high email bounce rates, and poor pipeline velocity can be extremely frustrating. For B2B salespeople, reaching out to a prospect at the wrong time or without the relevant information on hand can damage rapport and even break a deal. Prospect Database: ASP ($): Try it.

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Act-On

APRIL 10, 2024

Lead scoring helps organizations move prospects along their buying journey in a structured, strategic way — which is especially helpful considering how complex buying journeys have become. And it takes an average of 20 touches with a brand before a prospect becomes a potentially successful lead for the sales team.

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SalesIntel

JANUARY 26, 2023

B2B data may significantly influence a company’s performance. Companies use B2B data to understand other firms better, make better decisions, develop new business prospects, and support marketing and sales teams. This is especially a boon for mid-market B2B companies that seek accurate and cost-effective data solutions.

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Zoominfo

AUGUST 4, 2020

What happens when you turn suspects into prospects? There has been an ongoing debate in B2B marketing circles: Is the Marketing Qualified Lead (MQL) an antiquated, vanity metric? While MQLs don’t translate to immediate revenue or even pipeline contribution, the value isn’t equivalent to open rates, page views, and the like.

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Lead Ranking Marketing Qualified Leads Sales Qualified Leads Lead Scoring 246

Only B2B

JANUARY 27, 2022

But how much do you know about B2B lead generation and its potential to redefine the term entirely? It’s fine if you don’t understand everything right now, but by the conclusion of this post, you’ll be well on your way to producing B2B leads like a pro. Marketing Qualified Leads (MQLs). Service Qualified Leads.

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SalesIntel

JANUARY 15, 2024

B2B data may significantly influence a company’s performance. Companies use B2B data to understand other firms better, make better decisions, develop new business prospects, and support marketing and sales teams. This is especially a boon for mid-market B2B companies that seek accurate and cost-effective data solutions.

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Only B2B

APRIL 24, 2024

In the demand generation, marketers use a mix of active strategies (webinars, email marketing, paid ads) and passive strategies (content marketing, SEO, podcasting, social media marketing) to capture prospects’ interest in making a purchase. Must Read: 5 Common B2B Demand Generation Pitfalls to Avoid What is Demand Generation?

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Only B2B

AUGUST 2, 2023

In this comprehensive blog, we will explore the differences between Inbound and Outbound lead generation, and how to find the right mix to maximize MQL generation. Pros and Cons of Inbound and Outbound Approaches: Inbound lead generation is praised for its ability to attract highly engaged and interested prospects.

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PureB2B

APRIL 14, 2021

As the need for a more streamlined B2B buying process grows, so does the requirement of data granularity in demand generation. This creates an “us vs. them” mentality with your prospective customers, and that’s not a space any organization wants to be in. The value of a fresh database of prospects and customers is insurmountable.

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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. It’s always good to stay on top of new trends and technologies in B2B marketing , but they have to be the right fit for your team and your business.

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BOP Design

MAY 5, 2021

Phil, take a minute to see how this applies to B2B marketing. When it comes to B2B relationships, the best, long-term relationships are built over time and founded on trust. Don’t think about your goals, think about your prospect’s needs. They don’t need to be your next MQL or whitepaper download, that’s for sure.

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Zoominfo

AUGUST 22, 2022

Use the BANT Framework BANT (an acronym for budget, authority, need, and timeline) is a commonly accepted B2B marketing framework. Budget: What is the prospect’s annual revenue? They include: Employee headcount Annual revenue Industry B2B vs. B2C Location 2. If not, you may want to reevaluate your B2B data provider.

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Marketri

SEPTEMBER 22, 2023

Successful B2B marketing is rooted in data that allows you to determine what’s working well, what isn’t, and where you should fine-tune for better results. They mostly focus on lead generation (a top objective for many B2B companies), but they’re also high-level indicators of how well your marketing is contributing to your business goals.

Lead Ranking 62

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Zoominfo

AUGUST 4, 2020

What happens when you turn suspects into prospects? There has been an ongoing debate in B2B marketing circles: Is the Marketing Qualified Lead (MQL) an antiquated, vanity metric? While MQLs don’t translate to immediate revenue or even pipeline contribution, the value isn’t equivalent to open rates, page views, and the like.

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Lead Ranking Marketing Qualified Leads Sales Qualified Leads Lead Scoring 195

Inbox Insight

SEPTEMBER 20, 2022

With this in mind, what key tactics can be used to encourage B2B Sales and Marketing alignment? This is why Sales and Marketing alignment is so crucial to driving Sales Acceleration in today’s B2B landscape where feedback and improvements are key. How can B2B Marketers Plan for Sales and Marketing Alignment?

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The ABM Agency

JANUARY 2, 2023

Business-to-business (B2B) marketing campaigns come in a variety of shapes and sizes, and it can be difficult to decide which style is best suited to your marketing goals. In this blog post, we’ll be exploring the three most popular B2B marketing campaigns: account-based marketing (ABM), B2B lead gen and demand generation (Demand Gen).

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Zoominfo

NOVEMBER 29, 2021

Get a Demo Performance Metrics by Channel Choosing B2B marketing KPIs for your team starts with analyzing your active campaigns. Funnel metrics Marketing Qualified Leads (MQLs) : Number of leads that an email converts from engaged to marketing-qualified. Demos : Number of MQLs that sign up for a scheduled demo. Intent lift.

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Zoominfo

JANUARY 8, 2021

When the prospect is ready to buy, your sales team carries them over the finish line to close the deal. Once you have your ICPs mapped out, you can focus on building a stream of ready-to-buy prospects or marketing qualified leads. What Are Marketing Qualified Leads (MQLs)? How do you know when your MQL is ready to talk to sales?

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Launch Marketing

MARCH 20, 2024

Influences Prospects: 84% of people say that they have been convinced to buy a product or service after watching a video about the brand, product or service offering. If prospects cannot recognize your brand across multiple channels, you are missing the mark. What Impact Does Marketing Have on Businesses?

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RDIGS

JULY 11, 2023

It is where B2B lead qualification steps in—a systematic and teamwide approach to determining the worthiness of a lead. If you want to learn and get a hold of B2B lead qualification, then make sure to stick around until the end of this article. What is a B2B Lead Qualification?

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Only B2B

NOVEMBER 23, 2021

Over a long time, the sales and marketing operations in B2B organizations were thought to be discrete. Marketers are responsible for acquiring prospects and fostering them into MQLs, whilst sales teams are responsible for turning SQLs into clients. MQLs suit your buyer persona well and are prospective clients for your company.

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PureB2B

JULY 6, 2022

A common challenge in the B2B demand generation world centers around the balance of automation and reporting software. The goal with most B2B marketers is to get their automation to a point of fluidity that it requires very little human input. B2B marketing automation is used for scalable marketing campaigns. Acquiring Data.

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Metadata

APRIL 8, 2024

I used Metadata for the first time in 2021 when I worked at Armorblox (now a part of Cisco), and it instantly made me a better B2B marketer. Keep in mind that this was my first time running any sort of paid social campaign , but from what I knew about B2B marketing, a LinkedIn-first strategy was par for the course.

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