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How WebMD Has Changed B2B Marketing Forever

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Unfortunately, many B2B companies that understand the new dynamics of vendor selection have responded in knee-jerk fashion, by saturating every possible online / digital channel and social media platform with content that neither reaches nor resonates with decision makers in their target audiences. does not guarantee marketplace attention.

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An End to B2B Social Media Madness

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But if you are unable or unwilling to generate meaningful content on a consistent basis (at least twice a month), or to merchandise your blog content properly (which means taking specific steps to promote the content with target audiences), then do not start a blog. Forget Facebook, Twitter and Google+.

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Social media postings on LinkedIn, Twitter and Facebook referencing the publicity; A permanent “As seen in (name of media source)” banner on the home page of the client’s website; Surgical removal of the client’s quote from the story, coupled with the publication’s logo, hung like a hunting trophy in the client website’s News section.

SME 100
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Do Most CEOs Lack Social Skills?

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On the major social networks, including Facebook, Twitter and Google+, the participation of Fortune 500 CEOs was minimal, with only 7.6% on Facebook, 4% on Twitter, and less than 1% on Google+. population uses Facebook and 34% uses Twitter. The study claims that 70% of them have absolutely no presence on social media.

PR 100
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Is Your B2B Firm REALLY Marketing…Or Simply Making Tactical Soup?

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Blogs and newsletters demand original, timely content; not canned information. LinkedIn, Twitter and Facebook must be updated regularly to stay relevant. Schedule ongoing maintenance of the activity. Unfortunately, many B2B marketing tactics are often one-off or plug-and-play solutions. THE PAYOFF.

Tactics 100
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The Road to Hedge Fund Transparency: Marketing Essentials and Potential Pitfalls

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Facebook is simply not an appropriate channel for hedge funds, and posting comments on independent blogs or online publications will not yield meaningful results. Twitter can be a great information source, and most hedge funds should use it exclusively for that purpose: to listen rather than to speak. Manage press exposure selectively.

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Should Companies Manage Their Employees’ LinkedIn Profiles?

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These brand implications are less significant on Facebook, which is not generally viewed as a business channel.).