Navigate the Channel

OCTOBER 4, 2023

The “measure what matters” phrase has been around for a long time, but as marketers we can put it into practice more today than in any decade or generation in the past. It is a classic example of an outdated marketing tactic, with pressure and confusion being pushed on a small business owner. If you globally have a 2.5%

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ViewPoint

MAY 11, 2017

In fact, the competitor pays its staff $11 to $12 per hour – substantially less than we pay (more than half as much). How successful do you think someone being paid $11 to $12 per hour will be in navigating to, and having conversations with, senior decision-makers at organizations that will spend five to six digits or more for solutions?

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The Point

AUGUST 9, 2012

A client asks: “I know I can filter our Pay-Per-Lead ( content syndication ) leads on geography and company size. Can I also limit leads to certain job titles?”. My response: To best answer the question, let’s discuss what lead filters are and how they work.

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The Point

JANUARY 31, 2011

What does a software company do when their paid search program is working well but just not generating enough leads? By most metrics, Navicure’s paid search campaign was working well, generating a handful of leads each month at a cost per lead at or below industry standards.

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Metadata

SEPTEMBER 1, 2022

Demand generation just isn’t a subset of marketing. It’s the outcome of all kinds of marketing activities working together. Not just paid ads or ABM. The majority of B2B marketers still think about demand generation as a series of tactics, rather than a larger marketing strategy. Paid Media.

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Ledger Bennett

MAY 20, 2020

As the Coronavirus pandemic continues, albeit at differing rates globally, a high proportion of marketers have seen media budgets reduced or even stopped altogether, but pre COVID-19 targets remain constant. 60% of B2B marketers say they have paused marketing campaigns. Media Spend Snapshot.

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KoMarketing Associates

AUGUST 11, 2015

We often are presented with a range of unique challenges when trying to demonstrate the value and impact of our search engine advertising campaigns. The extended sales cycle we face in B2B online marketing adds to the confusion. Clicks to site measure how many visitors paid search drove to the client’s landing page.

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Valasys

JULY 26, 2021

An effective B2B marketing strategy focuses on generating quality leads, and building a strong pipeline will help you maintain a stable growth rate. B2B Leads are qualified prospects who may be approached and marketed by salespeople. It’s challenging to create high-quality leads that will convert into customers.

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Launch Marketing

NOVEMBER 21, 2018

Author’s Note: the following blog post was inspired from Launch Marketing’s 2018 Digital Marketing Guide: In-Depth Digital Strategy for B2B Marketers. To learn more, follow this link to download your own copy of the white paper and get various digital marketing best practices.

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The Marketing Blender

APRIL 5, 2022

The Basics of B2B Digital Marketing. B2B digital marketing is essential for any business-to-business company (B2B) looking to promote its products and services. But where should you begin with digital marketing? What Is B2B Digital Marketing? B2B Vs. B2C Digital Marketing: How Do They Differ?

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Ledger Bennett

MAY 20, 2020

As the Coronavirus pandemic continues, albeit at differing rates globally, in a high proportion of marketers have seen media budgets reduced or even stopped altogether, but pre COVID-19 targets remain constant. 60% of B2B marketers say they have paused marketing campaigns. Media Spend Snapshot.

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The Point

SEPTEMBER 20, 2010

In B2B circles, Q4 is historically a time of year when marketing spend picks up. Sales teams need the push to meet year-end numbers, whilst at other companies, spending marketing dollars in Q4 is simply a matter of “use it or lose it.” Does your corporate blog contribute to overall marketing ROI in a measurable way?

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Launch Marketing

AUGUST 10, 2017

Marketers know both the importance of Return on Investment (ROI) and a well-executed social media plan. But when it comes to social media ROI, how do you calculate the return on all of your efforts? If your B2B organization is new to social media , it may be difficult to come up with a measurable goal for each metric or channel.

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LeadSloth

AUGUST 11, 2009

Interview with Terry Whalen from CPC Search. To generate demand for your products, it’s not enough to nurture the existing leads in your database. You also need a steady stream of fresh leads coming in. There are many ways to find these new leads: inbound marketing, search advertising, tradeshows, lead programs, etc.

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The Point

JANUARY 25, 2012

Where do most paid search (PPC) campaigns succeed or fail? Though it’s typical for marketers to invest more time and legwork in the mechanics of search (keywords, bid strategy, campaign structure), I’d argue that the majority of PPC campaigns are won or lost at the close: the landing page. Not “learn more.” ”

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ViewPoint

JUNE 28, 2018

Companies with optimized sales and marketing organization achieve results by doing three things well. Just three: Agree on your market, media and message. Deliver fewer, but better, leads to sales. Here is what you must do to fix it: Agree on market, lead definition, message. What constitutes a good lead?

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Single Grain

DECEMBER 8, 2023

From setting a realistic budget to developing captivating creatives that make key decision makers in your industry sit up and take note, you need a simple step-by-step instructions on how to create successful LinkedIn Ads. Not only do you have an opportunity to generate high-quality leads, but generate lots of them.

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Ambal's Amusings

OCTOBER 15, 2009

What types of metrics do B2B marketers need to measure a marketing campaign's success? We have invited B2B Experts to shed light on the following question: "In what ways have metrics evolved with the increase in digital B2B marketing? Recommended Resources from B2B Marketing Experts. Marketo's Modern B2B Marketing.

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NuSpark Consulting

DECEMBER 31, 2011

Thought I’d give it a shot as well, running through a master list of “resolutions” as preparation for improving your inbound marketing and lead generation strategies for 2012 and beyond. Process: Set your lead generation campaign goals. How many qualified leads. Cost-per-lead.

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Online Marketing Institute

DECEMBER 23, 2010

Home Members Only News Features Columns SEM SEO PPC Social Media How To Google & Search First Time Here? Are All Leads Created Equal? Mar 17, 2010 at 11:34am ET by Andy Komack B2B companies crave leads. Good leads. Quality leads. This is about the leads paid for in the RFQ model.

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Single Grain

NOVEMBER 17, 2020

If you’re a B2B SaaS marketer looking to drive a new pipeline from enterprise and mid-market prospects, there’s no better channel these days for reaching these target customers than LinkedIn Ads. Let’s be clear: LinkedIn Ads is an expensive platform. The “Big 3” Types of LinkedIn Ads for Enterprise SaaS.

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Ambal's Amusings

OCTOBER 1, 2009

How do you market your white papers? Can syndication partners take your white paper to your prospects? Stephanie Tilton has published a timely 14-page report on White Paper Syndication Options for Technology Marketers. Costs to syndicate your white papers. White Paper FAQs.

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NetLine

AUGUST 2, 2023

B2B demand generation marketers face a growing list of challenges, from navigating complex buyer journeys to breaking through the noise of a crowded marketplace. High-quality, validated, opt-in leads are essential to driving sales and revenue growth, but generating them is no easy task.

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The ABM Agency

JANUARY 8, 2021

When companies consider which social media platforms to run their marketing campaigns on, they typically want to gravitate toward Instagram and Facebook due to the sheer popularity of these platforms. LinkedIn has become a powerful B2B marketing channel for paid social media advertising. Improved Targeting.

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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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Circle Studio

OCTOBER 12, 2017

Marketing is no exception, with an ever-expanding vocabulary of terms and jargon that may at times sound like a foreign language to business executives in non-marketing roles. We’ve set out to help demystify some of the most common B2B marketing jargon: A/B testing – Testing two versions of an element with two separate audiences.

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Webbiquity

JULY 24, 2012

In fact, recent WordStream research highlighted on eStrategy Trends reveals that, for keyword phrases with “high commercial intent,” almost two-thirds of all clicks are now on paid ads. Clearly, Google has been successful at shifting more traffic to paid results (which is where Google earns 97% of its revenue ).

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Valasys

JANUARY 20, 2023

B2B Marketing vs Traditional Marketing So, a disclaimer to begin with: This is not yet another blog talking about sales funnel or inverted funnel, or AIDA model! And yes, although, we will talk about the B2B marketing funnel, we’ve something more for you here. Marketing funnels are extremely specific to your niche & sector.

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Hubspot

JULY 28, 2017

It’s time we talked about how you’re using social media. Your fear of spending money on social ads. We bring up these concerns out of love for you and modern marketing. We bring up these concerns out of love for you and modern marketing. They are innovating incredibly fast and changing the meaning of social media.

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The Point

AUGUST 25, 2022

Why then, in a world of on-demand, streaming, watch-where-when-and-how-you-like content, do we B2B marketers still insist on promoting live Webinars, and expect attendees to show up on a specific day at a specific time, fully cognizant they’ll have the option to watch the recorded event at a later date? Two, salespeople love Webinars.

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SnapApp

APRIL 25, 2018

. In the world of B2B tech marketing, women are making an incredible impact around the world on brands large and small. . From successful marketing campaigns, to leading teams that drive bottom-line results, to development of inventive lead generation tactics--there are no limits to the glass ceilings they are smashing. .

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SnapApp

APRIL 25, 2018

In the world of B2B tech marketing, women are making an incredible impact around the world on brands large and small. From successful marketing campaigns, to leading teams that drive bottom-line results, to development of inventive lead generation tactics–there are no limits to the glass ceilings they are smashing.

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B2B Marketing Work Management Enterprise Management Marketing Management 91

The Point

JANUARY 6, 2014

If you don’t have that capability in place, look at marketing automation platforms like Marketo or reporting solutions like Full Circle CRM that can give you the data you’re looking for. The only way to improve the effectiveness of your marketing strategies long-term is to test, and test consistently. Improve SEM conversion rates.

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Single Grain

SEPTEMBER 22, 2023

The key to automating a consistent flow of qualified leads is setting up a quality marketing funnel. By guiding potential customers through a series of stages, from awareness to conversion, well-crafted marketing funnels can increase conversions, drive revenue and create loyal customers. Work With Us What Is a Marketing Funnel?

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Single Grain

MAY 18, 2021

According to research, a whopping 61% of marketers cite lead generation as one of the most challenging parts of their job: Yet without new leads coming in regularly, it’s impossible to grow your business. That’s why you must master lead generation — a nd one critical part of lead generation is the lead magnet.

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Single Grain

AUGUST 18, 2023

Finding the right digital marketing agency isn’t easy. But the digital marketing case studies they showcase on their site can offer invaluable insights for businesses looking to hire an agency. That said, there are a number of marketing strategies that will accomplish your goals while making your ROI.

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Single Grain

JANUARY 15, 2020

Channels like social media, email, SEO and PPC play a vital role in bringing in a constant flow of prospects, as the following statistics show: 61% of marketers say generating traffic and leads is their top challenge. 27% of marketers have reported below-average CPLs (cost-per-lead) for both social media and email marketing.

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