Act-On

APRIL 26, 2024

Marketing leaders are facing an unprecedented time with unprecedented demands: Wring every drop of value from generative AI. So let’s dive in — here’s what’s top-of-mind for these marketing leaders, along with some sage advice for their peers. Marketing — in this economy? Navigate ever-changing email privacy regulations.

Lead Ranking 130

Lead Ranking Privacy Marketing Automation Services Peer-to-peer 130

Marketing Insider Group

JULY 29, 2020

When it comes to lead generation, most marketers prefer to be doers , meaning that they enjoy coming up with ideas and then executing them. Measuring and reporting on their effectiveness is no one’s favorite part of the job as it requires a lot of research, takes up tons of time, and is honestly, quite boring. Pinpoint the KPIs.

Lead Generation 146

Lead Generation Sales Qualified Leads Webinar Metrics Top of Funnel 146

Zoominfo

JULY 25, 2023

But the long-running effects of digital disruption, coupled with the sudden shock of COVID-driven remote work, have changed the game. Sales qualified leads (SQLs), who are further on their journey and have engaged in a way that indicates readiness for the purchasing discussion. Why Invest in B2B Lead Generation?

Ideal Customer Profiles 130

Ideal Customer Profiles Lead Ranking Lead Generation Sales Management 130

Marketing Insider Group

FEBRUARY 22, 2023

Understanding the needs of your customers is a vital element in the definition of content marketing. Those insights lead to one of the biggest trends in Content Marketing: we need to develop content for the every stage of the buyer journey. And influencing buyer decisions is what marketing is all about ! It is a top tactic.

Top of Funnel 262

Top of Funnel Buyer's Journey Lead Scoring Lead Ranking 262

Inbox Insight

FEBRUARY 19, 2024

Effective lead generation comes down to both B2B lead quality and quantity. But with mounting pressure to demonstrate impact through hitting MQL targets, it’s easy for B2B marketers to overlook quality and become fixated on the latter.

Lead Ranking 101

Lead Ranking Top of Funnel Ideal Customer Profiles Marketing Qualified Leads 101

Martech

MARCH 27, 2024

In B2B marketing, the traditional approach of casting a wide net is increasingly being challenged by a more targeted and personalized strategy: account-based marketing (ABM). This method focuses on identifying and engaging with specific high-value accounts, treating each as its own distinct market.

Account Based Marketing 107

Account Based Marketing Spending B2B Marketing ABM 107

Marketing Insider Group

JULY 14, 2020

Some of your customers may be used to making orders online but some might not. Let them know that your website is live and operational and that they don’t need to visit your physical store to get their orders processed. Buyers have asked for frequent updates on the order fulfillment. Move your communications online.

B2B Sales 351

B2B Sales Marketing AI Top of Funnel Work Management 351

Zoominfo

OCTOBER 21, 2021

Every business needs to fill its sales funnel with qualified leads, convert those leads into customers, and retain paying customers for the long term. What makes the difference between a high-performing sales funnel and one that isn’t ready for the needs of a modern B2B sales motion?

Sales Management 130

Sales Management Top of Funnel Sales Qualified Leads Work Management 130

illumin

JANUARY 12, 2024

There are many different ways that marketers can build their ad strategies on Meta and their social media marketing does not have to be an island. Meta can and should be a part of a marketer’s programmatic approach. Facebook Ads Manager acts as its own DSP, letting marketers buy programmatic ad space on Facebook.

Paid Search Agency 105

Paid Search Agency Ads Marketing & Strategy Funnel Advertising 105

illumin

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

SMS marketing has become a critical, although contentious form of marketing over the past decade. As text messaging became an essential part of most people’s daily communication, marketers began utilizing SMS marketing strategies to reach customers on their personal devices. Does SMS marketing work?

SMS 95

SMS Top of Funnel Paid Search Agency Mobile Advertising 95

The Marketing Blender

JULY 19, 2022

How To Build A B2B Marketing Funnel. When you’re in the business of marketing B2B products or services, it’s crucial to create a B2B marketing funnel that will guide potential customers through the buying process. That’s why it’s so important to have a well-defined digital marketing funnel in place.

Top of Funnel 98

Top of Funnel Marketing Funnels B2B Marketing Ad Building 98

Choozle

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

Paid search advertising is a highly effective lower-funnel channel that reaches potential customers when they are close to conversion. Additional studies show that just five percent of a brand’s audience is “in market” at any given time. every click is part of the purchase journey. Think about it…. the awareness stage).

Top of Funnel 80

Top of Funnel Paid Content Paid Search Agency Funnel Advertising 80

Vision6

APRIL 17, 2024

In today’s digital landscape, crafting a winning omnichannel strategy is not just an option—it’s a necessity. The goal(s) you create for your marketing campaign will drive the kinds of content you create. Relevant: Does your event goal align with your broader marketing goals? Specific: What are you trying to achieve?

Webinar Metrics 52

Webinar Metrics Allocation SMS Marketing & Strategy 52

Webbiquity

MARCH 31, 2022

B2B marketers are expected to wear many hats. They must manage multiple campaigns simultaneously, while working effectively with partners across the globe. They need to manage their marketing budgets prudently and make sure every dollar is spent wisely. With B2B marketing, it’s all about value.

Marketing Budget 287

Marketing Budget Enterprise Management Sales Management Work Management 287

Optinmonster

MARCH 11, 2024

Gamification marketing, are you doing it? Good marketing content has become a lot more engaging lately. There’s actually some truth to that, and it’s all thanks to the rise of gamification in marketing. Games and marketing may sound strange, but they’re actually a match made in heaven. What Is Gamification in Marketing?

Examples 99

Examples Planning Paid Search Agency Interactive Marketing 99

ScanmarQED

JANUARY 10, 2024

In this interview, Chief Business Intelligence Officer of GroupM , Bart De Pauw talks with CEO of ScanmarQED, Marcel van der Kooi, on the topic of Triangulation in Marketing Measurement. As a provider of marketing effectiveness solutions, you are for sure the right person to speak about triangulation. Marcel : Exactly, Bart.

Multi-Touch Attribution 105

Multi-Touch Attribution Marketing Budget Work Management Marketing Management 105

Marketing Insider Group

AUGUST 11, 2020

Lead generation and nurturing often take center stage for digital marketers. They are commonly the top goal for most businesses, with the majority of their budget being funneled in this direction. But when the numbers at the bottom of the funnel refuse to budge it can be incredibly frustrating.

Sales Management 269

Sales Management Top of Funnel Conversion Process 269

Zoominfo

FEBRUARY 25, 2021

What is lead generation, and why is it a source of contention for sales and marketing teams? Usually considered a sub-objective of a Demand Generation strategy, Lead generation refers to the process of attracting and converting prospects into paying customers, or at the very least getting them into the sales funnel. What is a Lead?

Sales Management 240

Sales Management Lead Generation Lead Ranking Sales Qualified Leads 240

Martech

OCTOBER 5, 2023

Overseeing these campaigns is Paras Shah, the company’s director of digital media. The competitive pressure for grocery brands and home products to maintain a presence at the retailer has only increased in the digital space, as consumers buy more products across categories through ecommerce.

Advertising Agencies 103

Advertising Agencies Media eCommerce Cost Per Click 103

DealSignal

APRIL 10, 2024

The days of creating inbound programs and waiting for prospects to get in touch with you first are becoming less effective. Wouldn’t it be great to communicate directly with folks in the market, actively looking for solutions that your company offers? Table of Contents [Open] [Close] What is B2B intent data?

Intent Data 52

Intent Data Ideal Customer Profiles Intent Marketing Automation Services 52

Only B2B

NOVEMBER 23, 2021

Over a long time, the sales and marketing operations in B2B organizations were thought to be discrete. At some point throughout the sales cycle, marketers must transfer over marketing qualified leads (MQLs) to sales teams as sales qualified leads (SQLs). The Sales Funnel. Sales Funnel.

Marketing Qualified Leads 118

Marketing Qualified Leads Lead Ranking Top of Funnel Sales Qualified Leads 118

Webbiquity

MARCH 17, 2017

What is a Sales Funnel? Sales funnels are everywhere. Prospective purchasers don’t see the funnel, but rather an interactive brand, an awesome product, or the long awaited solution they need. This is the power of a sales funnel that’s ultimately designed to get sales. Guest post by Katrina Manning.

Top of Funnel 243

Top of Funnel Paid Search Agency Digital Marketing Funnels Landing Pages 243

Zoominfo

FEBRUARY 2, 2021

Simply put, cross-selling is a sales technique that encourages customers to purchase a product or service that is related to a purchase they already plan to make. For example, if you offer a customer that is purchasing a smartphone, the option to also purchase headphones at the same time, you are cross-selling them a related product.

Cross-Selling 162

Cross-Selling Lead Ranking Top of Funnel Zoominfo 162

The Lead Agency

DECEMBER 6, 2021

To succeed with marketing campaigns in 2022, businesses will have to continue to adapt their strategies to suit buyer trends. In order to gain a deeper understanding of how the COVID19 pandemic has changed B2B buying behaviour, McKinsey & Company put together the B2B Decision Maker Pulse survey. Shift to A Digital Reality.

Paid Content 118

Paid Content Trends B2B Marketing Paid Search Agency 118

Binary Demand

MARCH 1, 2024

Its potential for storytelling and marketing is undeniable, making AI in B2B marketing and sales a transformative force, reshaping interactions with brands, information, and services. The world of B2B marketing automation is on the brink of a full-fledged AI-driven revolution. But what is the path to reeling in those big fish?

Ideal Customer Profiles 97

Ideal Customer Profiles B2B Marketing Enterprise Management Marketing Automation Services 97

Stevens & Tate

MAY 20, 2019

In order to continue attracting your target audience, you need to keep up with the wants and needs of customers. This can be a real challenge if you don’t understand the factors that influence consumer purchasing decisions. The journey doesn’t end when someone makes a purchase.

Marketing Funnels 40

Marketing Funnels Purchase Top of Funnel Peer-to-peer 40

Biznology

JULY 11, 2019

Effective sales funnels are the most engaging—and effective—ways to increase your business. This high number indicates that too many leads are pushed through the sales funnel before they’re ready to convert and make a purchase. Finding and qualifying effective leads requires a consistent strategy.

Top of Funnel 130

Top of Funnel Sales Qualified Leads Digital Marketing Funnels Advertising Funnels 130

Salesforce Marketing Cloud

JULY 15, 2022

Inflation is hitting hard, and consumers are pulling back on purchases amid worries about a recession ahead. Salesforce data can help you analyze the effectiveness of digital shopping channels and features. Is it shopper burnout or oversaturation in several key markets? Global order volumes decreased by 9% year over year.

Top of Funnel 98

Top of Funnel Digital Marketing Funnels Amazon Pricing 98

Martech

SEPTEMBER 16, 2022

Businesses use content marketing strategies to generate brand awareness, educate prospects and customers and establish credibility. Providing the content customers need when they’re ready for it ultimately leads to better outcomes for marketers. How important is personalization in content marketing? Additional reading.

Digital Asset Management 130

Digital Asset Management Paid Content Work Management Marketing Management 130

Schubert B2B

JULY 14, 2023

Inbound marketing focuses on attracting potential customers through valuable content. Furthermore, inbound marketing is often less risky and inexpensive than outbound marketing. Let’s dive deeper into inbound marketing strategy for b2b companies and take a closer look at each element for a successful program.

Inbound Marketing 62

Inbound Marketing B2B Marketing Marketing & Strategy Marketing Strategy 62

Launch Marketing

MARCH 4, 2020

As the digital marketing landscape continues to grow, it’s crucial to take advantage of all the channels at your disposal, including pay-per-click (PPC) advertising. While some may view PPC as a B2C marketing exclusive, PPC can be an integral and valuable component of B2B digital marketing strategies—if executed correctly.

PPC 79

PPC Campaigns Effectiveness B2B 79

SmarkLabs

JANUARY 4, 2023

Inbound marketing automation is a strategy that helps businesses attract and convert leads through the use of digital marketing techniques. It involves creating valuable content, optimizing it for search engines, and promoting it through various channels in order to attract potential customers.

Marketing Automation Services 52

Marketing Automation Services Inbound Marketing Marketing Automation Top of Funnel 52

Scoop.it

MARCH 7, 2024

You need to consider user intent, pain points, and motivation before mapping out strategic campaigns to nurture your customer from awareness to purchase. Accessible content is any online information with intentional design features to ensure people with disabilities can access and interact with it effectively.

Top of Funnel 89

Top of Funnel Content Guidelines Bandwidth 89

Martech

JUNE 23, 2022

To be more effective in reaching the Workday Consumer, we must consider that nearly 62% surveyed said they spend time shifting between various mindsets during work hours. During this time, they research or purchase products and services, sometimes putting those tasks ahead of browsing social media and consuming entertainment.

Top of Funnel 81

Top of Funnel Campaigns Funnel Advertising Work Management 81

Optinmonster

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

In the world digital marketing, every touchpoint with your audience matters. ” It’s not just a digital nod of appreciation; it’s a golden opportunity to enhance user experience and solidify customer loyalty. ” or “Your order is complete!” Are you looking for thank you page examples?

Examples 70

Examples Webinar Metrics Marketing & Strategy Landing Pages 70

Choozle

APRIL 12, 2022

Before a consumer makes a purchase, they are exposed to roughly six to eight marketing touchpoints before they make a decision. So how do you follow up and make the six to eight contacts required to build trust and earn attention throughout the marketing funnel? The solution is digital ad retargeting.

Top of Funnel 63

Top of Funnel Ad Frequency Digital Marketing Funnels Funnel Advertising 63

Hubspot

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

Marketing and sales teams rely heavily on one another to drive business. After all, it’s the marketing department that generates leads, and the sales team that converts those leads to paying customers. Table of Contents How can Sales and Marketing collaborate? Let’s take a closer look with some examples: Product datasheets.

Sales Management 69

Sales Management Top of Funnel Lead Ranking Ideal Customer Profiles 69