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Social media ROI sucks! (Or, you can prove anything if you send out a survey)

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Social distribution of content and messages isn’t considered all that effective in providing business value to companies, according to a recent analysis by Forrester Research. Following in 2nd through 7th place are paid search, email, branded communities and word-of mouth (tied), branded blogs, and online display advertising.

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PowerViews with Matt Heinz: The Quality of Marketing Leads is Abysmal

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Due to technical difficulties only Matt''s video will display during this interview.). The next PowerViews will be with Dave Stein of ES Research Group. Here is the entirety of our discussion, and below are some highlights. The Quality of Leads is Abysmal. Email: matt at heinzmarketing dot com. Twitter: @mattheinz. Stay Tuned.

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PowerViews with Tony Zambito: Buyer Predictability

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In 2002, Tony established the first buyer persona research methodology designed specifically for B2B marketing and sales. Tony feels one of the things missing in lead generation is the lack of emphasis placed on lead research. My guest today is Tony Zambito.

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Where is Marketing Going. and Growing. in 2015? [PowerViews LIVE Highlights]

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I n 2015, however, it is projected to grow slower than display advertising and search. 45% of consumers use telephones to research before buying, but when they buy online they go home to their desktop or laptop computer more frequently than buying on the telephone.

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PowerOpinions: Making Lead Scoring a Success Part 1 [Expert Advice]

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According to SiriusDecisions’ Research Brief 1 , the problem with lead scoring at many organizations is as follows: Lead scoring models are based on assumptions or inadequate sales input. I ask people who work for me to do the research and report back. A key to this trend is lead scoring. Part 2 (coming up). I am invisible to you.

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PowerViews with Josiane Feigon: Survival of the Fittest Sales Reps

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Inside sales superheroes may seem relatively rare now, but sales leaders will look for more consistent displays of superhero skills as they winnow their teams based on sales performance. Say Goodbye to “Smile and Dial”. Click to start video at this point — “No one wants to answer their phone,” Josiane says. “No

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The Skinny on Lead Nurturing - 11 Experts Weigh In (part 1 of 2)

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According to MarketingSherpa research, 64% of B2C and 48% of B2B marketers send out some automated version of this. When someone leaves their website, they’ll be able to display relevant content as the prospect reviews other sites. The welcome email. Retargeting. Increased use of video. Not everyone wants to read a long article.