Marketing Insider Group

APRIL 3, 2023

Marketers today have advantages that their predecessors wouldn’t have dreamed possible. Take real-time campaign tracking and monitoring, for instance. Marketing teams can see what’s happening live, enabling them to make instant adjustments. Yet marketing employees can’t take advantage of opportunities if their team efficiency is lacking. The cost of being inefficient in such a fast-paced environment is substantial.

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Contently

APRIL 4, 2023

Few things shoot fear into the heart of a marketer than the words “economic downturn.” Why? Because we know. We know that marketing will be one of the first places spending cuts will be made. Our ad budgets will be reduced, departmental positions will be reevaluated, hiring will be put on hold, and that new software or upgrade we asked for? Off the table for the foreseeable future.

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chiefmartech

APRIL 5, 2023

It’s springtime, in the Northern hemisphere, and tech stacks are blooming. Zylo, a SaaS management platform that manages over 30 million SaaS licenses for its customers — more $30 billion in SaaS spend under management — just released their 2023 SaaS Management Index report. It shares aggregate statistics across all of their customers’ SaaS tech stacks.

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SmartBug Media

APRIL 5, 2023

The term “buyer persona” has become more and more popular in the last few years. Many businesses have worked with their internal marketing team or with the help of an agency to develop their buyer personas. In this blog article, we will cover what they are, why they are important , and some good questions to ask before creating your buyer personas. Why Are Buyer Personas?

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Launch Marketing

APRIL 5, 2023

Content marketing is not a new concept but it has evolved over the years, especially in the past few. With the rise in digital content, the impact of a pandemic and many workplace changes, new content marketing trends have emerged and evolved priorities. As B2B organizations look to reach buyers in more unique and engaging ways, there are a few content marketing trends to focus on and activities to consider when planning content efforts moving forward.

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Envy

APRIL 3, 2023

Let me tell you about something that's been hiding in plain sight - LinkedIn Analytics Tool. Have you heard of it?

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Rev

APRIL 5, 2023

With the economy lagging and experts forecasting possible recessions, forward-thinking companies are looking to stimulate new revenue in new markets. In a vacuum, not a bad strategy. But many companies doing so are leaving money on the table in their current markets. If you think you’ve exhausted your market… you’re probably wrong. In fact, a recent Gartner report recommends that tech CEOs renew their sales and marketing efforts in two areas: Existing markets (where their products are proven) Ex

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Sprout Social

APRIL 4, 2023

When a brand is able to create positive buzz around their brand by just mentioning a product enhancement or product drop, you know they have a great marketing strategy behind them. But how are some brands, like Apple, able to attract new customers and elevate their positioning in the market with a simple announcement? One way is through brand advocacy.

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Marketing Insider Group

APRIL 5, 2023

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is rapidly changing the way marketers communicate and create content. As AI-generated experiences become more pervasive, it’s getting harder to tell the difference between what’s genuine and what’s automated. Brands need to focus on creating content that feels authentic and is true to their core values and beliefs.

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In the B2B marketing toolkit, white papers can be a powerful option for reaching decision-makers and experts, presenting them with interesting information that improves their perception of your organization's competence and thought leadership. That said, a poorly executed whitepaper will not only be unable to influence your desired audience but will also come with significant costs that other assets won't incur.

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Webbiquity

APRIL 4, 2023

Guest post by Mary Mathes, Alpha-Diver. The term “social media” implies connecting with others, socializing and sharing. While this is a reason one may engage with social media, from its earliest days other motives have driven users to partake. Our research among 4,000 US respondents ages 18-75 reveals that out of 10 social media platforms, only Facebook is primarily associated with serving social connection.

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SendX

APRIL 5, 2023

The digital landscape offers businesses a wide range of marketing techniques and tools. From social media marketing to search engine optimization (SEO), even small enterprises have the potential to reach global audiences. While it is often considered one of the less prominent forms of outreach, personalized mass email marketing remains a relevant, practical, and affordable method in the contemporary commercial environment.

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KoMarketing Associates

APRIL 5, 2023

As marketers look for ways to leverage content and bolster their return-on-investment (ROI), new research suggests that creating a documented strategy and allocating more budget toward this initiative can help. Semrush recently released “The State of Content Marketing” global report for 2023, and statistics suggested that the majority of content marketers who consider themselves to be “very successful” (80%) have a documented content marketing strategy.

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Vision Edge Marketing

APRIL 4, 2023

Decisions. Decisions. Decisions. It’s estimated that the average adult makes about 35,000 decisions every day. That’s about 2000 decisions per hour. In today’s business world, many of these decisions are about customers, competitors, personnel, operational, and strategic investments. Data is a crucial asset that can help any business leader make informed decisions and gain a competitive advantage.

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Webbiquity

APRIL 5, 2023

Guest post by Jonathan Liebenberg. Businesses use a variety of digital assets to streamline their day-to-day operations and enhance their online presence. From images and videos to marketing materials and social media content, these assets play a vital role in enhancing brand awareness and credibility. Image credit: George Milton on Pexels However, managing these assets can be daunting, especially for businesses with large content volumes.

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Contently

APRIL 6, 2023

Love them or hate them, buyer personas are key to creating successful marketing strategies and effective content. By understanding the needs, wants, and behaviors of your ideal customers, you can tailor your messaging and campaigns to better resonate with them. But here’s the catch: Developing buyer personas requires research, analysis, and attention to detail.

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Zoominfo

APRIL 5, 2023

It’s been more than 50 years since the first versions of email were sent across the ARPANET, and although the technology has scaled to billions of users worldwide, one thing has stayed constant: the “ user@host ” address format implemented by the original developer. That doesn’t mean reaching people has gotten any easier. As companies add and reallocate talent, enter new markets and territories, and adopt more security tools, corporate email systems are becoming increasingly complex.

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Search Engine Journal

APRIL 1, 2023

I’ve written about search engine optimization (SEO) for over 20 years. So, I wasn’t shocked when the editors asked me to refresh an article I wrote on October 21, 2020, titled “3 Strategic SEO Insights & Tactical Advice for 2021.” But looking back at what I’d written two-and-a-half years ago, I realized that my actionable insights now need to be thoroughly updated in this era of constant change.

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Speaker: Jeff Tarran, COO, Gunderson Direct & Margaret Pepe, Executive Director of Product Management, U.S. Postal Service

Learn the secrets to direct mail success for growth marketers! Industry veterans Jeff Tarran and Margaret Pepe are here to delve into how direct mail has completely evolved in recent years, and has rightfully earned a seat at the table alongside the email and digital marketing plans of SMBs, enterprise companies, and agencies as they look into strategy for 2024 and beyond.

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Martech

APRIL 6, 2023

Love it or hate it, the artificial intelligence revolution is here. People can’t stop talking about ChatGPT, OpenAI and how AI will fundamentally change the world. Marketers everywhere are obsessing over the newly discovered power of AI. Amid the jaw-dropping realizations of what AI is capable of, marketers are faced with an existential question that’s a bit daunting to consider: Is this the end of marketing as we know it?

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Ahrefs

APRIL 2, 2023

Spoiler alert: I was wrong. There has to be some merit to it though, right? Even Google’s John Mueller seems to be on board with digital PR. To learn more, I looked at dozens of sites.

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Oktopost

APRIL 6, 2023

Listen to the podcast: Or catch us on Apple Podcasts , Spotify , or YouTube. Want to hear more from renowned B2B marketing leaders? Catch all episodes here. Episode Summary Social listening is the practice of monitoring social media platforms to gather insights and gain an understanding of customer behavior and sentiment. Social listening can help businesses to improve their marketing and sales strategies by identifying customer needs, preferences, and pain points.

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Search Engine Journal

APRIL 4, 2023

Google's John Mueller explains the search engine's approach to crawling iframes and provides SEO recommendations for iframe content visibility. The post Google & iFrames: Debunking Myths, Understanding SEO Impact appeared first on Search Engine Journal.

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Navigating the waters of sustainability reporting disclosures and regulations can be intimidating, to say the least. With various measures set in motion in 2023 to keep companies accountable, there is a lot in store for brands’ impact communication in the upcoming year. 3BL is kicking off this January with our Navigating ESG Comms Through the Cosmos - Capricorn Edition by highlighting the impact of: The U.S Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Climate disclosure rules The European Commission

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Martech

APRIL 5, 2023

Are we in a recession or not? It doesn’t matter whether the national economy meets the classic definition (i.e., when a country’s gross domestic product falls in two consecutive business quarters). What our customers think matters more — and right now, they’re pretty pessimistic. Up to 91% of consumers are changing their shopping habits in response to bleak economic news, according to a new SheerID study.

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Content Marketing Institute

APRIL 5, 2023

Few marketers tap into this lesser-known, low-cost content distribution channel to exponentially increase the reach of their content with little additional work required.

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The Daily Egg

APRIL 7, 2023

Project teams constantly juggle multiple tasks, creating an administrative nightmare for project managers. From disconnected teams and time and budgetary constraints to. The post Wrike Alternatives appeared first on The Daily Egg.

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Search Engine Journal

APRIL 3, 2023

Harness the massive traffic potential of YouTube to your advantage with this guide to creating (and optimizing!) your own YouTube channel. The post How To Create And SEO Optimize Your YouTube Channel appeared first on Search Engine Journal.

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Speaker: Paul Slack, Vende Digital CEO

On October 11th, understand how to navigate the AI landscape confidently, turning insights into groundbreaking strategies that set you apart. Why attend? You'll learn: Practical applications/Use cases How to find and assess the right AI technology Prioritizing quick wins Mastering prompt engineering Solving marketing challenges efficiently Strategies to launch pilot programs Case studies of B2Bs building smarter businesses with AI Exclusive bonus content: Actionable frameworks to get started qui

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Martech

APRIL 3, 2023

Did you know that 91% of business buyers and 86% of consumers consider the company’s experience as important as its products and services? If your B2B go-to-market strategy doesn’t prioritize delivering a personalized and engaging experience for your audience, you could be missing out on potential customers and growth opportunities. Fortunately, conversational marketing can help you create the kind of experience that modern buyers expect.

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Sprout Social

APRIL 4, 2023

Most brands expect to drive engagement and generate leads with social media strategies. However, ephemeral content is often overlooked in favor of long-form and feed content to achieve these goals. If leveraged properly, ephemeral content can help you beat the algorithm and keep your brand top of mind. Let’s look at why ephemeral content works for brands, how you can use it to drive results and examples from real brands.

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The Daily Egg

APRIL 7, 2023

ReQtest is a comprehensive solution for IT teams looking for streamlined requirements management, test management, and bug-tracking capabilities. Thanks to its highly. The post ReQtest Review appeared first on The Daily Egg.

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