SmartBrief - Marketing

MARCH 4, 2024

In part one of our three-part series on email newsletter best practices, we addressed core foundational elements of an effective email newsletter , including compelling statistics, defining your goals and audiences and how to use competitive benchmarking to inform the overall email newsletter strategy.

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Zoominfo

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

The rapid rise of generative AI has become the most captivating trend in the tech industry today. Prompted by predictions of massive economic impact and the disruption of multiple industries, professionals in many fields are assessing how this new breed of AI tools will complement and complicate their working lives.

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Webbiquity

MARCH 16, 2020

Marketing and sales are more connected (or at least, they should be aligned ) than ever. But Sales Nav is powerful for B2B marketing, too. Even though it’s geared toward salespeople, it has tools perfect for marketing. Imagine how useful this could be for your next B2B marketing campaign. Guest post by Brooklin Nash.

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B2BMarketing.net

APRIL 26, 2024

In an era defined by shifting buying group dynamics and an ever-expanding digital landscape, the role of the chief marketing officer (CMO) is undergoing a profound transformation. This shift in focus calls for a re-evaluation of marketing strategies and a realignment of priorities.

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Marketing Insider Group

MAY 4, 2021

Creating and publishing content are only the beginning. That’s the process of content amplification, and there are many ways to achieve it. It’s not just one strategy; it’s a combination of many channels and tactics, all of which you can seamlessly carry out with content amplification tools. Email marketing is another option.

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Martech

DECEMBER 21, 2023

This article outlines four steps essential to undertake at the start of your go-to-market effort before you even mention your product. They are the basis of a powerful GTM plan that builds unmatched market impact and unlimited revenue potential. ” Your ad, email, message, etc., Nail your value proposition. Don’t do that.

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Martech

MARCH 22, 2024

As organizations continue embracing AI-driven approaches, marketing leaders should be empowered to push the boundaries of innovation and drive better results with less manual, time-consuming effort — but it requires thinking beyond basic applications. Dig deeper: 9 best practices for AI tools in content creation 2.

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Martech

APRIL 12, 2024

The current business environment — increasingly omnichannel but with a heavy reliance on digital — requires successful marketers to capture, analyze and leverage data to deliver timely personalized interactions across every customer touchpoint. It employs specialized teams to handle regulated markets such as financial services.

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Trade Press Services Newsletter

OCTOBER 6, 2022

2023 is just around the corner and now is the perfect time to prepare your strategic marketing plan for the coming year. Although a documented strategy is a key indicator of marketing success, only 41 percent of B2B marketers take the time to develop a written plan.

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Marketing Insider Group

JUNE 2, 2021

Content marketing is one of the fastest-growing professions in the business world today. This beginners’ course in content marketing will take you from the bare basics to having marketable skills that can help you command a better salary or grow your business. Why Should I Learn Content Marketing?

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Martech

MARCH 13, 2024

Today’s AI applications In our marketing organization, we’re using AI in various areas, including copywriting, image generation, ideation, mood boards, tagging metadata and storyboards. Mood boards, for instance, are visual collages essential for conveying a marketing campaign’s desired aesthetic and emotional tone.

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Salesforce Marketing Cloud

DECEMBER 8, 2023

Companies have so many ways to connect with customers now, but it’s still hard to beat a well-written, well-timed email. In our latest research, 93% of people surveyed said that email was their primary channel for engaging with companies. What is email marketing and why does it matter? Is email marketing easy?

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Zoominfo

MARCH 6, 2021

When you get customer segmentation right, you not only show leads content that makes sense to them, but you get your audiences excited about buying from you. Customer segmentation is a marketing strategy that organizes buyers into groups. Marketers then use this information to guide their lead nurturing campaigns and GTM strategies.

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Trade Press Services

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

For many years, “creating enough content” was cited by marketers responding to the Content Marketing Institute’s annual State of Marketing survey as their top challenge. In 2024, however, the top challenge for marketers has changed. Decision makers need content to stay informed.

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sagefrog

APRIL 16, 2024

To the uninitiated, B2B marketing may appear to be a smattering of strategies and tactics coming together in an everything-but-the-kitchen-sink-style soup. They give you valuable insight into your audience and provide a roadmap and foundation for your marketing efforts.

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Navigate the Channel

JULY 13, 2023

Email service provider Constant Contact is currently keeping data on some 200 million monthly emails sent by customers who use its platform, including open rates, click rates and bounce rates. The numbers are broken down by industry to make comparisons easier. That’s why email is such an important channel.”

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Martech

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

Marketers now have a blueprint to adopt new AI technology thanks to Shawn Goodin, principal martech strategist at technology services and digital transformation leader Capgemini. Goodin unveiled the marketing AI blueprint in a keynote that kicked off Day 2 of The MarTech Conference. Foundation layer. Image: Capgemini.

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Martech

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

Content creators and influencers are now achieving the same level of engagement once reserved for traditional advertising methods like billboards, print ads and TV commercials. They’re captivating millions with content that deeply connects with their followers.

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Only B2B

APRIL 17, 2024

Streamlined Sales Pipeline Targeted Outreach: Appointment setters possess industry knowledge and understand your ideal customer profile, enabling them to conduct personalized outreach to decision-makers. Their understanding of market trends facilitates lead nurturing and significantly boosts your sales conversions.

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Binary Demand

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

[ps2id id=’Introduction’ target=”/]Based on a recent HubSpot report, 35% of surveyed marketers prioritized B2B demand generation activities in 2022, indicating a noticeable shift from tactical demand generation to a more strategic approach in the current and future of B2B demand generation marketing.

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Heinz Marketing

JANUARY 31, 2023

By Maria Geokezas , Chief Operating Officer at Heinz Marketing This article will look at the three foundations of efficient growth you can focus on right now that will help your business not only survive tough times but come back stronger when the market rebounds. But all those oversights quickly add up when every cent counts.

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Valasys

APRIL 22, 2024

Lead Generation Techniques Lead generation is the foundation of any effective marketing strategy. Content marketing , social media campaigns, and SEO optimization are all utilized to attract potential customers and convert them into leads. Scraped data can reveal industry trends and competitor insights.

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Contently

JANUARY 26, 2023

Any organization can deliver thought leadership content if it has a system for generating ideas and a process for turning them into engaging assets. The good news is that many companies have already cracked the thought leadership code using strategies that content marketers can emulate. Those ideas can really move the needle.

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Animalz blog

MARCH 21, 2024

A few years back, I mentioned to John Collins, then content director at Intercom, how much Animalz customers admired their blog. John’s quip summed up what so few seem to understand about content strategy: You must be able to afford your own approach. But a lot has changed in the content world since then.

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Martech

MAY 2, 2023

On May 2, designated as International Martech Day, Scott Brinker unveiled the latest edition of his marketing technology landscape. One new feature launched alongside the landscape is the Marketing Technology Capability Heatmap. ” Dig deeper: Why marketers are replacing foundational martech Other key trends.

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Binary Demand

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

Data’s secrets unravel, crafting precise marketing strategies that create trends and seize opportunities with impeccable timing. They dive into a sea of data sources – websites, social media, and emails – sculpting nuanced prospect profiles for laser-focused engagement. But AI’s influence doesn’t stop there.

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SmartBug Media

FEBRUARY 2, 2023

Email is one of the most versatile marketing channels: It allows businesses to connect and stay in touch with customers, tell the story of the brand, promote new products, serve as a major revenue driver. Email is a personal channel that most people check multiple times per day. Campaign emails. the list goes on.

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Navigate the Channel

JANUARY 3, 2024

Email marketing is a powerful tool for businesses to reach their audience, build relationships, and drive revenue. But to harness its full potential, you must contend with the most common email marketing mistakes. Quality email lists are essential for successful campaigns. Trust us on this one.

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Circle Studio

NOVEMBER 23, 2021

As we approach the end of 2021, it’s time to look at key 2022 B2B marketing trends that will emerge in the year ahead. As we have seen in previous years, 2022 will reflect the ongoing evolution of many B2B marketing trends. Additionally, B2C marketing’s influence on the B2B world will continue to be significant.

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Anyword

APRIL 18, 2024

The Customer’s Challenge: Scaling Content Without Losing Their Brand’s Soul Our customer, a leading enterprise software company, needed a responsible way to scale content quickly. “We Given this wealth of potential content, the team needed a tool that would speed up content production and ensure brand integrity at every step.

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Top Rank Marketing

JANUARY 31, 2024

B2B marketers who wish to optimize their social media spend should first invest in understanding the intrinsic link between these platforms and their users. The state of B2B social media marketing 2023 saw a 20% increase in social media marketing investment by B2B marketers. Personalization : Customization is key.

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Martech

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

For marketers, this shift poses a crucial question: How can brands engage with – and learn from – these groups without intruding on their space? Benefits for brands and marketers Engaging with micro-communities offers brands and marketers significant benefits beyond the social connections that come from the environment.

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Martech

OCTOBER 30, 2023

Personalization is not just a marketing buzzword. It has come a long way from its origins in the 1990s and is now powered by advanced technology, behavioral data and a plethora of marketing tools. However, as personalization becomes a baseline expectation for consumers, it presents new challenges for chief marketing officers (CMOs).

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Heinz Marketing

JANUARY 23, 2024

By Michelle Voznyuk , Marketing Specialist at Heinz Marketing In the business world today, there’s a noticeable shift from old-school, product-focused strategies to ones that emphasize customer needs at every step. This method is grounded in the continuous analysis of customer behavior and market trends as they happen.

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Top Rank Marketing

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

Creating and managing a carefully planned B2B marketing approach is crucial for businesses aiming to achieve continuous expansion in a fiercely competitive digital marketing environment. In this guide, we will go over a step-by-step process for how to develop a B2B marketing strategy.

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Navigate the Channel

DECEMBER 15, 2023

One powerful strategy that has emerged as a game-changer is content marketing. In this article, we will explore why content marketing is crucial and how you can effectively incorporate it into your overall business strategy. Here’s why setting specific goals is paramount: 1.

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Stevens & Tate

NOVEMBER 13, 2022

As a homebuilder in an increasingly competitive market, getting ahead with your real estate marketing plan will give you an advantage on your competition and increase your value as a contractor. In much the same way you leverage creativity in your trade, you must be creative when it comes to your marketing. Social Media.

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