The Point

MAY 17, 2021

Whatever demand gen channels you use to generate marketing leads, there’s value in always promoting a mix of content and other offers that span the entire buying cycle: early-stage, mid-stage, and late-stage. The Risks of Over-Reliance on Late-Stage Content Click To Tweet.

Marketing Management 207

Marketing Management Paid Search Agency Buying Cycle Demand Generation Agencies 207

Oktopost

JUNE 4, 2024

You’ll find one element in every B2B marketing success story: a high-quality lead is a lead that has true potential to convert. Generating high-quality leads is what all your marketing efforts come down to, and a lead generation landing page is a pivotal moment in the journey down your sales funnel.

Landing Pages 62

Landing Pages Lead Generation Paid Content Lead Scoring 62

Adobe Experience Cloud Blog

JULY 6, 2018

Congratulations, you have just gotten budget approval to launch a new social media campaign. As a marketer, you’re always looking for ways to impact the bottom line and what better way to do that than by creating a steady stream of potential new customers. While a high quantity of leads can undoubtedly be good, it’s not enough.

Sales Qualified Leads 134

Sales Qualified Leads Lead Scoring Lead Ranking Generation 134

Inbox Insight

OCTOBER 19, 2023

In the realm of Account-Based Marketing (ABM), two terms frequently arise that B2B marketers often struggle to comprehend – demand generation and lead generation. While these two concepts may seem interchangeable, they in fact serve unique roles in any B2B marketing strategy.

Demand Generation 105

Demand Generation Demand Generation Agencies Lead Generation Demand 105

Sprout Social

FEBRUARY 6, 2023

With so many competing social media ecosystems, it can be overwhelming to keep track of all the features. But we’ll discuss the common social media features brands benefit from the most and a few untapped features to consider. We’ll also explain the criteria brands can follow to decide which social media app to invest in.

Social Media 96

Social Media Features Media Curation 96

The Point

NOVEMBER 27, 2018

Social media may be a hot topic in B2B marketing circles, but most of that buzz focuses on the role of social media advertising. After all, as earned media, the “cost” of organic social is basically zero. Are B2B marketers ignoring a huge opportunity? HS) Social media advertising has taken off lately.

Top of Funnel 203

Top of Funnel Demand Generation Agencies Demand Generation Lead Scoring 203

Oktopost

JULY 15, 2020

For the longest time, LinkedIn had a reputation as a site for networking and job searching. Not a bad zinger, but here we are four years later and LinkedIn is widely acknowledged as an invaluable resource not just for headhunters and job seekers, but for marketers and sales professionals too. Consider: You get more leads.

Lead Generation 148

Lead Generation Top of Funnel Linkedin Lead Scoring 148

Valasys

AUGUST 18, 2020

According to LinkedIn, 80% of B2B leads coming from social media are generated by LinkedIn. Using LinkedIn as a marketing platform gives businesses an opportunity to communicate with their networks and find their clients as well. Steps to Use LinkedIn Effectively for Lead Generation. Use eBooks and Whitepapers.

Paid Content 98

Paid Content Lead Generation Linkedin Sales Qualified Leads 98

KoMarketing Associates

APRIL 7, 2021

2020 was a tough year for B2B marketers – and everyone else. A few B2B marketing strategies did particularly well in 2020, and demand generation was one of them. For the marketers who were able to pivot quickly, many B2B demand generation best practices helped to ease the pain of 2020. But there were some bright spots.

Demand Generation Agencies 236

Demand Generation Agencies Demand Generation Demand Marketing Budget 236

Contently

JULY 15, 2019

I recently wrote about the many natures of marketing , including brand awareness and short-term sales activation (or lead gen, as we B2B marketers call it) and the role of content within an overall marketing strategy. At least, this is what I—and most marketers—thought. What exactly happened?

Top of Funnel 167

Top of Funnel Marketing & Strategy Buyer's Journey Content 167

Only B2B

DECEMBER 29, 2022

Our attention in 2022 was on: Making the most out of current economic situation Expanding our value-driven marketing strategy. Your business relies on generating qualified leads and making sales. So what lead generation tactics will bring you the most leads in 2023. Content Marketing. Produce more leads.

B2B Marketing 126

B2B Marketing Trends Planning Paid Search Agency 126

sagefrog

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

Many industries are marked by rapid technological advancements, changing regulations, and increased competition and standing out in a crowded market has never been more challenging—or critical. The key to thriving is a multifaceted marketing strategy that aligns with your brand’s core values and resonates with your target audience.

Ideal Customer Profiles 52

Ideal Customer Profiles Paid Content Webinar Metrics Marketing Strategy 52

Go Beyond SEO

MAY 31, 2018

What can you accomplish by using LinkedIn to market your business? LinkedIn is the only social media networking site of its kind which targets business professionals. Additionally, 4 out of 5 of LinkedIn members are decision-makers in their company and according to a LinkedIn study, it is the number one platform for lead generation.

Paid Content 104

Paid Content Linkedin Paid Search Agency Advertising Agencies 104

Sprout Social

SEPTEMBER 24, 2020

At 706+ million users in 200+ countries, LinkedIn is one of the most used social media platforms for making connections. While it used to be primarily used for recruitment, it’s also now used for sharing content and maintaining professional relationships. Having an updated profile will only enhance your lead generation strategy.

Paid Content 142

Paid Content Linkedin Tips Work Management 142

Content Marketing Institute

JULY 24, 2018

What would you do if your boss unexpectedly increased your annual content marketing budget? We asked the presenters at Content Marketing World 2018 to share what they would do. 50,000: Engage with an industry-specific freelance writer or visual content creator to enhance the content around a strategic business message.

Marketing Budget Creation 106

Marketing Budget Creation Paid Content Marketing Budget Budget Programs 106

Only B2B

MARCH 10, 2022

If you’re serious about growing your business, you’ll need a robust lead generating strategy. Processes bring marketing and sales teams together and provide salespeople with a tried-and-true structure to follow. Step 1: Look For B2B Leads. Step 2: Contacting Potential Leads. But what do these measures entail?

Lead Generation 118

Lead Generation Sales Management Paid Content Sales Qualified Leads 118

KoMarketing Associates

JANUARY 27, 2014

While most businesses have laid out their marketing strategy and set their budgets, some of the latest facts and figures may have them rethinking current initiatives. From mobile marketing to content curation and revenue data, here are six statistics B2B marketers must pay attention to in 2014: 1. For the other 61.4%

B2B Marketing 120

B2B Marketing Stats Planning Curation 120

Inbox Insight

NOVEMBER 17, 2020

Intent data can be used to drive B2B marketing efforts through a multi- or omni-channel strategy, giving you invaluable insight into what prospects are about to do next. Not only should marketers be capturing intent data across every channel, but they should be applying insight to make these channels convert seamlessly.

Demand Generation 98

Demand Generation Advertising Channels Multi-Channel Intent Data 98

Webbiquity

JANUARY 2, 2013

With 92% of companies now incorporating social media into their marketing efforts, it’s no longer sufficient to just “be there” on social networks. The first step to improving digital marketing results is to understand the emerging trends and best practices. 25 Social Media Facts and Statistics.

Paid Content 100

Paid Content Stats Social Media Paid Search Agency 100

Velocity Partners

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

Jon Miller recently said that the B2B go-to-market playbook is kaput. That’s the same Jon Miller who practically invented that playbook at the dawn of inbound marketing. But an obsession with sales activation strategies frequently bites B2B marketing teams on the backside. That Jon Miller. Growth is harder than ever to deliver.

Sales Management 76

Sales Management Top of Funnel Work Management Brand Identity 76

Binary Demand

MAY 30, 2023

Impressive Stats Before moving on to the remainder of the list, here are the top six lead generating statistics for 2022: 50% of marketers prioritize lead generation in their marketing operations Organizations produce an average of 1,877 leads per month The average cost per lead across all sectors is 198.44

Lead Generation 98

Lead Generation Paid Search Agency Sales Qualified Leads Marketing Budget 98

Binary Demand

MAY 30, 2023

Impressive Stats Before moving on to the remainder of the list, here are the top six lead generating statistics for 2022: 50% of marketers prioritize lead generation in their marketing operations Organizations produce an average of 1,877 leads per month The average cost per lead across all sectors is 198.44

Lead Generation 98

Lead Generation Paid Search Agency Sales Qualified Leads Marketing Budget 98

Contently

JUNE 29, 2017

Welcome to a special Fourth of July edition of Ask a Content Strategist, where I finally answer the question: What’s the ROI of wearing an American Flag romper all weekend in the Hamptons? So, how do you—or others—use article content to influence leads in the B2B process? I’ve lightly edited our exchange.

Top of Funnel 164

Top of Funnel Lead Ranking Lead Scoring Multi-Touch Attribution 164

The Point

NOVEMBER 12, 2019

If you could layer third-party intent data into every lead gen program you run, would you do it? In other words, would you only ever want marketing leads from prospects pre-determined to be actively researching your category, solution, use case, etc.? My argument: no, you wouldn’t. . No, they won’t.

Intent Data 149

Intent Data Demand Generation Agencies Intent Paid Social Agency 149

Go Beyond SEO

MAY 31, 2018

What can you accomplish by using LinkedIn to market your business? LinkedIn is the only social media networking site of its kind which targets business professionals. Additionally, 4 out of 5 of LinkedIn members are decision-makers in their company and according to a LinkedIn study, it is the number one platform for lead generation.

Paid Content 60

Paid Content Linkedin Paid Search Agency Advertising Agencies 60

Metadata

NOVEMBER 16, 2017

The search marketing secret sauce. Search marketing remains one of the most profitable sources of lead generation and customer acquisition or as it’s commonly known in the B2B space: “demand generation” available on the market. The secret sauce in search marketing lies in customer intent.

Search Marketing 40

Search Marketing Paid Search Agency Top of Funnel Peer-to-peer 40

markempa

MARCH 17, 2014

Tweet I was recently reading your blog “ Lead Generation: Who knows the customer better – Marketing or Sales? It’s been really fascinating to me to try and figure all this sales and qualifying a lead thing out. I’ll focus on some fundamental questions you should answer as you craft your lead gen program.

Lead Generation 120

Lead Generation Sales Qualified Leads Lead Ranking Sales Management 120

EveryoneSocial

JANUARY 26, 2021

People are spending more time on social media and relying on their networks for recommendations and reviews of products and services. In fact, 75% of B2B buyers use social media to make purchasing decisions. Best B2B Social Media Strategies. Define goals.

Social Media 62

Social Media Sales Management Media Marketing & Strategy 62

New North

MAY 8, 2023

The primary metric of interest in any meaningful B2B marketing strategy effort will always be generating leads. But many B2B businesses struggle to find their momentum when it comes to successful lead generation via digital marketing. If you’re an MSP in the early stages of defining a lead gen strategy?

Lead Generation 52

Lead Generation Ideal Customer Profiles Sales Qualified Leads Lead Ranking 52

Directive Agency

JUNE 24, 2020

In a recent interview with our Director of Marketing, Hannah Mans, she outlines the successes that Directive has found with LinkedIn conversation ads. Conversations ads were launched by LinkedIn back in March of 2020, and since then has been an important topic of conversation (no pun intended). What do conversation ads do?

Linkedin 52

Linkedin Paid Search Agency Conversion Ads 52

Brandpoint

SEPTEMBER 17, 2020

Optimizing your landing pages — whether it’s your main homepage or specific product pages — is how you can draw people in through unbranded searches and eventually get them to contact you. However, a poorly optimized website can be one of the biggest liabilities in your marketing practice. Everything you do should be customer-first.

Lead Generation 118

Lead Generation Lead Ranking Ideal Customer Profiles Marketing Qualified Leads 118

MKT1

FEBRUARY 8, 2023

Back in August, I tweeted one of my deepest, darkest marketing secrets, I hadn’t yet developed definitive definitions of growth marketing and demand generation. I included growth marketing, but knew I could provide more clarity on this part of the marketing org. 8 months later, and I’m ready.

Growth Marketing 69

Growth Marketing Organization Marketing Analytics Tools B2B Marketing 69

Martech

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

Unlike paid media, which is overwhelmingly purchased programmatically today, B2B lead generation remains full of manual processes and hampered by inefficiencies. Think about how your organization deploys its B2B marketing tactics. Display ads are scalable, but they’re often terribly inefficient as you scale.

Lead Gen 95

Lead Gen Paid Content Cost per Lead Sales Management 95

BenchmarkONE

AUGUST 18, 2021

Every other function and activity exists to keep these aspects content and thriving. Creating this relationship is crucial for any business – and lead generation is an essential part of this process. Then, look through the content you already have (or create new content) that ties into those concerns and questions. .

Sales Qualified Leads 97

Sales Qualified Leads High Quality Lead Top of Funnel Sales Leads 97

markempa

DECEMBER 30, 2013

Tweet As the holiday season quickly approaches an end, and marketers prepare to make 2014 their best year yet, we pulled together the top blog posts on the B2B Lead Roundtable Blog to share the most popular topics, chosen by marketers just like you. Use social media to generate leads and connect with prospects.

Lead Ranking 120

Lead Ranking B2B Marketing Lead Scoring Lead Gen 120

EveryoneSocial

AUGUST 27, 2018

Below, you’ll find the very best stats that apply to marketing, sales, human resources, and internal communications. You probably have noticed more publications, companies, and even experts in marketing or sales talking more about the power of employee advocacy. Employee Advocacy Stats for Marketing. Statusbrew ). LinkedIn ).

Statistics 99

Statistics Paid Content Peer-to-peer Stats 99

Webbiquity

MARCH 19, 2024

With a community of two billion monthly users, 90% of whom are used to communicating with brands in-app, Instagram has become one of the most effective marketing channels for B2C companies. Image credit: Georgia de Lotz on Unsplash At the same time, practically every B2B marketer has been wondering about the best social media platforms.

Paid Search Agency 190

Paid Search Agency VALS Ads Practices 190