Hinge Marketing

APRIL 20, 2016

Word of mouth marketing is being transformed: There was a day when networking at the country club, church or local chamber event could connect someone with prospects, and prospects could quickly investigate the reputation of a provider. Set up social media channels for content distribution: Twitter, LinkedIn, YouTube, etc.

Marketing Mix 48

Marketing Mix Work Management Marketing Management Online Marketing 48

Schubert B2B

JANUARY 2, 2018

Twitter launched 11 years ago, LinkedIn 14 years ago, Facebook 13 years ago — and you know what? But it makes sense for marketers to favor this tool because video is a unique medium. If someone is willing to broadcast their use of your product on social media, essentially a free word of mouth referral, you have something special.

Social Media 67

Social Media Trends Media B2B 67

markempa

AUGUST 29, 2007

Thats a question I know a lot of very busy B2B marketers ask themselves which is why I found Tessa Wegerts ClickZ article on " Facebook as a B2B Marketing Tool " interesting. Ive been using LinkedIn for several years because its geared more for business people. In B2B, I think our reputation matters as much as our brand.

Social Networks 120

Social Networks Lead Generation Network Marketing B2B Marketing 120

markempa

MAY 8, 2007

Ive been using Typepad to power my blog since October of 2003 and I think its a super blogging tool. Ive been using Typepad to power my blog since October of 2003 and I think its a super blogging tool. Critical Success Factor #9 Effectiveness 8 Critical Success Factors for Lead Generation 2.0 Thanks TypePad ! Thanks TypePad !

Lead Generation 120

Lead Generation Features Generation B2B Thought Leadership 120

markempa

JUNE 8, 2007

« 10 Lead Generation (Prospecting) Tips for Sales People | Main | The Physics of Trigger Events for Lead Generation » Podcast: The New Rules of Marketing & PR Interview with David Meerman Scott Before the Internet and social media tools, companies could only communicate through the filter of advertising or media ink placed by a PR firm.

PR 120

PR Rules Lead Generation B2B Thought Leadership 120

markempa

MAY 20, 2005

« Asking for referrals does more than generate leads | Main | Lead generation ROI depends on a good handoff » Lead Generation via Industry Experts Proactively building relationships with industry experts is a powerful way to generate sales leads and positive word of mouth (WOM). they need you.

Lead Generation 120

Lead Generation Ideal Customer Profiles Lead Scoring Lead Ranking 120

markempa

MAY 13, 2007

My post a few weeks ago, " On B2B Demand Generation tools and Lead Generation Dashboards ," started an email exchange between me and Jeffrey Eisenberg on the subject. Critical Success Factor #9 Effectiveness 8 Critical Success Factors for Lead Generation 2.0 Our exchange spawned an article by Bryan Eisenberg over at ClickZ.

Lead Generation 120

Lead Generation ROI Top of Funnel B2B Marketing 120

markempa

OCTOBER 6, 2006

For many B2B marketing pros (especially those in technology), a time-tested tool is the white paper. As Ive written before, Im a big proponent of educational marketing tools such as white papers because they allow you to reach people early in their buying process. Just remember, they should be EARLY in their buying process !

BtoB 120

BtoB Lead Generation Paper Generation 120

markempa

AUGUST 11, 2006

And, as my recent post about MarketingSherpa’s research shows, blogs have become a great lead generation tool for marketers. And, as my recent post about MarketingSherpa’s research shows, blogs have become a great lead generation tool for marketers.

Lead Generation 120

Lead Generation B2B Thought Leadership Generation Leads 120

markempa

JUNE 27, 2006

During this podcast, I share my thoughts on how to use technology tools like podcasts, blogs and RSS for new business development and lead generation. During this podcast, I share my thoughts on how to use technology tools like podcasts, blogs and RSS for new business development and lead generation.

Lead Generation 120

Lead Generation B2B Thought Leadership Generation Work Management 120

Convince & Convert

SEPTEMBER 22, 2010

LinkedIn – only if I have made a personal connection. I’ll have to look into the new Exact Target tool. My clients are currently set up with Constant Contact which has been trying to add more social tools- but not quite cohesive yet. I reserve email subscriptions for those I truly want to receive more from.

Social Media 135

Social Media Media Webinar Metrics Paid Search Agency 135

markempa

SEPTEMBER 29, 2006

A recent BtoB Magazine article by Carol Krol, " Copy this: Telemarketing big with Xerox " shows that, although the phone may not be as buzz worthy as other lead generation tools, it remains the backbone to successful lead generation. Critical Success Factor #9 Effectiveness 8 Critical Success Factors for Lead Generation 2.0

Telemarketing 120

Telemarketing Lead Generation Sales Qualified Leads BtoB 120

markempa

AUGUST 23, 2006

" Ive written a number of times that educational content is an important tool for lead generation. " Ive written a number of times that educational content is an important tool for lead generation. Critical Success Factor #9 Effectiveness 8 Critical Success Factors for Lead Generation 2.0

Lead Generation 120

Lead Generation Paper Sales Qualified Leads Generation 120

markempa

APRIL 19, 2007

« On B2B Demand Generation tools and Lead Generation Dashboards | Main | On Lead Nurturing: Looking for a "hot" date? Critical Success Factor #9 Effectiveness 8 Critical Success Factors for Lead Generation 2.0 Critical Success Factor #9 Effectiveness 8 Critical Success Factors for Lead Generation 2.0

Lead Generation 120

Lead Generation Generation B2B Thought Leadership Leads 120

markempa

AUGUST 16, 2006

David not only compares them to the older whitepapers, but also discusses their use as a valuable marketing and lead generation tool. David not only compares them to the older whitepapers, but also discusses their use as a valuable marketing and lead generation tool. So “get hip” and read this article.

Lead Generation 120

Lead Generation B2B Thought Leadership Generation Leads 120

markempa

JANUARY 19, 2006

Use a Web analytics tool to monitor your Web visitors. Use a Web analytics tool to monitor your Web visitors. Critical Success Factor #9 Effectiveness 8 Critical Success Factors for Lead Generation 2.0 Heres a summary of Michael Ortners eight points: 1. Understand the significance of your Web site. Use tagged URLs. Use tagged URLs.

Lead Generation 120

Lead Generation B2B Sales Sales Leads Leads 120

markempa

JUNE 7, 2005

" Bill addresses the following lead generation modalities; white papers, search (SEO), display ads, email newsletters and public relations. I agree that Blogs and RSS will continue grow in importance (as lead generation tools) but, Im not sure that they will replace any of these modalities - at least not yet.

RSS 120

RSS Lead Generation Generation B2B Thought Leadership 120

markempa

NOVEMBER 14, 2005

If you dont have a analytics tool already, you should check it out. In the task of converting inquiries to leads and ultimately in determining return on investment, your web site log files are an important tool for measuring to what extent search engine optimization is working.

Lead Generation 120

Lead Generation Analytics Generation Google 120

markempa

MARCH 28, 2005

Link: Daily Doses: Land more writing clients by taking advantage of the latest (and easiest) marketing tool. Link: Daily Doses: Land more writing clients by taking advantage of the latest (and easiest) marketing tool. Critical Success Factor #9 Effectiveness 8 Critical Success Factors for Lead Generation 2.0

Lead Generation 120

Lead Generation B2B Thought Leadership Generation Leads 120

markempa

JULY 20, 2005

It is a excellent source for insight, advice, and tools focused for service business marketers. It is a excellent source for insight, advice, and tools focused for service business marketers. Critical Success Factor #9 Effectiveness 8 Critical Success Factors for Lead Generation 2.0 Theres more information about the book at Amazon.com.

Lead Nurturing 120

Lead Nurturing Lead Generation Leads Lead 120

markempa

APRIL 3, 2005

« Word of Mouth Marketing relies on reputation not branding | Main | Are you using the Best Lead Generation Techniques? What low budget tools can we use to measure landing pages? What low budget tools can we use to measure landing pages? Show Agenda Why are landing pages such a hot topic?

Landing Pages 120

Landing Pages Lead Generation Generation Leads 120

markempa

MARCH 30, 2007

Other sources of names or lists: Trade associations Trade shows Trade conferences Standard Rate and Data Service ( SRDS ) Public libraries like HillSearch.org New social networking tools or community based contact information sharing tools such as Spoke , LinkedIn and Jigsaw.

Lead Generation 120

Lead Generation Ideal Customer Profiles Generation Lead Scoring 120

markempa

DECEMBER 21, 2006

How about concentrating budget dollars on better measurement tools for sales and marketing, process mapping or outside services to qualify and manage leads and capture and report on results? Critical Success Factor #9 Effectiveness 8 Critical Success Factors for Lead Generation 2.0

Budget Programs 120

Budget Programs Lead Generation B2B Sales Sales Qualified Leads 120

markempa

MAY 23, 2005

Relevant content builds credibility, generates positive word of mouth (wom) and creates a buzz for future events. Collect and Use Feedback Make sure you collect feedback both during and after the event via on-line survey tools like surveymonkey. The results. Tips on how to effectively promote your events. The results.

Webcast 120

Webcast Lead Generation Webinar Metrics ROI 120

markempa

OCTOBER 22, 2005

Critical Success Factor #9 Effectiveness 8 Critical Success Factors for Lead Generation 2.0 Call for speakers: MarketingSherpa’s B2B Marketing Summit 5 dials to tune in your lead generation process Recent Comments Copyright This work is licensed under a Creative Commons License.

Telemarketing 120

Telemarketing Lead Generation Tactics Generation 120

markempa

JUNE 14, 2006

Your thought-leading content can be a lead generation tool, but only if it is easily accessed. Your thought-leading content can be a lead generation tool, but only if it is easily accessed. Critical Success Factor #9 Effectiveness 8 Critical Success Factors for Lead Generation 2.0

B2B Sales 120

B2B Sales Lead Generation Lead Scoring Lead Ranking 120

markempa

APRIL 6, 2006

« Best Practices in Demand Generation | Main | Personal lead generation tools » Lead generation with Podcasts The audience for podcasts is tiny, when compared to other marketing mediums, but growing especially, in the context of the complex sale.

Lead Generation 120

Lead Generation Generation Leads Lead 120

markempa

JUNE 9, 2005

« Using thought leader content as a lead generation tool | Main | Why dont sales people update the CRM and what can be done about it? Critical Success Factor #9 Effectiveness 8 Critical Success Factors for Lead Generation 2.0 Critical Success Factor #9 Effectiveness 8 Critical Success Factors for Lead Generation 2.0

Lead Generation 120

Lead Generation Customer Surveys Peer-to-peer B2B Marketing 120

markempa

JUNE 13, 2007

To begin collecting trigger events, Id start with using free tools like the following: Technorati watchlists Google news alerts via email Yahoo! As your sophistication grows, you will be ready to look into third party tools that specialize in tracking trigger events. RSS feeds & via email Don’t try to do everything at once.

Lead Generation 120

Lead Generation Ideal Customer Profiles Generation Leads 120

markempa

JUNE 7, 2005

DeLegges interview with Carl Howe comes to the same conclusion, “As more companies begin to see marketing as a quantitative business tool as opposed to a black art,” observed Howe, “ attitudes towards marketing will improve and marketing spending will increase.”

Lead Generation 120

Lead Generation Budget Programs Marketing Budget Lead Scoring 120

Convince & Convert

SEPTEMBER 7, 2010

There are a few sections devoted to the mechanics of Twitter, Facebook, Linkedin, and other social media operational specifics. It’s a boullabaise of advice and observations on social media, viral marketing, and customer experience, with a side order of social media how-to.

Social Media 115

Social Media Media Paid Search Agency Peer-to-peer 115

markempa

MAY 18, 2007

Analyze competitive information, and develop a SWOT (strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, threats) Improve relevance of sales tools and marketing materials with sales input. Critical Success Factor #9 Effectiveness 8 Critical Success Factors for Lead Generation 2.0 Do your lead generation messaging align with your target audiences needs?

Lead Generation 120

Lead Generation B2B Sales B2B Marketing Lead Scoring 120

markempa

JULY 13, 2006

Also see: Using Thought Leading Content as a Lead Generation Tool Podcasts are a great way to share your thought leading content which is why I found this report by KnowledgeStorm and Universal McCann very compelling. Critical Success Factor #9 Effectiveness 8 Critical Success Factors for Lead Generation 2.0

Lead Generation 120

Lead Generation Purchase B2B Thought Leadership Generation 120

Convince & Convert

FEBRUARY 19, 2010

Then Linkedin. And More… Although I’m not using it presently, you can also configure your NutshellMail to include Linkedin and MySpace content, as well as updates from the Ning groups of which you are a member. You run over to check your Twitter account. Then you dash to Facebook to see what’s going on there.

Social Media 115

Social Media Media Paid Search Agency PR 115

Convince & Convert

FEBRUARY 10, 2010

And that’s the premise behind Flowtown , one of the most exciting new social media tools I’ve seen in months. “Should we be on Twitter, or Facebook, or Linkedin, or YouTube, or some other places?&# “We want to give SMB a complete tool to allow them to move the needle on the 20% of social media that matters.&#

Social Media 127

Social Media Email Marketing Social Marketing Paid Search Agency 127

markempa

JULY 7, 2006

Critical Success Factor #9 Effectiveness 8 Critical Success Factors for Lead Generation 2.0 Call for speakers: MarketingSherpa’s B2B Marketing Summit 5 dials to tune in your lead generation process Recent Comments Copyright This work is licensed under a Creative Commons License.

Lead Generation 120

Lead Generation Sales Qualified Leads Generation Leads 120

markempa

NOVEMBER 10, 2005

Using Thought Leader Content as a Lead Generation Tool FREE lead generation consultation from InTouch Just Tell Us How To Contact You First and Last Name Company Email Telephone Ext. Critical Success Factor #9 Effectiveness 8 Critical Success Factors for Lead Generation 2.0 Okay, lets get going.” Okay, lets get going.”

Sales Cycle 120

Sales Cycle Lead Generation B2B Sales Leads 120