Act-On

APRIL 29, 2024

Lead scoring is a process and a framework, not a tool — but technology makes it possible to implement at scale. Lead scoring tools for marketing can help you build better relationships with prospective cusotmers. You can also use lead scores to deliver more relevant and targeted marketing campaigns.

Lead Ranking 167

Lead Ranking Lead Scoring Marketing Automation Services Marketing Qualified Leads 167

Zoominfo

OCTOBER 21, 2021

Every business needs to fill its sales funnel with qualified leads, convert those leads into customers, and retain paying customers for the long term. What makes the difference between a high-performing sales funnel and one that isn’t ready for the needs of a modern B2B sales motion?

Sales Management 130

Sales Management Top of Funnel Sales Qualified Leads Work Management 130

Marketing Craftmanship

JULY 10, 2023

Providing all employees with basic marketing and sales skills can help your B2B firm to grow and succeed. From the front desk to the corner office, “Every Employee a Sales Rep” should be fully ingrained as part of your company’s operating culture.

B2B Sales 130

B2B Sales Cross-Selling Work Management B2B 130

ANNUITAS

JANUARY 19, 2022

Research shows that 99% of B2B buyers would both make a new purchase and complete a renewal in an end-to-end digital service model. Additionally, a majority of respondents are very comfortable spending $50k or more entirely through self-service channels. It’s clear: Buyers want a self-service purchasing option.

Sales Management 130

Sales Management Lead Ranking Work Management Marketing Management 130

Rev

MAY 31, 2023

Lead management isn’t a totally new idea, especially in the demand gen world. But, as your business grows and scales, you’ll need to make sure everyone understands what it is so they can follow the process you’ve built. What is lead management? It’s the common thread running through every marketing program and tactic.

Sales Management 78

Sales Management Lead Management Lead Scoring Lead Ranking 78

Martech

MARCH 1, 2024

Customer retention is becoming more of a priority for B2B marketers lately. As buying shifts online and marketing takes on some traditional sales roles, retaining existing customers is essential for driving growth and profits. Sagefrog’s 2023 report , amazingly, listed customer retention as B2B marketers’ number two priority. (It

Tactics 120

Tactics Work Management B2B Marketing Marketing Management 120

TrustRadius Marketing

OCTOBER 27, 2022

One of the biggest professional commitments is the marriage between a vendor and a buyer. The software your team needs comes with a vendor relationship you’re going to foster, and like in real marriage you need to choose the right one. What is the Vendor Selection Process? Our Tips For Vendor Selection Criteria.

Enterprise Management 98

Enterprise Management Work Management Vendors Budget Programs 98

Hubspot

MAY 27, 2024

We all know the “obvious” traits high-performing sales reps exhibit. insight you can only find at a revolutionary publication that supplements an esteemed legacy with a funky, devil-may-care edge — in short, you're looking for what The HubSpot Sales Blog has to offer, baby! 7 "Under-the-Radar" Traits of Top-Selling Sales Reps 1.

Peer-to-peer 67

Peer-to-peer Work Management Storytelling Marketing Management 67

Hubspot

APRIL 12, 2023

When assessing your team’s performance, sales activities offer crucial metrics. That includes the number of sales calls, VP-level meetings, new qualified opportunities, and so on. With proper sales activity management, you can influence sales objectives and business results.

Work Management 85

Work Management Marketing Management Activities Marketing Proposals 85

Martech

MAY 29, 2024

How should marketers approach the daunting task of reining in and improving the marketing funnel? Recently at The MarTech Conference , two marketing leaders discussed this precise task. What they discovered was that marketers need to understand all facets of the funnel and have data ready to make decisions.

Top of Funnel 110

Top of Funnel Marketing Funnels Lead Ranking Marketing Qualified Leads 110

LeanData

APRIL 11, 2023

Make the wrong software decision, and your professional reputation is on the line. Like the good friend who told you not to buy that boat, we’ve identified some pitfalls to avoid as you evaluate different vendors. Here are the six red flags to watch for when investigating lead management software.

Marketing Management 52

Marketing Management Marketing Automation Services Lead Management Purchase 52

ClickDimensions

JANUARY 9, 2024

A well-managed sales pipeline is the lifeblood of any successful sales operation. Small to medium sized businesses (SMBs) with well-defined sales processes and effective pipeline management experience an 18% increase in revenue growth compared to those without. However, it’s not without its challenges.

Work Management 109

Work Management Marketing Management Allocation SMB 109

Martech

DECEMBER 12, 2023

After attending the recent MarketingOperations.com conference (MOps-Apalooza), my cofounder Tyler remarked, “If I had a dollar for every time I heard someone at MOps-Apalooza say something about companies buying software that they never fully implemented, I think my ticket for next year’s conference would be paid for.”

Work Management 124

Work Management Marketing Management Budget Programs Software 124

Martech

JUNE 4, 2024

The conference showcases SAP’s main line of business which remains enterprise ERP software and the headline news is the extension of SAP’s AI copilot Joule throughout its enterprise platform and business applications. Among other things, Joule is designed to help with financial processes, sourcing and procurement and HR.

Enterprise Management 98

Enterprise Management Marketing Management Conference Paid Search Agency 98

Martech

DECEMBER 7, 2021

Once you have determined that marketing work management software makes sense for your business and have spent time researching individual vendors, it’s time to schedule demos with your selected vendors. Whether the vendor seems to understand your business and your needs.

Work Management 94

Work Management Enterprise Management Digital Asset Management Marketing Management 94

SalesIntel

DECEMBER 6, 2023

To skyrocket the numbers, sales reps make use of various sales tools available in the market. Some of them are free while others are paid – but all bring in enormous value to the sales process. Investing in a random sales tool is a waste of time, money and effort. What are Sales Tools?

Marketing Automation Services 97

Marketing Automation Services B2B Sales Enterprise Management Work Management 97

Martech

APRIL 23, 2024

Have you sensed that your martech solution or vendor is losing interest? Marketers understand that not all of their relationships are perfect. Have you outgrown your current solution? However, your vendor could begin tailoring their solutions to a smaller market.

Enterprise Management 92

Enterprise Management Work Management Marketing Management Vendors 92

Martech

JANUARY 16, 2024

Google Ads customer service has plummeted to an unacceptable all-time low, according to marketers. From incorrect account suspensions to sales calls “aggressively” pushing automation to confusion over the platform’s products, advertisers are exasperated by the lack of help from Google. The whole process has been brutal.

Paid Search Agency 113

Paid Search Agency Work Management Marketing Management Advertising Agencies 113

Martech

JUNE 10, 2024

See more about how marketers are using MarTechBot here. I am the first generative AI chatbot for marketing technology professionals. Prompt: Consistent high engagement rates across multi-channel campaigns (email+Linkedin) for a B2B IT services company, but failed to generate inquiries/meetings/free consultations/free assessments, etc.

Top of Funnel 90

Top of Funnel Lead Ranking Lead Scoring Sales Qualified Leads 90

Adobe Experience Cloud Blog

JANUARY 22, 2020

The middle of the demand generation funnel receives way less attention than it deserves. At the top of the funnel, marketing increases traffic and fills the database with new leads through paid ads, social media, search, referral programs, and a variety of other channels. What exactly is the middle of the funnel?

Top of Funnel 160

Top of Funnel Lead Ranking Sales Qualified Leads Marketing Qualified Leads 160

Martech

DECEMBER 21, 2022

Effective marketing management can help your organization achieve key objectives for your business. For example, your brand might want to gain exposure, improve revenue, or break into new markets. In a highly competitive environment, effective marketing management helps you to remain competitive.

Enterprise Management 100

Enterprise Management Work Management Marketing Management Planning 100

Martech

JUNE 3, 2024

As companies prioritize “efficient growth,” vertical software has gained prominence due to its lower customer acquisition costs, higher expansion sales and stronger gross retention than its horizontal counterparts. Salesforce, Atlassian and HubSpot are examples of horizontal software companies.

Verticals 122

Verticals Ideal Customer Profiles Marketing Management Paid Search Agency 122

Martech

MAY 24, 2024

B2C marketing deals with consumer purchases, which means B2C marketers are targeting individuals or small groups of people who make purchase decisions. As a result, the most significant differences between B2C marketing and B2B marketing involve the number of people involved in the purchase decision and the length of the sales cycle.

Marketing Automation Services 104

Marketing Automation Services Marketing Automation Automation Tactics 104

Salesforce Marketing Cloud

JANUARY 8, 2024

” to close a sale. Sales contracts are vital to completing any business transaction. They detail the scope of work/product and the conditions of the sale to prevent misunderstandings between the buyer and seller. This guide will teach you how to draft a bulletproof sales contract. Why is a sales contract important?

Process 110

Process Practices Terms and Conditions Work Management 110

The Daily Egg

MARCH 28, 2021

What happens after your marketing efforts generate a lead? It is estimated that 80% of leads generated through marketing are never pursued. As sales or business leaders, knowing what to measure and why even before a sale is made is a critical part of the job. And that’s a lot of revenue lost. With technology […].

Marketing Management 131

Marketing Management Lead Management Software Leads 131

Salesforce Marketing Cloud

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

Channel sales — or selling through partners — represents 75% of the world’s commerce, according to Forrester. This approach helps companies accelerate sales and grow revenue without adding to their headcount, a move that’s increasingly important during economic uncertainty. What you’ll learn: What is channel sales?

Enterprise Management 111

Enterprise Management Work Management Advertising Channels Marketing Management 111

SalesIntel

APRIL 24, 2024

Launching new products and exploring new markets is like embarking on an exhilarating adventure. Software with go-to-market (GTM) strategy tools offers powerful benefits such as automation, machine learning, and meticulous keyword research. Launching a product requires careful planning, market research, and strategic execution.

Work Management 52

Work Management Marketing Management Marketing Analytics Tools Marketing Funnels 52

Salesforce Marketing Cloud

FEBRUARY 14, 2023

This is known as vendor sprawl. IT teams continue to face technology and process challenges as they work to streamline their digital transformations. Nearly half of senior IT leaders say making process improvements is a top priority in the next 12 months as 36% said siloed apps and data top their list of roadblocks. million.

Enterprise Management 98

Enterprise Management Work Management Marketing Management Vendors 98

sagefrog

DECEMBER 13, 2023

One of the most significant decisions a facility can make in building the future of its business is who to outsource and entrust various facility maintenance services to. After all, selecting the right vendors can be the difference between employees and customers having a positive or negative experience at the facility.

Work Management 62

Work Management Marketing Management Planning Marketing Plans 62

Heinz Marketing

MARCH 15, 2024

By Maria Geokezas , Chief Operating Officer at Heinz Marketing B2B purchases are complex, involving multiple decision-makers, each with specific needs. So if you want real, predictable revenue growth, it’s time to forget the one-off quick-win tactics. Marketing: Marketers are the customer whisperers.

Top of Funnel 114

Top of Funnel Work Management Verticals Marketing Management 114

Only B2B

NOVEMBER 28, 2019

One of the biggest advantages of lead management strategy and marketing automation is the ability to create a process that continuously manages leads at a bigger scale. The secret to making it work is to develop an effective process for automation. This subsequently influences your sales results directly.

Sales Management 117

Sales Management Lead Management Lead Ranking Sales Qualified Leads 117

Salesforce Marketing Cloud

AUGUST 23, 2023

You’re always on the hunt for new revenue, but new sales has to come from your sales team, right? Sales can come from partners, too. In fact, partner selling is a great way to take the pressure off your own reps — and it’s relatively easy to implement. What are best practices for partner relationship management?

Advertising Agencies 52

Advertising Agencies Work Management Marketing Management Top of Funnel 52

Salesforce Marketing Cloud

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

Field service can help drive revenue growth by selling to your existing customers, also called upselling or cross-selling. But the question is, how can you reach this audience at the right time, with the right message, in a way that doesn’t make them feel like they’re being sold to during a service visit?

Work Management 105

Work Management Service Cross-Selling Training 105

Hubspot

MAY 2, 2019

In many ways, technology, like Google Maps, is similar to sales management software. Sales management software provides streamlined tools for data entry and management to speed up this process. And they often include some of the most popular sales tools (e.g., Free HubSpot CRM.

Marketing Management 95

Marketing Management Software Best Practices Lead Scoring 95