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. Overall, social networking sites are proving to be great tools for job seekers and recruiting. And if not, should you start? Why or why not?

Social Networks 120

Social Networks Lead Generation Network Marketing B2B Marketing 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

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 Marketing Qualified Leads 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

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

markempa

APRIL 19, 2007

« On B2B Demand Generation tools and Lead Generation Dashboards | Main | On Lead Nurturing: Looking for a "hot" date? FREE E-Book 8 Critical success factors for lead generation Just tell us where to send your FREE updates Subscribe in a reader Podcast Feed Subscribe via iTunes Recognition Thanks for Reading!

Lead Generation 120

Lead Generation Generation B2B Thought Leadership Leads 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

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

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 Marketing Qualified Leads 120

markempa

JUNE 14, 2006

« New Book: Lead Generation for the Complex Sale is officially released | Main | PR Has New Rules for Reaching Buyers Directly » Why Most B2B Sites Fail to Convert Sales Leads Most people coming to your website arent coming to your website to buy. They are coming to your site for information.

B2B Sales 120

B2B Sales Lead Generation Lead Scoring Lead Ranking 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. FREE E-Book 8 Critical success factors for lead generation Just tell us where to send your FREE updates Subscribe in a reader Podcast Feed Subscribe via iTunes Recognition Thanks for Reading! Use tagged URLs. Use tagged URLs.

Lead Generation 120

Lead Generation B2B Sales Sales Leads Leads 120

markempa

JUNE 13, 2007

« Podcast: The New Rules of Marketing & PR Interview with David Meerman Scott | Main | Social Media Pundits Disconnect from B2B Marketing » The Physics of Trigger Events for Lead Generation Most buyers arent ready to buy when were ready to sell. RSS feeds & via email Don’t try to do everything at once.

Lead Generation 120

Lead Generation Ideal Customer Profiles Generation Leads 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 Marketing Qualified 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

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

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

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

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? FREE E-Book 8 Critical success factors for lead generation Just tell us where to send your FREE updates Subscribe in a reader Podcast Feed Subscribe via iTunes Recognition Thanks for Reading!

Lead Generation 120

Lead Generation Customer Surveys Peer-to-peer B2B Marketing 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 7, 2005

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. 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

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

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

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

markempa

JULY 7, 2006

FREE E-Book 8 Critical success factors for lead generation Just tell us where to send your FREE updates Subscribe in a reader Podcast Feed Subscribe via iTunes Recognition Thanks for Reading! Critical Success Factor #9 Effectiveness 8 Critical Success Factors for Lead Generation 2.0

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

markempa

JUNE 8, 2005

« Closing the loop to improve lead generation performance | Main | Using thought leader content as a lead generation tool » Process Mapping is an essential step to measuring Lead generation ROI Its been well documented that quality of collaboration between sales and marketing directly impacts ROI. This must be cross functional.

Lead Generation 120

Lead Generation ROI Process Generation 120

markempa

MAY 9, 2006

« Personal lead generation tools | Main | Podcast: The Innovative Marketer » Why CEOs Must Be Actively Involved in Lead Generation Jeff Thull, author of Mastering the Complex Sale , recently published an article, " Sales and The CEO ," that puts CEOs at the head of the sales department.

Lead Generation 120

Lead Generation Ideal Customer Profiles Activities Marketing Qualified Leads 120

markempa

NOVEMBER 15, 2005

FREE E-Book 8 Critical success factors for lead generation Just tell us where to send your FREE updates Subscribe in a reader Podcast Feed Subscribe via iTunes Recognition Thanks for Reading! Critical Success Factor #9 Effectiveness 8 Critical Success Factors for Lead Generation 2.0

Lead Generation 120

Lead Generation Generation Work Management Leads 120

markempa

APRIL 12, 2007

« Your questions answered on Lead Generation via Podcasts | Main | On B2B Demand Generation tools and Lead Generation Dashboards » Closed-Loop Marketers More Likely to Reach ROMI Goals As Ive written before, Im a big proponent of using closed loop feedback to improve marketing and lead generation ROI.

ROMI 120

ROMI Lead Generation Work Management B2B Marketing 120

markempa

MAY 18, 2005

Though there are scores of books on direct marketing, branding, advertising, marketing tactics, PR, varied sales approaches, cold calling, etc.; FREE E-Book 8 Critical success factors for lead generation Just tell us where to send your FREE updates Subscribe in a reader Podcast Feed Subscribe via iTunes Recognition Thanks for Reading!

Lead Generation 120

Lead Generation B2B Sales Lead Scoring Lead Ranking 120

Anteriad

APRIL 25, 2023

All of the tools and efforts utilized in the effort are part of the campaign. Direct marketing most often takes place at point-of-sale (POS) transactions, in postal mail campaigns, email marketing and telemarketing. Campaign A specific series of activities used to market a product.

Paid Content 95

Paid Content Sales Management B2B Sales Top of Funnel 95

Anteriad

APRIL 25, 2023

All of the tools and efforts utilized in the effort are part of the campaign. Direct marketing most often takes place at point-of-sale (POS) transactions, in postal mail campaigns, email marketing and telemarketing. Campaign A specific series of activities used to market a product.

Paid Content 84

Paid Content Sales Management Top of Funnel B2B Sales 84

Online Marketing Institute

JULY 31, 2009

There are at least 4 amorphous groups of solution providers also setting their sights on this space: 1) Lead generation services or tools – Because this category contains both service providers (that look more like agencies or telesales outsourcers) and software as a service vendors, there are probably more than I could possibly name.

Enterprise Management 40

Enterprise Management Work Management Marketing Management Lead Management 40