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.

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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 !

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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.

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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.

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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

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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

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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

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markempa

JUNE 8, 2005

Using thought leader content as a lead generation tool Content is king in demonstrating your thought leadership and expertise. 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

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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.

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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 Critical Success Factor #9 Effectiveness 8 Critical Success Factors for Lead Generation 2.0 Use tagged URLs. Use tagged URLs.

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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.

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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.

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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

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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.

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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.

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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

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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

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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.

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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.

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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?

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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.

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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

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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.”

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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

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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.

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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.”

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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.

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markempa

APRIL 3, 2005

What low budget tools can we use to measure landing pages? What low budget tools can we use to measure landing pages? 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 Other landing page resources?

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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.

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markempa

NOVEMBER 15, 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.

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markempa

MAY 20, 2005

Secondly, experts - stay experts - by continually updating their knowledge of industry trends, information, key players, tools and ideas. 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 they need you.

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markempa

MAY 23, 2005

Collect and Use Feedback Make sure you collect feedback both during and after the event via on-line survey tools like surveymonkey. Webinar/webcast resources HRmarketer.com Blog : Using Webinars as an Effective Marketing and PR Tool. Webinar/webcast resources HRmarketer.com Blog : Using Webinars as an Effective Marketing and PR Tool.

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Webbiquity

JULY 26, 2010

Add WordStream’s Advanced Keyword Tools to Your Website for free , June 8, 2010. Writing on the Web ( Ning Advertorial Business Blogging Online Marketing Linkedin Landing Page ). 9 Ways to Use LinkedIn for Smart Professionals , June 10, 2010. Why Use Twitter, Facebook & LinkedIn for Content Marketing? June 7, 2010.

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Webbiquity

JANUARY 17, 2011

by eMarketer. Social Media 3Q Update: Who Uses Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, & MySpace? Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn continued to add users in the second half of 2010, albeit at a slower pace than in previous quarters. And which tool works best for that? Are Twitter Followers Better Than Facebook Fans? Yes—sort of.

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Webbiquity

FEBRUARY 21, 2011

According to recent research , 92% of marketers consider email to be one of their “most important marketing tools” and 54% plan increased spending on it in the coming year. And as some of the posts below show, when integrated with social media tools, email becomes even more powerful. by eMarketer.

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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.

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Online Marketing Institute

OCTOBER 31, 2010

Also, at my social media speaking engagements hither and yon I’m often asked what tools I use. So, I took a personal inventory and created this overview of the 39 social media tools I use daily. I find it to be especially valuable and hassle-free for updating Twitter, Facebook, and LInkedin simultaneously.

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