Marketing Insider Group

MAY 18, 2020

We decided to compile some of the most important thought leadership best practices from recent research and surveys. To reap these rewards, you’ll want to follow thought leadership best practices based on data, surveys, and research. The report also reveals that thought leaders don’t have to be high-profile.

Thought Leadership 355

Thought Leadership B2B Thought Leadership Research Practices 355

Contently

NOVEMBER 22, 2021

The Content Marketing Institute’s 2022 Annual B2B Content Marketing Benchmarks, Budgets, and Trends Report gives an interesting insight into the new post-pandemic landscape. The pandemic made us create a strategy,” said one respondent quoted in the report. This awoke a sleeping giant: content marketing. Key takeaways.

B2B Marketing 213

B2B Marketing Research Content Marketing Marketing Budget Creation 213

KoMarketing Associates

DECEMBER 21, 2017

Much like our Secret Santa gift exchange, this list of our favorite articles and blog posts from past year has become an annual end-of-year tradition. In a reflection of our growth as digital marketers and as a team, I’m happy to report that this year’s list features more contributors and articles than any previous year!

Paid Search Agency 204

Paid Search Agency Paid Social Agency Lead Scoring Lead Ranking 204

B2B Marketing Directions

JULY 17, 2022

(This month's Research Round-Up is devoted exclusively to the latest B2B content consumption report from NetLine Corporation. NetLine publishes this report annually, and it consistently provides a wealth of real-world insights regarding how business professionals actually consume content.)

Research 52

Research B2B Purchase Intent Paper 52

Martech

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

In the last article we looked at who would win and who would lose in the enterprise and vendor community in 2024 with AI on the horizon. Dig deeper: Martech in 2024 Part I Research and advisory firms (the analysts) Some of the martech colleagues I respect the most are analysts working at research and advisory firms.

Enterprise Management 106

Enterprise Management Consulting Work Management Marketing Management 106

Trade Press Services Newsletter

NOVEMBER 2, 2022

The Content Marketing Institute’s 13th Annual B2B Content Marketing Benchmarks, Budgets, and Trends report has just been released and has some excellent insights for marketers as we move into 2023. The best news from this year’s report? Content marketing isn’t going anywhere. A documented marketing strategy is essential.

Marketing Report 130

Marketing Report B2B Marketing B2B Thought Leadership Planning 130

Animalz blog

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

In this article, he shows how content teams can use AI tools in their research process. The GPT-4 engine on which it runs is much better than its predecessor and powers other apps, like Perplexity AI , a research tool designed to counter some of ChatGPT’s flaws. Perplexity solves the research equivalent of this problem.

Marketing AI 78

Marketing AI Research Tactics SME 78

Biznology

FEBRUARY 3, 2020

So herewith are my top sources, whether how-to, research insights, prognostications, or opinions from knowledgeable experts. This is the go-to place for research and how-to. Demand Gen Report. A treasure trove of white papers, research reports, articles, videos and how-to guides on every imaginable B2B marketing topic.

Resources 171

Resources Research B to B Advertising Agencies 171

Oktopost

MARCH 26, 2024

In fact, research shows that 78% of businesses that use social selling outperform those that don’t. What is an Influenced Opportunity Report? An Influenced Opportunity Report is a crucial tool for B2B organizations seeking to understand the tangible impact of their social media efforts on their sales pipeline.

Social Media 62

Social Media B2B Sales Social Networks Forecasting 62

Zoominfo

MARCH 27, 2019

But, we’ve struggled to find any outside research regarding the use of technographics by B2B sales professionals. Thus, The 2019 Technographic Data Report for B2B Sales Organizations was born. The 2019 Technographic Data Report for B2B Sales Organizations. The remainder of respondents reported working in larger organizations.

Zoominfo 222

Zoominfo B2B Thought Leadership B2B Sales Work Management 222

KoMarketing Associates

DECEMBER 9, 2013

Thankfully, as B2B marketers, we’re able to tap into the wants and needs of B2B consumers via online surveys, research reports, etc. These reports and surveys can often spark new ideas, or provide statistical support to reinforce the existence of current strategies. View the full report. View the full report.

Marketing Report 120

Marketing Report B2B Marketing Research Advertising Agencies 120

Brightedge

JUNE 10, 2022

SEO research is a multifaceted, long-term process. An effective strategy has numerous components, from initial keyword research and competitor analysis, to ongoing tracking and maintenance of rankings. Without them, it’s impossible to perform even the most basic SEO research tasks. Keyword research is vital.

SEO 111

SEO Research Enterprise Management Tools 111

Walker Sands

APRIL 10, 2024

Recently, I moderated a virtual panel with national reporters from leading outlets including Barron’s, Axios, The Wall Street Journal and CNBC. The panel covered topics ranging from how the participating reporters find their stories and how they like to communicate with PR professionals to changes they’ve seen in journalism recently.

PR 52

PR Media Ad Building Word of Mouth 52

Hinge Marketing

NOVEMBER 9, 2022

About the Research. The Hinge Research Institute has studied more than 40,000 buyers and sellers over the past decade—giving us unparalleled insight into the professional services industry. Below are four key insights that came out of our report. Research Report Inside the Buyer’s Brain, Government Contracting Edition.

Research 112

Research Peer-to-peer Case Studies Thought Leadership 112

Biznology

OCTOBER 11, 2017

Convert articles and blog posts to video. The same is true for articles like research reports and white papers. This was pointed out to us by a client for whom we’ve converted articles into videos: published articles have already been blessed by the appropriate authorities. Beef up your video content.

Top of Funnel 112

Top of Funnel Work Management Video Marketing Marketing Management 112

Marketing Insider Group

OCTOBER 18, 2023

For example, a recent Demand Gen Report survey found that buyers want more insights, data, and research and fewer sales messages in content. Key Takeaways: Creating journalistic content means writing articles that adhere to high standards of integrity while telling a compelling story. Just What Is Journalistic Content?

Top of Funnel 279

Top of Funnel Tips Content High Quality Lead 279

Hinge Marketing

FEBRUARY 27, 2020

“How can I use research as marketing content?” Today, about 1 in 5 B2B companies are publishing primary research and using it to reach new audiences, generate leads, and as validation for their services. With so few companies taking advantage, primary research can be the secret weapon in your content strategy.

Distribution 118

Distribution Promotion Research Webinar Metrics 118

SmartBug Media

MAY 12, 2023

Monthly reporting and analysis comprise an integral part of any marketing strategy. One of the most interesting and useful methods of reporting is done by breaking down your contacts by lifecycle stage and the date they converted to that particular lifecycle stage. Hover over the Reports drop-down menu and click on Reports.

Marketing Qualified Leads 98

Marketing Qualified Leads Lead Ranking Sales Qualified Leads Hubspot 98

Hinge Marketing

NOVEMBER 11, 2020

The Hinge Research Institute has released a special consulting industry version of its breakthrough study of professional services buyers and the firms that they hire. This study also saw the addition of industry-specific versions of the report, such as this one. In the current report we are focusing on consulting firms.

Consulting 157

Consulting Research Work Management Marketing Management 157

SmartBrief - Marketing

JANUARY 28, 2024

Super Bowl advertisers are shortchanging their brands by relying so heavily on celebrities, according to new research from System1 Group. If you liked this article, sign up for SmartBrief’s free email newsletter on Marketing Innovation. It’s among SmartBrief’s more than 250 industry-focused newsletters.

Ads 64

Ads Brand Identity Branding Correlation 64

Animalz blog

JUNE 28, 2023

Stir until it simmers with insight, then serve to critical startup investors who feast on this research. Sacra , a private markets research company, performs this magic daily. Cofounder Jan-Erik Asplund explains how this approach built their research platform, counting 344 private startups and 13,000 email subscribers.

Research 68

Research Startups Comparison Storytelling 68

Hinge Marketing

JANUARY 9, 2020

Source: Seismic, Hinge Research Institute. According to LinkedIn , there are more than two million posts, articles, and videos added to that social media platform every day. In fact, in the Hinge Research Institute’s 2020 High Growth Study of Professional Services Firms, content creation is the top priority. The secret is out.

Research 118

Research Co-Registration Brand Identity Branding 118

B2B Marketing Directions

MAY 7, 2023

(This month's Research Round-Up discusses the latest B2B content consumption report from NetLine Corporation. NetLine publishes this report annually, and it consistently provides a wealth of real-world insights regarding how business professionals actually consume content.) And second, the report is based on first-party data.

Research 52

Research B2B Paper Content 52

KoMarketing Associates

MARCH 15, 2023

As B2B marketers look for more efficient ways to engage prospects, new research suggests that content marketing is growing in importance to them. In terms of the types of content that effectively move prospects through the funnel, the majority of respondents (59%) cited articles/blogs.

B2B Marketing 275

B2B Marketing Top of Funnel Content Marketing B2B 275

Thinkers360

MARCH 22, 2024

At a Glance Maribel Lopez Founder and Principal Analyst, Lopez Research LLC Focus Areas : AI, Mobility, Analytics, Future of Work. Navigating AI in Contact Centers with NICE’s Carmit DiAndrea , Lopez Research Analyst Perspective: AI and Growth Drive HPE’s Strategic Acquisition of Juniper, But It’s Too Early to Declare Victory.

B2B Thought Leadership 52

B2B Thought Leadership Marketing AI Thought Leadership Research 52

RebelMouse

JUNE 20, 2023

This article was originally posted on the Chartbeat blog. In an age where readers receive real-time notifications every time news breaks, how long can we expect a given article to hold an audience’s attention, and does it differ depending on what the story’s about or the time of day that it’s published? Here’s what the data shows.

Traffic 52

Traffic Long Tail Marketing Loyalty Stats 52

Circle Studio

DECEMBER 22, 2019

Read Article. In no particular order, we’ve come up with a list of 15 questions to ask a potential web design and development partner before choosing who will handle your firm’s next website redesign: Read Article. Read Article. Read Article. Read Article. Here are 13 dos and don’ts for your email newsletters.

Marketing Proposals 98

Marketing Proposals Advertising Agencies Paid Search Agency Lead Nurturing 98

Content4Demand

FEBRUARY 2, 2021

LinkedIn articles expand your text real estate to as many as 125,000 characters —an ideal way to supplement your paid LinkedIn ad strategy or simply to build brand awareness and connect your thought leadership among key audiences. Craft Your LinkedIn Article. Users prefer articles between 1.900 and 2,000 words. Keep It Social.

Thought Leadership 66

Thought Leadership Linkedin B2B Thought Leadership DemandBase 66

B2B Marketing Directions

OCTOBER 15, 2023

(This month's Research Round-Up discusses two recent surveys that examine how marketers are using artificial intelligence in mid-2023. The author(s) of the report included the following statement in the description of the survey methodology.

Marketing AI 73

Marketing AI Research Barriers Customer Surveys 73

SWZD

AUGUST 5, 2015

EMEDIA'S LEAD GENERATION RESEARCH REPORTS emedia is proud to sponsor original research for the benefit of the B2B lead generation community. table cellpadding="10" cellspacing="20".

Research 48

Research Lead Generation Communities B2B 48

Excelsior Research

JANUARY 3, 2022

Market Research Guide. A step-by-step guide to completing your own market research. Also, companies have realized the importance of market research for the business. A snippet from Statista , Research plays a pivotal role in the product line and audience segmentation. Why Market Research? Types of Market Research.

Research 52

Research Demand Generation Agencies Advertising Agencies Paid Search Agency 52

Hinge Marketing

JUNE 25, 2020

Conducting prospect research can help you alleviate their concerns. Researching your prospects doesn’t have to be difficult, and it can be done at a variety of levels. In this post, we’ll explore your research options and recommend specific techniques and tools you can use to develop business more effectively. .

Marketing Automation Services 99

Marketing Automation Services Research Service Ideal Customer Profiles 99

B2B Marketing Directions

FEBRUARY 11, 2023

So, it seems appropriate that this month's Research Round-Up features two recent surveys that explore the state of AI in marketing.) Just 15% of the respondents reported that they had achieved wide-scale implementation of AI. Overall, the survey findings indicate that the use of AI in marketing is still in the early stages.

Marketing AI 59

Marketing AI Research Planning Paid Search Agency 59

Webbiquity

MAY 17, 2016

Creating high-quality content starts with planning (deciding what to write about) and research (determining what to say about those topics). There are also a number of tools that can be helpful with both content ideation and research. 10 Best Content Research Tools. 4 Best Content Planning Tools. 3) Bubbl.us. 1) Google Scholar.

Planning 145

Planning Research Tools Best Practices 145

Adobe Experience Cloud Blog

SEPTEMBER 6, 2018

SEMrush has analyzed more than 6,000 articles using the SEO Writing Assistant tool to determine the preferences of content gurus. This research helps you to take a look at the best practices in the world of content marketing, not from the theoretical side, but in how people are actually creating and optimizing their content.

SEO 133

SEO Content Marketing SERP Case Studies 133

Contently

JUNE 29, 2017

So, how do you—or others—use article content to influence leads in the B2B process? The top of the funnel might require articles, videos, and research papers. A lot of short-sighted marketers don’t see how top-of-funnel content like articles and videos drive leads. I’ve lightly edited our exchange.

Top of Funnel 164

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

KoMarketing Associates

FEBRUARY 24, 2022

Marketing events have shifted in both form and function as a result of the Covid-19 pandemic, and new research suggests that marketers are still not entirely confident in virtual event execution. Specifically, virtual events/webinars/online courses (58%) have delivered the best results for B2B marketers in terms of content.

Advertising Agencies 263

Advertising Agencies Webinar Metrics CMO Advertising Benchmark 263