markempa

JULY 6, 2017

In this post, I’m going to focus on how to do lead management that increases sales conversion. Here’s why: First, B2B lead conversion to actual revenue conversion is low. According to Forrester, top performers convert 1.54% of leads to revenue. And average performers turn less than 0.75% of leads into closed deals.

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Zoominfo

SEPTEMBER 14, 2020

So something that worked a year ago (*cough* your current sales process *cough*), probably isn’t as effective presently. Sales process optimization isn’t a one and done activity. Even the most evergreen processes need some upkeep once in a while. And today, we’re telling you to give your sales process a little TLC.

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Zoominfo

FEBRUARY 25, 2021

What is lead generation, and why is it a source of contention for sales and marketing teams? What does a “good lead” look like anyway? Get answers to these questions about lead gen — and so much more! What is Lead Generation? What is a Lead? The Lead Generation Process.

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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?

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InsightSquared

AUGUST 14, 2019

For sales professionals, AI is not only impacting your personal life, but it will soon influence your professional work too if it hasn’t already done so. Many of today’s forward-thinking companies have already begun using AI in their sales strategies. Strengthens Communication With Sales Leads.

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Zoominfo

SEPTEMBER 14, 2020

So something that worked a year ago (*cough* your current sales process *cough*), probably isn’t as effective presently. Sales process optimization isn’t a one and done activity. Even the most evergreen processes need some upkeep once in a while. And today, we’re telling you to give your sales process a little TLC.

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Only B2B

APRIL 24, 2024

Among marketers, few topics spark as much debate as the comparison between demand generation and inbound marketing. Must Read: 5 Common B2B Demand Generation Pitfalls to Avoid What is Demand Generation? It’s a continuous process focused on reaching and engaging potential buyers outside of your existing market.

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seo.co

JUNE 13, 2022

Do you collect email addresses, but struggle to turn your leads into sales through your email marketing campaign? If so, you need a solid lead nurturing strategy. Most leads won’t convert right away. What is lead nurturing? When a lead becomes a customer, it’s considered a conversion.

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Webbiquity

MARCH 17, 2020

Ever since factory automation became commonplace, other business functions have embraced it as well. Automation removes laborious tasks from your workload and frees up your time to work on higher-level issues. Widespread Internet adoption introduced the concept of digital automation. This is where chatbot automation can help.

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Conversica

NOVEMBER 29, 2022

What is lead nurturing? Lead nurturing is the process of developing and reinforcing relationships with buyers at every stage of the sales funnel —from prospects to existing customers. In practice, lead nurturing can range from targeted email marketing and blog posts to product updates and news.

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markempa

MARCH 2, 2017

Lead nurturing is one of those things that’s easy to talk about but hard to do. In this article, I’ll share how to apply lead nurturing to help advance leads through three stages of your lead generation funnel to get more qualified opportunities. Top of the Funnel: Use a Portfolio Approach.

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Only B2B

MARCH 27, 2024

Do all those website visitors and content downloads translate into sales conversations? Must Read: MQL vs SQL: Which Lead Matter More & When? Imagine your sales funnel as a pyramid. They’ve reached a pre-determined score based on your lead scoring system.

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SmartBug Media

OCTOBER 25, 2023

In today's business environment, sales teams are constantly seeking ways to boost efficiency and productivity. One tool that has transformed the sales process is sales automation. This article will discuss sales automation. Additionally, it will provide techniques for automatically assigning leads.

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SalesIntel

DECEMBER 27, 2021

The ultimate goal of any sales and marketing team is to increase total sales volume by maximizing the number of lead conversions. Various processes of lead generation and lead nurturing are followed to aid in this process. What do you mean by lead nurturing? Get Started.

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Zoominfo

FEBRUARY 12, 2019

The importance of lead generation is ingrained in the mind of every modern marketer— the more high-quality leads you bring in, the better. But, as the buyer’s journey becomes increasingly multifaceted, it’s now clear that lead generation is just one piece of the marketing puzzle. What is lead management?

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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?

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The Point

NOVEMBER 27, 2018

Precious few B2B marketers can show true ROI from organic social activity, and even less are using organic social media in a systematic way to either generate social leads or drive those leads through the demand generation funnel. Integrating Social Leads into the Demand Generation Funnel via @spearmktg.

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The Point

OCTOBER 25, 2018

The analysts at Demand Gen Report just published their “ 2018 Lead Nurturing & Acceleration Survey Report ” and one conclusion is no surprise: many B2B companies are still really bad at lead nurturing. It’s not just that 44% of respondents said that their lead nurturing “needs improvement.”

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Only B2B

OCTOBER 26, 2023

In the ever-evolving world of B2B marketing, mastering the art of MQL (Marketing Qualified Lead) lead nurturing is akin to harnessing the wind – it propels your business forward. MQL lead nurturing is a multifaceted journey, a strategic masterpiece, and an essential facet of a successful marketing campaign.

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Zoominfo

FEBRUARY 25, 2021

What is lead generation, and why is it a source of contention for sales and marketing teams? What does a “good lead” look like anyway? Get answers to these questions about lead gen — and so much more! What Is Lead Generation? What is a Lead? Pretty simple, right?

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NetLine

JUNE 21, 2022

Let’s establish what lead nurturing is and why staggering your initial follow-up message is crucial to your success. What is B2B Lead Nurturing? Markempa CEO and Founder Brian Carroll summarized the purpose of B2B lead nurturing quite well in an interview while acting as Marketing Sherpa’s CEO. hours to 33.3

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Marketing Insider Group

AUGUST 18, 2020

The question of why Sales and Marketing need to be in sync is a no-brainer. Studies have shown that companies with “good” sales-marketing alignment achieve. 108% more acceptance of Marketing Qualified Leads (MQLs). But how exactly can sales-marketing alignment benefit YOUR organization? 36% increase in customer retention.

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Envy

MARCH 4, 2021

B2B lead nurturing is crucial for driving conversions and revenue scientifically and removing "gut instinct" from the equation. These B2B lead nurturing nuggets will help you tweak your funnel for better results. 74% of companies say converting leads is their TOP PRIORITY. Don’t miss your chance.

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Zoominfo

MARCH 8, 2021

You want to know if a lead is qualified well before you even pick up the phone to call them. Every data point helps your revenue team (sales, marketing, and customer success) determine if this lead fits your ideal customer profile (ICP). What is Automated Lead Qualification? And that was just on one lead!

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SalesIntel

FEBRUARY 19, 2024

So, what is the first thing that occurs to you when you start brainstorming about your B2B sales strategy? What are the latest challenges in B2B sales strategies ? The latest B2B sales challenges include: Difficulty in reaching decision makers and engaging with them effectively. But why do these B2B sales strategies falter?

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Zoominfo

FEBRUARY 27, 2021

Manual sales prospecting and lead generation doesn’t get your sales and marketing teams where they need to be for their quotas — and it wastes time. However, when these teams are equipped with the right tools, such as sales intelligence, less important tasks can be automated so that reps can focus on lead strategies.

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Sharpspring

JULY 27, 2021

With the term “lead nurturing” trending lately, you’ve probably noticed that a hot topic in conversations about sales and marketing recently has been lead nurturing funnels and programs. In case you’re wondering, lead nurturing is exactly what it sounds like! Current Status of Lead Nurturing.

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Marketing Insider Group

SEPTEMBER 16, 2020

Drip marketing — sometimes called drip campaigns, automated email campaigns, marketing automation, lifecycle emails, autoresponders and more — is the use of automated sets of emails that are sent on schedule following an event or trigger. We’ll answer these questions and more in our beginner’s guide to drip marketing.

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Stevens & Tate

MARCH 11, 2021

One of the most important aspects of successfully nurturing your leads through the buyer’s cycle is understanding that each lead is different and that your marketing efforts need to be tailored to the needs of each lead. What is Marketing Automation? The Benefits of Marketing Automation. How effective?

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The Point

NOVEMBER 22, 2016

For a long time, “ lead nurturing ” was thought of as something you did with the leads that sales didn’t want. The theory was: leads come in, the sales team gets the hot ones, and the rest go to lead nurturing. Today, of course, a comprehensive lead nurturing strategy is much more than that.

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SendinBlue

APRIL 19, 2021

Successful B2B marketing automation requires thought and preparation but once up and running, can do serious heavy lifting for your sales funnel. Now you might be wondering how exactly one should use marketing automation for B2B. What are the most effective B2B automation techniques and tactics for nurturing leads?

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Zoominfo

MARCH 3, 2021

Consider the following: A company has a 50-person sales team. Each sales rep on that team spends one hour a week prioritizing leads. By automating that step using a scoring trigger, they collectively save 50 hours a week, and over 2,500 hours annually that can instead be put towards other, more important sales activities.

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Only B2B

APRIL 10, 2024

MQL sits at the intersection of marketing and sales. These are leads that have been validated and are ready to be handed over to the sales team. It means missing out on important buying signals, wasting money on generating leads, and ultimately losing out on potential sales.

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Only B2B

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

One of the key aspects of gaining an edge is the efficient management of leads. This is where Automated Lead Qualification steps in as a game-changer. In this comprehensive guide, we will explore the intricacies of Automated Lead Qualification, demystifying its key components, benefits, and challenges.

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Stevens & Tate

OCTOBER 14, 2022

That differentiation starts with a shift in your marketing towards your potential buyers in the form of lead nurturing : granular, tailored messages focused on the information you’ve gathered through them during the awareness stage. Lead Nurturing Campaigns. The Marriage of Sales and Marketing. Drip Emails.

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Launch Marketing

FEBRUARY 24, 2021

The line between lead generation and lead nurturing is often blurred. These two processes are related but unique and require different attention and marketing focus to each. Before we delve into the differences and similarities between the two, let’s align on a common definition for what a lead is.

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SalesGrape

JANUARY 4, 2024

Mastering Outbound Appointment Setting: Nurturing Leads Through the Sales Funnel In the dynamic landscape of sales, effective lead nurturing is paramount to success. This article delves into the intricacies of nurturing leads using outbound calling.

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