Marketing Craftmanship

OCTOBER 14, 2014

The most noteworthy article on B2B selling was published in a 1966 Harvard Business Review article (#66213). Extrinsic selling is a “trust me” approach, employed by a great number of B2B product and service providers. In “How to Buy /Sell Professional Services,” author Warren J. No leap of faith required.

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Sword and the Script | B2B

JANUARY 23, 2024

The company says they polled some 900 respondents who had been part of the “buying process for a B2B purchase of greater than $10,000 in annual value within the last 24 months.” The study had a range of B2B statistics that ought to resonate with anyone who’s spent time in B2B marketing or sales.

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Sword and the Script | B2B

APRIL 16, 2024

Those companies that are in the early stages of a startup building a product stand to gain “the greatest” valuation benefit from marketing About half (45%) of all B2B technology startups make no effort to market their products. More specifically, they did the study twice to ensure its validity. emphasis theirs].”

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Martech

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

B2B content marketing is an indispensable strategy for businesses looking to establish their brand, engage their target audience, and drive conversions. What is B2B content marketing? B2B content marketing is the creation and distribution of content, in all its forms, related to your business and relevant to customers.

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Contently

AUGUST 12, 2020

The discourse around tech—specifically B2B tech—often comes in the form of thought leadership content. It’s vital that we ask these questions, but there’s a disconnect in the way B2B marketers are answering them. This is a structural problem that plagues a lot of B2B content marketing.

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Exo B2B

JUNE 5, 2018

As experts in marketing strategies, ExoB2B recommends, in some cases, to assert itself as such through an inbound or inward marketing strategy, to demonstrate thought leadership and, to be integrated into a process of digital transformation. The Thought Leadership approach according to ExoB2B. see below).

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Webbiquity

MARCH 17, 2023

Generating high-quality leads is consistently cited as one of the top two goals (along with increasing brand awareness) of B2B marketers. Image credit: Scott Graham on Unsplash More than half of B2B companies struggle to consistently generate high-quality leads. Because B2B lead generation is more than just a numbers game.

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Content4Demand

DECEMBER 6, 2019

Nearly half (47%) of the 200 senior-level B2B marketing professionals surveyed in the 2019 Content Preferences Survey Report cited case studies as the most valuable influencer content format—the top choice. Source: The B2B Millennial Buyer Survey Report. Why Case Studies? Use Case Studies to Seal the Deal.

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Marketing Insider Group

SEPTEMBER 28, 2020

Thought leadership content marketing is one of the most effective ways of establishing your name and company as an authority in your industry. Thought leadership marketing means going beyond the same blog posts and regurgitated ideas that everyone seems to be publishing. Quick Takeaways.

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Biznology

FEBRUARY 23, 2015

Content marketing is more important to B2B businesses. Here are 15 B2B case studies. They show how content marketing drives ROI with B2B businesses who: Know their audience. Content tactics included: executive briefs, case studies, infographics, checklists, Q and A, and Brainshark video.

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Exo B2B

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

B2B content marketing has always been a powerful lever for captivating and retaining current or potential customers (prospects) by providing relevant, compelling content. Journalism (content) -> corporate communications (content) -> B2B content marketing. This means asserting Thought Leadership.

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Webbiquity

FEBRUARY 22, 2022

Influencer marketing is increasingly popular in the B2B space, for the simple reason that buyers trust experts more than ads. But many B2B marketers are approaching it in the wrong ways, missing the mark with both the influencers and their audiences. A new report offers a wealth of guidance for doing B2B influencer marketing better.

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BOP Design

MARCH 22, 2021

In this post, we explore the crucial B2B content marketing activities you should be doing now…and into the future to remain relevant and reachable to your target audience. Creating Thought Leadership (aka Blogging). In certain circumstances, “creating thought leadership” is a fancy way to say “blogging.”

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Webbiquity

JUNE 12, 2019

Consumer (B2C) content marketing is often viewed as “sexier” than B2B. B2B can seem dry, even boring, in comparison. Actually, B2B content can be emotive, intriguing, and engaging. B2B audiences don’t consume content the way that B2C audiences do. B2B audiences want data. They want proof of concept.

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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. In fact, 71 percent of B2B content marketers say content marketing has become even more important to their organization over the last year.

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Marketing Insider Group

AUGUST 26, 2020

So why, then, do 44% of all B2B companies not even bother to measure their content marketing ROI? Executives don’t care if you’re a “thought leader” in your field. In that case, you’ll need to provide your company’s decision makers with a reasonable estimate of your likely ROI. Use Case Studies of Similar Companies.

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Trade Press Services Newsletter

OCTOBER 6, 2022

Although a documented strategy is a key indicator of marketing success, only 41 percent of B2B marketers take the time to develop a written plan. That’s why it’s important to know which B2B marketing trends are important now and over the next year. There are, however, many creative ways to implement UGC in your B2B marketing strategy.

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Thinkers360

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

In the ever-evolving B2B landscape, cultivating strong relationships with industry analysts and thought leaders (B2B influencers) is crucial for establishing brand awareness, achieving thought leadership status, and ultimately driving sales growth. The two are related, but distinct marketing disciplines.

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BOP Design

DECEMBER 21, 2021

In this article, we take a look at B2B content marketing practices that work and why they are effective. Thought Leadership Articles. When most B2B marketers talk about content marketing, thought leadership articles are at the center of their strategies. Why do explainer pieces work well for B2B firms?

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Webbiquity

DECEMBER 14, 2021

Websites are the “storefront” of B2B organizations. Like a real-world storefront, a business website should be clean, attention-getting, and inviting, which makes effective B2B website design crucial. B2B businesses understand the value of their website and blog as the core of their online presence. Guest post by Dylan Berger.

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Marketing Insider Group

NOVEMBER 16, 2021

I cannot exactly remember when I started working with ITSMA, and leveraging their work in B2B solutions and services, but it was sometime in the mid-2000s when I led the SAP Services Marketing team for SAP North America Field Marketing. The Thought Leadership Journey is Here to Stay. Sales Enablement is a Key Core Competency.

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Navigate the Channel

JANUARY 29, 2024

In the ever-evolving landscape of marketing, the term “thought leadership” has become a buzzword that is often tossed around casually. But what does it truly mean to be a thought leader, and how can social media be harnessed to establish thought leadership effectively?

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Top Rank Marketing

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

” Partnering with the right B2B tech marketing agency can be a critical move to overcome the challenges at hand, and get the most out of your budget. 5 qualities to seek out in a B2B tech marketing agency TopRank Marketing is a full-service agency that counts many B2B tech companies among our wide range of current and past clients.

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Brandpoint

JULY 12, 2018

Case studies are a must-have in any business’s content marketing library. The format you choose and the content you include in a case study could make or break its success. In this post, we cover the basics of a case study and then provide a template to help you create a case study that will win over prospects.

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Marketing Insider Group

AUGUST 7, 2023

When I created my own B2B Marketing Blog almost 14 years ago, I looked out across the web and asked “what do I have to say that is unique, valuable and helpful?” In the ever-evolving world of B2B marketing , staying ahead of the curve is essential for success. B2B marketing blogs. And where did I find it?

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B2B Digital Marketer

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

Join us as we engage in a thought-provoking conversation with Julian Lumpkin, the founder of Success Kit, a marketing agency specializing in case studies and video testimonials. Julian Lumpkin emphasizes the crucial but often misunderstood role of customer success stories.

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Launch Marketing

APRIL 19, 2023

When you think of “B2B” marketing, you think of “Business to Business,” not “Business to Customer.” But this failure to focus on the customer experience or customer marketing is a crucial mistake that many B2B companies make. Case studies are another personalization tactic.

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B2B Digital Marketer

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

Navigating the Challenges of Perspective in Digital Marketing Introduction In this episode of B2B Digital Marketer, John Gumas shares valuable insights on unlocking success in digital marketing. Thought leadership and targeted marketing campaigns are key strategies for success.

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Thinkers360

APRIL 18, 2024

Highlighted Content : Introducing the Webex app for Ford and Lincoln’s new in-vehicle digital experience , Global Hybrid Work Study | Employee Insights, In-Office Challenges, and the Role of AI. Specifically, our Webex AI Assistant uses generative AI and Large Language Models (LLMs) for use cases like these.

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Launch Marketing

MARCH 8, 2023

You have probably heard the phrase, “content is king,” for many years now, but its message remains the same; the critical necessity of B2B content marketing. To successfully develop engaging B2B content marketing assets, keep these five things in mind. These can include whitepapers, case studies, guides and more.

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NuSpark Consulting

FEBRUARY 13, 2023

User reviews, case studies, and testimonials: Including reviews and testimonials on your website can provide social proof of the quality of your products or services and help build trust with potential customers. Professionalism : A well-designed and professional-looking website conveys trust and credibility. It’s what I preach.

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Tiecas

APRIL 5, 2024

Source ) I suggest you read my pillar post, “Struggling with B2B Industrial Marketing? Your content can’t be overly ‘salesy;’ instead, focus on educational and thought leadership content that will differentiate you from the competition. 62% of manufacturing content marketers cited this as their biggest challenge.

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Trade Press Services

MARCH 4, 2024

Three Types of Content for the B2B Buyer’s Journey There’s no question that different types of content serve different purposes for organizations and their diverse audiences. B2B evergreen content focuses on valuable expertise that’s built to last. This is a key attribute of any thought leader.

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Top Rank Marketing

DECEMBER 4, 2023

These shifts are particularly relevant for B2B marketers, who must stay ahead of the curve to remain competitive in a dynamic digital world. 2 — Authenticity Authenticity is a long-time commitment for TopRank Marketing, and now has been identified by SEMrush as the top trend in social media for 2024, especially crucial in the B2B domain.

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Heinz Marketing

MAY 22, 2023

While video marketing is commonly associated with B2C marketing, it’s becoming increasingly popular in the B2B space as well showing immense opportunity. To utilize video marketing to its highest potential, it’s crucial to understand the distinct characteristics and advantages that set apart B2B vs B2C.

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Hinge Marketing

JUNE 14, 2021

It perfectly aligns with B2B buyers’ behavior patterns. . In short, it helps establish you as a thought leader in your space. The first is in content marketing or thought leadership marketing programs. Within the executive summary, the full research study can be offered for sale as a premium content product.

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ClearVoice

JANUARY 26, 2024

So whether you’re here because you’re a content person looking to enhance your business case for more content dollars or because a content person wants you to understand their perspective on why content is (still) queen, you’ve come to the right place. At ClearVoice, we understand that not all people are content people.

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