Marketing Insider Group

AUGUST 26, 2020

As data analytics grow in sophistication, measuring the results of your marketing efforts becomes even more critical to your company’s success. So why, then, do 44% of all B2B companies not even bother to measure their content marketing ROI? After all, what’s the ultimate goal of content marketing?

ROI 363

ROI Top of Funnel Paid Search Agency Content Marketing 363

KoMarketing Associates

JANUARY 26, 2021

Although manufacturing marketers have not always turned to content marketing in the past, new research shows that their strategies for this tactic are beginning to mature. That being said, there is still some work that needs to be done in terms of establishing content marketing strategies.

Marketing Report 282

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Marketing Insider Group

NOVEMBER 8, 2022

Careless content marketing mistakes are costing businesses more than their monthly budget. Blindly navigating your marketing strategy can cause your content to capsize. Turn your mistakes into mastery and learn how to build an effective content marketing strategy that guarantees smooth sailing.

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Marketing Insider Group

MARCH 13, 2023

In spirit of 2023’s Oscar Awards, we’re naming 10 small businesses that we believe deserve recognition for the best content marketing. Every great business owner knows that committing to the best content marketing practices can take your profits to the next level. But what exactly are the best content marketing practices?

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KoMarketing Associates

SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

Content marketing can be a powerful way to build a foundation for your overall marketing strategy, create lead generation opportunities, and engage with your target audience. So it’s critical to take the time to create a strong content marketing strategy that can deliver relevant content to your audience.

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Marketing Insider Group

OCTOBER 16, 2023

The digital marketing world may continue to change, but one thing’s for sure: content remains king. And what sets great content apart from the rest? In-depth content marketing research. At its core, BuzzSumo is a tool designed to make your content marketing journey smoother and more informed.

Paid Content 258

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Marketing Insider Group

JUNE 2, 2021

Content marketing is one of the fastest-growing professions in the business world today. This beginners’ course in content marketing will take you from the bare basics to having marketable skills that can help you command a better salary or grow your business. Why Should I Learn Content Marketing?

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Martech

MARCH 22, 2024

As organizations continue embracing AI-driven approaches, marketing leaders should be empowered to push the boundaries of innovation and drive better results with less manual, time-consuming effort — but it requires thinking beyond basic applications. These days, they’re adding more AI features to help retrieve detailed insights more easily.

Marketing AI 91

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Marketing Insider Group

DECEMBER 16, 2020

‘Tis the season to believe in the holiday spirit AND the power of content marketing. If you’re new here, content marketing is a business opportunity to reach and convert new customers. Chances are, you believe in content marketing. You’re ready to hop on the Content Marketing Express.

Paid Search Agency 282

Paid Search Agency Content Marketing Planning Budget Programs 282

Contently

JULY 27, 2020

Every marketing leader on earth needs to focus on developing their team’s content muscle if they want to thrive. In-person events make up over 20 percent of B2B marketing budgets on average, and upwards of 50 percent inside many organizations. Content from brands is going to get better as a result.

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Scoop.it

APRIL 11, 2024

Current trends indicate marketers rate webinars as an effective channel for brands to connect with a target audience. According to On24 , 66% of marketers say their sales teams prioritize leads generated by varied webinar strategies. In addition, 99% of marketers cite webinars as key to their plans.

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Marketing Insider Group

JANUARY 21, 2020

Budgeting is never a fun process. However, it’s necessary to budget for your content marketing program, so that you’ll know exactly what funds and resources you’ll be working with in the new year. And you don’t have to start from scratch, as we’ll be sharing how to budget for your content marketing in 2020.

Budget Programs 290

Budget Programs Paid Search Agency Content Marketing Planning 290

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. Content marketing isn’t going anywhere. A documented marketing strategy is essential.

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Marketing Insider Group

SEPTEMBER 29, 2020

But if you don’t put careful thought into the content of your company blog, it’s a waste of time and money. The creators behind the best company blogs take the time to understand the needs of their audience before crafting content to fit, as these content marketing examples show. Quick Takeaways. Duplo Play Ideas.

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KoMarketing Associates

APRIL 21, 2021

Although many marketers have begun exploring content marketing to incorporate it into their strategies, new research indicates that those in the technology sector are lagging behind. Furthermore, just 46% say that their organization’s content marketing is sophisticated/mature.

Marketing & Strategy 169

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Industrial Marketing Today

NOVEMBER 17, 2021

I just received an advance copy of Manufacturing Content Marketing Benchmark, Budgets, and Trends (Thanks, Amanda!) published by the Content Marketing Institute (CMI). Refer to my post, Industrial Marketing: What. This is only a content summary. Refer to my post, Industrial Marketing: What.

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Contently

NOVEMBER 22, 2021

Very quickly, high-quality, engaging content became an absolute necessity for most businesses. This awoke a sleeping giant: content marketing. 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.

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Convince & Convert

JANUARY 8, 2014

Marketers are evidently enthusiastic heading into 2014… about everything. A fascinating new study was released this morning from Salesforce ExactTarget Marketing Cloud (a client of Convince & Convert ). Can You Increase the Budget for Everything? If So, Please Call Me. I believe something else is afoot here.

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Tomorrow People

MARCH 8, 2021

A strong, strategic brief is vital for effective content. The importance of a strong brief in for content. Great marketing content doesn’t happen by accident. In this guide, we’ll provide a step-by-step rundown of how to build out a highly effective brief for any content marketing asset.

Planning 177

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Marketing Insider Group

AUGUST 20, 2020

How do you get attention for your brand without overspending on resources in a saturated market? ’, which means placing high organically on Google for important keywords in your market. To do this, you must commit to the craft of content marketing. The Problem: Startups Start from Behind in Saturated Markets.

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ClearVoice

JANUARY 26, 2024

At ClearVoice, we understand that not all people are content people. Heck, not all marketing people are content people. Marketing is the tip of the spear for driving growth and new customer acquisition. Even in mature businesses, it’s tempting to funnel a lot of budget into short-term, paid campaigns for quick wins.

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Contently

AUGUST 11, 2022

When these words start to appear, conventional wisdom tells businesses to cut their marketing budgets. As multiple researchers have found over decades of studies, stopping your marketing efforts during tough times is a mistake. How content marketing leads to meaningful ROI. It turns out that advice is dead wrong.

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Marketing Budget Content Marketing Planning Paid Search Agency 173

Marketing Insider Group

JANUARY 27, 2020

Unless you’re independently wealthy, you’re going to need some way to market your business. The best way to do that – and statistics back it up – is content marketing. That’s the power of a robust content strategy. Quick Takeaways: Content marketing is the most cost-effective way to get the word out about your startup.

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SmartBug Media

MAY 8, 2023

B2B content marketing should be an essential focus to connect with your customers. The goal is to create content to solve a prospect’s potential problem or to educate or inspire them so your brand is top of mind when they choose a solution or product. The more variety you include in your B2B marketing content, the better.

Marketing Strategy 98

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Content Marketing Institute

SEPTEMBER 30, 2020

In its 11th year, the annual Content Marketing Institute B2B research delves into industry benchmarks, budgets, and trends. But this year we added one more category – how you and your peers responded to the pandemic and plan for the new normal. Continue reading → The post 2021 B2B Content Marketing: What Now?

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Martech

SEPTEMBER 16, 2022

And, in our hyper-connected world where everyone is fighting for attention, good content is what drives good experiences. . Businesses use content marketing strategies to generate brand awareness, educate prospects and customers and establish credibility. How important is personalization in content marketing?

Digital Asset Management 128

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ClearVoice

OCTOBER 21, 2022

Marketing is Essential During a Recession. It’s tempting to cut back on your marketing budget, but data shows that is actually not a good idea. According to a new report from Analytic Partners , if you cut back on marketing spending during a recession, your competitors may swoop in and steal your business. Click To Tweet.

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Pam Didner

SEPTEMBER 13, 2022

Content is vital in B2B marketing, especially in a long purchase cycle. Yet, most B2B content marketers face challenges demonstrating their work’s ROI (“return on investment”). The best way to quantify content ROI is through demand generation and sales. Proactive co-own key success metrics.

ROI 91

ROI Effectiveness Planning Content Marketing 91

Martech

MAY 18, 2023

The health of your business is highly dependent on your marketing strategy. In turn, your marketing strategy’s success depends on your content’s quality and substance. Customers overwhelmingly rely on a company’s content for purchasing decisions. Your content marketing is similar.

Sales Management 126

Sales Management Top of Funnel Content Marketing Paid Search Agency 126

Only B2B

NOVEMBER 30, 2020

According to CMI, around 42% of the B2B marketers think content. marketing is an effective way to attract more leads and 69% think content is the best way to direct mailing and PR. Hence the phrase ‘Content is the king’ flaunts itself in its way. What is outbound Marketing? What is outbound Marketing? .

Paid Content 127

Paid Content Paid Search Agency Content Marketing Planning 127

Martech

NOVEMBER 4, 2021

As a result, customer experience with content is a top metric of success in many marketing organizations. Customer expectations today are rising at rates that we’ve never seen,” said Anjali Yakkundi, Vice President of Product Marketing and Strategy at Aprimo, at our recent MarTech conference. Image: Gartner and Aprimo.

ROI 143

ROI Content Marketing Planning Gartner 143

Sharpspring

JANUARY 11, 2023

2022 gave marketers a run for their money as consumers tightened their belts and re-evaluated their spending. It means that businesses that are paying attention to the marketing lessons learned in 2022 will have a much easier time reaching their goals. Keep reading to dive into the content lessons marketers are taking into 2023.

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Marketing Insider Group

MAY 18, 2021

Employee content marketing just might be the missing link to meet all these demands – and many more. Take this stat on video marketing, for example. 54% of customers say they’d like to see more video content from brands – more than any other type of content. That’s why employee content marketing is so important.

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Content Marketing Planning Webinar Metrics Content 276

Content Standard

JULY 14, 2021

Once your content marketing needs outgrow your internal capacity, it’s time to start looking for outside help. Before you kick off your search for the perfect content marketing partner, though, your business must first look within itself to understand its marketing goals and needs.

Advertising Agencies 137

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ClearVoice

DECEMBER 9, 2022

Every year there is a new list of top content marketing trends in the marketing world. From virtual community-building efforts to topical authority and value-driven content, it’s been a busy year of marketing efforts. It’s not one of the top content marketing trends for brands large and small.

Marketing AI 105

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Contently

MARCH 30, 2020

A number of people have reached out to me asking for advice on how to protect their budget and make the case for content. Like many other marketing leaders, I’ve mapped out potential budget cuts in case the economic fallout from COVID-19 is worse than expected. The compounding returns of content.

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Paid Content Paid Search Agency Content Marketing Planning 194

ClearVoice

AUGUST 14, 2023

Launched by John Deere in 1895, The Furrow, also known as the “Journal for the American Farmer,” is one of the earliest examples of content marketing. The Furrow is still going strong, and so is content marketing. When done right, content marketing can help companies achieve several business goals.

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