Act-On

APRIL 10, 2024

Luckily for marketers, lead scoring exists. Lead scoring helps organizations move prospects along their buying journey in a structured, strategic way — which is especially helpful considering how complex buying journeys have become. For marketing and sales teams, that handoff is a potential minefield.

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Rev

FEBRUARY 8, 2023

And every customer is a “converted” lead. But, not all leads will convert. Some may not fit your ideal customer profile and others may not be ready to buy. That’s where marketing qualified leads, or MQLs, come into play. What is a marketing qualified lead (MQL)? How do you identify an MQL?”

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Adobe Experience Cloud Blog

JULY 12, 2018

While the sales team thinks the marketing team shared only contacts (read, unqualified leads), the marketing team blames the sales team for not being able to convert all the excellent qualified leads they hand off. Not only this, sales reps ignore 50% of the marketing leads according to a study by the TAS Group.

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SmartBug Media

DECEMBER 4, 2019

At one point or another, every marketer, agency, business owner, and inbound enthusiast has asked this question: “How much of my organic traffic should really be converting into leads?” This question has good reason behind it: organic visit-to-lead conversion rate is a great benchmark of inbound success.

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Only B2B

JULY 28, 2023

Account-Based Marketing (ABM) has emerged as a powerful strategy to target and engage high-value accounts, resulting in Marketing Qualified Leads (MQLs). Additionally, retargeting ads can be deployed to reinforce brand messaging and maintain engagement with target accounts throughout their buying journey.

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ViewPoint

DECEMBER 12, 2017

Last week a prospect told me that he needed higher quality leads than were currently being provided by two third-party outsourced solution providers. His definition of a lead was the loosest that I have ever heard. An employee of a targeted company needed only to download some content to be qualified as a lead.

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Marketing Insider Group

JUNE 13, 2023

It seems like all you have to do is think about marketing and you’ll start seeing endless ads for companies promising foolproof lead generation. To that end, one of the most critical metrics is cost per lead. The BANT process can help you find higher-quality leads. How do you know which tactics work and who’s just blowing smoke?

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Mereo

MARCH 1, 2023

Many B2B organizations already practice some form or another of value selling — because most organizations understand they need to be driving key outcomes for buyers to succeed for the long-haul. And in this approach, they follow these five leading practices to elevate their efforts.

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ViewPoint

MAY 17, 2018

A senior marketing executive once got so frustrated with his sales counterpart that he offered the following choices for spending $100,000 on a lead generation campaign: Option. Vertical Qualified. Content Aggregator “Leads”. Sales Qualified Leads. The sales executive did not opt for 200,000 contacts.

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Zoominfo

DECEMBER 28, 2020

You’re about to get that hot lead on the phone. You’re armed with your prospect’s buying signals, right? What are customer buying signals? By definition, buying signals are the actions potential customers take that indicate they’re close to making a purchase. Your marketing and sales teams need both.

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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? While the B2B landscape may always be changing, lead generation will always be important.

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The Point

MAY 19, 2020

It wasn’t that long ago, when marketing automation first burst on the scene, that the height of lead nurture sophistication was the simple, automated sending of multiple, sequential emails. How does your current lead nurturing. Note: rarely, if ever, will one organization employ every one of these features.

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Contently

FEBRUARY 3, 2022

When someone in San Francisco types “house extension cost” into Google, five out of the top ten results will be from lead generation sites. Why lead generation works. Lead generation companies make a lot of money. monthly fee for access to these leads too, according to VadaliaRental.

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markempa

JUNE 13, 2017

So, who should own B2B lead generation: sales, marketing or both? Sales and marketing aren’t doing a great job of executing lead generation because they both believe it’s the others job. Companies don’t typically call what salespeople do “lead generation” or “demand generation.” Now it’s time for sales.

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Marketing Insider Group

DECEMBER 20, 2022

Let’s be honest, your lead generation strategy might need some work if it’s not producing ROI. The whole point of lead generation is to generate leads that close! In modern times, B2B and B2C consumers are overwhelmed by sales, advertising and marketing teams vying for their attention. In-person events.

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Adobe Experience Cloud Blog

APRIL 8, 2019

A “hot” prospect is ready to buy. Sales reps would get a good sense of how interested someone was in their company’s products or services by spending some time with them. Qualified leads would ultimately receive more attention—the sales rep might play 18 holes with them to help close the deal. What’s a lead?

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Contently

DECEMBER 26, 2022

Organizations are taking a more proactive approach to content these days as it relates to audience engagement, lead funnel growth, prospect nurturing, customer loyalty, and strong brand affinity. Organic Traffic: How many people found your content organically, without clicking a link on a paid ad or sponsored blog post?

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Marketing Insider Group

JULY 14, 2021

If it does, we’ve got to be honest: no matter how great your product is, your content isn’t going to capture many leads on its own. But your lead magnets? Lead magnets should always be high-value, specific, actionable, and accessible. What’s the Real Deal with B2B Lead Magnets? High Value.

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ANNUITAS

JANUARY 19, 2022

As early as 2017 two-thirds of buyers preferred finding information on their own instead of getting help from sales reps. That doesn’t mean that salespeople are no longer a valuable part of the buying process. It means that relying on a salesperson to guide a lead through all stages of the lifecycle is no longer effective.

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Webbiquity

MARCH 10, 2020

The best way to establish long-term connections is by generating organic interest and letting others engage on their own time and terms. Potential leads are constantly being bombarded by pop-ups and ads, fostering resistance and even resentment. Video marketing is valuable throughout the sales funnel. Explainer Videos.

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Martech

JANUARY 11, 2023

Does every B2B marketing organization need a marketing automation platform? Prospects are managing more of the buying process themselves. They are creating short lists of vendors by researching brand websites and social channels without ever speaking to a sales rep. Enhanced ability to generate more and better-qualified leads.

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Contently

APRIL 20, 2023

Content value is a superpower — and it’s not just because superpowers are few and far between. When you find the right metrics to prove the value of your content, you can showcase how important your work is to the organization. The analytics are crucial for providing insight into the value of your production.

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SnapApp

AUGUST 9, 2018

But often overlooked in the world of sales is the critical part the right sales-qualifying questions play in getting you to that coffee. The literally hundreds of blogs offering sample qualifying questions all boast anywhere from the 10 to the 70 questions everyone should be asking. Let’s get started!

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Zoominfo

MAY 14, 2018

In marketing, it’s common knowledge that lead quality is generally more important than lead quantity. And yet, marketing lead qualification remains a sticking point for many organizations. In fact, 61% of B2B marketers send all leads directly to sales, but only 27% are sales qualified ( source ).

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Only B2B

NOVEMBER 9, 2021

A marketing qualified lead (MQL) is one who has acquired a piece of content or connected with your marketing team but has not yet approached your sales funnel. A Sales Qualified Lead (SQL) is a lead that has been verified as a possible customer by your sales team. What Exactly Is A MQL?

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Tiecas

APRIL 23, 2024

Manufacturing lead generation is a perennial top priority for most manufacturers. To thrive, these companies must consistently attract qualified leads to fuel their sales pipelines. However, this sales-driven environment presents unique challenges for industrial and manufacturing marketers.

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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? While the B2B landscape may always be changing, lead generation will always be important.

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The Point

OCTOBER 15, 2019

If your organization is generating plenty of leads but those initial inquiries aren’t converting to sales qualified leads, meetings, or pipeline, a myriad of things could be at fault: 1) sales follow-up may be sub-standard in either cadence, frequency, or message. 2) lead nurturing. 2) lead nurturing.

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Martech

NOVEMBER 11, 2021

As a digital asset management (DAM) company, Brandfolder specializes in getting digital content organized and out in front of customers. Ultimately, I think it comes down to being consistent, which builds trust, and trust leads to brand recognition, and brand recognition all comes together for brand loyalty,” he said.

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MarketJoy

OCTOBER 10, 2022

You need to know how to manage it and ensure it never runs dry of leads. But effective sales pipeline management goes well beyond filling your pipeline with new leads. This is why you must qualify your leads before engaging them in what you have to offer. What is a Qualified Lead? Set a Sales Goal.

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The Forward Observer

MARCH 15, 2024

While this sounds like common sense, shockingly few organizations actually conduct business this way. is the founder and CEO of MarketingProfs, the largest B2B marketing training, consulting, and event company dedicated to helping large organizations, teams, and individuals execute marketing campaigns that drive actual results.

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Zoominfo

MAY 9, 2022

It wasn’t long ago that sales as an industry was driven largely by volume — more leads meant more prospects, which sometimes translated into more revenue. Today, sales is driven by insights. Why Do You Need a Sales Engagement Platform? A sales force is often among the most considerable expenses facing any business.

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Marketing Interactions

AUGUST 15, 2021

The sales folks who answered the post leaned toward the feeling that their time was valuable, and they weren’t inclined to waste it on those not ready to buy. Shouldn’t sending people who actively engage and show interest in solving the problem be the core qualification for a marketing qualified lead (MQL)? Here’s why.

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SnapApp

AUGUST 9, 2018

But often overlooked in the world of sales is the critical part the right sales-qualifying questions play in getting you to that coffee. The literally hundreds of blogs offering sample qualifying questions all boast anywhere from the 10 to the 70 questions everyone should be asking. Let’s get started!

Sales Qualified Leads 48

Sales Qualified Leads High Quality Lead Urgency Marketing Paid Search Agency 48

PathFactory

MAY 21, 2024

PathFactory is among many other platforms like Uberflip, Paperflite, Folloze, and Hushly that are leading the charge in revolutionizing how B2B marketers use content intelligence to streamline marketing operations and activate content. Let’s dive deeper into five of the leading content intelligence tools for B2B marketers right now.

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PathFactory

MAY 21, 2024

PathFactory is among many other platforms like Uberflip, Paperflite, Folloze, and Hushly that are leading the charge in revolutionizing how B2B marketers use content intelligence to streamline marketing operations and activate content. Let’s dive deeper into five of the leading content intelligence tools for B2B marketers right now.

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Sprout Social

FEBRUARY 7, 2023

Securing C-suite buy-in is essential to getting any new project off the ground. To communicate your vision in a clear and concise way, you need to lead with numbers. Other reasons included driving more qualified leads, establishing thought leadership and creating new networking opportunities.

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