Tiecas

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

Industrial marketing for manufacturers is complicated, with many moving parts that must mesh together to produce measurable and sustainable results, i.e., generate better quality leads that turn into sales opportunities. See How Manufacturers Can Use Content for Differentiation and Create a Competitive Edge ).

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Marketing Interactions

OCTOBER 8, 2020

Most marketers treat content like a tactic, not a product offering. Links to the next part of the story, process, or thinking about how to solve the problem or, in the case of customers, what to do now that they’ve solved the original problem. The Job of Sales Content. Sales content must focus on creating buying intent.

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Zoominfo

MARCH 31, 2024

Key Steps Ghostwrite an executive email : The sales team can tee C-level officers up for success by drafting key outreach messaging for them — an open-ended ask for help with the account becomes one more to-do on their already busy calendar, but a compelling outreach draft makes approval and sending easy. Schuck says. “If I’m not the AE.”

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Webbiquity

NOVEMBER 8, 2022

With social proof, prospective customers get an in-depth look at a product or service without wading through direct marketing or sales-focused copy. Case Studies : These are the B2B equivalent of product reviews. There may be cases where a customer’s content is great but the image quality is not. Key Takeaways.

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Marketing Insider Group

JULY 1, 2020

As new business slowed (and in many cases came to a screeching halt) due to C-19, many companies have shifted their focus to existing customers. Now, sales and marketing want to increase customer engagement to make sure that their program is not cut as the C-suite looks to conserve cash. For example… 1.

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Content Standard

DECEMBER 6, 2023

I learned from a survey of their target executives that their challenge wasn’t differentiators or an understanding of their value prop. We’ll be using a recent study from the Healthcare Financial Management Association (HFMA)—but don’t tune out because you’re not in the finance space.

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Martech Advisor

NOVEMBER 12, 2019

Case studies are an excellent medium for building a story around your product or service. In this quick guide, we discuss: What is a case study in marketing? A five-step case study marketing plan. Examples of case studies from Google to inspire you. What Is a Case Study in Marketing?

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Salesforce Marketing Cloud

JUNE 14, 2023

Today’s buyers come to the sales process more informed than ever, looking for in-depth information specific to their needs. In fact, 81% of sales reps say buyers increasingly conduct research before they reach out, according to the latest State of Sales Report. But not always. The next step?

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Marketing Insider Group

DECEMBER 18, 2023

You must both become and remain creative throughout the marketing process to stand out in a competitive market — even when promoting a complicated or confusing product. If you find yourself tasked with marketing a complex product, start by setting that product aside and studying the target audience. That last bit is important.

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Adobe Experience Cloud Blog

APRIL 13, 2016

Author: Amy McCarthy At Marketo, I work with our partners to list them on our LaunchPoint Partner Ecosystem and connect them with our sales teams. But before our partners can get introduced to our sales teams, we require them to provide at least two case studies. A case study can provide all of this information and more.

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Inbox Insight

MAY 24, 2024

When considering outsourcing your lead generation , selecting the appropriate partner is not just imperative—it’s critical for fueling your sales pipeline and enhancing your ROI. Without vetting potential vendors, there’s a tangible risk of allocating budget towards low-quality leads, affecting your sales funnel.

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Biznology

JUNE 29, 2018

is the question posed in an article by Tamara Schenck about about CSO Insights’ 2018 Buyer Preferences Study. Many buyers have already identified a solution before engaging with sales. So, what are the implications for sales communication content, and for video content in sales communication particularly?

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Top of Funnel Video Marketing Differentiation Case Studies 184

Launch Marketing

JULY 6, 2022

From defining the target market to outlining marketing and sales tactics to reach the audience and more, a go-to-market strategy has it all. Here are four tactics for developing an effective SaaS go-to-market strategy. Consideration: This stage is about nurturing prospects and further educating them on your key differentiators.

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Tiecas

MARCH 21, 2024

Longer sales cycles, complex technical products, and a highly analytical buyer persona are just a few factors that set it apart. Probably the most common complaint that I hear from Sales is that “Marketing just doesn’t understand engineering problems, and they generate ‘crappy’ leads that are not ready to buy.”

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Top Rank Marketing

JUNE 5, 2024

In a space where it can be especially tough to differentiate and be found by your audience, a well-crafted content strategy can be your key to breaking through. Long sales cycles: Signing up with a SaaS provider is a major investment (financially and operationally), making it a heavily-scrutinized decision. Let’s talk about how.

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SmartBug Media

JULY 28, 2023

In today's competitive business environment, it's crucial to find effective tactics that speed up lead-to-opportunity conversion in the deal pipeline. If you're looking to maximize your sales potential and close deals faster, this blog post is for you. Get ready to take your sales game to the next level!

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Salesforce Marketing Cloud

FEBRUARY 19, 2024

What you need is an easy-to-understand sales playbook to guide your team to victory. We’ll walk through everything you need to know to create the right mix of winning plays that guide your sales team to big wins. What you’ll learn What is a sales playbook? Learn more What is a sales playbook?

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Webbiquity

JANUARY 19, 2023

Marketing to professionals, such as doctors or lawyers, will often involve tactics borrowed from both sides. Companies that are looking for products or services with which to assist their own operations will typically have or assign a “product champion” to conduct research on solutions and manage the sales relationship.

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Zoominfo

JULY 23, 2020

Think of warm leads as the window shopping of sales. The creme de la creme of leads, hot leads are ones that are qualified, highly interested in your product, and ready for direct contact from a sales rep. Hot leads should also immediately be contacted by a sales team, as they will want to close a deal sooner rather than later.

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DiscoverOrg

APRIL 25, 2017

Sales and marketing teams that buy into myths about data providers miss out on serious business value. Myth 1: Contact lists = sales intelligence. Fact: Sales intelligence is more than a list of names and numbers. Sales intelligence includes a depth of information that is both accurate and predictive. Us either.).

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FunnelEnvy

JANUARY 8, 2024

Unsurprisingly, artificial intelligence is the big news for B2B SaaS marketing and sales in 2024. Yet while generative AI is transforming B2B SaaS marketing, the other big news is not about tech disruption but about people – specifically about the sales experience buyers want now.

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Oktopost

MARCH 4, 2024

In this highly competitive and saturated market, SaaS companies must continuously meet their KPIs, drive customers down the B2B funnel, and ensure they stand out from their competition. The goal is to implement a range of top, middle, and bottom-of-the-funnel marketing activities covering every funnel stage.

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Ideal Customer Profiles Top of Funnel B2B Marketing Marketing & Strategy 62

SalesGrape

JUNE 5, 2024

Use real-life examples and case studies to support your claims. Case Study: Effective Use of Outbound Calling to Deliver a Value Proposition To illustrate the effectiveness of outbound calling in delivering a value proposition, let’s consider a hypothetical case study of a software company providing a project management tool.

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Tiecas

APRIL 5, 2024

Implementing hit-or-miss content marketing tactics is not likely to produce the results you want. The hurdles in industrial marketing strategy for manufacturers can seem daunting because the long and complex sales cycles involve many stakeholders, from engineers to purchasing and executives.

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Lake One

JULY 18, 2023

One such strategy is leveraging the power of HubSpot , a comprehensive marketing, sales, and customer service platform. In order to thrive in such an environment, manufacturers need to overcome these challenges and differentiate themselves from competitors.

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Heinz Marketing

MAY 31, 2023

By Karla Sanders , Engagement Manager at Heinz Marketing In the fast-paced world of B2B marketing, businesses often face difficult times characterized by slowing win rates and longer buying cycles. One key strategy that can significantly impact B2B success in such times is sales enablement.

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Convince & Convert

MAY 19, 2016

I don’t mean to get personal here, but do you have a leaky sales funnel? Are you losing some customers somewhere along their journey from initial contact to final sale? Or is your sales funnel fully clogged, in need of middle-of-the-night emergency attention that’s costing you a fortune? Feature Study.

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Tiecas

MARCH 11, 2024

Common mistakes include prioritizing aesthetics over functionality, lacking compelling content, or neglecting alignment between the website and your existing sales process. Clear, differentiated core messaging is the cornerstone of a successful industrial website redesign. They need solutions, not sales pitches.

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Marketing Websites High Quality Lead Case Studies Paid Search Agency 98

Heinz Marketing

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

While marketing teams are often tasked with crafting compelling messages to reach their target audience, there’s a valuable resource they sometimes overlook – their sales counterparts. Sales teams are on the front lines, engaging directly with customers and gaining invaluable insights into what resonates with them.

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Tiecas

APRIL 23, 2024

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. For more on these challenges, see my earlier blog post, “Industrial Lead Generation for Sales – It’s Complicated!”

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Adobe Experience Cloud Blog

MARCH 19, 2020

In the modern marketer’s race to capture buyer attention and create meaningful experiences, differentiation is more important than ever. . Digital tactics are effective, but too much can create noise, drowning out your brand message and leaving consumers with the negative side effects of digital overload. Demand Generation.

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B2B Digital Marketer

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

Unveiling Strategies to Amplify Sales Through Effective Customer Testimonials Explore the untapped potential of leveraging customer success Welcome to this insightful podcast episode where we explore the untapped potential of leveraging customer success for new business growth and opportunities.

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Hubspot

JULY 22, 2018

Accurately depict the purchasing process. Differentiate based on value. How can I differentiate myself from the competition?”. Below are the 10 essential selling skills you need to succeed in sales today -- all extracted from the study's findings. Top 10 Sales Representative Skills.

Work Management 101

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Ledger Bennett

MAY 7, 2020

Have you ever wondered how sales and marketing fit together? What someone meant when they talked about the funnel? Well, we’ve put together a complete guide for you to learn all about the two different types of funnels we utilize daily. What is a Marketing Funnel? Marketing Funnel Stages: Top vs Bottom.

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Only B2B

JUNE 23, 2022

The terms leads, prospects, and opportunities are frequently used synchronously in B2B sales, despite the fact that they truly have distinct meanings. However, it also makes it lot simpler for you to determine where a potential client is in the buying process and how to effectively move them along.

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Lead Forensics

APRIL 2, 2024

This blog equips you with 50 common sales objections, categorized for easy reference, along with effective responses to turn those objections into stepping stones towards closing the deal. Use case studies to show how similar companies saved money by implementing your solution. The key lies in having a response strategy.

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Salesforce Marketing Cloud

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

Looks like you’re ready to make a sales call. The most successful sales calls include tailored presentations and focus on building trust with prospects by addressing their unique pain points. As celebrated entrepreneur Siva Devaki noted, “Sales is not about selling, but about building trust and educating.”

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