Single Grain

APRIL 29, 2025

Google’s dominance in paid media is starting to show cracks. Recent projections indicate Google’s share of search-driven paid media in the U.S. This isn’t just a blipit represents a change in how marketers are approaching their digital advertising strategies.

Paid Content 52

Paid Content Paid Search Agency Cost Per Click Allocation 52

KoMarketing Associates

FEBRUARY 23, 2022

There are two main ways to approach LinkedIn — you can run paid advertising or you can post organic content from your LinkedIn company page. If you’ve considered LinkedIn ads before but aren’t sure where to start, this step-by-step guide is for you. How LinkedIn Ads Work — And Why You Should Use Them .

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Linkedin Paid Search Agency Ads Account Based Marketing 226

The Point

APRIL 16, 2019

Thanks to Spear Digital Media Director Tim DiSabatino for authoring this week’s post. Because costs per click in B2B search campaigns can often be extremely high when companies compete the for same keywords, Search Engine Marketing (SEM) for B2B advertisers offers its own very unique challenges.

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Cost per Acquisition Paid Search Agency Campaigns Cost Per Click 231

Sprout Social

JUNE 13, 2025

YouTube offers marketers a unique mix of reach, intent and influence. While paid campaigns offer detailed metrics, linking views to value is a common struggle. And when you run paid and organic strategies at once, it’s hard to determine which strategy is driving real impact.

Paid Content 107

Paid Content Youtube ROI Multi-Touch Attribution 107

Marketing Insider Group

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

Artificial intelligence (AI) and automation have emerged as transformative tools, allowing businesses to streamline operations, enhance customer interactions, and optimize their marketing strategies with unprecedented efficiency. However, as powerful as AI and automation are, they are only a piece of the larger marketing puzzle.

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Marketing AI Advertising Agencies Paid Search Agency Automation 130

Martech

JANUARY 28, 2025

Connected TV (CTV) is rapidly gaining traction as one of the fastest-growing media channels projected for 2025, thanks to its unique blend of big-screen storytelling and advanced digital targeting. CTV is not a pure bottom-of-funnel performance play. Much like linear TV (but more trackable), CTV is about storytelling.

Paid Content 114

Paid Content Paid Search Agency Advertising Agencies Branding 114

Webbiquity

OCTOBER 23, 2018

Being at the forefront of marketing sometimes requires shifting resources away from old practices. That’s why 52% of outbound marketers say their marketing efforts are “ineffective”. In fact, inbound marketing is starting to be used more than outbound marketing. What is Inbound Marketing?

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Inbound Marketing Paid Content Top of Funnel High Quality Lead 267

Single Grain

MAY 30, 2025

SEO and paid advertising are often on opposing sides, competing for a share of your marketing budget. This still overlooks a crucial truth: these channels serve different strategic purposes, and understanding their unique strengths can significantly enhance your marketing effectiveness.

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Paid Content Paid Search Agency Marketing AI Allocation 52

New North

JULY 26, 2024

Picture this: Your team is marketing a game-changing product and selling it to other organizations. But your target audience is inundated with ads. This is where B2B paid advertising comes into play — your secret weapon for reaching decision-makers and driving real business growth. Don’t worry, we’ve got your back.

Paid Content 52

Paid Content Paid Search Agency Advertising Agencies Marketing Budget 52

Sprout Social

JUNE 25, 2025

Economic uncertainty, the rise of zero-click search and an endless stream of content have intensified the pressure on CMOs to deliver results with fewer certainties. The traditional marketing playbook isn’t breaking through like it once did. Whether it’s paid, organic or creator-led, social investments are paying dividends.

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Paid Content Social Media Media Top of Funnel 88

Oktopost

JULY 8, 2024

67% of marketers admit they need an up-to-date understanding of their customers’ needs and preferences, which hinders their ability to meet demand generation objectives. The Rise of Social Media One of the most significant changes is the rise of social media as a powerful demand-generation engine. Why is this crucial?

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Optinmonster

JULY 24, 2024

As a content marketer, I’m always looking for competitor analysis tools that will give my company a leg up. Through my experience, I’ve identified some of the best tools available to help businesses analyze their competition and optimize their marketing strategies. What strategies are working for them?

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Single Grain

JUNE 1, 2025

Digital marketers are witnessing a shift in how paid advertising campaigns are created, managed, and optimized. According to recent industry data, 30% of agencies, brands, and publishers have fully integrated AI across the media campaign lifecycle ( IAB State of Data Report 2025 ).

Marketing AI 52

Marketing AI Cost per Acquisition Paid Search Agency Advertising Agencies 52

Webbiquity

NOVEMBER 5, 2019

The past two decades have brought disruptive technological change and radically reshaped B2B marketing practices. Traditional B2B marketing strategies relied heavily on direct and outbound methods. Cold calls, trade shows, direct mail, and print ads were the primary forms of marketing. Market size analysis.

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Optinmonster

JULY 18, 2024

If you’re looking for a proven way to boost traffic and increase conversions, then you need a video marketing strategy. of internet users aged 16-64 watch online video content at least once a week , according to an extensive report from We Are Social and Meltwater. What Is Video Marketing? Globally, 92.3%

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Paid Content Webinar Metrics Video Marketing Marketing & Strategy 98

Marketing Insider Group

AUGUST 8, 2023

Not only does this make it hard to keep up as a user, but it’s especially challenging when you’re trying to master the art of social media marketing. And, with the right tools and techniques, you can navigate this dynamic digital world of social media marketing like a pro. Advertising.

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Sprout Social

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

Social media has become a key part of the UK’s digital world. Its impact spans the entire business funnel, from customer engagement to strategic planning. The evolving role of AI: AI is becoming more prevalent in social media management, but ethical and strategic implementation is crucial.

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Marketing Insider Group

MAY 27, 2025

Every founder, marketing director, or head of growth has heard the same pitch a dozen times: paid ads are the fastest way to grow. According to data from WordStream, the average Google Ads conversion rate across all industries is just 4.4%. Its not that paid ads dont work. They have a spend.

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Paid Content Paid Search Agency Work Management Ads 157

Only B2B

JULY 24, 2024

A sales-qualified lead is the journey of potential customers through various stages, starting as a Marketing Qualified Lead (MQL) and progressing towards becoming a Sales Qualified Lead (SQL). So, where exactly do SQLs fit in the entire sales funnel? Creating the ICP requires collaboration between marketing and sales efforts.

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Sales Qualified Leads Ideal Customer Profiles Lead Ranking High Quality Lead 71

Marketing Insider Group

JULY 14, 2020

Although marketing has never been simple, one could argue that it has never been more complex than it is today. Platforms like social media and smartphones allow customers and brands to connect more than ever, while technology has turned marketing strategies upside down by making every decision data-driven.

Marketing & Strategy 276

Marketing & Strategy Marketing Strategy Ad Building Marketing Management 276

FunnelEnvy

DECEMBER 23, 2024

Marketing Qualified Leads (MQLs) fuel a successful B2B marketing and sales funnel. Without a steady flow of top-of-funnel MQLs, businesses struggle to sustain a robust sales pipeline. This post explains how to boost MQL volume by optimizing your top-of-funnel strategies.

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Single Grain

APRIL 27, 2025

Spending too much on your ad campaign can be easy without getting much in return. If your conversion rates are low or youre simply spending too much on advertising, it may be time to review your ad spending. Return on ad spend (ROAS) has become the north star metric for performance marketers looking to drive sustainable growth.

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KoMarketing Associates

APRIL 27, 2017

Search engine advertising – or PPC – is not typically associated with account-based marketing. However, marketing platforms and tactics continually evolve to provide new ways to nurture customers. However, marketing platforms and tactics continually evolve to provide new ways to nurture customers.

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Paid Content Account Based Marketing Tactics B2B Marketing 120

SocialPilot

FEBRUARY 3, 2025

Social media is no longer just a place to be. And building a strategic social media marketing funnel is the thriving secret for brands that succeed. billion social media users globally, your target audience is bigger than ever, but so is your competition. Now, lets dive into the only social funnel youll ever need.

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Top of Funnel Marketing Funnels Social Media Paid Content 76

Biznology

JUNE 13, 2017

I’m always asked about analytics and metrics when it comes to my earned media micro-influencer marketing campaigns, the campaigns that Dan Krueger and I produce for our clients at Gerr.is Done right, both social media engagement and influencer outreach are personal, person-to-person. Marketing trades in lists.

Social Media 179

Social Media Storytelling Social Marketing Work Management 179

Sprout Social

MAY 29, 2025

Social media ROI reports often present a challenge: a disconnect between available metrics and actual business impact. 15 social media ROI statistics and trends for 2025 The gap between what marketing leaders want and what teams can deliver will define social media ROI in 2025.

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Social Media Paid Content Statistics ROI 84

Sprout Social

MAY 7, 2020

You’ve got a limited social advertising budget but you don’t know where to drop it: Facebook or Instagram? While the two platforms do have overlapping users, the specifics of interactions and demographics are still different. Either way, the same ad running on both platforms won’t yield the same results. Ads management.

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WordAgents

MARCH 27, 2025

Creating content without results costs you money. You’re investing time, effort, and resources into content creation but not seeing the return you expected. Many businesses face this common challenge, wondering why their content isn’t attracting customers or driving growth. So, what is strategic content?

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KoMarketing Associates

OCTOBER 21, 2020

In my last blog we discussed the detailed ways B2B marketers can reach their target audience through paid advertising on LinkedIn. While there are several ad formats to choose from on LinkedIn, lead generation campaigns are one of the best ways to ensure conversions through LinkedIn advertising.

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Linkedin Sales Qualified Leads Lead Ranking Lead Scoring 221

SocialPilot

JANUARY 27, 2025

Social media for B2Bsounds tricky, doesnt it? But heres the catch: Creating a winning B2B social media strategy isnt just about posting your industry updates and calling it a day. Its about understanding your target audience, choosing the right social platforms, and creating content that resonates with decision-makers.

Social Media 97

Social Media Marketing Automation Services Webinar Metrics Budget Programs 97

Webbiquity

AUGUST 30, 2023

Once you understand the demographics, interests, and pain points of your potential customers—that is, once you have built your ideal customer profiles —you can start driving traffic your way. It covers the road down your sales funnel and interactions your customers have with your product after they complete the purchase.

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Ideal Customer Profiles Marketing Management Allocation Customer Satisfaction 258

Convince & Convert

MARCH 19, 2018

As organic reach dwindles, social media ads are becoming more and more appealing to marketers. In fact, social advertising budgets doubled from $16 billion in 2014 to $31 billion in 2016. Here, I’ll distill these lessons and apply them to social ads. Two-Cent Video Ads. Hyper-Focused Audience Targeting.

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Paid Content Paid Search Agency Top of Funnel Ads 148

Hinge Marketing

JULY 21, 2022

Improving your website’s search engine ranking has become more challenging than ever. Each time search engines update their algorithms, website traffic experiences a drop. Ads now dominate search engine results pages and offer higher click-through rates. The marketplace of digital content is more crowded than ever.

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Paid Content CMS Development Lead Ranking Work Management 125

Only B2B

AUGUST 21, 2024

This phrase comes to mind when choosing between Account-Based Marketing (ABM) and Lead Generation. But in reality-your business likely has several marketing initiatives running in tandem- each with distinct goals and audiences. If you want to maximize your marketing impact, you should consider—combining ABM with lead generation.

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Account Based Marketing Ideal Customer Profiles Lead Ranking Lead Scoring 71

Single Grain

APRIL 3, 2023

There are hundreds of active social media sites worldwide, and it can be tough to gauge which ones your brand should be on. Your brand’s target audience is already active on social media, whether you realize it or not. As of January 2023, almost 60% of the global population uses social media, averaging 2.5

Paid Content 98

Paid Content Social Media Advertisements Advertising 98

Onalytica B2B

NOVEMBER 2, 2017

Yesterday, we co-hosted our second Influencer Marketing Huddle workshop with OST Marketing here in London. Our first huddle was focused around getting started, while yesterday was more geared around identifying and engaging with influencers – the make or break stage of influencer marketing that too many continue to get wrong.

Work Management 202

Work Management Paid Search Agency Advertising Agencies Marketing Management 202

Sprout Social

MAY 26, 2020

With 2 billion unique users watching 1 billion hours of video every day, YouTube offers an excellent platform to market your business. Add that to the compelling nature of video in marketing and you have a winning combination. Marketing on YouTube is mainly about creating content to reach and engage a target audience.

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