Unbounce

SEPTEMBER 9, 2021

Before you can even learn more about the product, you get slammed with content trying to pitch you. Optimize your landing page for the top of the conversion funnel, where your customers are getting to know your brand. In 2021, more than a third of marketers told HubSpot that their top marketing priority was generating leads.

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Act-On

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

Sure, it’s always been there to some extent, but that pressure has recently increased, according to B2B marketers. A recent survey found that: 41% of marketers report they’re feeling more pressure to achieve a high ROI. Did they download an eBook, attend a webinar, or do something else? Hardly seems fair, right?

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BenchmarkONE

NOVEMBER 10, 2022

A marketing funnel is a visual representation of your customer’s journey from the moment they come in contact with your brand till they become a paying customer. Other marketers also refer to marketing funnels as purchase, conversion, and lead funnels, among others. Email Funnel.

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Webbiquity

MARCH 17, 2017

What is a Sales Funnel? Sales funnels are everywhere. Created properly, they help guide buyers naturally through their decision phases from awareness to interest to desire to action. This is the power of a sales funnel that’s ultimately designed to get sales. The Three Parts.

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SalesIntel

APRIL 24, 2024

Launching new products and exploring new markets is like embarking on an exhilarating adventure. But like any journey, success depends on having the right tools. Software with go-to-market (GTM) strategy tools offers powerful benefits such as automation, machine learning, and meticulous keyword research.

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Contently

DECEMBER 26, 2022

Content marketing ain’t easy… but isn’t that why it’s so valuable? 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. Are you meeting their needs?

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Act-On

APRIL 10, 2024

But not entirely unlike when a colleague sends you a link to a gated ebook, you give your contact info to download it, and then get a phone call from a sales rep the same day. You don’t want a demo of their software — you haven’t even had time to read their content yet. Luckily for marketers, lead scoring exists.

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Lead Forensics

APRIL 3, 2024

The next step is to figure out what type of content your target audience wants and will respond to at each stage of the buyer journey. Content Segmentation Once you have some ideas about the content you will supply, you need to start narrowing it down and hone in on your specific audiences even further.

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BOP Design

OCTOBER 1, 2019

B2B marketers often believe this statement: content marketing offers are leads. However, the issue they run into is that the sales team doesn’t believe content offer downloads are real leads. As such, the sales team doesn’t give the leads the time or attention they deserve. The lead signs a contract.

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Hubspot

MAY 5, 2021

Conversion funnels are a fundamental concept in sales. Personally, I like to visualize the funnel as that big scary slide you wanted to try as a kid. Customers take a similar journey through your company's conversion funnel when evaluating whether or not to buy from you. All leads begin at the top of the funnel.

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Act-On

APRIL 26, 2024

And if you jump into it without a solid strategy in place, you aren’t going to see game-changing results (or a happy sales team). In addition to marketing and sales, Suzy Balk, our Sr. Marketing Campaigns Manager, advises that product teams should be included in lead scoring. “If So let’s break it down.

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Webbiquity

AUGUST 4, 2020

With live events on hold for now, webinars have become a more popular channel than ever for communicating directly with sales prospects. But with seemingly everyone producing webinars now, how can you make yours stand out and attract busy buyers? You can try it for free with no credit card and no software to download.

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Lead Forensics

APRIL 3, 2024

The next step is to figure out what type of content your target audience wants and will respond to at each stage of the buyer journey. Content Segmentation Once you have some ideas about the content you will supply, you need to start narrowing it down and hone in on your specific audiences even further.

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Only B2B

MARCH 6, 2024

“The only metric that matters in marketing is how many qualified leads you generate every month.” ” – Seth Godin, Marketing Author and Entrepreneur Generating qualified leads is the heart of lead generation and contributes to your bottom line i.e. revenue.

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SalesIntel

AUGUST 17, 2022

Sales, by all accounts, is a perfect blend of art and science. A sales rep prospecting clients on the phone is pure art (that’s why some are good at it while others not so much) but deciding who to call is pure science (think CRMs and sales automation tools). What is a Sales Funnel? Create Content.

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Martech

MAY 3, 2023

As you’re walking away, rake in hand, a sales associate stops you and asks you to sign up today for a free home consultation to start your dream kitchen immediately and the option to sign up for a payment plan. Your customers feel this way when you put a demo CTA (call to action) at the end of every content you distribute.

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KoMarketing Associates

JANUARY 23, 2018

Most content marketers have two core beliefs about content: That “good” content (high-quality content) will outperform “bad” content every time, i.e. that good content gets more results. That good content takes more time to create than bad content. Time spent in creating content ?

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Contently

JUNE 29, 2017

Welcome to a special Fourth of July edition of Ask a Content Strategist, where I finally answer the question: What’s the ROI of wearing an American Flag romper all weekend in the Hamptons? So, how do you—or others—use article content to influence leads in the B2B process? I’ve lightly edited our exchange.

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ClearVoice

APRIL 17, 2024

This wisdom holds especially true for us marketers, whose responsibility is to drive growth and attract new customers. Fortunately, the journey toward these goals doesn’t have to be a solo adventure. Enter the magic of collaborative content. If you want to go far, go together,’ more times than you can count.

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ClearVoice

APRIL 17, 2024

This wisdom holds especially true for us marketers, whose responsibility is to drive growth and attract new customers. Fortunately, the journey toward these goals doesn’t have to be a solo adventure. Enter the magic of collaborative content. If you want to go far, go together,’ more times than you can count.

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Marketing Insider Group

NOVEMBER 9, 2020

Are you feeling pressure on your marketing budget? If you think you can’t stretch your dollars to meet all your marketing needs, you may actually need better allocation, not more money. The objective of marketing is to attract, engage, convert, and retain customers. Marketing Budgets Shifting and Changing.

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Act-On

APRIL 26, 2024

Marketing leaders are facing an unprecedented time with unprecedented demands: Wring every drop of value from generative AI. So let’s dive in — here’s what’s top-of-mind for these marketing leaders, along with some sage advice for their peers. Marketing — in this economy? Navigate ever-changing email privacy regulations.

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Webbiquity

APRIL 18, 2024

Image credit: Mikael Blomkvist on Pexels This also applies, of course, to B2B marketing. Ideally, marketers focus their time on performing high-impact tasks that need our knowledge, expertise, and experience. So, why not let B2B marketing automation take care of the rest? What is B2B Marketing Automation?

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Sharpspring

JANUARY 28, 2021

When it comes to marketing, it’s not enough to churn out content and hope for the best. You need to be able to offer relevant, personalized content that your audiences want to engage with. The best way to do that is through the effective use of CRM software. What is CRM Software? Benefits of CRM Software.

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Contently

APRIL 28, 2022

Many marketers use editorial calendars to plan their marketing campaigns and support their overall marketing strategy. For example, that new product feature you’re releasing next month might add a new workstream to the calendar as you create a set of content assets to support the launch. Get more people involved.

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Martech

DECEMBER 15, 2021

While most marketers know crafting high-quality campaigns should be a top priority, many struggle to find that sweet spot between value and efficiency. But creating high-quality marketing campaigns goes beyond a polished digital presentation. But it’s something that is top of mind for audiences, so that’s a driving factor.”.

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BOP Design

MARCH 30, 2021

Email marketing continues to be a fantastic method for nurturing B2B marketing leads. However, it’s crucial to be thoughtful about the types of emails you send, who you are emailing, and how often you are sending content to their inbox. For every $1 you spend on email marketing, you can expect an average return of $42.

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Madison Logic

MAY 15, 2024

Another includes the Pareto Principle, where 80% of your sales could simply come from 20% of your existing customer base. With so many opportunities within your customer base, no wonder B2B marketers are starting to emphasize building out a stronger retention strategy. Courtesy of Madison Logic.

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Sword and the Script | B2B

JUNE 8, 2021

Despite growing optimism, it would still take a giant leap of faith for any B2B marketer to sign a contract for a live event, tradeshow or conference right now. Most events of a marketing nature will remain virtual for the foreseeable future. Need help with marketing or PR? Email solicitations sent mid-week perform best.

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FunnelEnvy

JUNE 10, 2024

In the ultra-competitive SaaS digital marketing and B2B lead generation world, strategic social media and content marketing to generate leads is only the first step. Building trust with top-of-funnel visitors takes time. Source: Funnel Envy / ExactBuyer Case Study Sometimes its helpful to see an example in action.

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Optinmonster

JUNE 5, 2023

What is the best marketing automation software for small businesses? Marketing automation software can save you time, money, and energy when running your business. What is Marketing Automation Software? Marketing automation software is a web or computer program that automates repetitive marketing tasks.

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SmartBug Media

APRIL 28, 2022

The goal of using HubSpot smart content is to create a personalized experience for those visiting your website. Below, we have put together six best practices for HubSpot smart content that you can follow when developing your next piece of smart content. Where are they in the buyer’s journey? Adapt by Persona.

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Vidyard

JANUARY 8, 2021

Your next sales kickoff or training event is going virtual for 2021. And as with any year, you’ll likely focus on soft skills, the sales process and using new technologies. Help Your Remote Sales Team Shine. Virtual Sales Training Resources. Sales Gravy: Virtual Selling Skills Bootcamp. Get the Kit.

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Oktopost

JULY 15, 2020

Not a bad zinger, but here we are four years later and LinkedIn is widely acknowledged as an invaluable resource not just for headhunters and job seekers, but for marketers and sales professionals too. For B2B marketers, the importance of LinkedIn cannot be overstated. Why LinkedIn Lead Generation is Perfect for B2B Marketing.

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Stevens & Tate

JANUARY 3, 2020

When it comes to the B2B sales funnel, there are three main stages : awareness, consideration and the decision stage. The funnel represents the journey that the customer takes from start to end. However, the B2B sales funnel isn’t necessarily set in stone. The Lead Generation Stage.

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Parse.ly

JANUARY 28, 2021

Eighty-eight percent of your prospective customers are researching your company before they ever contact you, and they’re doing that through the content you put out online. joined up for a webinar to share their 2021 content strategies and how they set their teams up to hit their company goals. Table of Contents.

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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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