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How Virtual Events Can Outperform In-person Events to Drive Sales

Biznology

Even traditionally schmoozy get-togethers like trade shows and conferences can be outperformed by online versions in important ways: More attendees. Still, according to a 2021 Forrester study , most marketers admit to having a tough time replicating the “compelling storytelling and lead-generating aspects” of in-person events.

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Sales Intelligence Tools: A Guide to Predictive Prospecting

Zoominfo

Analysts from Forrester found companies that implemented a B2B sales and marketing intelligence solution realized 35% more leads in their pipeline and 45% higher-quality leads, leading to higher revenue and growth. At trade shows and events, sales professionals can collect as much contact information as possible.

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Show Me the Numbers: Hard Data on Internet Use and Media Spend

Customer Experience Matrix

Summary: Here are links to about twenty studies with statistics on online media consumption and advertising spend. Many are contradictory, but it's clear that marketers need to invest in social media, which might eventually replace search as the primary way that customers find them. How are people actually spending their time online?

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Content is the new currency—and your invitation to the dance.

Sales Engine

Prior to 2005, marketing pumped out literature, placed ads, and developed media connections. They went to trade shows and gave away trinkets in exchange for business cards. Forrester states that up to 90 percent of the buyer’s journey now happens before someone gets in contact with short-listed companies.

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How to Use Marketing Budget KPIs for Decision-Making

SmartBug Media

Take inventory of every technology, vendor, and advertising or media cost that count against your budget. trade shows), competitive pressures, and staffing considerations as they go through budgetary planning. Marketers should account for swings in seasonality, one-time large costs (i.e.,

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5 tips for building your personal brand in 2022

Seismic

With fewer in-person events and conferences, sales reps continued to use social media to engage new customers. Social media is a differentiator because it gives buyers confidence that they’re having an authentic experience with a real person. Analysts from Forrester and Gartner garner large audiences from the industries they cover.

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5 tips for building your personal brand in 2022

Seismic

With fewer in-person events and conferences, sales reps continued to use social media to engage new customers. Social media is a differentiator because it gives buyers confidence that they’re having an authentic experience with a real person. Analysts from Forrester and Gartner garner large audiences from the industries they cover.