Salesforce Marketing Cloud

DECEMBER 5, 2023

To discover the best place to launch an AI app, Prakash Kota, senior vice president and CIO at Autodesk , started by defining use cases and user personas: “We have an engineering persona, employee persona, and a sales persona, and we’re talking about the outcomes we want to achieve with those,” he said.

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SmartBug Media

NOVEMBER 16, 2020

But did you know that 65 percent of B2B marketers have not established any lead nurturing? Know Your Personas. Before you can create scalable lead nurture workflows, it’s important to identify your buyer personas. Before you can create scalable lead nurture workflows, it’s important to identify your buyer personas.

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Adobe Experience Cloud Blog

NOVEMBER 12, 2018

As a marketer, it’s important to understand privacy as it is part of the customer experience. In this blog, I’ll tell you about what a walled garden is and why it’s a myth, how to engage with customers, and what a privacy forward strategy looks like for marketing teams & their customers. . The Myth of the Walled Garden.

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xiQ

AUGUST 4, 2018

Recently a “self-proclaimed” marketing influencer and “guru” described Account-Based Marketing by using the analogy “if marketing automation is a car then Account-based Marketing is a truck. Creative minds and technology vendors have taken over and now ABM definitions abound. Unifying Strategic Sales and Marketing.

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Sage Marketing

APRIL 9, 2024

Rather than limiting the role, the concept of a Fractional CMO in the context of “Marketing as a Service” for SaaS companies represents an evolution in how strategic marketing leadership is leveraged and integrated within fast-paced, growth-oriented environments.

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xiQ

AUGUST 4, 2018

Recently a “self-proclaimed” marketing influencer and “guru” described Account-Based Marketing by using the analogy “if marketing automation is a car then Account-based Marketing is a truck. Creative minds and technology vendors have taken over and now ABM definitions abound. Unifying Strategic Sales and Marketing.

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Account Based Marketing Marketing Automation Services B2B Thought Leadership Ideal Customer Profiles 59

ANNUITAS

JANUARY 8, 2015

Now that you’ve selected your marketing automation platform (MAP), it is time to implement. Marketing automation is not a one size fits all approach and each implementation must be done to align with the current business systems and processes currently in place. Perhaps a webinar or data enrichment vendor?

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Content4Demand

OCTOBER 6, 2021

We recently gathered 10 intent data experts and power users and collected their tips and insights in The Content + Data Connection: 10 Top Marketing Executives Explore the Rewards of Integrating Intent Data into Content Strategies. Today, we’re speaking with Randy Brasche, VP of Marketing at Folloze. What have they done?

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Salesforce Marketing Cloud

OCTOBER 10, 2023

There are guidelines and rules that determine who does what and when, from kickoff to when the game clock runs out. With a clear sales cycle in place, however, this engagement looks a little different: The same rep reaches out to a prospect on LinkedIn who fits the company’s buyer persona. Probably not.

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Zoominfo

OCTOBER 21, 2021

Through consistent processes, leaders derive quick insights on how its sales organization attacks their market. Ultimately, the absence of proper guidelines for engaging leads and prospects makes it difficult, if not impossible, to clearly understand the levers that determine what turns them into actual paying customers.

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Televerde

JUNE 12, 2018

While this summary covers high-level guidelines, it’s important to consult a GDPR expert for details of compliance. Here are some easy guidelines to follow: . Are you using it for marketing purposes? Are you using it in analytics to create or maintain persona profiles? But bad data is a negative value.

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Content Standard

APRIL 29, 2021

Content marketing partners help brands expand their reach, elevate their messaging, and get in front of new audiences. Often, these partnerships begin with a brand’s willingness to share insights, aspirations, and information to help content marketing partners succeed. Who are their challengers?

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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? Lead gen occurs within the second stage of a marketing funnel—meaning it happens after marketers have attracted an audience and are ready to hand them over to the sales team. What does a “good lead” look like anyway? What is a Lead?

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PathFactory

SEPTEMBER 10, 2019

When 24,000 influencers, marketers, salespeople, researchers, and agency executives flock together for an event like INBOUND, it’s hard to imagine that a common theme will emerge from the chaos. I kept hearing it from almost every B2B marketer I spoke with at INBOUND 2019, too. Get Experience market fit. Remove Friction.

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Engagio

MARCH 28, 2018

Every day, new idea, new vendors and new stories about ABM are coming out. At Engagio, we are privileged to work with some of the most forward-thinking marketers in the ABM space. From CMOs leading a company’s strategy to practitioners on the front lines, it’s time to highlight amazing marketers. Learn, optimize, and repeat.

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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? Lead gen occurs within the second stage of a marketing funnel—meaning it happens after marketers have attracted an audience and are ready to hand them over to the sales team. What does a “good lead” look like anyway? What is a Lead?

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Sales Management Lead Generation Lead Ranking Sales Qualified Leads 177

Hubspot

APRIL 13, 2021

The sponsor may invest in ads in the local newspaper, TV commercials, or other marketing efforts to help you gain exposure. Need food vendors or prizes? For one, associating with a company that has a positive brand image can be an effective way for a brand to improve its market perception. What are your marketing goals?

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Marketing Proposals Paid Search Agency Work Management Allocation 80

Valasys

DECEMBER 4, 2019

With 2020 right around the corner, the most obvious question in the minds of the B2B marketers remains what is the perfect time of the day to make a sales call in 2020? According to a study by Kissmetrics, marketers should contact their prospects within 20 minutes of their form submission or inquiry.

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Hubspot

APRIL 26, 2016

But have you really adapted your marketing plan to match the way today's customers shop and buy? What's a marketer to do to make sure your buyers find you early and often? Whether you're a newbie or experienced with market research, this guide will give you a blueprint for conducting a thorough buyer's journey study.

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Adobe Experience Cloud Blog

SEPTEMBER 15, 2015

Author: Stacey Thornberry Marketing has historically been seen as a cost center with marketers constantly working to prove ROI and fighting to be perceived as a profit generator. A marketing tactic that’s traditionally seen as one of the most pricy investments? How large is the database you’re marketing to?

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Hubspot

MARCH 19, 2022

What does your market look like? Pore through as much industry-relevant content as you can — whether that be through magazines, blogs, podcasts, or any other medium that can give you a fleshed-out picture of your market. You want to land on a product that has active demand, a breachable market, and viable logistics.

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Hubspot

MARCH 12, 2018

Hey [Prospect], Congratulations on your new role as VP Marketing. Talk to your prospect's vendors. Vendors are another resource to learn about a company. Make sure you get permission to use names when referencing vendors. Then, you're free to write, "[Vendor] asked me to email you to see if I could help."

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Seismic

JUNE 11, 2019

You will need to outline your business strategy, products and services; brand strategy and design guidelines; current martech stack, applications and systems features; and your content strategy and organization. In addition, it is always a good idea to look for a vendor that you can grow with.

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Seismic

JUNE 11, 2019

You will need to outline your business strategy, products and services; brand strategy and design guidelines; current martech stack, applications and systems features; and your content strategy and organization. In addition, it is always a good idea to look for a vendor that you can grow with.

Work Management 40

Work Management Marketing Management Marketing Automation Services Digital Transformation 40

The Point

APRIL 23, 2020

There’s plenty of debate online about the merits of marketing spend in a recession, but the reality is that many B2B firms are currently cutting back on large-scale investment. Audit your existing content library and map each asset by form factor, persona, vertical and funnel stage (early, mid, late). Audit nurture streams.

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Terminus

AUGUST 2, 2017

One of the biggest questions I’ve heard from B2B marketers this year is what kind of technology is needed to implement and measure account-based marketing , or ABM. Terminus is an account-based marketing software company , so it’s not as if we don’t have a stake in the game. Programmatic ABM. Bolt-On ABM.

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Madison Logic

DECEMBER 14, 2023

Anticipating future B2B marketing trends is crucial to campaign and strategy development. At a time marked by rapid technological advancements, unpredictable economic conditions, and continuously shifting consumer behaviors, staying ahead with the latest marketing trends is paramount to flexible marketing motions.

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Marketing AI B2B Marketing Marketing Automation Services Work Management 52

Anyword

APRIL 2, 2024

6 Questions to Ask When Evaluating Any Marketing-Specific GenAI Tool The GenAI landscape is evolving at lightning speed — especially for marketing teams. While it might be impossible to learn the specs of every new GenAI tool (there are over 9000 just for marketers !), Ask: was this tool purpose-built for marketers?

Enterprise Management 52

Enterprise Management Work Management Marketing Management Generation 52

Zoominfo

NOVEMBER 9, 2020

Marketing Funnel vs. Sales Funnel Resources. Through consistent processes, leaders derive quick insights on how its sales organization attacks their market. Its made up of the following: Total Addressable Market (TAM): The entire spectrum of prospective buyers who could potentially use a product — even the outliers. Enter, data.

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ClearVoice

JULY 17, 2023

Content marketing can play a vital role in the financial technology space. Learn more about content marketing mistakes in the fintech space and how to avoid them. Why content marketing mistakes in fintech matter While content marketing offers many benefits, it also comes with certain risks that organizations need to be aware of.

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Hubspot

JANUARY 3, 2018

A sales playbook is a document outlining your sales process; buyer personas; call scripts and agendas; sample emails; discovery, qualification, demo, and negotiation questions; proposal guidelines; and/or competitive intelligence guidelines. Buyer personas (a.k.a. What is a sales playbook? What are the deliverables?

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Kapost

MARCH 17, 2017

A merger and acquisition (M&A) often feels like a standard tactic in an ever-changing market based on product-market fit and the long-term vision of a company. While this sounds stressful, it actually provides a tremendous opportunity for marketers to take the reigns and create a world-class customer experience.

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Enterprise Management Webinar Metrics Paid Search Agency Marketing & Strategy 70

SalesIntel

AUGUST 22, 2023

Smart sales professionals and marketers have been aware of this for some time, and as a result, they have developed strategies to benefit from it. There are more options than ever before for reaching out to potential customers, from email and phone to social media and creative marketing campaigns. The need to feel unique is universal.

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SmartBug Media

MARCH 25, 2019

If you are an inbound marketer in the B2B space, you understand how much time and energy goes into planning and executing your marketing campaigns. Success not only requires a solid inbound strategy, but it also requires knowledge of the latest marketing, content, and design best practices. SmartBug Media™.

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Directive Agency

JUNE 2, 2023

Therefore, to become your buyer’s vendor of choice, you need to develop content assets and touchpoints that will guide their decision-making process toward your business. In fact, Google’s EEAT signals are part of their search guidelines. Today, we’re in the era of the self-serve buyer. Let’s break it down. Ungate most content.

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Ideal Customer Profiles Paid Content Top of Funnel SEO 52

Hubspot

MAY 12, 2022

Creating a defined personal brand is a great way to distinguish yourself in today's competitive market because it lets people understand who you are, even when you're not in the room. Yet it's worth the effort if you want to create a persona that attracts people to your inbox. Yes, personal branding takes time and work to get right.

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Personalization Brand Identity Branding Peer-to-peer 95

Content4Demand

MAY 6, 2021

B2B audiences spent a great deal of time reading—and sharing—digital marketing content. A majority of respondents (67%) want branded content directly from vendors, 63% trust content that’s co-branded and sponsored by one or more vendors, and 61% say content that’s sponsored by a vendor and authored by a third-party publication is credible.

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