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Turning B2B Influencers into Key Opinion Leaders

Atomic Reach

Key Opinion Leaders, better know as KOLs, often provide brands the competitive edge needed to win. Opinions vary on what makes key opinion leaders distinct from influencers. Forbes Council Member Rafael Schwarz draws a helpful distinction between experts, influencers, and key opinion leaders.

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How to Maintain Transparency in Agency-Client Relationships

BenchmarkONE

The reason behind any healthy agency-client relationship all comes down to trust, and that can only be built on a foundation of transparency. . So whether you are a branding or marketing agency, you need to be maintaining a transparent relationship with your clients, and here are five ways to get started. Set Clear and Specific Goals.

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Building in Public: How Transparency on the Internet Can Support Your Goals

Buffer

At Buffer, one of our values is ' default to transparency ,' which means that we're a glasshouse – everyone can see what's going on inside. Most people balk at the idea of transparency. This article delves into why you might want to take the transparent approach to goal-setting and achieving.

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How to Use Zero-Party Data to Level Up Your Content ROI

Marketing Insider Group

And because your audience voluntarily shares this data, the exchange establishes a sense of trust and transparency , ultimately nurturing the relationship they have with your brand. Featuring a poll or quiz on Instagram or LinkedIn is a great (and free) way to gain insight on consumer opinions. Take social media polls.

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How Webinars Can Help Build Transparency and Create a Sense of Authenticity

SmartBug Media

Strive instead for transparency and authenticity by doing the following: If you are throwing out facts or statistics, show the research to back it up. If you are stating an opinion, say so but tell your audience why your opinion is worth listening to. Stick with honesty, transparency, and authenticity in your webinar.

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9 Places to Source Authoritative Stats for Your Content Marketing

Marketing Insider Group

The journalistic protocol is to cite an original, authoritative source that is transparent about its methodology (like the description on page 41 in CMI’s annual B2C Content Marketing Report.) Also, most non-profits and charities are frequently audited by outside watchdogs to ensure integrity and transparency.

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B2B buyers see persistent problems with tech vendors

Martech

Buyers also have strong opinions about what they don’t want when working with B2B companies. The top deal-breakers include: Lack of transparency in fulfillment processes (48%). Dig deeper: 15 cutting-edge tools every B2B marketer should know What buyers don’t want. Supply chain issues/order delays (47%).

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