Contently

FEBRUARY 8, 2022

Fact : Consumers don’t fully trust corporations. But somehow brands still create elaborate marketing campaigns that don’t involve customers at all. I imagine {INSERT WELL KNOWN COMPANY NAME HERE} a marketing team meeting where everyone is coming up with their best ideas to sell their product. I know, I know.

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Contently

AUGUST 30, 2024

But with endless ads and marketing noise, it’s hard to get your story heard, especially if you’re using the same marketing tactics and jargon as your competitors. It’s not just about spinning a good tale; it’s about building trust and creating connections by allowing your customers to do the talking for you.

Storytelling 123

Storytelling Marketing Mix Paid Content Word of Mouth 123

Zoominfo

AUGUST 27, 2018

Modern customers demand authentic, valuable content over more traditional marketing content that resembles a sales pitch. So, how can marketers deliver the content buyers crave? It removes all bias from the equation and offers thoughts and opinions other customers can relate to and trust. Customers trust user-generated content.

User-Generated Content 221

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Heinz Marketing

AUGUST 20, 2020

By Lauren Dichter , Marketing Consultant at Heinz Marketing. How cool is it that the most effective way to market your B2B company is also the most cost-efficient way to market it? Word-of-mouth marketing is the single most compelling marketing tactic to date , and it always has been.

Word of Mouth 142

Word of Mouth Brand Identity Branding B2B 142

Adobe Experience Cloud Blog

APRIL 3, 2013

I happened to be looking for a solid mic to take with me on the road for interviewing marketing thought leaders for the Marketo blog and rock n roll bands for the music blog I write in my spare time (shameless plug), so this seemed like the perfect solution. is in my network and someone whose opinion I trust. What’s the takeaway?

Peer-to-peer 48

Peer-to-peer Word of Mouth Video Marketing Marketo 48

Smashmouth Marketing

OCTOBER 1, 2021

Just because your marketing team is sending a whole host of Marketing Qualified Leads down to the sales department, that doesn’t mean they are all ready and raring to buy. Only trust leads that come from Lead Generation people that you trust. And the first step to getting there is making sure you have a clean list.

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Sales Qualified Leads Marketing Qualified Leads Lead Ranking Ideal Customer Profiles 187

Zoominfo

OCTOBER 31, 2018

If you’re reading this post, you already know it’s important to keep a finger on the pulse of marketing for new, innovative tactics. B2B influencer marketing. Proven to increase brand awareness and drive lead generation, influencer marketing is a vital marketing tactic for many B2C brands. One such tactic?

Word of Mouth 153

Word of Mouth Peer-to-peer Zoominfo Paid Search Agency 153

KoMarketing Associates

OCTOBER 27, 2015

“Without a strategy, marketing is just stuff. As a marketer, before you can even think about a successful strategy, you must first identify and fully understand the target audience. However, most marketers will agree understanding today’s audience is easier said than done. The world has enough stuff, be intentional.”.

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Peer-to-peer B2B Word of Mouth WOM 120

Savanta

JANUARY 25, 2017

Mapping out the buying process is critical for anyone looking to market or sell in business-to-business (B2B) environments. Different scenarios will of course see a different buying process, but a recent survey of 118 B2B buyers by Circle Research reveals that there are similarities in the buying process across many B2B markets.

Buy 120

Buy Process Peer-to-peer Word of Mouth 120

Zoominfo

MARCH 6, 2019

There are more answers to that question than ever before, thanks to the variety of tools and channels at a modern marketer’s disposal. But, regardless of the products you sell or the space you sell into, nothing sways a person’s buying decisions quite like a recommendation from their trusted peers. What Is Referral Marketing?

Peer-to-peer 130

Peer-to-peer Work Management Word of Mouth Churn Rate 130

Hubspot

APRIL 5, 2021

To understand what peer-to-peer (P2P) marketing is, let's start with an example. Of course, I could've trusted the numerous influencers I follow on Instagram, all with strong opinions regarding the "best, most effective" options available. This isn't to say influencer marketing is ineffective. Enter: P2P marketing.

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P2P Peer-to-peer Budget Programs Word of Mouth 101

Sprout Social

NOVEMBER 9, 2016

Word-of-mouth marketing should be taken very seriously. Word-of-mouth marketing should be taken very seriously. BrightLocal discovered 88% of consumers trust written online reviews from customers just as much as they trust their own peer recommendations.

Social Media 103

Social Media Peer-to-peer Word of Mouth Planning 103

Adobe Experience Cloud Blog

JULY 24, 2018

Imagine living in a world where a significant portion of your marketing efforts was driven by your customers. This is the proverbial “holy grail of marketing” that marketers all over the globe search far and wide for. Enter customer marketing. So how do you bridge the gap from customer to advocate?

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Peer-to-peer Ad Building Word of Mouth Tips 107

Convince & Convert

JUNE 24, 2011

Word spreads fast (True or not). News about your peers, their activities and interests reached everyone like an organic virus. Don’t trust anyone over 30.” Even without all of today’s technology accelerators, I still think a teenager or tween on a land line can spread word of mouth at comparable speeds.

Social Media 151

Social Media Media Peer-to-peer Word of Mouth 151

chiefmartech

SEPTEMBER 14, 2024

Let’s start with the different resources you use to research and evaluate martech products: It’s no surprise: recommendations from friends and peers — the power of word-of-mouth — are by far the most helpful resource in evaluating martech products: 80.9% It’s a powerful marketing channel.)

Peer-to-peer 92

Peer-to-peer Buy Vendors Word of Mouth 92

Adobe Experience Cloud Blog

JULY 17, 2018

Peer-to-peer marketing is not only a viable channel you should be exploring, but it’s also one that has seen great success in both B2B and B2C marketing. Peer-to-peer marketing is not only a viable channel you should be exploring, but it’s also one that has seen great success in both B2B and B2C marketing.

Peer-to-peer 109

Peer-to-peer B2B Thought Leadership Thought Leadership Case Studies 109

EveryoneSocial

NOVEMBER 20, 2018

If your company works heavily with channel partners or has a few activated, having a strategic channel marketing strategy in place will be a top priority. And while there are many different tactics to apply to your company’s channel marketing plan, social media is actually one that needs to play a major role. Statusbrew ).

Social Media 103

Social Media Peer-to-peer Advertising Channels Social Marketing 103

Single Grain

JUNE 24, 2019

Normally, I tell these people “sorry, most marketing campaigns don’t work like that.” Buzz marketing, however, is as close as you can get to trying to create viral content, but it’s more reliable and typically has longer-lasting benefits than a single campaign that goes boom. So What Exactly Is Buzz Marketing?

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Buzz Word of Mouth Paid Search Agency Advertising Agencies 105

Sprout Social

JANUARY 26, 2023

Or maybe through word-of-mouth from a friend , family member or trusted influencer. Referral marketing is a powerful tool that can help you leverage your existing customers and fan base to build relationships with new ones. Think about your favorite store or business. How did you find it? Through Google search?

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Paid Content Advertising Agencies Planning Word of Mouth 135

Stevens & Tate

MARCH 8, 2022

Generational marketing is a type of marketing that targets the needs and desires of different demographic groups according to their age. With that in mind, the following is a guide on marketing to different generations. With that in mind, the following is a guide on marketing to different generations.

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Generation Brand Identity Branding Peer-to-peer 128

Unbounce

MAY 11, 2022

That’s right, even in marketing. Whether you’re new to a marketing role, still getting your foot through the door, or a master of the game—the forever-changing nature of the marketing world can get downright exhausting and, at worst, lonely. Trust us: We’ve been there. Cue the fog machine.]

Communities 133

Communities Word of Mouth B2B Thought Leadership Peer-to-peer 133

EveryoneSocial

AUGUST 27, 2018

Below, you’ll find the very best stats that apply to marketing, sales, human resources, and internal communications. You probably have noticed more publications, companies, and even experts in marketing or sales talking more about the power of employee advocacy. Employee Advocacy Stats for Marketing. Statusbrew ).

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Statistics Paid Content Peer-to-peer Stats 100

Hubspot

MAY 25, 2021

Branding sets you apart from competitors in a saturated market. Given this, branding helps you stand out from the crowd and gain an edge in an increasingly competitive market. For example, Coca-Cola doesn’t need to get the word out that they exist because their brand already has universal awareness.

Brand Identity 101

Brand Identity Branding Peer-to-peer Word of Mouth 101

Acrolinx

JANUARY 23, 2025

Are you in marketing? A lot of people talk about marketing and after-sales as if were still living in the 20th century and the internet never happened. The role of marketing in todays world Have a think for a second: What is marketing? Or are you in a customer services or support role? Many of them are on subscription.

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Service Effectiveness Paid Search Agency Customer Satisfaction 96

Vidyard

AUGUST 12, 2019

Every marketer’s dream is to turn their customers into brand ambassadors—or, at least, it should be! What about a recommendation from a peer? You guessed it: 62% of consumers search for online reviews before making a purchase and 90% of consumers trust brand recommendations from friends. Think about it.

Word of Mouth 109

Word of Mouth Trigger Marketing Peer-to-peer Amazon 109

Sprout Social

DECEMBER 9, 2021

Social media is nearly as common as TV or radio ads and word-of-mouth for learning about brands. The events of the past two years were a major influence on the upsurge. With social distancing and increasing remote work, consumers relied heavily on social channels to converse, engage and transact. Why is social commerce so popular?

Social Media 145

Social Media Media Word of Mouth Peer-to-peer 145

Golden Spiral

DECEMBER 13, 2018

Word-of-Mouth Marketing) to learn about companies, products, and services, but now we rely on online reviews, and their prevalence across the Internet has naturally made them part of our decision-making process. Like all things digital marketing-related, online reviews require a dedicated strategy if you want to do this right.

Peer-to-peer 96

Peer-to-peer Paid Search Agency Companies Ideal Customer Profiles 96

Martech

JUNE 21, 2023

But let’s face it — the “publish and pray” era of content marketing is long gone. Decoding employee advocacy Employee advocacy isn’t just a fancy marketing term. These are not faceless masses but real people who engage more readily because they trust the source of the content. Is it fair or even feasible?”

Marketing & Strategy 135

Marketing & Strategy Marketing Strategy Content Marketing Paid Search Agency 135

EveryoneSocial

JUNE 4, 2019

That could be through word of mouth, product reviews, creating content, or commonly through social media. That could be through word of mouth, product reviews, creating content, or commonly through social media. Looking to reach more audiences, connect with potential buyers, and create a tight knit team internally?

Peer-to-peer 74

Peer-to-peer Brand Identity Branding Word of Mouth 74

Influitive

OCTOBER 28, 2015

Trust is one of the most important factors in any relationship—especially business-to-business relationships where thousands or perhaps even millions of dollars might be at stake. This is why referral marketing programs can be so effective. As a result, reputation and word-of-mouth hold significant weight.

B2B Marketing 100

B2B Marketing Paid Search Agency Peer-to-peer B2B 100

Trade Press Services

JANUARY 29, 2024

Brand ambassadors are individuals who serve as the face of the brand and share less biased perspectives that are often more trusted by target audiences. Brand ambassadors are individuals who serve as the face of the brand and share less biased perspectives that are often more trusted by target audiences. What Are Brand Ambassadors?

Work Management 99

Work Management Brand Identity Branding Peer-to-peer 99

Convince & Convert

FEBRUARY 9, 2010

world-wide shows that just 25% of respondents said their friends and peers are credible sources of information about companies – a decline of 20% since a similar analysis in 2008. That’s why brands go to great lengths to humanize themselves on the social Web. A survey of 4,875 adults (500 U.S.) On the surface, it makes sense.

Social Media 118

Social Media Webinar Metrics Media Paid Search Agency 118

Optinmonster

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

By including social proof in your digital marketing, you can convince more of your leads to make a purchase. By showing them how much their peers love your products. That’s why all the big brands use social proof on their sites, on their social media, and in their email marketing. What Is Social Proof?

Social Marketing 116

Social Marketing Examples Peer-to-peer Case Studies 116

Hubspot

JUNE 8, 2017

Do you know what your non-marketing colleagues do all day? But while a colleague’s job might look different from our own, there’s actually quite a bit that we, as marketers, can learn from them. What Can Marketers Learn From a Channel Consultant? After all, that’s probably why the phrase, “put your blinders on” exists.

Work Management 101

Work Management Marketing Management Advertising Channels Advertising Agencies 101

Biznology

APRIL 14, 2014

You just can’t trust anyone anymore!! Sadly the level of trust around the world has declined dramatically over the past few years – just look at the way people see the government, CEO’s, foreign countries with corruption, our Congress, and many brands (company and product/service). You’re kidding!! source: Webbed Feet.

Brand Identity 80

Brand Identity Branding Peer-to-peer Ad Building 80

PureB2B

NOVEMBER 13, 2017

It’s crucial for marketers nowadays to adopt multichannel strategies and be where their customers are. Every business has specific dynamics and unique requirements in terms of their sales and marketing processes. Every business has specific dynamics and unique requirements in terms of their sales and marketing processes.

Lead Generation 86

Lead Generation Sales Qualified Leads Advertising Channels Word of Mouth 86

Oktopost

MARCH 22, 2022

Using peer-to-peer referrals to promote a business’s products and services is an excellent way for individuals to market to the people in their professional and personal networks. People are more likely to buy products they learn about from trusted friends rather than those they see in ads. Quick Links.

Word of Mouth 90

Word of Mouth Peer-to-peer Advertising Agencies Paid Search Agency 90