markempa

MAY 8, 2007

Im honored that the B2B Lead Generation Blog was chosen as todays Typepad featured blog. Their write up is quite glowing (aw-shucks) and its fun to be recognized. And, Im even getting a cool t-shirt to boot. Thanks TypePad !

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NOVEMBER 1, 2006

In this month’s issue of Target Marketing , I wrote the cover article on " What’s a Lead? This article also emphasizes the critical role that the (often overlooked) phone plays in the lead qualification process. Read Target Marketing: What’s a Lead? Read Target Marketing: What’s a Lead? That’s not always true.

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JULY 16, 2007

BtoB Magazine: Effective search strategies July 16, 2007 | Permalink TrackBack TrackBack URL for this entry: [link] Listed below are links to weblogs that reference Inquiry management and search marketing strategy : » Moving from Monologue to Dialogue. This post from the B2B Lead Generation Blog caught my eye for some reason.

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JANUARY 24, 2007

MB) January 24, 2007 | Permalink TrackBack TrackBack URL for this entry: [link] Listed below are links to weblogs that reference Podcast: Use Feedback to Boost Lead Generation : » B2B Lead Generation Blog from wagg.it Listen to podcast now (MP3 16:55 min 5.5 It is import. Now what do you do? You’re not alone.

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markempa

SEPTEMBER 12, 2007

Critical Success Factor #9 Effectiveness 8 Critical Success Factors for Lead Generation 2.0 Call for speakers: MarketingSherpa’s B2B Marketing Summit 5 dials to tune in your lead generation process Recent Comments Copyright This work is licensed under a Creative Commons License.

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markempa

AUGUST 29, 2007

Do you think a typical marketer or sales person (who isnt a good “networker” already) can build relationships and generate sales leads for their company from a social networking tool? Why or why not? We were in a big meeting discussing some marketing initiative or other, a. And if not, should you start?

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markempa

AUGUST 24, 2007

Read More] Tracked on September 06, 2007 at 12:24 AM Comments Closed Loop Marketing Isnt Software I recently spoke with a reader who was struggling with his closed loop marketing process. I also passed along this recent article " Closed Loop Marketing " by Greg Anderson. I asked him where he thought the b.

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markempa

APRIL 19, 2007

If you provide your prospects with high quality thought leading content as part of your lead nurturing process , then you will find that your prospects are calling you first when they are ready to buy. Paul also writes the insightful Buzz Marketing for Technology Blog. This year hes going to do over 120 podcasts!

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markempa

MAY 9, 2007

On June 6th, I’m doing a webcast on a multimodal approach to lead nurturing as part of ON24s Wednesday Webcast with Experts Series. I hope you can make it. Register here. companys focus.

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markempa

AUGUST 16, 2007

And Ive got a lot of great feedback and questions. You can now watch the recorded archive Thank you to ON24 for sponsoring and to the AMA for hosting the event.

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markempa

APRIL 18, 2007

As a result there’s been a surge of interest in software and tools to manage the process of lead management, lead nurturing and lead generation with a greater emphasis on measurability. recent exchange he had with Brian Carroll on his B2B Lead Gene. recent exchange he had with Brian Carroll on his B2B Lead Gene.

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markempa

AUGUST 22, 2007

August 22, 2007 | Permalink TrackBack TrackBack URL for this entry: [link] Listed below are links to weblogs that reference Off topic: Response to meme - 8 Random Things About Me : Comments Off topic: Response to meme - 8 Random Things About Me Ardath Albee, over at Marketing Interactions , tagged me for a meme "8 random things about me.

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markempa

JUNE 28, 2007

Implementing the 4Ts can help you get the most out of the Internet in your b-to-b sales and marketing efforts, and can help improve the alignment between sales and marketing within an organization.”

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markempa

NOVEMBER 22, 2006

Brian Carroll at B2b Lead Generation links to an article at MarketingProfs titled: Five Proven Ways to Waste Money with Pay-Per-Click-Advertising (free regn required).

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markempa

JANUARY 23, 2007

If youre a small business owner (or plan to be one in the future) youll want to put this book on your reading list. It’s great. If you decide to get a copy, you should check out his bonus offers. Ill be posting my Amazon review soon.

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markempa

MARCH 30, 2007

I’m looking forward to learning with you as I interview leading experts (and ask your questions) to get the latest contemporary thinking on lead generation. Stay tuned!

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markempa

MAY 13, 2007

Bryan replies, "So many companies are still scraping the bottom end of their sales funnel while many potential prospects are left unsold. The soution?" " Continue reading at ClickZ: The Difference Between ROI and Marketing Accountability.

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markempa

AUGUST 17, 2007

You might also find value in my recent webinar on lead nurturing relevant. Do you have any other lead nurturing content ideas that youd like to share? This is by no means a comprehensive list of ideas but it should get you started.

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markempa

AUGUST 1, 2007

Categories B2B Telemarketing Books Cold Calling CRM Current Affairs Direct Marketing Email Marketing Event Marketing Human Touch Lead Generation Lead Management Lead Nurturing Lead Qualification Leadership Marketing Strategy My Podcast Personal Messages Podcasting Public Relations (PR) Referral Marketing ROI Measurement Sales Sales Leads Social Media (..)

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markempa

MAY 18, 2007

Train your sales people on how to optimize your lead generation investment and give your feedback. Centralize the lead qualification process. Share lead generation best practices amongst the sales team. Develop a marketing program that helps the sales team sell at a personal level. Please share your thoughts and comments.

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markempa

JULY 9, 2007

I recommend asking the following question, “Can marketing continue to nurture this opportunity until they are more sales-ready or is this a situation best handled by a salesperson?” This is why communication and cooperation between sales and marketing is so important.

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markempa

DECEMBER 6, 2006

Read More] Tracked on February 07, 2007 at 10:39 AM Comments Where do Your Email Newsletters go? from From the Innovators Desk I know that we can get a lot of information from newsletters, but it is a pretty cumbersome way to get our information.

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markempa

MARCH 6, 2007

Thank you to ON24 Inc. a for sponsoring this event as part of their new Wednesday Webcast with Experts series.

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markempa

JULY 10, 2006

Every salesperson loves leads. And [Read More] Tracked on July 06, 2007 at 10:01 AM Comments Sales Leads Are Too Valuable For Sales People Alone David Meerman Scotts blog post, " Sales Leads Are too Valuable for Sales People ," is worth a read.

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markempa

FEBRUARY 28, 2007

Read More] Tracked on March 01, 2007 at 07:44 AM Comments On giving away ideas I had coffee with a potential partner and our conversation ebbed to a discussion about marketing philosophy and lead generation. If you’re fluent with ideas, as most design people are, you don’t have to be fearful. " Again, its not the car.

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markempa

JULY 5, 2007

Heres some "on-topic" resources for selling your ideas in the workplace: How to Sell an Idea is a concise and well written guide on selling ideas. Selling your ideas: A critical executive skill is another good resource on selling ideas.

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DECEMBER 21, 2006

Read More] Tracked on October 29, 2007 at 06:20 PM Comments Budget Wars: Sales & Finance vs Marketing I look at the challenge that marketers often face when it comes to getting their budgets approved by finance and I wonder why does it have to be so hard?

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markempa

MAY 21, 2007

Instead, seek to create the most relevant database possible which contains the right companies and contacts that influence the buying decision. In the beginning, you won’t have all the data you need. Be patient and youll build the opportunity profile over time.

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markempa

JUNE 13, 2007

BTW - You can read more about trigger events in Chapter 5 of Lead Generation for the Complex Sale or search my blog archives for " trigger event." " Also, Jill Konrath has some great information on trigger events (geared for sales people) in her book Selling to Big Companies and her blog too.

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markempa

MARCH 30, 2007

Keep your database it current and you won’t have to worry about buying more questionable business cards and youll see better ROI from your lead generation investment.

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markempa

JULY 7, 2006

Read More] Tracked on January 19, 2007 at 02:41 PM Comments Closed Loop Feedback: The Missing Lead Generation Huddle In team sports, the huddle is crucial to the success of the team. Neither Salesforce.com nor Sugar CRM are.

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markempa

JUNE 8, 2005

Read More] Tracked on October 09, 2007 at 08:57 PM Comments Using thought leader content as a lead generation tool Demonstrating your expertise gives you an edge to combat commoditization by attracting more business and proactively building your reputation.

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markempa

MARCH 2, 2007

Expect your sales team to follow up on each lead promptly. Measure sales lead acceptance and follow up by sales team. Read More] Tracked on April 04, 2007 at 03:56 PM Comments Going beyond the sales lead Ultimately, the purpose of B2B marketing is to help the sales team sell. Close the loop with your sales team regularly.

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markempa

APRIL 12, 2007

By implementing closed-loop-feedback huddles, I’ve watched clients increase revenue from marketing leads, improve lead conversion and help more sales people meet quota. Some clients dont have the infrastructure in place to map the ROI on leads deliv.

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markempa

JULY 30, 2007

To Follow the Leads July 30, 2007 | Permalink TrackBack TrackBack URL for this entry: [link] Listed below are links to weblogs that reference 9 1/2 Ways. to Generate and Follow Leads : Comments 9 1/2 Ways. to Generate and Follow Leads Often people are looking for a single superior tactic to give them all the leads they need.

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APRIL 24, 2007

April 24, 2007 | Permalink Technorati Tags : dating , lead generation , lead nurturing , referrals , word of mouth TrackBack TrackBack URL for this entry: [link] Listed below are links to weblogs that reference On Lead Nurturing: Looking for a "hot" date? Take time to nurture your existing customers too.

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