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5 Ways to Leverage Word-of-Mouth Marketing in a Digital Age

Zoominfo

But, despite the constant change, the following statement has held true for hundreds of years: No marketing tactic can match the influence of word-of-mouth. In fact, word-of-mouth is the primary factor behind 20% to 50% of all purchasing decisions ( source ). Therein lies the power of word-of-mouth marketing.

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5 Ways to Leverage Word-of-Mouth Marketing in a Digital Age

Zoominfo

But, despite the constant change, the following statement has held true for hundreds of years: No marketing tactic can match the influence of word-of-mouth. In fact, word-of-mouth is the primary factor behind 20% to 50% of all purchasing decisions ( source ). Therein lies the power of word-of-mouth marketing.

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8 Ways to Generate Word of Mouth Advertising for Your Small Business

Outbound Engine

It has often been said that word of mouth advertising is both priceless and free, and that is certainly the case. Studies have shown that consumers place a greater value on the direct buying experiences of their peers than on anything else. Focus on building your brand. Reach out to past customers.

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Buzz Watch 2/5: Advocacy Marketing

Integrated B2B

Combine this with reports that word-of-mouth recommendations from peers influence over 90% of B2B buying decisions (according to advocate marketing expert Influitive) and doing advocacy marketing starts to look very attractive indeed. This time, I’ll attempt to define advocacy marketing. Times have changed.

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Employee advocacy: The untapped goldmine in your content marketing strategy

Martech

We’re talking about your team, your most loyal supporters, donning the hat of brand ambassadors and spreading the good word about your company on their personal channels. People trust their peers and their friends. It’s word-of-mouth marketing, supercharged for the digital age. Is it fair or even feasible?”

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The Power Of B2B Referral Marketing Programs

Influitive

As a result, reputation and word-of-mouth hold significant weight. Customer engagement begins the moment a buyer spots a mention of your company on social media or hears about your product from a peer. When you’re seeking a new solution, who do you turn to for advice? This is why referral marketing programs can be so effective.

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Advocacy Marketing: The Simple Guide to Help You Succeed

EveryoneSocial

This buzz is created through social media, online reviews, and word of mouth. It should be of no surprise to you that marketing and the way your organization generates sales have altered over time. Sure, traditional digital marketing strategies still work and many are necessary items if you want your company to compete.