Marketing Insider Group

OCTOBER 16, 2024

We all know that consumers are using social media to interact, but the tool’s reach is far greater than that. B2B social media marketing builds connections between businesses through platforms like LinkedIn, Twitter, and Facebook, helping companies reach key decision-makers and industry influencers. As more B2B buyers turn to social media for research and recommendations, having a strong presence can drive brand awareness and generate more leads.

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Martech

OCTOBER 16, 2024

We have some big news to share with you. As a reader of the MarTech website and newsletter and an attendee at the MarTech Conference, you’re part of a community of marketers created by Third Door Media, the company that built and continues to invest in MarTech and its sibling brands Search Engine Land and SMX. Today, our company takes another step in its maturation.

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SendX

OCTOBER 11, 2024

Have you ever used any email marketing software? If you have, odds are you know that nailing the ideal plan down from the various offerings can be difficult. You will need to look at the features from your email marketing goals and budget viewpoint.

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Salesforce Marketing Cloud

OCTOBER 14, 2024

The speed of innovation in the world of AI — and specifically, generative AI — is continuing at a breakneck pace. With the technical sophistication that’s available now, the industry is rapidly evolving from assistive conversational automation to role-based automation that augments the workforce. In order for artificial intelligence (AI) to mimic a human-level performance, it’s vital to understand what makes humans most effective at completing jobs: agency.

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The rise of AI and the fall of the cookie are profoundly changing programmatic advertising. With Chrome’s third-party cookie deprecation looming, the industry must adapt. With an overwhelming array of new and old technologies, many advertisers feel uncertain about how to proceed. Dstillery CEO, Michael Beebe, outlines a straightforward 4-step approach to streamline and enhance your post-cookie targeting strategy: Leverage first-party data.

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SocialPilot

OCTOBER 15, 2024

If you’re here looking for Buffer pricing, you are most likely trying to figure out whether it fits your needs without overpaying. Whether you are a social media manager managing a few social media accounts or you need it for your business to manage multiple platforms, you must pick a social media management tool that is flexible and valuable, and whether Buffer fulfills all that you need or not.

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Marketing Insider Group

OCTOBER 16, 2024

Consumer behavior has changed radically over the past 20 years. Driven by advanced technologies, buyers are now exploring a variety of channels to discover, evaluate, and purchase goods and services. In fact, Impact Marketing and Public Relations estimates it takes at least six touchpoints to make a sale — and those touchpoints tend to take a criss-cross journey across diverse digital sites.

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Martech

OCTOBER 15, 2024

We make purchase decisions based on whether or not we trust brands. For low-cost items, we may be willing to take a risk, but for major purchases, trust is key. For B2B offerings, trust is the top selling point for decision-makers, as their motivation is almost always to avoid the blame that comes from making the wrong choice. The true foundation of marketing lies in building brands that create demand but also build trust.

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Contently

OCTOBER 17, 2024

In less than a year, Google’s “25 Years in Search” video racked up a whopping 353 million views on YouTube. And that’s not by accident. Humans are hardwired to share content that reflects their identity, evokes emotion, makes them feel nostalgic, or connects them to others. Google’s video taps directly into these impulses, resulting in irresistibly shareable content.

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Oktopost

OCTOBER 10, 2024

Endless streams of online content are eroding our attention spans. What buyers, either B2C or B2B, scrolling through TikTok and buyers perusing LinkedIn have in common is that hordes of marketers are always clamoring for their attention. And we can already see the impact of this steep competition. Comparing year over year, many professionals report that overall post reach on LinkedIn has plummeted by 66%, while average engagement dropped by 16%.

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Elevate your webinar game with WorkCast's Ultimate Webinar Handbook! Packed with insights from our seasoned webinar experts, this comprehensive guide is your go-to resource for mastering the art of B2B webinars. Learn the fundamentals, from defining webinars to exploring their benefits and diverse use cases. Discover the key elements of running a successful webinar, avoiding common mistakes, and making your sessions more engaging.

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SendX

OCTOBER 10, 2024

How much does ConvertKit cost? Know about ConvertKit pricing, their free plan, integrations, handling of unsubscribers, discounts, and refund policy. Updated for 2024.

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Marketing Insider Group

OCTOBER 15, 2024

Digital campaigns have taken off in the world of nonprofit fundraising, and it’s not hard to see why. According to NextAfter’s 2024 Fundraising Benchmark Report , digital-first organizations (those that consider digital platforms as “the primary point of engagement” with their audiences) are growing 12.7% faster than the average nonprofit. In addition, in 2023, donors acquired online were 48% more valuable than offline-acquired donors in terms of total revenue generated.

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Martech

OCTOBER 15, 2024

The following checklist distills actionable strategies for digital marketers from Lotame’s “The 2024 State of Data Collaboration: A Global Perspective” research report, fielded by Cint. It’s designed to enable smarter, faster and easier decision-making for forward-thinking marketers. Key takeaways from the research Data challenges : 98% of marketers and agencies face barriers in data orchestration and utilization.

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Content Marketing Institute

OCTOBER 10, 2024

Are you happy with the content and marketing tools your organization uses? Or does it feel like something’s missing? If so, you’ll probably find it on this list of overlooked martech tools (and resources) that Content Marketing World speakers recommend.

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In the B2B marketing toolkit, white papers can be a powerful option for reaching decision-makers and experts, presenting them with interesting information that improves their perception of your organization's competence and thought leadership. That said, a poorly executed whitepaper will not only be unable to influence your desired audience but will also come with significant costs that other assets won't incur.

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Oktopost

OCTOBER 14, 2024

If you’re looking to build your personal brand or inspire your advocates to do the same, tune into this episode for practical tips and actionable strategies. Listen to the Podcast: Or subscribe on Spotify , Apple Podcasts , or YouTube Watch the live recording: Episode Summary “We’re living right now in an era where people are understanding that being active and being themselves on social media for the sake of their career growth is incredibly important.

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Thinkers360

OCTOBER 10, 2024

Find and work with the World’s Premier B2B Thought Leaders, Advisors, Analysts, Authors, Influencers & Speakers (100M+ followers combined). Join Enterprise Lite to work with all of these experts! Announcing the Thinkers360 Top Voices EMEA 2024 We are thrilled to introduce the second annual Thinkers360 Top Voices Award, a prestigious recognition that celebrates the outstanding contributions of our thought leaders within the Thinkers360 community.

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Marketing Insider Group

OCTOBER 15, 2024

Paid media advertising has become an important part of digital marketing strategies, allowing businesses to reach new customers and see measurable growth. Through platforms like Google Ads, social media, and display networks, businesses can instantly gain visibility and engage with target audiences. In this beginner’s guide to paid media, we’ll break down the fundamentals of paid media and highlight its benefits for marketers.

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Martech

OCTOBER 14, 2024

Best of the MarTechBot showcases the MarTechBot’s responses to prompts submitted by readers. See more about how marketers are using MarTechBot here. The language model is based on content from MarTech embedded on top of ChatGPT. The editors of MarTech selected this response for its usefulness and have supplemented it with additional relevant content.

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Content Marketing Institute

OCTOBER 16, 2024

Travel Oregon’s inclusive, one-team content and marketing approach inspires visitors, uplifts communities, and drives revenue. Find out how — and why its content leader Mo Sherifdeen made the B2C Content Marketer of the Year finalist list.

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Sprout Social

OCTOBER 10, 2024

Which social media networks should your brand focus on? Not too long ago, the answer may have been, “as many as your team can handle.” But times have changed. Social media management is evolving rapidly, and consumers are becoming more discerning about where they engage. They now turn to different platforms for different purposes—whether it’s customer care, entertainment or staying informed.

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Navigate the Channel

OCTOBER 17, 2024

The world of search marketing is constantly evolving, and 2025 promises to be an exciting year for digital marketers. In this article, we will delve into the trends and strategies that will define search marketing in the coming year. From the increasing influence of voice search to the growing importance of user experience, we will explore the key factors that businesses need to consider to succeed in the ever-changing digital landscape.

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Ahrefs

OCTOBER 14, 2024

Sometimes, it’s a short-term play, like an ecommerce store creating buzz before launching a new product. Other times, like with B2B marketing, it’s a long-term play to engage out-of-market audiences.

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Speaker: Jeff Tarran, COO, Gunderson Direct & Margaret Pepe, Executive Director of Product Management, U.S. Postal Service

Learn the secrets to direct mail success for growth marketers! Industry veterans Jeff Tarran and Margaret Pepe are here to delve into how direct mail has completely evolved in recent years, and has rightfully earned a seat at the table alongside the email and digital marketing plans of SMBs, enterprise companies, and agencies as they look into strategy for 2024 and beyond.

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Martech

OCTOBER 16, 2024

Meet ADMaP. That’s the Attribution Data Matching Protocol just released by IAB Tech Lab for public comment. The protocol is aimed at enabling advertisers and publishers to share and measure conversion data without exposing user-specific information. The protocol adopts Privacy Enhancing Technologies (PETs) like Private Set Intersection (PSI) and Trusted Execution Environments (TEEs).

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Content Marketing Institute

OCTOBER 11, 2024

Media consumption isn’t like it used to be. Online videos beat TV viewing, and YouTube bests Netflix in market share. People spend a big chunk of time on user-generated content on social. In this terrain, what’s a marketer to do?

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CMSWire

OCTOBER 11, 2024

Ever really wondered where this whole customer experience thing began? Wonder no more. Continue reading.

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Loyalty 112

Launch Marketing

OCTOBER 17, 2024

The conceptualization and launch of a new product is an exciting, yet high-pressure situation where almost 95% of new products miss the mark. Often times these failed launches happen because companies do not know how to effectively position the product and convey its benefits, which is critical to its short- and long-term success. How can you effectively market your new product to ensure success and growth?

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Navigating the waters of sustainability reporting disclosures and regulations can be intimidating, to say the least. With various measures set in motion in 2023 to keep companies accountable, there is a lot in store for brands’ impact communication in the upcoming year. 3BL is kicking off this January with our Navigating ESG Comms Through the Cosmos - Capricorn Edition by highlighting the impact of: The U.S Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Climate disclosure rules The European Commission

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BOP Design

OCTOBER 17, 2024

Being a marketing leader in a B2B business isn’t always a walk in the park. As they say, it’s lonely at the top – when you’re in a leadership position you don’t always have peers to discuss ideas with or lean on for advice. Don’t worry, your friends here at Bop Design have your back. The post New Year, New Wins: Planning Essentials for B2B Marketing Leaders appeared first on Bop Design.

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Martech

OCTOBER 11, 2024

Here’s a question to consider: Does it take more than 250 touchpoints to close a B2B SaaS deal in today’s world? That’s a lot of touchpoints. But B2B software sales are incredibly complicated things. They involve a lot of people. Any sizable B2B SaaS deal includes: A buying committee. Influencers (not the ones you see on TikTok, but old-school influencers).

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Schubert B2B

OCTOBER 17, 2024

As we approach 2025, B2B digital marketing becomes less about finding leads and more about wooing them like the perfect dinner date. It’s not enough to get their attention — you’ve got to charm them and keep them coming back for more. Businesses that want to grow need smart strategies to get ahead of the pack. Ready to turn heads? Here are the top six B2B marketing trends you’ll want to cozy up to this year. 1.

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