Martech

JANUARY 29, 2024

Lead generation for B2B has undergone quite a transformation. Gone are the days when gating all content to meet quarterly MQL KPIs was effective. Today, digital platforms and data enrichment strategies are the status quo, reshaping how we identify, engage and nurture potential customers we’d like to have. But have we deviated too far from sustainable lead generation practices and become too reliant on pay-to-play databases to fuel outbound initiatives?

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Marketing Insider Group

JANUARY 8, 2024

A seismic shift is underway, brought on by one powerful acronym: AI. Artificial intelligence has evolved from a buzzword to a remarkable force, reshaping how B2B businesses connect with their audience, analyze data, and craft strategies. With the success of today’s marketers hinging on adaptability, integrating AI isn’t just an option—it’s a strategic necessity for growth.

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Trade Press Services

JANUARY 29, 2024

A brand’s success depends on its reputation, visibility, credibility and even popularity. But simply promoting a brand is not enough. To stand out from the competition, potential buyers are looking for credible and authentic input from real people who have worked with your company. That’s where a brand ambassador strategy can make a big difference. Brand ambassadors are individuals who serve as the face of the brand and share less biased perspectives that are often more trusted by target audienc

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CMSWire

JANUARY 29, 2024

Stay up-to-date on the latest in search engine optimization. Learn about SEO strategies, best practices and the latest updates to Google's ranking factors. Continue reading.

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Speaker: Carlos Hidalgo, Co-Founder & CEO of Digital Exhaust, Author, International Keynote & TEDx Speaker

Recent research shows that only 50% of B2B organizations state that they have good alignment between their marketing and sales teams. This lack of alignment tremendously impacts the ability to meet business goals, and is a limiting factor for building and maintaining customer relationships. While many B2B organizations continue to struggle with aligning their marketing and sales teams, they can take practical steps to unify both teams and simplify their overall approach.

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Navigate the Channel

JANUARY 8, 2024

The last time you took an objective look at your company’s business marketing strategy, what was your takeaway? What’s working? What are the reliable tactics that deliver? If using micro-moments, storytelling and video aren’t part of your plan, let’s re-visit these digital marketing trends and their importance in every business strategy now. Micro-moments Micro-moments are a prevailing trend in digital marketing, redefining the way brands and consumers engage in a zipper-paced, mobile-centric

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PureB2B

JANUARY 16, 2024

Let's delve into the profound significance of generating high-quality leads and why they are the lifeblood of sustainable growth.

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Marketing Insider Group

JANUARY 2, 2024

Social media isn’t the king of the castle anymore. That’s right – we’re first hand witnesses to the decline of social media as the go-to source for driving web traffic. This isn’t just a blip on the radar. It’s a wake-up call for content marketers and publishers everywhere. While social media platforms are still bustling with activity, boasting billions of users worldwide, there’s a twist in the plot.

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Salesforce Marketing Cloud

JANUARY 17, 2024

When you’re a customer Service Star, staying ahead of the curve isn’t just an advantage — it’s an absolute necessity. You get the pivotal role technology plays in shaping the future of customer service. And you understand the need for building community with others who know what it’s like to walk in your shoes. If you’re looking for new ways to connect with your peers, the Salesforce Service Trailblazer Community is a great place to start.

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CMSWire

JANUARY 26, 2024

Discover the latest content marketing trends shaping 2024: AI's role in content creation, the rise of video consumption and evolving platform strategies. Continue reading.

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Oktopost

JANUARY 8, 2024

If you’ve ever been overwhelmed by all the data coming from social media, Oktopost’s latest update is about to change everything. Introducing our new and improved Oktopost Homepage – A fully customizable dashboard empowering data-driven teams to measure the impact of social immediately upon logging into Oktopost. Filled with the social metrics that matter most to your organization, the new Homepage experience consolidates all your reporting in one spot, ensuring a continuous pulse-check on you

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Martech

JANUARY 3, 2024

Marketers will continue to engage with audiences on social media through advertising and organic social campaigns. The space continues to diversify, with more user-generated content inspired by the emergence of TikTok in recent years. And for consumers with money to spend, there are new ways to shop through social commerce. How will these opportunities shake out in the upcoming year?

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PureB2B

JANUARY 25, 2024

Any old blog content is and could still be king. Here’s how repurposing old content can bring in the gold with content syndication.

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Marketing Insider Group

JANUARY 8, 2024

Let’s face it, relying solely on AI to produce great content for humans is a bit like expecting a robot to write a bestselling novel – it may be possible eventually, but we’re definitely not there yet. However, ChatGPT can serve up some pretty good starting points. At Marketing Insider Group, we know the importance of adding extra flair to our content, and ChatGPT has proven to be a fantastic sous-chef in the content kitchen.

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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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Salesforce Marketing Cloud

JANUARY 29, 2024

If you build it, they will come. That famous quote from Field of Dreams refers to a baseball field for ghosts, but can it also be applied to an email list? It sure can. According to our research , email remains the best way to connect with customers. A good email list brings in new prospects, increases engagement with your community, and provides you with valuable customer and performance data to keep refining your efforts.

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CMSWire

JANUARY 19, 2024

AI is not just redefining the standards of customer engagement but is also setting new benchmarks for business intelligence and operational efficiency. Continue reading.

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Marketri

JANUARY 29, 2024

I’ve written many blogs that explore how to use marketing to solve a business problem. This one is a little different. With 2024 unofficially dubbed The Year of AI (at least on Wall Street), I find myself contemplating how this enabling technology can coexist with the human-centered marketing experience buyers crave today. It’s a real quandary for marketers.

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Martech

JANUARY 30, 2024

Artificial intelligence (AI) has emerged as a game-changing force for revolutionizing customer experience (CX). With the ability to process vast amounts of data and drive automation at scale, AI empowers brands to deliver personalized, seamless CX journeys that foster loyalty and satisfaction. This article explores how leading companies leverage AI across three key areas — clear messaging, frictionless interactions and tailored experiences — to shape customer experience. 1.

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Ahrefs

JANUARY 25, 2024

First, we have someone offering us to pay for it: Then there’s someone else, framing their backlink request as a “guest post opportunity”: And finally, here’s the most professional one of the three.

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Sprout Social

JANUARY 9, 2024

When you walk into a brick-and-mortar store, you expect a sales associate to greet you and ask how they can help. They’re always available, ready to swoop in and save the day when you want a recommendation, can’t find what you’re looking for, or need help with a return or past order. Consumers expect that same level of service online. According to The Sprout Social Index™ , consumers across age groups agree the most memorable thing a brand can do on social media is respond to customers.

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Salesforce Marketing Cloud

JANUARY 4, 2024

Influencing an audience to take action is tough business. Often, leads aren’t ready to buy, and when they are, it’s a challenge to keep them engaged. Thankfully, email makes it possible for you to gain influence with your desired audience over time. And with drip marketing, emails don’t have to live on an island unto themselves. A marketer’s job is to find and understand high quality leads, then help convert them to sales.

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CMSWire

JANUARY 29, 2024

Generative AI has changed ecommerce personalization forever. The key to capitalizing on that change is harnessing real-time customer and product data. Continue reading.

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Whether your organization is at the start of its sustainability and impact journey or years into it, many brands share a common concern: the uncertainty of whether they are sending stakeholders mixed messages. Creating content that speaks to your audience's “love language” can be a tricky dance. But, worry not! 3BL has put together tips to ensure that your content not only finds its rhythm but also resonates with your target audiences.

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SocialPilot

JANUARY 21, 2024

Social media has too many things to offer to brands and users. That’s why if you want your audience to reciprocate, you need to mention it explicitly. Your marketing strategy should be planned in such a way that it propels maximum people to complete their sales journey and be converted into your customers. The simple hack is to add a CTA that creates a sense of urgency in them.

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Martech

JANUARY 17, 2024

“I’m actually shocked because I really just thought they were going to be regulated away, but yes, they started out with 32 million folks, so it’s happening.” Tara DeZao, product marketing director for adtech and martech at Pega, was reacting to the news that Google had finally begun phasing out third-party cookies. After multiple delays.

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Ahrefs

JANUARY 31, 2024

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PureB2B

JANUARY 18, 2024

Content marketing continues to evolve. Here's how to approach your content strategies 2024 to create relatable content that converts.

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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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Salesforce Marketing Cloud

JANUARY 17, 2024

The insurance industry is filled with potential, but companies remain stuck in old ways, leaving customers unhappy and disconnected. One in three customers switched providers last year, due to unsatisfactory insurance customer experiences. At Salesforce, we ask, “What do people truly want when they interact with their insurance company?” Extensive research shows that customers, both new and old, want more than just coverage and affordability.

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CMSWire

JANUARY 31, 2024

See how AI is transforming digital advertising with Google's new conversational experience, streamlining complex campaigns effortlessly. Continue reading.

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Heinz Marketing

JANUARY 23, 2024

By Michelle Voznyuk , Marketing Specialist at Heinz Marketing In the business world today, there’s a noticeable shift from old-school, product-focused strategies to ones that emphasize customer needs at every step. This strategy, known as customer-led growth (CLG), has become more than a trend – it’s the new playbook for success. At the forefront of this transformation is AI.

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