Sales and Marketing Management

SEPTEMBER 21, 2022

Here are the three best practices that marketing and sales teams at B2B technology companies should utilize to achieve shorter and more frequently successful paths to customer conversion. The post The 3 Recognitions That Accelerate B2B Tech Sales and Marketing Success appeared first on Sales & Marketing Management.

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Sales and Marketing Management

MARCH 29, 2021

Not long after I joined data-driven marketing agency Stirista, I pitched a company podcast to CEO Ajay Gupta. When the world seemingly screeched to a halt in March of 2020, the idea was fast tracked and the Marketing Stir podcast was born.

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Sales and Marketing Management

MAY 28, 2020

Author: Robert Jordan Demand generation, unlike traditional marketing strategies, refers to a data-driven marketing approach that aims to create awareness or interest for your company’s service or product first before selling them. Demand generation enables you to make smart marketing decisions for your company.

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Pointclear

OCTOBER 24, 2017

In 2015, I wrote this blog for Sales & Marketing Magazine: Dead is Dead (in Sales & Marketing). It seemed like, suddenly, a lot of things were dying: cold calling was dead; telephone prospecting was dead; outbound marketing was dead … many said that even marketing was dead. Maybe I was just sensitive.

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No More Cold Calling

JUNE 25, 2020

The lyrics perfectly sum up the most common B2B lead generation mistakes: “I was lookin’ for love in all the wrong places, Lookin’ for love in too many faces, Searchin’ their eyes and lookin’ for traces, Of what I’m dreaming of.”. Are you looking for your B2B sales leads in all the wrong places? Not an encouraging scenario.

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Lead Generation B2B Lead Rank Lead Scoring 409

Zoominfo

JUNE 25, 2019

Data decay happens naturally because of how often people change jobs or titles, companies go out of business, and mergers occur. Because of this, many organizations are working with a B2B database that is cluttered with outdated, invalid, or incomplete contacts. Don’t Let B2B Business Data Decay Ruin Your B2B Database.

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Sales and Marketing Management

SEPTEMBER 1, 2022

Account-based marketing is a B2B strategy that focuses on select high-value accounts rather than trying to reach as much of your market as you can. These six proven ABM strategies can help increase sales at your company.

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Account Based Marketing Account Marketing B2B 365

Zoominfo

MARCH 3, 2019

In the world of B2B sales, company research is a critical aspect of any successful rep’s daily duties. As a B2B sales rep, the more you know about a prospect and their company, the easier it is to sell to them. For this reason, we’ve put together the ultimate list of company research tools for sales reps.

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Lead411

APRIL 3, 2024

Why Companies are Now Combining B2B Data Solutions: Lead411 and Zoominfo Data reigns supreme in today’s corporate scene. Companies across multiple industries are continuously looking for ways to use data to drive growth, enhance operations, and stay ahead of the competition.

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Mindtickle

MARCH 5, 2024

This B2B software leader was too. In this video, Lindsey Plocek from our Product Marketing team, shares their story. Here’s what they did: Key takeaways Aligned their revenue teams: This customer aligned all stakeholders on its revenue team, including executives and leaders from sales, marketing, and customer success.

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Zoominfo

JUNE 30, 2019

So, in an effort to demystify the term, we recently took to our blog to discuss marketing creativity —what it is, what it isn’t, and how to achieve it. We also thought it would be helpful to provide our readers with examples of truly creative marketing. Three Incredible Examples of Creative B2B Marketing Initiatives.

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Zoominfo

JANUARY 4, 2022

The digital marketing landscape is more competitive than ever — and if you’re not prepared, you’re already behind. Here are four B2B marketing trends to implement (or at the very least, be on the lookout for) in 2022. Forrester also predicts that marketing tech budgets will increase from 19% to 25% in 2022.

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Sales and Marketing Management

FEBRUARY 8, 2021

There are two dovetailing arguments for using TikTok, the fastest-growing social media platform, as a B2B marketing tool: Its generous algorithm and its lack of polish. Third-party reports show that companies advertising on TikTok are getting significantly higher ROI than legacy social media advertising.

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Zoominfo

DECEMBER 3, 2018

There’s no way around it – prospect and customer data is one of the most valuable assets a B2B organization has access to. Think about it: without accurate information, how can you market, sell, or provide customer service to your target audience? The Impact of Bad B2B Marketing Data. The Old Solution: A B2B Data Audit.

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Zoominfo

MARCH 26, 2018

The differences between B2B marketing and B2C marketing run deep. Today we’re putting our differences aside because we believe, there’s a lot B2B marketers can learn from their B2C counterparts. It means putting the customer at the center of every business decision, including product development and marketing.

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B2C B2B Marketing Social Media 209

No More Cold Calling

MAY 25, 2023

Referrals help you stand out in a sea of B2B sellers. How do B2B buyers tell one internet security company from another? One marketing platform or sales enablement app? There’s nothing unique and certainly no reason for B2B buyers to spend time hearing their pitches. None of us stands out to B2B buyers.

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SBI Growth

MARCH 14, 2020

Digital is transforming the market as companies like Apple and Amazon reign supreme. There are a variety of ideas and definitions that surround “digital,” and Scott addresses common issues that companies run into when undergoing their own digital transformation. Segment 2: Integrating Product into Your Digital Strategy.

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Company Marketing Segment Strategy 207

Zoominfo

JUNE 14, 2022

Marketing mistakes are costly. Although B2B display advertising isn’t an exact science, enough experimentation can teach you valuable tricks of the trade. Yet marketers often struggle with this crucial step. “In a lot of B2B businesses, we underestimate who the buying center is,” Rule says.

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Sales and Marketing Management

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

If B2B companies can embrace the same efficiency and convenience that B2C companies do, they can remove common pain points for a better customer experience. The post The Role of Customer Experience in Driving B2B Sales Growth in Manufacturing appeared first on Sales & Marketing Management.

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Zoominfo

OCTOBER 26, 2020

Data decay happens naturally (and often) due to how regularly people change jobs, titles, companies and beyond. Because of this, many organizations are working with a B2B database that is outdated, invalid, or incomplete. Data Decay Could Ruin Your B2B Database. Deep Clean Your B2B Database. Let’s dig a little deeper.

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Sales and Marketing Management

MARCH 16, 2018

When products don’t move smoothly and seamlessly between manufacturer and end-user, they become exponentially harder to bring to market. The consequences of a single inefficiency in a single company can echo across the entire chain, leading to wasted time and lost revenue. Economic performance and commoditization of key markets.

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Zoominfo

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

There’s a seismic shift happening in B2B buying, and it’s being driven by a powerful force — generational change. While each generation brings its own set of preferences, demands, and expectations to the market, the report shows that younger buyers are much more likely to voice their dissatisfaction than previous generations.

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Zoominfo

JUNE 20, 2019

But, because live video is unpredictable and strays from traditional marketing methods, many B2B marketers speculate whether live streaming has a place within their corporate social media strategy. We’ve compiled 22 live streaming statistics that will inform and evolve your B2B marketing strategy. Keep reading!

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SocialSellinator

DECEMBER 29, 2023

Discover top b2b digital marketing agencies in Austin, TX that won't break the bank. Find tailored solutions for your B2B company with our actionable guide.

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Pipeliner

OCTOBER 16, 2021

In this Expert Insight Interview, Kevin Urrutia discusses social media advertising in a B2B context. This Expert Insight Interview discusses: Why do many B2B companies struggle to leverage social media. The power of being authentic as a company leader. The generational and cultural changes in business.

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SBI Growth

OCTOBER 17, 2020

Legacy companies have been able to withstand nearly every possible economic condition over several decades, and yet even they have had to persevere through new challenges seen this year. However, companies like Hexagon PPM have not been around for over 50.

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Zoominfo

JUNE 25, 2018

Brands that market directly to consumers recognize YouTube as a powerful tool. But can B2B marketers use YouTube to the same effect? Today’s blog post offers an in-depth guide to YouTube success for B2B marketers. Benefits of YouTube for B2B Marketing. Best Practices for Using YouTube for B2B.

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B2B Marketing Lead Rank Lead Scoring 217

Zoominfo

JULY 25, 2023

In the not-so-distant past, a significant portion of a typical business-to-business (B2B) sales professional’s life revolved around in-person meetings with key prospects and high-value clients. Today, as much as 80% of B2B decision-makers prefer remote or even fully self-serve sales interactions. Why Invest in B2B Lead Generation?

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Sales and Marketing Management

DECEMBER 6, 2018

But what does the introduction of this new tool mean for B2B marketers? What this means for B2B marketers. Sixty minutes is a long time, and there are numerous possibilities now presented to B2B marketers. It’s a great opportunity for B2B marketers to get creative with their storytelling.

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Sales and Marketing Management

JANUARY 25, 2019

Author: Ellie Chapman Content marketing used to be a tactic which was strictly reserved for B2C marketers, but that hasn’t been the case for a while. Second, all that informative content is very likely to draw in more B2B buyers, since 74 percent of them conduct a search online before making a purchase offline. . Build Trust.

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