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Want to Convert Prospects? Make Them the Hero of the Story
Have you ever visited a B2B company’s website in search of a solution to a problem you’re experiencing – only to be met with overly promotional messaging that failed to mention your needs? Were you inspired to implement their solution or buy their product? Or did your eyes glaze over before you clicked on to another site?
If you’re like most people, we’ll assume you weren’t moved to pick up the phone. But, despite the fact that solution-led messaging consistently fails to inspire, it is everywhere in the B2B world. Why?
If you run a B2B company, you likely understand. You know how effective your solution is and have seen the impact it has on your clients – so it’s tempting to lead with that message.
… Continue Reading >>7 B2B Marketing Steps for Fueling Sustainable, Double-Digit Growth
From manufacturing to software developers to professional services to contractors, breaking through competitor noise in the B2B marketing landscape isn’t easy, but it’s essential for growth. Picture this: you’re not just aiming for incremental gains but for sustainable, double-digit growth that propels your business forward.
Achieving this requires more than just surface-level tactics. It’s about diving deep into market research, crafting compelling stories, and executing a balanced mix of inbound and outbound strategies. Here are seven essential steps that will transform your B2B marketing efforts into results you can measure by leads and sales, not noise.
1. Marketing Strategy
An effective marketing strategy isn’t something you can whip up after a few sales calls.
… Continue Reading >>Don’t Mistake Random Acts of Marketing for a B2B Marketing Strategy
Without a strategy, B2B marketing can be like trying to find a needle in a haystack while wearing oven mitts. Many small and midsize businesses jump from idea to idea, hoping to stumble upon a winning effort.
They often end up hiring B2B marketing agencies that design eye-popping graphics but go lightly around the whole “strategy” part.
Spoiler alert: it’s not great for your business.
The High Cost of Random Acts of Marketing
Many businesses have been let down by marketing efforts that lack a guiding strategy. We’ve seen it all — a hodge-podge of sporadic, opportunistic, and often expensive tactics that produce little return. These “random acts of marketing” are disjointed,
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