Webbiquity SMM

JUNE 7, 2018

In survey after survey, year after year, lead generation is a top priority for B2B brands. No matter how big or small, B2B businesses can’t survive without new leads. According to CMI , 91% of B2B marketers are already using content marketing to generate leads. Guest post by Brandon Brown. Email Marketing.

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Oktopost

FEBRUARY 24, 2022

While some B2B brands are still committed to more traditional sales methods, social selling can be even more efficient. In this article, we’ll take a look at the process of social selling and how it can help B2B companies generate more leads (and ultimately more revenue). Which Channels Are Best for B2B Social Selling?

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Oktopost

JUNE 30, 2021

Though it’s still the most widely-used social network in the world , B2B marketers don’t always see it as a viable platform for generating leads. Easy, but wrong — because with the right strategy, Facebook is a viable channel for B2B marketing. Are Facebook Ads Right for B2B? How to Succeed with B2B Facebook Ads.

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Oktopost

MAY 2, 2021

For most B2B marketers in 2021, content is changing. Ranking higher on YouTube spells more leads for marketers and makes your content production efforts worth it. . Ranking higher on YouTube spells more leads for marketers and makes your content production efforts worth it. . Why Use YouTube for B2B Marketing?

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Oktopost

JULY 30, 2020

So many B2B deals closed, and so many connections made. Actually, forget about industries, webinar and online meeting software like Zoom and others are even being used for family gatherings. Back in the B2B world, companies are increasingly shining a spotlight to online lead generation and engagement. What are webinars?

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Oktopost

SEPTEMBER 4, 2020

When it’s time to launch a B2B marketing campaign on social media, LinkedIn seems like the obvious platform of choice. There’s no mystery why B2B marketers keep flocking to it – it simply works. By the numbers , LinkedIn is supposedly the best social media platform for B2B lead generation. . Not so much. Not so much.

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Webbiquity SMM

OCTOBER 23, 2019

LinkedIn advertising is a powerful channel for any B2B company looking to reach relevant audiences based on their profession. Here’s how you can upload audience lists to LinkedIn to target users of any software (or specific technology) that’s relevant to your business. Which software is relevant to use for targeting?

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Oktopost

NOVEMBER 23, 2020

Every seasoned B2B marketer knows that launching a new campaign can be a venture into the unknown. That might be a big reason why nearly 70% of B2B content ends up unused , because it doesn’t align with what buyers are interested in. B2B marketing is too high-stakes for any blind leaps of faith. 6 B2B Marketing KPIs to Measure.

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Oktopost

NOVEMBER 12, 2020

LinkedIn just introduced Product Pages, a part of its ecosystem dedicated to building a trusted community of information around B2B products. To help you understand the value this new feature can bring you, let’s get a closer look at the what, why and how of LinkedIn Product Pages. What is a LinkedIn Product Page?

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Oktopost

AUGUST 24, 2021

B2B event marketing has been proven to be as good as gold for this goal. . 92% of trade shows attendees are on the lookout for new products. 99% found unique value in this B2B marketing strategy that they did not get from other channels. Given that, in this post, we’ll talk about: What B2B event marketing is.

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Oktopost

JUNE 9, 2021

Over the years, B2B marketing has evolved significantly and continues to do so at such a rapid pace. While B2B marketers have access to all the help they need, many still commit critical mistakes that compromise the success of their marketing efforts. Of the many B2B blunders marketers make, this one is one of the most severe.

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Later

JUNE 28, 2021

LinkedIn is now a powerful business-to-business (B2B) marketing and sales tool. We’re highlighting 5 ways to level up your LinkedIn B2B marketing strategy in this blog post: What Is LinkedIn B2B Marketing? B2B marketing does exactly what it says on the tin. Why You Should Use LinkedIn for B2B Marketing.

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Sprout Social

JANUARY 27, 2020

For internet and software companies with products and services they’re proud of, social media provides a platform to reach new customers, show off those products and establish your share of voice in the industry. . Here’s five stats to get you fired up about social media marketing for your software company. .

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Oktopost

JANUARY 13, 2020

Nowhere is this more true than in B2B marketing, where buyers aren’t (as) swept up by trends and viral ads. B2B buyers are increasingly using social media and user generated content to research their major purchases. This presents B2B marketers with a new playground. 60% of advertisers on Quora are B2B.

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Buzz Marketing for Technology

NOVEMBER 21, 2012

And it’s obvious why: buying cycles are longer, buyer mentalities are different, and products typically require more investigation before a purchase. But the reality is that B2B buyers are very similar to B2C consumers— whether it’s buying a new car or new enterprise software, consumers want to be educated and informed.

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Keyhole.co

JUNE 2, 2022

In B2B, word of mouth is one of the kings when it comes to marketing strategies. According to Hubspot , 34% of all marketers use influencer marketing as their go-to strategy for marketing their products or services, making it the most widely used tactic for marketers with the biggest ROI potential. Source: Hubspot.

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Oktopost

AUGUST 26, 2019

So, why are B2B marketers lagging behind? One obvious answer is that traditionally, B2B marketers are, well, traditional. For most traditionalists, video doesn’t work for for B2B marketing for two reasons. The second caveat to B2B video marketing is ROI. You’ve decided to commit to producing B2B video content?

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Oktopost

APRIL 22, 2019

Especially, for B2B and Considered Purchase marketing. In 2015, the average B2B nurture funnel was 12 months long with the full marketing and sales funnel taking about 512 days from lead to sale on average! Considered purchase funnels are not quite there yet but moving in the direction of B2B funnels. Attribution.

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Oktopost

SEPTEMBER 21, 2020

Somewhere on social media, somebody is talking about a feature they wish your product offered. In recent years, B2B marketers have started to see the value of social listening and incorporate it into their marketing strategy. The importance of social listening for B2B marketing. Lead identification.

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Oktopost

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

Cutting through competitive noise is difficult for B2B marketers, making lead generation tricky. Lead generation is proving difficult for 68% of B2B companies, and 61% of marketers pinpoint it as their top challenge. The B2B buyer journey has shifted, with sales reps now only having roughly 5% of a customer’s time.

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Convince & Convert

OCTOBER 9, 2017

Instagram is a fantastic platform for B2B marketers. In this guide, we’ve rounded up several examples of B2B brands leveraging Instagram to get closer to customers and drive real results. Here are seven examples of B2B brands doing Instagram marketing the right way. Over half of millennials are active users on Instagram.

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Webbiquity SMM

FEBRUARY 16, 2016

As noted in the 2016 B2B Marketing Trends report , B2B marketing strategies and practices are in the midst of significant change, driven by new technologies and evolving buyer expectations for more “consumer-like” experiences. B2B marketing budgets are shifting to digital and social. B2B messaging gets personal.

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Oktopost

JUNE 18, 2019

The industries and markets that digital B2B businesses serve are undergoing constant, dramatic changes. Here at the halfway point of 2019, we’re getting a clearer picture of the B2B marketing strategies that are currently leading the pack. Usually, B2U marketing funnels will begin with a free software offering.

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Webbiquity SMM

DECEMBER 1, 2010

MarketingSherpa recently released its 2011 B2B Marketing Benchmark Report. As MarketingSherpa notes, “Year after year, the greatest challenge that B2B organizations face is generating high-quality leads.&#. You can download the executive summary for free (or pay $400 for the full report ). Share this on Technorati. Tweet This!

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Convince & Convert

JANUARY 19, 2014

The Corporate Executive Board surveyed 1,900 B2B customers to uncover insights about purchasing behavior and found: B2B customers will contact a sales rep only after independently completing 60% of the purchasing decision process. B2B customers are ninjas now, stealthily investigating the company and its wares, right under your nose.

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Oktopost

OCTOBER 28, 2021

Looking for B2B leads on social media? Having a distinct B2B sales advantage over your competitors in that environment can be challenging. To be successful in today’s B2B sales environment, having a strong social selling strategy is paramount to your company’s ability to drive results and generate ROI.

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Oktopost

FEBRUARY 16, 2022

Currently serving as the Senior Vice President of Marketing at Tipalti , an accounting software financial technology business that provides accounts payable, procurement, and payments automation software for businesses, she is driven by scalable opportunities to do what has never been done before. Stay in the Loop.

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Oktopost

DECEMBER 20, 2023

But don’t worry, the rise of AI in B2B sales will not replace you. For success, all B2B sales cycles will always need human interaction and guidance throughout the funnel. Gartner predicts that by 2025, 75% of B2B sales organizations will incorporate AI within their traditional sales solutions.

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Webbiquity SMM

JULY 9, 2012

Online shopping sites host reviews of products and sellers, and Angie’s List built an improbable business on ratings of household services companies. But obtaining and publishing client ratings and reviews is much more difficult in the b2b world. Image credit: Carla Zanoni. ” Not gonna happen. AT&T or Verizon).

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Sprout Social

APRIL 25, 2024

There are social media templates available for virtually any task you can think of—from content production to reporting to team onboarding. According to the 2024 Social Media Productivity Report , nearly half (48%) of social media marketers feel they sometimes or rarely have enough time to get their work done. Download the template 6.

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Oktopost

JULY 20, 2023

It’s a fresh, fun, and professional space that’s making waves in the realm of B2B communication. But what really sets Threads apart is its tools for enabling positive, productive conversations. Salesforce , a cloud-based software giant, has already garnered a following of 24,000 on Threads. Quite a lot, actually.

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Ignite Social Media

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

But a B2B software company likely wouldn’t have an authentic way to engage with that meme. Highlight reels: Montages of product/brand shots set to upbeat music. If the answer is no to any of those questions, it’s best to sit that trend out. Focus on trends within your industry’s niche communities.

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Oktopost

FEBRUARY 24, 2021

Listen to the Podcast Now: For more thoughtful discussion with renowned marketing leaders, subscribe to our channel B2B Marketing Now wherever you listen to podcasts or catch us on Apple Podcasts , Spotify or follow Oktopost on LinkedIn. Apple Podcasts, Spotify or follow Oktopost on LinkedIn. Podcast Episode Summary.

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Ari Herzog

AUGUST 8, 2012

That’s why in my books and lectures I emphasize that success on the social web is no longer in the form of B2B or B2C. Francois Gossieaux opened my eyes to the P2P model three years ago when he wrote about the similarities between B2B and B2C communities. Are B2B and B2C communities not meaningless? It’s P2P, Person to Person.

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The Realtime Report

JANUARY 28, 2017

Making Social Media An ROI Positive Channel For B2B Businesses By Jingcong Zhao. alone last year , it’s clear that social media is being cemented as a marketing function in most B2B organizations. The biggest reason for this challenge has to do with the mindset with which B2B marketers have approached social.

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Oktopost

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

Cutting through competitive noise is difficult for B2B marketers, making lead generation tricky. Lead generation is proving difficult for 68% of B2B companies, and 61% of marketers pinpoint it as their top challenge. The B2B buyer journey has shifted, with sales reps now only having roughly 5% of a customer’s time.

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Visually SM

JANUARY 26, 2015

Here are five of the top B2B Instagram feeds and some tips on how big brands use the image-sharing service as part of their business to business marketing strategy. How they use Instagram: Microsoft is a relative newcomer to the Instagram scene, having recently launched their account in November, 2014 to “reinvent productivity.”

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