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MAY 24, 2016

What trends will drive B2B marketing over the next three to four years? Where should savvy B2B marketers invest their resources to optimize results over the next few years? The initial product of that research was the eBook, B2B Marketing Trends for 2016: 25 Thought Leaders Weigh In , previously summarized here.

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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. Here are five key takeaways from this research: Image credit: e_Strategy Trends.

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MARCH 28, 2011

B2B marketing executives, however, tend to be a bit more skeptical. Though adoption is increasing, many b2b marketers still question the true effectiveness of social media for reaching business buyers. Still, social media is rapidly becoming an essential component of the b2b marketing mix.

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NOVEMBER 8, 2022

When researching a product, customers are likely to purchase one that has positive reviews posted across the Internet. Case Studies : These are the B2B equivalent of product reviews. Business to consumer (B2C) and B2B influencer marketing can both be effective, but work differently. Product research can take a long time.

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FEBRUARY 8, 2011

Blogging is often viewed as the core component of a B2B social media marketing strategy, and other than discussion forums, it’s the most mature component of social media. Research from HubSpot shows that small businesses with blogs have twice as many Twitter followers as those who don’t. There’s much more.

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APRIL 4, 2023

Our research among 4,000 US respondents ages 18-75 reveals that out of 10 social media platforms, only Facebook is primarily associated with serving social connection. Mary Mathes is Director of Data Insights for Alpha-Diver , the market research firm that applies neuroscience to more deeply understand marketplace behavior.

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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 Mixx. Tweet This!

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MAY 16, 2011

Here are some of the most interesting observations for B2B marketers: Slide 10: B2B magazines continue to struggle. While print in general has taken a beating over the past decade, B2B publications have been particularly hard hit, leading to speculation about the future of B2B trade magazines (content marketing?

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MAY 9, 2023

Tip 2: Identify and Understand Your Target Audience Defining your ideal client profile or B2B buy persona is vital to setting effective and achievable social media marketing goals. Doing that research and analysis up front will enable you to develop content that will resonate with them and drive them to take action.

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AUGUST 24, 2021

This third and final post in the series presents 37 (actually 40, counting the three above) more intriguing and actionable stats and facts pulled from that research. The post 37 Sensational Facts and Stats About the Seven Most Popular Social Networks appeared first on B2B Marketing Blog | Webbiquity. Facebook Facts and Statistics.

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FEBRUARY 27, 2018

In B2B, LinkedIn, though #10 overall (#12 on the chart, but Tumblr isn’t really a social network and Vine is dead), is one of the three or four most important social networking platforms. Other than Facebook, LinkedIn and Twitter are the most important social networks for B2B marketers, and are effective at driving web traffic.

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NOVEMBER 12, 2019

Original research reported here in How B2B Tech Marketing on Twitter is Changing showed that of nearly 400 B2B SaaS companies active on Twitter, just 23% responded to brand mentions in any way, and only 6% went beyond a simple “like.” It’s the digital media equivalent of flying blind.

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FEBRUARY 23, 2016

In addition, 96% of all B2C and 88% of B2B companies use Facebook for marketing. ” LinkedIn is tops for B2B marketing, but…not for advertising? 41% of B2B marketers say LinkedIn is the most important social network they use, and 81% say they use it to help launch new products. Pew Research ). Pew Research ).

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DECEMBER 10, 2013

Content marketing has become ubiquitous, with 93% of B2B marketers now using it. 93% of B2B marketers are using content marketing—but only 44% have a documented content strategy. ( B2B Marketing Insider ). 87% of B2B buyers say content has an impact on vendor selection; more than a quarter (27%) say it has a “major impact.”

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DECEMBER 26, 2012

What are today’s best practices for B2B PR? ” 10 Simple Strategies To Boost Your B2B PR Campaign by Marx Communications. ” Best Practices In B2B PR by Fast Company. .” ” Best Practices In B2B PR by Fast Company. So how exactly does PR support SEO efforts? Be helpful and genuine.”

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MARCH 19, 2024

Image credit: Georgia de Lotz on Unsplash At the same time, practically every B2B marketer has been wondering about the best social media platforms. For “dry, boring” B2B companies unsure of how to create eye-grabbing visual content, a photo-sharing app like Instagram isn’t the most obvious social media platform.

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JUNE 21, 2022

With that in mind, here are seven ways a B2B brand can increase its influence across various marketing platforms and realize the resulting benefits. According to recent research , the majority of consumers are more likely to purchase a product when presented with social proof. Practice Proper Channel Management.

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NOVEMBER 27, 2018

Though it’s still one of the top three social networks for B2B marketers, Twitter is struggling. Given its utility, value, and reach, one might presume B2B event planners consider Twitter as essential as their mobile phones. Twitter is arguably the most flexible and capable social network for B2B marketers.

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JANUARY 2, 2013

B2B buyers are most likely to share useful vendor content via email (79%), followed by LinkedIn (53%), Twitter (39%) and Facebook (18%). According to research from MarketingSherpa, just 12% of marketers rate social media as “very effective” for lead gen while 27% say it is “not effective.” B2B Lead Blog ).

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DECEMBER 13, 2011

Perform competitive and market research. These relationships can lead to increased online exposure, expanded knowledge, new insights and ideas, partnerships, referrals, and ultimately—increased business. Social media isn’t all about you, of course.

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APRIL 11, 2012

Recent research from MarketingProfs shows that 84% of B2B companies use social media marketing in some form, and the figure is likely higher for B2C firms. In fact, another recent study from HubSpot reveals that 63% of B2B companies aren’t generating leads from social media at all.

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MARCH 13, 2019

But, at the end of the day, they need to generate “leads” that get fed into some kind of offline sales process—just like most b2b [and many b2c] companies do. So, hopefully by now, you’re convinced that SEO, SMM and blogging can and should work in concert to generate leads for your B2B company. Keyword Research/SEO.

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APRIL 27, 2010

This is eerily reminiscent of research findings reported by MarketingSherpa a year ago on the large percentage of marketers who felt they could be social media experts without having social media experience. B2B marketers were slightly more likely to report increased sales than than their B2C counterparts. Facebook – 87%.

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JUNE 1, 2021

Do extensive hashtag keyword research: If your content is not searchable, it is not scalable. This makes keyword research for hashtags critical in social media. The post Seven Essential Digital Marketing Tips for 2021 (And Beyond) appeared first on B2B Marketing Blog | Webbiquity. It intrigues them enough to find out more.

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OCTOBER 5, 2012

Again, thank you for reading the MarketingSherpa Readers Choice top b2b marketing blog for 2012. For a more up-to-date look at marketing strategy, check out the Best B2B Marketing and Sales Strategy Guides and Insights of 2011. The One Effective Use of Facebook for B2B Marketing (March 9, 2010).

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DECEMBER 17, 2019

The top two social networks for B2B marketers, LinkedIn and Twitter, are different in several important ways. Consequently, B2B marketers generally post more frequently on Twitter and share more third-party content. Consequently, B2B marketers generally post more frequently on Twitter and share more third-party content.

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FEBRUARY 2, 2016

But likely the most significant finding from recent research (see below) is this: the average person now spends more time online than with TV and all other media (newspapers, magazines, etc.) Less than 8% of total B2B product sales are closed directly through the Internet, versus 15% for B2C products. ( Image credit: MarketingProfs.

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JANUARY 23, 2024

But with the steep rise in customer acquisition costs , and research showing it costs up to five times more to acquire a new customer than to keep an existing one, you can’t ignore the importance of customer retention. The post How to Use Social Listening to Retain More Customers appeared first on B2B Marketing Blog | Webbiquity.

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DECEMBER 11, 2013

Content marketing is a hot topic, primarily in the B2B world but increasingly in consumer marketing as well. And as noted here yesterday , 93% of B2B marketers are now using content marketing, with more than half calling it their biggest priority this year. 8 Steps To Become A Brand Publisher by B2B Marketing Insider.

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MAY 22, 2018

Do a bit of research with an SEO tool like SEMRush to identify the best keywords to use in your bio. The post Five Actionable Social Media Tips for Your Web Development Business appeared first on B2B Marketing Blog | Webbiquity. First, you have a character limit.

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SEPTEMBER 26, 2017

Do a bit of research and add the name of the CEO of each potential company you want to reach to your list. LinkedIn is an excellent platform to generate B2B leads. If you are a marketer for small businesses, think about what industry most of your clients are in. There is a fine line between persistent and spammy.

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MAY 21, 2015

You’d probably start by looking at those you’re connected with on the major social networks, then do some additional research. Wendy Marx is a brilliant b2b PR strategist whose B2B PR Sense blog is a must-read for any marketing or PR pro seeking wisdom and insights into b2b content marketing and social media.

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MAY 3, 2011

Many of these were other B2B marketers, but others were social media experts, journalists, PR professionals, or just plain fascinating personalities. Her Connect the Docs blog—frequently featured on the B2B Marketing Zone —is a platform for her own thought leadership content as well as frequently solicited insights from other B2B bloggers.

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JANUARY 19, 2016

And that usage isn’t all selfies and cat videos; both consumer and B2B purchases are influenced by social content. 46% of B2B marketers say they’re not sure whether any social channels have generated revenue for their businesses. Pew Research ). Pew Research Center ). billion last year to 2.5 billion by 2018.

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SEPTEMBER 9, 2013

According to research from BuzzFeed , “Search traffic to publishers has taken a dive in the last eight months, with traffic from Google dropping more than 30%…While Google makes up the bulk of search traffic to publishers, traffic from all search engines has dropped by 20% in the same period.” Experiment.

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JUNE 11, 2013

With more and more purchases, for business-to-business (b2b) and high-value consumer goods, now starting with online research, it’s imperative to make your business ubiquitous when potential buyers are searching for what you sell. Editor’s note: a version of this post originally appeared on ChamberofCommerce.com in January 2013.

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JANUARY 31, 2019

An audit will help with your research and provide answers to performance questions. The post Why You Should Thoroughly Audit Your Social Media Presence appeared first on B2B Marketing Blog | Webbiquity. In this case, word of mouth marketing and influencer marketing are your best tactics to stay relevant. Conclusion.

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