Oktopost

MARCH 10, 2022

B2B Growth Marketing, Demand Generation, Field Marketing—however you badge it, it’s a numbers game. And that is why until recently, outside paid advertising, I didn’t think of social as a demand generation tool because I didn’t know that you could really measure it. Any content creation or design costs (whether in-house or outsourced).

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ROI B2B Social Media Brands 174

Oktopost

APRIL 4, 2022

TikTok has absolutely exploded on the social scene over the past few years—and B2B marketers are beginning to test the waters. A social platform filled with viral, vertical-style videos spanning all topics and communities, TikTok has grabbed hold of the social media world. But where do B2B marketers fit in?

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B2B Social Media Management Apple YouTube 118

Oktopost

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

With various marketing initiatives and product updates happening simultaneously, B2B social media managers have a lot of content to produce at once. This is where AI tools for content creation can come into play. In fact, according to Insider Intelligence , 3 in 4 marketers are using AI tools for content creation.

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Tools Content B2B Social Media Management 62

Sprout Social

MARCH 28, 2024

With over a billion members in 200+ countries and territories worldwide, LinkedIn is one of the most popular social networks for brands looking to reach a professional audience. But with millions of posts flooding users’ feeds daily, how do you make sure your content gets noticed? Hashtags may be the answer.

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Hashtag Analytics LinkedIn Content 102

Sprout Social

JUNE 27, 2022

Can TikTok for B2B marketing unlock the same potential? Not all B2B companies may not be able to capitalize on those instant #TikTokMadeMeBuyIt B2C conversions, but that doesn’t mean they won’t get any value out of the network. When it comes to awareness, TikTok may be just what a B2B social media strategy needs.

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B2B Brands Marketing How To 135

Oktopost

MARCH 15, 2021

We’re working from home, live streaming classes and get-togethers, and shifting even more of our social lives onto social media. B2B marketing has felt these shifts as much as any other field. Social platforms have provided effective and coronavirus-safe ways for businesses to share and connect.

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B2B Social Media Strategy LinkedIn 136

Webbiquity SMM

AUGUST 27, 2019

Twitter and LinkedIn remain the top two social networks for B2B marketers. Twitter offers some specific capabilities (such as lists ) that make it uniquely valuable for B2B companies. That said, there are some disturbing signs developing for Twitter (and the B2B marketers who rely on the platform).

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B2B Research Twitter Marketing 154

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? What Are Facebook Ads?

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B2B Facebook How To Campaign 118

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.

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B2B LinkedIn Facebook Statistics 150

Oktopost

JANUARY 30, 2023

B2B companies use social media to increase their reach and talk with their prospects, and they need to do it wherever their customers are. TikTok has also recently emerged as a powerful and valuable tool for B2B marketers, driving brand awareness and affinity.

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B2B Strategy Social Networking Collaboration 62

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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B2B LinkedIn Marketing How To 88

Oktopost

APRIL 28, 2024

To close more deals, sales executives are starting to take social media for sales seriously. The B2B sales space is changing. In case you haven’t heard yet – building relationships and engaging on social media platforms is the future of B2B sales. Why is social media for sales a must-have?

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Social Media Tools B2B Team 69

Webbiquity SMM

DECEMBER 13, 2011

Social networks are essential for expanding your web presence —not only for creating social signals now a key component in search engine rankings, which makes your website and blog easier to find in search, but also by giving you more places to be found online. This also applies to other professional / social networks (e.g.

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Social Networking B2B Plaxo Marketing 190

Webbiquity SMM

FEBRUARY 23, 2016

Though new social networks continue to be launched (e.g. But there are no guarantees that leadership will last, and the social networking landscape is constantly evolving. In addition, 96% of all B2C and 88% of B2B companies use Facebook for marketing. .'” 18 Facebook Stats and Facts. Pew Research ).

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Social Networking B2B LinkedIn Instagram 100

Oktopost

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

The B2B sales process has changed, and digitalization has rendered traditional in-person sales methods (such as door-to-door and cold calling) outdated. This digital shift has welcomed a new era in sales: social selling.

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Examples B2B ROI Analytics 136

Webbiquity SMM

MAY 9, 2023

Alignment with Business Objectives: Social media marketing goals should align with your overall business objectives. It helps you know how to balance increasing brand awareness, driving website traffic, and generating leads with enhancing customer engagement. You can also curate informative content for them and add your insights.

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Social Media Tips Marketing HootSuite 267

Oktopost

JULY 18, 2019

The same holds true for B2B organizations, who use Instagram to effectively display the more human, cultural, and light-hearted side of their company. . Instead of fearing the potential hidden like update, there are ways B2B businesses can instead use it to their advantage. Up your content-game. Pay attention to other metrics.

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B2B Instagram Metrics Social Networking 99

Keyhole.co

JANUARY 27, 2023

Social media is quickly becoming the go-to method medium for B2B marketers looking to promote their business. In fact, a study by the International Data Corporation found that 75% of B2B buyers use social media to make purchasing decisions. This makes it the ideal platform for B2B marketers on social media.

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ROI B2B Social Media How To 52

Webbiquity SMM

MAY 1, 2018

However, digital technology, and social networking sites in particular, have fundamentally altered the way events are experienced. Through social media platforms , attendees and businesses can share content and experiences from the event. As a bonus, geo-tagged posts receive 79 percent more engagement.

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Platform Engagement Hashtag Eventful 152

Oktopost

MARCH 26, 2024

In this article, we’re going to provide a deep dive into another tool you can use– Influenced Opportunity Reports– and showcase how your team can use it to drive revenue, improve your social selling strategy, and most importantly, showcase the successful results of your social selling activities.

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Influencer Report B2B ROI 62

Adam Cohen

APRIL 12, 2012

LinkedIn, one of the established social networks, is making strides in advancing how businesses can leverage the platform to engage followers. This week LinkedIn launched two new products that allow companies to more effectively engage the followers they have. Engagement to the Next Level. Imitation is Flattery.

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LinkedIn Engagement Statistics Microsoft 239

Oktopost

JULY 5, 2017

So, you’ve been publishing content to Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter, and maybe a few other social networks, building up some followers and engagement. How can you measure and demonstrate the true impact of your B2B social media marketing efforts? What’s next?

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B2B Metrics Social Media Marketing 109

Direct Marketing Observations

OCTOBER 4, 2017

B2B Social media success is like the American ninja warrior TV show. The same holds true for B2B marketers. B2B social media marketing can be brutal but it’s not a loser. Those challenges, metaphorically speaking, completely exist in B2B social media in 2017. Engagement? It’s average.

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B2B Conversation Social Media Strategy 100

Mindjumpers

JULY 1, 2010

Content that is adapted to the preferred channels, digital signals, stages in the lifecycle and needs of customers is becoming increasingly important. Content that is adapted to the preferred channels, digital signals, stages in the lifecycle and needs of customers is becoming increasingly important.

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B2B Strategy Content Marketing 189

Buzz Marketing for Technology

FEBRUARY 16, 2010

For some reason there is a lot of confusion about the word Content lately. Back in the late 90s when the internet was just heating up we all heard alot about how “Content is King&#. But these days for B2B Marketers I think we need to take it a step further and say that “Content is Media&#. Can you stick to it?

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B2B Content Marketing StumbleUpon 187

Webbiquity SMM

AUGUST 26, 2014

So the question is–are there things that today’s B2B marketers can learn from history, specifically, the tremendous success of Facebook and the rise, fall and possible resurrection of Myspace? How can the respective histories and behaviors of these two companies inform the best practices for B2B marketers? Guest post by Ariel Applbaum.

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B2B MySpace Startup Social Networking 190

Lucy Hall

NOVEMBER 5, 2015

Which social network is best for me and my business? And there are now heaps of channels and social media platforms a business can get set up on for free, some are more popular than others. Each social network has it’s advantages and of course some have disadvantages. This is a question that many people ask.

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Social Networking Tumblr Reddit Forums 108

Oktopost

FEBRUARY 13, 2023

As social media continues to play a vital role in the way businesses connect with their customers and promote their brand, the need for powerful and efficient tools to manage and create content has never been greater. Uniform branded content sometimes feels alienated and not personally connected to the advocates.

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Social Media Tools Content Social Media Management 62

Pam Moore

SEPTEMBER 20, 2020

SocialZoomFactor · LinkedIn Marketing Engagement Strategies to Increase Leads, Sales and Brand Awareness. Social networks such as LinkedIn are simply a medium for you to build meaningful relationships through conversation and content that inspires, connects and converts to business.

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LinkedIn Engagement Strategy Authentication 78

The Realtime Report

JANUARY 28, 2017

Making Social Media An ROI Positive Channel For B2B Businesses By Jingcong Zhao. Billion spent on social media marketing in the U.S. alone last year , it’s clear that social media is being cemented as a marketing function in most B2B organizations. Yet, 61% of marketers claim measuring ROI is a top challenge.

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B2B ROI Social Media Hashtag 91

Oktopost

NOVEMBER 18, 2020

Let’s be honest, sales teams don’t want to receive leads from marketing that are not the right fit, have wrong or no contact information, or zero to no insight into the business prospects’ interests or engagement activity. Get as much engagement insight as possible. Sales and Marketing Are One. What Leads Should Sales Get?

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Engagement Social Media B2B Team 89

Oktopost

JANUARY 10, 2022

Jen helps uncover why it’s crucial to have a social strategy, why brands don’t need a crazy active presence on every social network, and how to break through the social media noise to reach your customers and buyers.

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Social Media B2B Social Media Management Hosting 158

Oktopost

OCTOBER 26, 2023

Nonetheless, in this era of heightened digital engagement, a well-crafted strategy coupled with the right tools can empower financial institutions to reap the manifold benefits of employee advocacy while effectively managing associated risks. Authenticity is Key Fostering authentic and engaging communication is pivotal.

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Reputation B2B Guidelines Policies 125

Sprout Social

MARCH 13, 2019

If you’re a B2B brand, chances are you already have plenty on your plate. However, that’s no excuse to sleep on social listening. Customers and competitors are sounding off like never before on social media, especially in the ever-so-opinionated B2B space. What are the big-picture benefits of B2B social listening?

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B2B How To Sentiment Reddit 104

Webbiquity SMM

JANUARY 24, 2023

The velocity of change across social networks shows no signs of slowing, prompting advertisers to brace themselves for what lies ahead in 2023. While the social media marketing environment is constantly shifting, there are several social media advertising strategies that marketers may choose to focus on this year.

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Advertising Social Media Strategy Authentication 238

Oktopost

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

Sales teams across the globe are now cashing in on its success with the advent of social selling. Social selling isn’t just another sales tactic gaining some momentum – it’s the future of B2B sales. LinkedIn research shows 75% of B2B buyers use social media to make buying decisions, with 50% using LinkedIn specifically.

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B2B Team Conversation Education 84

Sprout Social

JANUARY 29, 2024

The dynamic industry landscape demands social media teams adapt fast, remain hyper vigilant to unpredictable user preferences and make room for experimentation. Every pot has a lid Today’s social media ecosystem is made up of many networks with unique algorithms, content formats and audiences.

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Social Media Strategy Exercises Retail 112