New technology can be intimidating for everyone, and with the rapid integration of artificial intelligence (AI) across the board in today’s economy, marketing is experiencing the same uncertainties that other industries face. So, how to use AI in B2B marketing effectively? The answer is: practice.
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You'd think the determining factor of "good design" would be, y'know, the quality of the design. Right? Right?
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SEO and user experience go hand-in-hand. By providing both new and recurring visitors with a seamless and pleasurable website experience, you can naturally improve your SEO, which will increase your visibility on SERPs (search engine results pages).
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In digital inbound/content marketing, we say, “Work SMARTer, not harder.” Why all the caps? Because any data-backed, results-oriented marketing strategy has its roots in SMART goals. We define SMART goals as digital marketing KPIs (key performance indicators) and benchmarks that are:
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Those pondering how to improve their leaky sales pipeline usually audit one of the following: The fit of the leads reaching the pipeline The process that turns those leads to sales (or causes them to circle the drain) An account-based marketing strategy -- and the templates below -- can address both.
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In the ever-evolving world of content creation and marketing, mastering the art of writing is more important than ever. With a sea of resources available, how do you discern which ones are truly impactful? In this article, we've distilled a list of eight essential writing tools and references, handpicked by the seasoned writers at protocol 80, to guide you toward creating compelling and high-quality content.
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In today’s rapidly transforming digital world, standing out in the crowded B2B landscape means going beyond the ordinary. It’s about embracing tools that don’t just scratch the surface but dig deep, unlocking streamlined processes and fueling productivity gains like never before.
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You attend trade shows to obtain valuable leads for your company. But do you have a plan in place for what to do once you’re back in the office from the trade show so you can move those leads closer to a purchase?
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One of the top concerns among our brand-new clients is a lack of brand awareness. They have so many great things to offer, but no one seems to know they exist. Does this sound like you?
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When you’ve finally found that great lead -- or leads -- through your inbound marketing efforts, the relationship with that potential customer is just beginning. In fact, interactions between your company and that fresh lead should span every step of the buyer’s journey and their trip down the sales funnel. It'll require regular engagement and providing appropriate information at the right time, along with awesome sales follow-up emails and other outreach.
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If you are executing digital marketing, congratulations! You are most likely already one step ahead of your competition, and making strides to meaningfully connect with prospects online. But, how do you know if you’re seeing continual success year over year, and improving your metrics?
Without the tools in place to analyze and benchmark your efforts, it is impossible to scale your online marketing and ensure continuous success.
