Category Information Technology

10 Ways to Use AI for Sales Success [Infographic]

by Ayaz Nanji for MarketingProfs Which tactics and strategies do salespeople who succeed with artificial intelligence tend to embrace? To find out, RAIN Group surveyed 250 sales leaders, managers, and sales enablement professionals about their use of AI. The researchers then looked at the behaviors of the 26% of respondents who said they have seen a significant or transformative impact from using AI to improve sales performance. An infographic (below) summarizes key findings from the research. It looks at 10 key behaviors of salespeople who see the most impact from AI; it also provides prompts related to each behavior. Check out the infographic:

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11 ChatGPT Prompts for Super-Optimized Copywriting

By Lauren Basiura for Marketing Insider Group At Marketing Insider Group, we’ve been exploring the world of AI for quite a while. And let’s just say, we’ve gathered some valuable insights along the way. Now, we all know AI isn’t a cure-all for every marketing challenge. It’s not going to magically solve all our problems (though we all wish it could). But it is an incredibly useful tool that can simplify our lives in the content creation arena. Our journey with AI has been full of learning curves, and we’ve become quite adept at crafting prompts that get the best out of…

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Humans prefer AI-generated copy, survey finds

by Danny Goodwin for Search Engine Land Humans are more likely to prefer content generated by AI than written by a human, according to a surprising new survey. Why we care. While AI can’t entirely replace humans in content creation, clearly generative AI can create content that resonates with consumers. Generative AI 6, humans 0. In six AI- vs. human-generated content battles, the generative AI version “won” each. Here’s an example of one such battle, where the task was to write an introduction for a blog post about the best cat food for indoor cats. AI won 54% to 46%: In the…

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GenAI Can Help Small Companies Level the Playing Field

by Oguz A. Acar and Andrés Gvirtz for Harvard Business Review Dollar Shave Club’s audacious market entry is nothing short of iconic in the marketing world. The bold startup dared to challenge the formidable razor titan, Gillette, with a video that was filmed in just one day at a mere cost of $4,500. Their strategy, marked by a mix of cheeky irreverence and simple value proposition, quickly went viral and captured  interest worldwide. However, such stories remain extremely rare. And it’s often because the behemoths have an inherent advantage. Their extensive resources — be it in technology, market intelligence, or content creation —…

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AI-enhanced YouTube marketing: Insights from 3 case studies

by Greg Jarboe  for Search Engine Land YouTube marketing is growing increasingly sophisticated with the application of artificial intelligence (AI). Brands and marketers are finding new ways to use AI tools to improve the impact of their YouTube campaigns.  This article examines three case studies from Egypt, Saudi Arabia and India, showcasing successful examples of AI-enhanced YouTube marketing. Creating video content that resonates It takes time and talent to master the art of creating video content that can change hearts, minds and actions. At least, that was the case until recently, when three key trends started reshaping YouTube marketing. (Spoiler alert: AI-generated…

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How We Use ChatGPT to Make Our Content Better

By Lauren Basiura for Marketing Insider Group Let’s face it, relying solely on AI to produce great content for humans is a bit like expecting a robot to write a bestselling novel – it may be possible eventually, but we’re definitely not there yet. However, ChatGPT can serve up some pretty good starting points. At Marketing Insider Group, we know the importance of adding extra flair to our content, and ChatGPT has proven to be a fantastic sous-chef in the content kitchen. By taking what ChatGPT offers and infusing it with our unique insights and expertise, we’re turning ‘good’ into ‘great’. Join us…

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How AI will affect the future of search

by Julia McCoy for Search Engine Land Artificial intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing the digital landscape – leaving no room for outdated SEO tactics. As search engines increasingly leverage AI to anticipate user intent, we must completely rethink our strategies and balance human creativity and AI efficiency to stay ahead.  Let’s explore the innovations, opportunities and pitfalls to master as AI propels search into a new era. Search evolution: Prioritizing intent over keywords The era of keyword stuffing is over, replaced by a focus on user intent.  Search engines have evolved to understand the context behind queries. This shift demands a change in…

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AI is only as smart as the data you feed it

by Adlucent  for Search Engine Land Data has become the driving force behind financial resilience and success, giving marketers the challenge of navigating rising CPCs and automation. The need for advanced analytics and harnessing first-party data has never been more crucial to maximizing revenue and profitability. Enter the world of predictive analytics, where the key to above-and-beyond search performance lies in the strategic use of AI technologies and the integration of your own customer data, marketing data and web analytics data. Join Matt Zeiger, VP of technology at Adlucent, in his informative SMX Next session as he unveils how to use first-party…

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How AI Can Improve Your Customer Experience [New Data + Tips]

by Rachael Nicholson for HubSpot 62% of business leaders across industries have invested in AI to help their employees. Of those, 71% have seen a positive ROI, and 72% report increased employee productivity. But how does AI stack up when it comes to customer experience specifically? Keep reading to learn how to leverage AI-driven customer experiences — and why you should. How AI Impacts the Customer Experience How You Can Leverage AI to Improve the Customer Experience 8 Tips for Getting StartedFree Report: The State of Artificial Intelligence in 2023 How AI Impacts the Customer Experience Using data-driven insights, we’ll show you how…

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10 Challenges Marketers Face When Implementing AI in 2023 [New Data + Tips]

by Zoe Ashbridge for HubSpot It’s no secret that embracing AI can come with a wide range of benefits for your marketing team — things like task automation, time and cost savings, increased productivity, and more. Despite these evident benefits, there is a lingering reluctance among many marketers to incorporate AI into their strategies. In our report, The State of AI in Marketing in 2023, we found that only 35% of marketers use AI in their role. So, we wanted to dive into the challenges that marketers face when working with AI and find ways to bridge the gap. Get Started with…

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