By John Heinz, Founder and Chief Creative Officer at Ultra Unlimited Originally Posted on LinkedIn In the fast-paced world of B2B tech, standing out from the crowd is no longer a luxury—it's an absolute necessity. But how can you capture the attention of your target audience in a sea of information overload? The answer lies in a game-changing content marketing best practice: the art of storytelling. Picture this: Instead of bombarding your prospects with mundane technical jargon and feature-heavy content, imagine captivating them with a compelling narrative that ignites their imagination and drives genuine engagement. Welcome to the era of…
What is Copywriting? How it Helps In b2b SaaS Lead Generation?
by Hamza Rashid, originally posted on LinkedIn Copywriting is the art and science of crafting written content with the primary goal of persuading the reader to take a specific action. In the context of B2B (business-to-business) SaaS (Software as a Service) lead generation, copywriting plays a pivotal role in attracting potential clients, engaging them, and ultimately converting them into leads and customers. What Is Copywriting? Copywriting involves creating written content, often referred to as “copy,” that is designed to resonate with the target audience. It focuses on conveying a compelling message that encourages the reader to perform a desired action. This…
Which AI Tool Writes the Best Marketing Copy? [I Tested Several Different Tools]
by Erica Santiago for HubSpot As a marketing copywriter, I can tell you writing is critical to any successful marketing campaign, from emails to social media posts to blogs. Even the most seasoned writer can struggle to keep up with demand, so taking advantage of the AI tools available to streamline your process and boost your productivity is crucial. But what tool is best for you and the content you need to create? Get Started with HubSpot's AI Campaign Assistant I tested several AI copywriting platforms to find which tools write the best marketing copy. By the end of this…
How Enterprises Are Using AI for Email Marketing
by Ayaz Nanji for MarketingProfs Are enterprise marketers using artificial intelligence to help with their email campaigns? If so, what are the most common uses and challenges? To find out, RPE Origin and Ascend2 surveyed 110 marketers who work for organizations with 500+ employees. Some 24% of respondents say they're already using AI extensively in their email marketing campaigns, 33% say they're using it to some extent, 25% are not using it yet but have plans to, 14% have no plans to, and 4% are unsure. Among enterprise marketers who are using or plan to use AI as part of their email campaigns, 50% are doing so for…
12 Content Marketing Myths… BUSTED
By Michael Brenner for Marketing Insider Group We’ve all heard it said: “Every company with a marketing budget should be using content marketing.” But is that really the case? Surprisingly, not everyone’s on board. In fact, a staggering 10% of organizations have yet to embrace this powerful marketing strategy. That’s right, 1 in 10 companies are missing out on one of the most impactful ways to reach their audience. But why is this? And more importantly, if you’re already using content marketing, are you making the most of it? In this blog, we’ll debunk some of the biggest myths surrounding content marketing, armed…
Survey: 70% of marketers feel overwhelmed by AI changes
by Danny Goodwin for Search Engine Land Marketing professionals say they are overwhelmed by the pace of AI developments, according to a new survey. While 70% of marketers often or always feel overwhelmed, just 30% rarely or never feel overwhelmed, according to a survey released by SOCi, a marketing platform for multi-location brands. “It’s a call to action for organizations to prioritize continuous learning and offer support to their teams. Otherwise, millions and billions invested in AI will be wasted,” said Monica Ho, CMO of SOCi. No training or education. Perhaps contributing to some of that overwhelmed feeling is this survey…
The Human AI-Touch in B2B Marketing: Trends for 2024
by Jorge Borges In 2024, several trends are set to shape the B2B marketing arena, from personalization to AI-powered data-driven-decisions. After attending a couple of international industry events, I've destiled insights and notes into 7 major trends that (IMHO) will define B2B landscape in the coming year and beyond. Trend 1. Personalization Takes Center Stage Personalization is no longer a mere trend; it is the vanguard in B2B marketing. Instead of pursuing generic approaches, businesses are making a profound shift towards crafting hyper-personalized experiences that resonate with their clients. It's about understanding not just the needs but the very essence…
Is decoupling marketing development and strategy from asset production worthwhile?
by Ina Niessler for Your Insider from the Outside Many businesses are implementing huge changes to their corporate strategy as they attempt to adapt to the challenges of the new normal. They’re exploring new ways of meeting customer needs and changing the way digital marketing assets are both designed and published. To facilitate such transformations, businesses are revaluating the effectiveness of their marketing departments and investigating whether a new setup could help them achieve more. The first question they ask themselves is: Does our marketing department possess the right competencies? Many companies develop their marketing strategy internally, using all their…
Three Social Media PR Tips for Driving B2B Brand Visibility
by Austin Andrukaitis by MarketingProfs Social Media has changed, and still is changing, public relations. Some companies might overlook social media's importance and use it as an afterthought, but fully 77% of customers will choose a brand over its competitor after having a positive experience on social media, Sprout Social found. That considered, you need to take advantage of social media to create awareness and generate buzz for your company. Here are some social media PR tips to help you boost your brand's visibility. 1. Use influencer marketing The right influencers can help boost your brand's visibility and awareness. But how do you find the…
[Research Round-Up] Where AI In Marketing Stands In Mid-2023
by B2B Marketing Directions (This month's Research Round-Up discusses two recent surveys that examine how marketers are using artificial intelligence in mid-2023. These surveys explore the extent of AI adoption in the marketing industry, the use cases and expected benefits of AI, and marketers' concerns and uncertainties about AI.) Source: Marketing AI Institute/Drift 2023 State of Marketing AI Report by the Marketing AI Institute and Drift 918 survey respondents, 61% of whom were director-level or above 53% of the respondents were affiliated with B2B companies - another 35% said their company is both B2B and B2C Respondents represented over 20 industries - 41% worked…