Positioning is one of the most critical (and overlooked) aspects of marketing strategy. We talked to Mark Evans of Marketing Spark to get his advice for brands looking to improve their positioning. You can listen to the full interview on the Hot Pursuit Podcast or watch the video below. What is Positioning in Marketing? Mark describes positioning as the way…
Lead qualification is a critical component of lead generation. It ensures your sales and marketing efficiency. The first step is usually to identify marketing qualified leads (MQLs). But some say this is an outdated method. There are other strategies to identify and nurture your leads that may be more effective. In this article, we’ll cover MQLs and alternative approaches. The…
Are you generating leads only to immediately fall off their radar? You can fix that with drip marketing. It’s a communication strategy that delivers a set of pre-written messages over time. These messages can be in various formats, including: This article will explain how to drive more revenue with drip marketing. Drip Marketing: A Powerful Engagement Tool Drip marketing is…
We live in a fast-paced, information-saturated marketplace. Lead generation is just the first step in a lengthy customer journey. The real challenge lies in converting these leads into loyal, paying customers. Lead nurturing plays a crucial role in that process. What is Lead Nurturing? Lead nurturing is the process of developing and reinforcing relationships with potential buyers. It requires careful…
If you’re new to the industry, you might not know what people mean when they say something about “sales leads.” You probably don’t want to go up to your boss and say, “Hey, boss… what’s a sales lead?” That’s probably why you just googled it instead. We’re here for you. We’ll explain what leads are in sales and why they’re…
A baseline of financial literacy is essential for anyone in sales and marketing. Comprehending basic accounting terms and their implications on business is a foundational component. Two critical terms are revenue and profit. This article will cover each term and the differences between the two. What is Revenue? First, let’s define revenue. Revenue is the total amount of money your…
Your sales process is one of the key drivers of success for a business. So if you’re not seeing the results you’re looking for, now might be a good time to reassess your process. In this post, we will take a deep dive into: The Difference Between Your Sales Process and Your Sales Cycle Before we get into the meat…
Marketing personalization is a critical element for driving business growth. A McKinsey study found that personalization leads to 5 to 15% increases in revenue. And businesses that get it right see 10 to 30% increases in marketing-spend efficiency. But only 15 percent of CMOs believe their company is on the right track with personalization. Lifecycle marketing can help with that….
As social media platforms evolve, businesses must adapt to engage with their audiences. Amid these changes, one constant remains powerful: authenticity. Social media manager and content strategist Sharon Chidra Jonah of Buzz Social is a big believer in authenticity. We got her insights on why it’s such a crucial tenet of successful social media marketing. The Power of Authenticity “Being…
Ever wondered if changing a single word in your marketing copy could boost its persuasiveness? A new study suggests that it might. Communication, the unsung hero behind successful marketing campaigns, holds the key. Marketers communicate to consumers through ad campaigns, sales teams deliver compelling pitches to clients, and consumers are constantly sharing experiences with each other. Marketers and copywriters who…
