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12 ways to use a customer data platform

Martech

Customer data platforms (CDPs) are a versatile tool in the martech stack. If you don’t already have a centralized database for your customer data, a CDP can serve you well in that function. But don’t assume that if you already have a customer database there’s no need for a CDP. That’s not always true.

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7 proven strategies for effective B2B customer retention

Martech

To paraphrase an old saying: New customers are silver; old customers are gold. Keeping customers you already have is less expensive, consumes less time and provides a reliable income stream. Despite this, marketers spend remarkably little effort on customer retention. Give me leads. ” 3.

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How social listening increases customer advocacy: 6 examples

Hootsuite

The customer is always right. That’s why customer advocates — those who shout their love for your brand — are worth their weight in sales. We’re sharing how you can use social listening to increase customer advocacy, including six inspiration-worthy examples. What is customer advocacy? Where to find these zealous patrons?

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5 tactics to build customers’ trust

SmartBrief - Marketing

Whitmer (Mosaicx) Research clearly illustrates the value consumers place on personalization. One report found that 84% of customers say being treated like a person – instead of a number – is crucial to winning their business. 5 ways to build trust and respect customer privacy 1. This isn’t confined to any one industry.

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2020 Database Strategies and Contact Acquisition Survey Report

47% of marketers said they have a database management strategy in place, but there is room for significant improvement. Marketing and sales teams are feeling pressured to deliver authentic messaging to buyers at every point of their customer journey. New tactics to acquire data to reach marketing goals.

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How to Create a Multilingual Content Strategy That Attracts and Converts More Customers

Hubspot Marketing

An increasing number of smart brands are embracing the idea that engaging their ideal customers who speak other languages is an effective way to attract and convert more customers. Customer Intimacy In marketing, one-size-fits-all approaches aren’t really effective. Do this : Start with the customer you want to serve.

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How to Deliver Customer Experiences That Increase Conversions

Hubspot Marketing

Some Consumers Consistently Have Less Than Ideal Customer Experiences I conducted a research study for a client in 2022 to understand how consumers of hotels and bed and breakfasts think about belonging. I’ve stayed at numerous places where there was nothing to eat on the menu for me (vegan) and staff was not open to making adjustments." "I