The CMO Survey

APRIL 1, 2025

The 34th edition of The CMO Survey reveals a complex landscape for marketing leaders: While their organizational influence grows and AI adoption accelerates, they face increasing pressure to demonstrate ROI amid slowing budget growth and performance metrics. of marketing effortsa remarkable 100% increase since 2022. within three years.

Transform 130

Transform CMO Key Performance Indicator Customer Acquisition 130

Martech

OCTOBER 28, 2024

Much like an old engine that’s past its prime, some AI marketing strategies are sputtering as technology speeds ahead. 6 AI trends in marketing you need to let go of 1. This way, marketers can ensure more accurate personalization and faster adaptation to customer needs.

Market Trends 129

Market Trends Transform Customer loyalty Millennials 129

Marketing Insider Group

OCTOBER 16, 2024

B2B social media marketing builds connections between businesses through platforms like LinkedIn, Twitter, and Facebook, helping companies reach key decision-makers and industry influencers. In fact, eMarketer reports that 60% of B2B marketers say social media is their most effective channel for generating revenue.

Social Media Marketing 117

Social Media Marketing Key Performance Indicator Whitepaper Industry Insights 117

Neil Patel

FEBRUARY 3, 2021

Many marketers think generating a ton of traffic to their website is the end-all-be-all of online marketing. What’s far more important is getting your target market right. Your target market is the people you want to buy your product or service. Demographics are actually subsets of a target market.

Target Market 142

Target Market Food User-Generated Marketing 142

Hubspot Marketing

AUGUST 10, 2022

Every day, we're on the receiving end of a direct marketing campaign. In this article, you'll learn the benefits of a direct marketing strategy, how it works, and the benefits of leveraging it. The Benefits of Direct Marketing. How to Create a Direct Marketing Strategy. Define your target market.

Direct Marketing 141

Direct Marketing Marketing Strategy Direct Mail Target Market 141

Hubspot Marketing

AUGUST 25, 2022

If you’re a marketer looking to reach new audiences, partnering with influencers can be a great way to do that. Influencer marketing is an incredibly effective strategy. As a result, influencer marketing has naturally become one of the most popular marketing methods. million by 2025. Influencer Collaboration.

Influencer Marketing 145

Influencer Marketing Marketing Strategy Marketing Marketers 145

Hubspot Marketing

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

Those companies did below the line (BTL) marketing right. Email marketing, direct mail, events — below the line marketing includes these and similar targeted tactics to convince and convert buyers. Table of Contents What is below the line marketing? Answering “What is BTL marketing?” And where do you begin?

Direct Mail 116

Direct Mail Marketing Marketers Email Marketing 116

Backlinko

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

What are the 4 Ps of marketing? For over 60 years, these four elements have been the cornerstone of many successful marketing strategies. Well, they’re the backbone of every successful marketing strategy. Mastering these four elements is what separates good marketing from great marketing. Absolutely.

Price 111

Price Real Estate Promotion Food 111

SmartBrief - Marketing

DECEMBER 18, 2024

This high level of trust underscores the potential for effective marketing to young Hispanics through social media influencers. Social media influencers are essential to the Hispanic market and should be included in any marketing strategy. Opinions expressed by SmartBrief contributors are their own.

Gen Z 100

Gen Z Millennials Health Entertainment 100

Martech

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

Market research is indispensable for businesses, guiding strategies and decisions with data-driven insights. This diminishes the research’s value and weakens marketing’s credibility. Market research combines science (i.e., Why is market research underutilized? Incorporating new data sources.

Market Research 117

Market Research Analytics Marketing Marketers 117

Marketing Insider Group

MARCH 30, 2021

When you hear the phrase “product marketing,” what are some of the first brands that come to mind? Product marketing is all about the consumer. To be a successful product marketer, you must pull the consumer into your narrative. Product marketing is where sales, marketing, and product development overlap.

Product Marketing 145

Product Marketing Marketing Strategy Product Customer 145

Hubspot Marketing

JULY 22, 2024

Do you take a good, hard look at your team's marketing strategy every year? Without an annual marketing plan, things can get messy — and it's nearly impossible to put a number on your budget for the projects, hiring, and outsourcing over the course of a year if you don't have a plan. You should.

Marketing Plan 106

Marketing Plan Social Media Marketing Marketing Marketers 106

SmartBrief - Marketing

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

This emphasizes the importance of adopting mobile-first marketing strategies. Let’s explore why mobile-first strategies are crucial for success in a highly competitive market and then dive into the mobile-first marketing strategies themselves. It’s 58.67%, to be exact, Statista reports.

Marketing Strategy 130

Marketing Strategy Marketing Marketers SEO 130

Marketing Insider Group

MAY 27, 2020

The digital revolution has leveled the playing field when it comes to winning at marketing. It’s no longer necessary to have a huge marketing budget and to work with a pricey agency to increase your sales. But you can’t expect to be successful in digital marketing without a solid plan. Quick Takeaways. Take Stock of Your Assets.

Digital Marketing 145

Digital Marketing Marketing Strategy Marketing Marketers 145

Rock Content

JUNE 1, 2024

With so many terms and colloquialisms used in digital marketing , it can be hard to determine exactly what is meant by phrases that sound similar, like “customer persona” and “ideal customer profile”. Another common example of terms that are often confused with each other is “target market” vs ‘target audience”.

Target Market 98

Target Market Advertisers Advertising Marketing 98

Hubspot Marketing

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

And while I may relax that way in my personal life, I also use those skills in business, where I conduct B2B market research to build marketing strategies and plans. Let’s chat about how you can learn about B2B buyers and how market research can equip you and your team for success.

Market Research 120

Market Research B2C Marketing Marketers 120

Hubspot Marketing

MAY 13, 2022

Would it be correct to assume a major part of your marketing strategy today is digital? With a number of other responsibilities and tasks that you need to do, how can you also efficiently create, fine-tune, and maintain an agile digital marketing strategy? Now, let's look at digital marketing strategy.

Marketing Strategy 145

Marketing Strategy eBook Digital Marketing Education 145

SMEI

DECEMBER 20, 2022

As we approach the end of 2022 and look towards 2023, it’s clear that the world of marketing is constantly evolving. Here are a few significant aspects of marketing that will be advancing in 2023. This is especially true for marketing, as digital channels and tools have become central to reaching and engaging customers.

Transform 61

Transform Marketing Marketers Manufacturing 61

Martech

JUNE 28, 2024

This phenomenon could be driven by the excitement and novelty of discovering new products or the effectiveness of targeted marketing strategies for first-time visitors. These insights underscore the importance of developing tailored strategies to address decision paralysis across different demographics.

Marketing Strategy 120

Marketing Strategy Shoppers Transform Marketing 120

Hubspot Marketing

OCTOBER 3, 2024

Brand tracking is an essential marketing strategy for measuring brand performance, customer loyalty, and market positioning. Traditionally, companies rely on surveys, panels, and market research to gather this data. But what practical marketing applications does AI have for brand tracking — and how accurate is it?

Branding 128

Branding Customer loyalty CMO Market Segmentation 128

Martech

DECEMBER 4, 2023

As a general rule, marketers should major in the majors. Edge cases are usually considered to be more of an issue for software and hardware developers than they are for marketers. Marketers are dealing with audiences, and it’s understood that some people will fall through the cracks. Marketing is a percentage game, after all.

Marketing Strategy 124

Marketing Strategy Marketing Marketers Market Segmentation 124

Hootsuite

APRIL 22, 2025

Key takeaways Facebook marketing involves promoting your company on Facebook to build awareness for your products, grow an audience, and generate leads and sales. A Facebook marketing strategy can include various types of content such as organic posts, Stories and Reels, as well as paid ads. What is Facebook marketing?

Gen Z 89

Gen Z User-Generated Marketing Marketers 89

Orbit Media Studios

DECEMBER 17, 2024

By Andy Crestodina I recently led a full-day workshop at the MarketingProfs B2B Forum called AI for B2B Content and Lead Generation during which I shared dozens of AI methods and prompts for content marketing, SEO and lead generation, Marketing Profs, as usual, wanted to max out the awesomeness levels, so they asked me to create a workbook.

Thought Leadership 117

Thought Leadership Copywriting SEO Marketing 117

Tiecas

APRIL 10, 2025

Youre probably familiar with the term industrial buyers journey if you are a Marketing or Sales Manager at a manufacturing company. Like most such people I talk to, youre under constant pressure to generate high-quality leads in increasingly complex and slow-moving target markets.

Manufacturing 52

Manufacturing Marketing Strategy Marketing Marketers 52

Scoop.it!

APRIL 12, 2022

In this article, we’re going to explore some of the ways you can leverage the power of content marketing to develop your personal brand, expand your reach, and build audience trust. This is where a content marketing strategy comes in handy. How content marketing can help your personal branding.

Marketing Strategy 116

Marketing Strategy Content Marketing Branding eBook 116

Hootsuite

MAY 1, 2025

Influencer marketing campaigns are a multi-billion-dollar business , and each year, more and more savvy brands partner with influential social creators to drive revenue, boost visibility, and connect with motivated audiences. Key takeaways Influencer marketing campaigns that work are built on strategy, not just follower count.

Influencer Marketing 95

Influencer Marketing Affiliate Marketing Marketing Marketers 95

OnDemand CMO

DECEMBER 18, 2024

AI is no longer a nice-to-have; its officially the backbone of smart marketing. Do More with Less: Welcome to the Efficiency Economy Budgets are tightening, and marketing teams are being asked to deliver more results with fewer resources. Lets take a closer look at your current strategy Take our Marketing Assessment today.

Transform 74

Transform Thought Leadership CMO Marketing 74

Businesses Grow

JULY 31, 2023

Today I’d like to move beyond the tips and tricks phase of AI and marketing (although that is still a lot of fun!) and provide something more advanced — how to design an AI marketing strategy. Let’s step back from the hype and take a more strategic view of how AI will be applied to strategy.

Marketing Strategy 97

Marketing Strategy Marketing Marketers CRM 97

Martech

OCTOBER 24, 2024

Additionally, the platform offers customizable brand voices and image tools, as well as marketing automation capabilities. brings its Marketing Mix Modeling and Analytics App to the Snowflake AI Data Cloud. This app helps marketers estimate budgets, analyze the performance of different media channels, and optimize marketing strategies.

User-Generated 124

User-Generated Marketing Mix Communications Advertisers 124

Lynton Web

OCTOBER 15, 2024

But are you using it to rule your marketing kingdom? In the ever-evolving digital marketing landscape, data-driven strategies have become essential for businesses seeking a competitive edge. Unleashing Creativity with Data Analytics Data analytics has long been a cornerstone of effective marketing. Data is king.

Marketing Strategy 92

Marketing Strategy Manufacturing CRM User-Generated 92

Exposure Ninja

AUGUST 9, 2023

A go-to-market strategy (GTM strategy) is a detailed plan that outlines how a company or organisation will introduce and promote its products or services to the target market and customers. The main goal of a go-to-market strategy is to ensure a successful product launch and a successful lifespan for the product.

Marketing Strategy 98

Marketing Strategy Marketing Marketers Communications 98

Litmus

OCTOBER 16, 2024

In this article, we’ll cover what customer lifecycle marketing is and how you can implement it to convert casual browsers into loyal brand advocates. Understanding each stage lets you tailor marketing to boost customer engagement and loyalty. Lifecycle marketing asks, “How can we keep our product relevant?”

Health 93

Health Customer Journey User-Generated Marketing 93

Martech

AUGUST 31, 2022

Yet, creating and marketing videos goes far beyond YouTube findability. A solid marketing strategy should always include both of these parts of buying journeys. To sum up, when you start researching video-driven search queries, you get a better understanding of your target market and where your product may fit in.

Digital Marketing 105

Digital Marketing Marketing Strategy SEO Transform 105

Rock Content

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

Explore the Go-to-Market strategy concept. What Is a Go-to-Market (GTM) Strategy? A Go-to-Market (GTM) strategy is a strategic plan developed to position your new service or product for launch. Within this plan, you’ll identify your target audience and coordinate messaging to reach them effectively.

Marketing Strategy 95

Marketing Strategy Customer loyalty eBook Key Performance Indicator 95

Hubspot Marketing

OCTOBER 29, 2024

I wanted to find out how exactly B2B ecommerce strategies differ from B2C ones, the different types of B2B ecommerce channels, and how to successfully market a B2B business, so I talked to the people who know it best. Here’s how to get your B2B ecommerce strategy right, according to industry experts.

eCommerce 119

eCommerce B2C Manufacturing Retail 119

Duct Tape Marketing

JULY 16, 2024

Fractional CMO Services: Strategy Before Tactics an Interview with John Jantsch written by John Jantsch read more at Duct Tape Marketing In a recent interview on the Near Media podcast , I had the opportunity to discuss the growing trend of fractional CMO services and how they can benefit small to midsize businesses (SMBs).

CMO 90

CMO Customer Journey Communications Place 90

Rock Content

JULY 28, 2023

In fact, 79% of marketers surveyed by the Content Marketing Institute (CMI), stated that interactive content improves messaging retention. The Rock Content marketing team has harnessed the power of interactive elements such as quizzes, polls, calculators , and more to revolutionize the way we connect with our target market.

Marketing Strategy 98

Marketing Strategy Transform eBook User-Generated 98