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Teflon Mindset - Rising Above Others' Opinions on the Trail to B2B Sales Eminence

Iannarino

One day, I was sitting on an airplane, waiting to take off. Before they closed the doors, a good friend called me to tell me that a person known to me was systematically tweeting something my friend believed would somehow harm me.

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How to transition from a Salesforce Admin into a Marketing Cloud Admin

Salesforce

Hi, I’m Kaelan! I’m a passionate Salesforce Certified Marketing Cloud Instructor and for the past few years I’ve taught people from all backgrounds, from complete novices to experienced Salesforce Admins, all about Marketing Cloud, how to become a Marketing Cloud Administrator, and even how to pass the Marketing Cloud Administrator Certification Exam.

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Google Bard can now respond in real time

Search Engine Land

Google Bard , the conversational AI tool by Google, can now respond to your questions in real-time. You can turn it off and tell Bard to only respond once the answer is complete, but now, by default, Bard writes out the response in real time. Default on. By default, Google has turned on real-time responses, so you can see Bard typing the answer as it figures out the response.

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The CMO’s practical guide to personalization

Martech

Personalization is not just a marketing buzzword. It’s a driving force behind effective consumer engagement. It has come a long way from its origins in the 1990s and is now powered by advanced technology, behavioral data and a plethora of marketing tools. However, as personalization becomes a baseline expectation for consumers, it presents new challenges for chief marketing officers (CMOs).

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How to Improve Email Deliverability and Optimize Each Send

Learn how to optimize email deliverability and drive greater email ROI. What lands your email in the customer’s inbox? Understanding those factors, otherwise known as email deliverability, is critical to getting the most return on your campaign investments. But the “rules” around which factors land you in the spam folder aren’t always easy to keep up with.

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Google CEO details how Chrome helped grow Google Search

Search Engine Land

Google knew as far back as 2010 that Google Chrome would help drive more Google searches. We learned some exact figures today during testimony from Alphabet and Google CEO Sundar Pichai at the ongoing U.S. vs. Google antitrust trial. Users who switched to Chrome from Microsoft’s Internet Explorer performed 48% more Google searches. Users who switched to Chrome from Mozilla’s Firefox performed 27% more Google searches.

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Email marketing strategy: A marketer’s guide

Martech

We are grateful to Kath Pay and Ryan Phelan for their assistance with this guide. Email has long been one of the most reliable marketing channels for getting your messaging in front of your customers. Whether it’s content in the form of a weekly newsletter, a personalized promotion or an important account update, marketers need to trust that their message will be delivered and that they’ve optimized those messages to get maximum engagement.

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Europe gets ad-free Facebook and Instagram subscriptions

Martech

Meta is rolling out ad-free subscriptions for Facebook and Instagram users in Europe. It is also putting a “temporary” ban on ads to those under 18. People over 18 in the EU, EEA and Switzerland will be given the choice to either continue using these platforms with personalized ads or pay a fee to remove sponsored posts completely starting in November.

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September 2023 Google core update: A deep dive into personal knowledge panels and E-E-A-T enhancements

Search Engine Land

In July, Google released a massive update to the Knowledge Graph. We named it the E-E-A-T Knowledge Graph update and gave it the codename “Killer Whale” because it made a splash in the SERPs twice: In real time between July 14 and 18. As part of the September helpful content update. A Knowledge Graph (Vault) update rarely occurs simultaneously with a ranking update, core or otherwise.

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Marketo’s October 2023 releases: A manager’s guide

Martech

Marketo’s October releases are all improvements to existing features. Updates include improved report filtering, the ability to write Excel-style formulas in Adobe’s I/O Runtime and expanded features available with Marketo Engage’s Interactive Webinars. In addition to the bevy of updates Adobe continues to make to Marketo functions, it sunsetted two apps, Marketo Events and Marketo Moments.

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Pinterest revenue rises 11%, delivering better than expected results for advertisers

Search Engine Land

Pinterest’s third-quarter revenue jumped 11% to $763 million in Q3, 2023. Ad earnings surged as the platform’s global monthly active users increased by 8% year-on-year to 482 million. The company credited its success in part to “Its ability to attract and retain advertisers and effectively measure advertising campaigns.” Why we care.

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Brick & Mortar Retail Relevance: How to Stay Ahead of the Curve

Speaker: Jay Black, Senior Account Executive

Let's set the record straight: in-store retail isn't dead - it's evolving! Faced with the digital age and the demands of omnichannel shopping, some retailers are thriving while others are struggling to adapt. Join Jay Black in this exclusive session as he explores the strategies that set successful stores apart, including: Crafting unique and unforgettable in-store experiences 🛍️ Mastering the art of retail demands 🛒 Navigating inventory challenges in today's climate 📦 an

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40+ Powerful Email Marketing Statistics To Grow in 2023

G2

Optimize your marketing strategy to gain more traction in engagement, click-throughs, and open rates with this list of email marketing statistics of 2023.

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Instagram Reminder Ads launch new features to boost reach

Search Engine Land

Instagram Reminder Ads are rolling out new features to help advertisers reach a wider audience: Instagram Stories visibility : Reminder Ads can now be featured within Instagram Stories, allowing businesses to increase visibility and improve efficiency. Ads Manager set up : Reminder ads can now be created directly in Ads Manager, which removes the previous requirement of only using organic posts to create a reminder ad.

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SaaS CEOs That Go The Distance, To IPO … Tend To Be Founder-CEOs (Updated)

SaaStr

Non-founder CEOs get fired all the time — and these days, are quitting more often than ever. Founder-CEOs getting fired seems rarer these days, though. Ubers and WeWorks aside. Two that would be hard to imagine happening today: Pushing Steve Jobs out of Apple. Pushing Sergey Brin + Larry Page “down” to bring in an Outside CEO. A few that we don’t hear about too much: Elon Musk pushing out the first CEO of Tesla.

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Meta unveils ad-free Facebook and Instagram subscriptions in Europe

Search Engine Land

Meta is rolling out no ads subscriptions for Facebook and Instagram users in Europe. People in the EU, EEA and Switzerland will be given the choice to either continue using these platforms with personalised ads, or pay a fee to remove sponsored posts completely from November. Users that opt to pay for a subscription, which will cost €9.99 per month on the web or €12.99 per month on iOS and Android, will not have their information used for ads.

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5 Inspiring B2B Marketing Campaigns to Take Yours to the Next Level

Your next big B2B marketing idea starts here. Get inspired with these five successful B2B marketing campaigns. Ready to generate more leads, interest, and revenue with your B2B marketing? In this comprehensive eBook, you’ll get: In-depth studies of five successful B2B marketing campaigns spanning a wide range of industries Key takeaways and lessons from each story to implement in your own strategy Resources to help your own B2B marketing thrive By submitting this form, you agree to have your con

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Executing a TikTok campaign: Best of the Bot

Martech

Best of the Bot showcases MarTechBot’s responses to prompts submitted by readers. The language model is based on content from MarTech layered on top of ChatGPT. The editors of MarTech selected this response for its usefulness and have supplemented it with additional relevant content. I am the first generative AI chatbot for marketing technology professionals.

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Digging deeper into the E-E-A-T Knowledge Graph 2023 update

Search Engine Land

In July, Google released a massive update to the Knowledge Graph. We named it the E-E-A-T Knowledge Graph update and gave it the codename “Killer Whale” because it made a splash in the SERPs twice: In real time between July 14 and 18. As part of the September helpful content update. A Knowledge Graph (Vault) update rarely occurs simultaneously with a ranking update, core or otherwise.

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Become a data champion by mastering marketing analytics automation by Cynthia Ramsaran

Martech

Today, actionable data is key. Yet, drowning in a sea of information from various sources can be overwhelming. How do you prove your campaigns are hitting the mark and contributing to the bottom line? Automation can elevate your marketing game by freeing time so you can focus on innovative strategies rather than wrestling with data. Join marketing analytics automation experts to learn how to impact the bottom line and prove your campaigns succeed Register and attend “Become a Data Champion

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Become a data champion by mastering marketing analytics automation by Cynthia Ramsaran

Search Engine Land

Today, actionable data is key. Yet, drowning in a sea of information from various sources can be overwhelming. How do you prove your campaigns are hitting the mark and contributing to the bottom line? Automation can elevate your marketing game by freeing time so you can focus on innovative strategies rather than wrestling with data. Join marketing analytics automation experts to learn how to impact the bottom line and prove your campaigns succeed Register and attend “Become a Data Champion

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How to Stay Competitive in the Evolving State of Martech

Marketing technology is essential for B2B marketers to stay competitive in a rapidly changing digital landscape — and with 53% of marketers experiencing legacy technology issues and limitations, they’re researching innovations to expand and refine their technology stacks. To help practitioners keep up with the rapidly evolving martech landscape, this special report will discuss: How practitioners are integrating technologies and systems to encourage information-sharing between departments and pr

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Instagram Tests New Nearby Feed to Help You Connect With Your Community

Refreshing Solutions

Instagram is testing a new “Nearby” feed that would show users public content from people and businesses in their area. The feature was first spotted by app researcher Alessandro Paluzzi and is currently in limited testing. The Nearby feed would be located in the Explore tab and would show a mix of Stories and Reels from users and businesses within a certain radius of the user’s location.

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Sales Ethics Characteristics

Sales Pop!

Coming to the final article in our series on sales ethics, let’s now cover its most practical aspect: sales ethics characteristics. Basics of Character I previously wrote an ebook , Who Are You? The Critical Role of Character in a New Era of Sales explores this subject in depth. I highly recommend you read it. This article will cover some of its essential points.

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15 Essential Sales Performance Metrics

Highspot

In this article, we help you navigate the intricacies of sales performance metrics, guiding you on which ones are pivotal and how best to measure them. What Is Sales Performance? Sales Performance vs. Sales Metrics Why Analyze Your Sales Performance? Tips for Measuring Sales Performance Types of Sales Performance Metrics Challenges in Measuring Sales Performance Improve Sales Team Performance With Highspot’s Powerful Platform What Is Sales Performance?

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How to Plan for a Successful HubSpot Implementation

G2

Proper planning is vital for the successful implementation of HubSpot. By dedicating time to carefully map out the implementation process and align it with their goals, businesses can ensure they fully leverage the powerful features and functionalities HubSpot offers.

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2 Retail Sectors That Are Completely Changing the Game: FMCG & Q-Commerce

Speaker: Joe Heather, Deliverect GM (UK&I) & Noah Hayes, Deliverect GM (US&CA)

Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) and Quick Commerce (Q-commerce) are two vibrant sectors that have undergone significant transformations with the advancements in digital technology. With growing internet penetration and the proliferation of smartphones, consumers' purchasing habits have unsurprisingly evolved. They now demand quick, convenient, and seamless shopping experiences, which both FMCG and Q-commerce sectors strive to provide.

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Field Guide: Cold Email Deliverability

Predictable Revenue

Email deliverability ensures your emails get to the people you're trying to reach. Your sending reputation plays a significant role in this. The post Field Guide: Cold Email Deliverability appeared first on Predictable Revenue.

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4 ways to use sales gamification in your sales process

PandaDoc

Gamification took the sales industry by storm in the latter half of the previous decade — and with good reason. Research has shown that there are huge benefits to gamifying your sales process, including better worker productivity and retention when it comes to learning new things. Done correctly, gamification encourages performance, boosts team morale, and fosters a collaborative environment where employees can thrive and succeed.

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Two Keys for Successful Sales Presentations

Understanding the Sales Force

Team Photo of the American League Champion 1967 Boston Red Sox I frequently write about taking a consultative approach, where listening and asking questions are the keys for successful sales presentations. I’m not referring to the presentation step of the sales process, as much as I am using “sales presentations” as a replacement term for “sales calls.” While watching game 2 of the 2023 World Series, it occurred to me that while I still remember and can name every

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4 ways to find unique content ideas from real-life insights

Search Engine Land

Marketers often work at a distance from frontline operations. We may not directly build the product, deal with angry customer phone calls, or be out in the field selling. We might even be at an agency, an additional level removed from the shop floor or direct interactions with the target customer. How, then, can you: Know what to write about? Insert meaningful insights into your landing pages or ad creative?

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ABM Evolution: How Top Marketers Are Using Account-Based Strategies

In times of economic uncertainty, account-based strategies are essential. According to several business analysts and practitioners, ABM is a necessity for creating more predictable revenue. Research shows that nearly three-quarters of marketers (74%) already have the resources needed to build successful ABM programs.

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A Simple Framework for Exponential Growth at Scale for Technical Buyers with Weights & Biases VP of Growth Lavanya Shukla

SaaStr

Startups only have a limited amount of resources with an unlimited amount of experiments they can try. So, how do growth teams discover and prioritize those resources most effectively? In last week’s episode of Workshop Wednesday , held every Wednesday at 10 a.m. PST, Lavanya Shukla , VP of Growth at Weights & Biases, shared a data and experimentation-driven approach to creating exponential growth systematically.

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Fresh insights from the Revenue Benchmark Report 2023

SalesLoft

Earlier this year, our data scientists analyzed 570 million interactions across the Salesloft platform and aggregated the numbers into a spate of benchmarks for sales teams. This trove of data is useful for grab-and-go benchmarking for prospecting and coaching motions. But we wondered what other stories we could distill from the figures. We revisited the guide and asked several sales pros to extract four insights from the benchmark report and drop them into a guide that we’re calling, quite app

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Vendr: Renewals Are Consuming More and More of IT Budgets. 80%+ Now.

SaaStr

So it can seem sometimes like SaaS spending has crashed recently, but really that’s not right. Every single year, SaaS spend goes up. A lot, in fact. Gartner is even predicting enterprise IT spend will accelerate in 2024. But different years and different times benefit different vendors. The past 18 months, it’s seemed like price increases and consolidation on core vendors has consumed more and more of SaaS IT budgets.

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