Wed.Nov 08, 2023

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Conquer and Command-Mastering the Art of the Displacement Sale

Iannarino

Your obligation after displacing a competitor is to continue to capture mindshare that will allow you to improve your client’s results.

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Google releases November 2023 reviews update

Search Engine Land

As expected, Google has released the November 2023 reviews update today on November 8, 2023 at around 12 pm ET. This will be the last time Google announces a reviews update because, as it said, “because they will be happening at a regular and ongoing pace.” Google posted , “Released the November 2023 reviews update. Learn more about how to write high quality reviews.

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How to make your ‘ideal customer profile’ more ideal

Martech

B2B marketing success hinges on more than just innovative strategies and cutting-edge technologies. At the heart of top-performing B2B marketing programs lies a solid answer to the fundamental question: Do you truly know your best customers and where to find more of them? Understanding and leveraging customer profitability Every company has a finite number of target customers who hear their value proposition better, need it faster, will pay more money for it and will stay longer.

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Google SGE expands to 120 countries while adding new follow-up questions, AI translation help and more definitions

Search Engine Land

The generative AI version of Google Search, Google Search Generative Experience , is now rolling out to over 120 countries and territories. Google also added new ways to follow up with AI-generated search answers, new AI translation help, and additional AI-powered definitions. This is Google’s “largest global expansion yet” of SGE, the company announced.

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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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Do I Really Need To Be In These Meetings?

Heinz Marketing

By Carly Bauer , Marketing Coordinator at Heinz Marketing At Heinz Marketing, we regularly talk about sales and marketing alignment– A strategic and collaborative approach in which a company’s sales and marketing teams work closely together to achieve common goals, increase efficiency, and improve overall business performanc e. Even though the term SALES and MARKETING is frequently referenced, the concept of alignment should involve the organization as a whole to allow harmonious in

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Google page experience report updated in Search Console

Search Engine Land

Google has updated the page experience report in Google Search Console to show more of an informational page, with links to the same reports. “The Search Console Page Experience report is evolving to help site owners consider page experience more holistically as part of the content creation process,” Google wrote. Google told us months ago that this would be happening.

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YouTube’s ad blocker crackdown could be breaking EU privacy laws

Search Engine Land

YouTube’s ad blocker crackdown could be illegal in the EU. The platform has been using JavaScript code to detect ad-blocking extensions without asking users for consent first, claims privacy expert, Alexander Hanff – who has filed an official complaint with the Irish Data Protection Commission (DPC) The alleged act could mean YouTube is violating EU privacy laws – however, Google is denying the charge.

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Preparing to Convert: The BIG Miss You Might Make

SalesProInsider

​ Spoiler alert: In this article, I’m going to focus on a topic that many people consider boring. Because of that you may want to close it out and watch more rescue dog videos (oh, maybe that’s just me). I encourage you to keep reading and not look away because what I’m discussing today is one of the key ways to increase the probability of success in your sales conversations.

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Why your PPC strategy needs a full-funnel approach

Search Engine Land

To scale your PPC efforts and reach a broader audience effectively, you need a strategy encompassing every stage of the customer journey, from brand discovery to taking action. This is where the concept of a full-funnel PPC approach comes into play. This article will explain the importance of full-funnel PPC marketing and provide a solution for effective reporting with Looker Studio.

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The state of MOps (-Apalooza)

Martech

“It’s like shaking up all the letters in a Scrabble bag,” she said, “then pouring them all over the table and trying to make a word.” The senior marketing operations manager was talking about one experience of trying to put a martech stack together. “We have, I think, 90 solutions in the stack,” said another MOps manager, warming to the subject of under-utilization.

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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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GA4 path exploration report: 3 ways to uncover website roadblocks

Search Engine Land

Navigating the unexpected deadends and misleading turns of a poorly organized website is never fun. Your website must provide visitors with what they expect to find, whether that’s content, products, or whatever means to whatever end. And yet, I continue to see websites that seem to be designed to keep users ensnared in an annoying virtual corn maze, complete with dead ends and false trails.

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Nick Mehta, CEO Gainsight: My Top 10 Failures as a SaaS CEO & What I’ve Learned (Video + Podcast)

SaaStr

“I don’t know about you, but I fail a lot,” Nick Mehta, CEO of Gainsight, says as his opener at SaaStr Annual 2023. In SaaS, we talk a lot about hyper-growth, uber-successful companies, but many founders, including hyper-growth founders, make mistakes over and over. In this talk, Nick shares his top 10 failures as a CEO while getting to $200M ARR. Maybe you feel SaaS is crushing it this year, but it’s not easy for a lot of folks.

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Best of the Bot: Write a blog post on local SEO for small businesses

Search Engine Land

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

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5 Reasons Sales Is the Best Profession On Earth

Membrain

Everybody knows the stereotype of the sleazy used car salesperson. Few professions are as widely disrespected and disliked as the profession of sales.

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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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YouTube rolls out ‘For You’ feed to creators’ channels

Search Engine Land

YouTube is rolling out a personalized ‘For You’ section on the home tab of creators’ channels. From November 20, whoever visists your channel will be greeted with a tailored list of recommended videos, comprising a “mix of content from your channel based on the viewer’s watch history.” The platform is encouraging creators to review their settings and select formats before the launch.

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2024 brings the end of the third-party cookie. So now what?

Martech

Google announced some time ago that the third-party cookie would stop being supported by Chrome before the end of 2024. But all the drama around this topic has been lost in the sea of artificial intelligence hype. Join experts from Acquia as they discuss what the end of the third-party cookie means for you and your business. Learn more by registering and attending “ 2024: The End of the Third-Party Cookie.

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The 2023 Content Marketing Report: See how AI is transforming the game by Digital Marketing Depot

Search Engine Land

We’re excited to share WordPress VIP’s 2023 Content Marketing Tech Report. This in-depth research of over 1,500 marketing professionals reveals key insights into how top brands are leveraging martech tools and AI to drive business growth through content. This report is essential reading for anyone looking to maximize their content marketing results.

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5 Interesting Learnings From ZoomInfo at ~$1.3 Billion in ARR

SaaStr

So Zoominfo is one of our favorite SaaS / Cloud leaders at SaaStr. Why? Basically bootstrapped. Incredibly profitably — amazingly so. Great founder-CEO. Won big in a category that’s complicated (data). And also, because it’s one of the Cloud leaders at scale ($1B+ ARR) that’s sort of canary in the coalmine. They sell sales & marketing tools.

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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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2024 brings the end of the third-party cookie. So now what? by Cynthia Ramsaran

Search Engine Land

Google announced some time ago that the third-party cookie would stop being supported by Chrome before the end of 2024. But all the drama around this topic has been lost in the sea of artificial intelligence hype. Join experts from Acquia as they discuss what the end of the third-party cookie means for you and your business. Learn more by registering and attending “ 2024: The End of the Third-Party Cookie.

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Doritos Silent “Crunch Cancelling” Plug-In for Gamers

David Meerman Scott

I love the new offering from Doritos. In a fabulous example of deeply understanding a buyer persona, the snack food brand just released a software plug-in that gamers (and others) can use to silence the annoying “crunch” sound when they are gaming or talking.

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Amazon’s AI image generator: What advertisers need to know

Search Engine Land

Amazon is looking to become a player in the generative AI game and also sell more products from ads. The online retailer’s new Amazon AI image generator lets you upload product photos and add AI-generated backgrounds to produce lifestyle imagery and give your ads a boost. Lifestyle imagery, no technical expertise needed Though it didn’t really start dominating headlines until this year, AI has been around for a long time, albeit in subtler ways – and Amazon has been a key player.

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How to Use a Field Advisory Board in Your Sales Enablement Strategy

RAIN Group

In the competitive landscape of B2B sales , organizations are constantly seeking ways to improve their sales training to drive better results. One highly effective approach we’re seeing gain traction among our clients is the establishment of field advisory boards.

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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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How to Be a Good Sales Manager, According to Leaders With High Attainment & Low Turnover

Hubspot

Being a sales manager is a whirlwind experience, especially for those who were once successful sales reps themselves. Transitioning into a leadership role requires a whole new set of skills and strategies. Fortunately, there are valuable best practices that can help aspiring sales managers excel in their positions. In this blog post, we'll explore 14 essential best practices and tips from experienced sales managers at HubSpot.

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How To Build Capital-Efficient SDR Teams with Lou Petrossi

Predictable Revenue

On this episode, Collin Stewart and Lou Petrossi, founder and CEO of Inside Scale, have a compelling conversation. The post How To Build Capital-Efficient SDR Teams with Lou Petrossi appeared first on Predictable Revenue.

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The 4 secrets of effective communication

Martech

Is your marketing team communicating effectively? Everything in marketing is built upon communication. Being able to have a powerful message and present it clear and memorable way is critical. Without communication, there would be no marketing. It turns out internal communication is equally, if not more, important than communication with your customers.

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What Is a Customer Satisfaction Score (CSAT)? All About Your Service Report Card

Salesforce

With 48% of customers citing poor service experiences as their main reason for switching brands, it’s essential to get a clear view of how your customers feel about your business. That’s why customer satisfaction score (CSAT) is the most popular performance indicator among service professionals, with 74% of organizations using it to measure success.

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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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Your Small Business Can Compete With Large Rivals — The Right Tools Are Key

Salesforce

Today’s business buyers want more than just a good product or service: In fact, 80% say that the experience a company provides is as important as its products and services. This is an amazing opportunity for small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) to win business from much larger rivals. Competing against large enterprises with seemingly boundless budgets and resources may seem daunting.

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