An email subject line has one job – to get your email opened. A simple task, but if you don’t nail it everything else you write isn’t going to matter. So here are my top tips on creating really good subject lines: Writing a good subject line is very hard. You don’t have…
Data and Demand Gen – what’s new?
Recent advances in give demand generation marketers tricks to reduce waste and gain better results. But, the sheer volume of options can be overwhelming. So, I thought I’d share what I’m finding most useful right now: First – if you have marketing automation or CRM, there are probably new tools just…
Are you failing at measuring your demand gen campaigns?
The best thing about demand generation is that it’s measurable marketing, but so many companies don’t track their efforts. Is yours one of them? Here are my thoughts on how companies are failing at measuring their efforts – and some easy solutions: They don’t set objectives. If you don’t know what…
Effective Demand Generation Really Only Takes One Thing
The purpose for demand generation is simple – making money. But a lot of companies overcomplicate their efforts and that usually means they don’t get the return they want. The good news is that most of the time, for your team, your programs and your prospects, less is more. So,…
You have some content? Now what do you do with it?
If you read my last blog on developing content, you probably have a few things ready to go. But what’s next? 1. Good generally educational content inspires interest and establishes your company’s value proposition. So, use content to bring in leads from search, third party programs, outbound emails and partner programs.…
Content 101 – Easy tips for getting the content you need for Demand Gen
Developing content for demand generation may be what intimidates my clients the most. And sadly, statistics show that over half of content posted is never even read. So how do you develop effective content without paralyzing your resources? Here are some tricks I use: Start with understanding your customer journey…
How much is too much? Let’s talk about communications limits.
Even if you’re compliant with email laws, spamming is really in the eye of the beholder. Do you wonder if you’re contacting customers too often? Here are some tips on making your communications count. Start by documenting everything your prospects and customers are getting. That means from sales, customer support,…
So you have leads. Now accelerate them!
Many companies focus lead generation efforts solely on acquiring leads. That’s great, but why not also use some tricks to move them down the pipeline faster? Here are a few ideas: Engaged leads buy faster and the right offers increase engagement. It helps to draft a story arc of what…
Agency and Vendor Searches without Losing your Mind
The right vendors act as valued strategic partners and maximize the time of your marketing team. But if your call center, agency or marketing automation platform aren’t doing the job, is it time to make a switch? Here’s some hints on how to replace a critical vendor without losing your…
Ten Tricks You Need to Try!
After 18 years of consulting, I have a few tricks up my sleeve. If you’re looking for better results, give these a try. 1. Set an objective. I know I say this in every single blog, but it’s important. If you don’t decide what you want to accomplish, you won’t…