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Mastering the Growing Complexities of Buying Journeys

03-Sep-2024 16:46:15 | 11 Minute Read

Our world is getting more complex and this trend is affecting how we do marketing. Channels are multiplying, platforms and trends constantly evolving which has impacted the consumer’s buying journey. We are in the age of the never normal. Whether your business is B2B or B2C, your consumers need more touchpoints before they make a decision and their journey can be a bit of a mess to track and map!

In this blog, we’ll review how the buying journey has evolved for B2B and B2C and provide some tips on how your business can adapt to keep reaching your audience effectively.

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Topics: SEO, Website, Technology, PPC, News, Content, Social Media, Strategy, Ecommerce, Digital Marketing, Paid Search, Content Strategy & Planning, UX, Lead Generation, ABM, Google, Personalisation, Email, Digital Marketing Answered, Data, B2B

Unlocking the Power of AI in Marketing: Insights from Prof Paul Watson

22-Aug-2024 12:07:08 | 5 Minute Read

In the latest episode of Digital Marketing Answered, Tim Butler, CEO of Innovation Visual, sat down with Professor Paul Watson, Director of the UK's National Innovation Centre for Data, to explore the fundamentals of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning. The discussion covered key aspects of AI, including the benefits and risks of large language models (LLMs) like ChatGPT, model bias, and the importance of human oversight in the AI-driven marketing landscape.

Want to listen instead? Find the full interview on apple podcasts here. Prefer Spotify? Listen here instead. Don’t forget to subscribe to our YouTube channel to get the latest Digital Marketing Answered™ updates.

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Topics: SEO, Website, Technology, News, Content, Privacy, Strategy, The State of Marketing, Digital Marketing, Lead Generation, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Email, Digital Marketing Answered, Data, B2B, Generative AI Marketing, AI for lead generation

Search is No Longer Just Typing into Google

02-Aug-2024 11:09:47 | 15 Minute Read

Remember when search results were made of just 10 blue links? How things have evolved since then! Google search has been transformed over the years but the search landscape has also welcomed new players that are disrupting the market. In this article, we look at the complexity of the search landscape today and how businesses can adapt to keep reaching their audience and navigate potential future changes. We’ll discuss the following points:

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Topics: SEO, Website, Technology, PPC, News, Content, Social Media, Strategy, Digital Marketing, Paid Search, Content Strategy & Planning, Lead Generation, ABM, Email, Digital Marketing Answered, B2B

How to Build a Successful Marketing Plan with Huw Waters

31-Jul-2024 15:58:24 | 3 Minute Read

When planning your marketing strategy and activity, it can be challenging to know where to start. In this episode of Digital Marketing Answered™, CEO and Founder of Innovation Visual, Tim Butler interviews Huw Waters, a highly experienced marketing leader, to discuss the essentials for forming your marketing plan. Huw Waters has worked with a diverse range of big-name brands from Panasonic to British Airways and, as a senior marketing leader, he has set the direction and plan for these businesses to position themselves and win against the competition, time and again. In this blog, we will explore key takeaways from their conversation, from top tips like budget allocation to the importance of understanding your current market position.

Want to listen instead? Find the full interview, by clicking on this Apple Podcasts link or this Spotify link. Don’t forget to subscribe to our YouTube channel to get the latest Digital Marketing Answered™ updates.

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Topics: SEO, Website, Technology, PPC, News, Content, Social Media, Strategy, Digital Marketing, Paid Search, Content Strategy & Planning, Lead Generation, ABM, Email, Digital Marketing Answered, B2B

How to Define Your Ideal Customer Profile & Why it Matters

31-Jul-2024 11:34:21 | 6 Minute Read

Defining an Ideal Customer Profile (ICP) for your business now matters more than ever before. With economic unrest and marketing budgets continuing to be squeezed, focusing on generating and nurturing leads from those that will actually deliver revenue is a cost-efficient, smart strategy.

You can’t possibly target everyone, so clearly defining who falls inside your ICP can ensure everyone from marketing to sales is aligned on your target audience and how to talk to them.

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Topics: Technology, News, Content, Strategy, Digital Marketing, Content Strategy & Planning, Lead Generation, ABM, B2B

Unleashing the Power of Lead Scoring for Digital Marketing

30-May-2024 14:12:41 | 4 Minute Read

In the ever-evolving world of digital marketing, lead scoring stands out as a powerful tool that can revolutionise your approach to customer engagement and conversion. By effectively implementing lead scoring, you can streamline your efforts, enhance efficiency, and ultimately drive better results for your business. So, let's dive into the concept of lead scoring, explore its implications, and provide a step-by-step guide on how to adopt this essential strategy moving forward.

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Topics: Strategy, Digital Marketing, HubSpot, Lead Generation, B2B