Anthony Cole Training
JULY 25, 2024
As sales manager, business line leader, or CEO, is your team finding, qualifying and closing as much business as you think they should? Most say "No" when we ask that question, which means that something in your client outreach and sales process has to change. And that change, we believe, starts at the very beginning. The call or outreach to set up an appointment is key.
Martech
JULY 17, 2024
Eighty-three percent of Chinese business decision-makers say their organizations are using AI. This contrasts with the U.S. (65%) and the U.K. (70%). However, closer questioning reveals that U.S. organizations are ahead in terms of genAI maturity, having fully implemented solutions. These statistics come from an extensive global survey of 1,600 decision makers in genAI strategy or data analytics in organizations across key sectors conducted by Coleman Parkes for data management and analytics ven
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Search Engine Land
JULY 29, 2024
Change is the only constant in today’s rapidly evolving digital marketing landscape. Keeping up with the latest innovations isn’t just a choice – it’s a necessity for survival. Generative engine optimization (GEO) is the latest major development revolutionizing the way people search and interact with information online. As GEO and its effects on SEO and digital marketing continue to evolve, we’ll cover the basics to equip you with the knowledge to navigate these dynamic changes and stay ahead.
Salesforce
JULY 10, 2024
As magical as artificial intelligence (AI) feels when it pumps out recommendations, recipes, or works of art in seconds, its greatest trick may be helping humanity build a more sustainable future. Experts are still trying to understand the true energy cost of training and deploying AI, but there is no question we must act now to scale this technology responsibly and minimize environmental impacts.
Advertiser: ZoomInfo
AI adoption is reshaping sales and marketing. But is it delivering real results? We surveyed 1,000+ GTM professionals to find out. The data is clear: AI users report 47% higher productivity and an average of 12 hours saved per week. But leaders say mainstream AI tools still fall short on accuracy and business impact. Download the full report today to see how AI is being used — and where go-to-market professionals think there are gaps and opportunities.
Heinz Marketing
JULY 22, 2024
By Lisa Heay , Director of Business Operations at Heinz Marketing As part of my Marketing Operations role, one of my focus areas is to understand how our website is performing and where we have opportunities for optimization. But we don’t have a dedicated website team, advanced tools, or even a budget to put toward the effort. In my research, however, it seems it’s not all totally necessary.
Iannarino
JULY 22, 2024
Discover how waking up early can transform your productivity and well-being, and learn practical tips to make it a habit.
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Martech
JULY 29, 2024
Change is constant, but one thing is certain: hype cycles grab attention and influence budgets, for better or worse. Artificial intelligence (AI) is just the latest enterprise fixation, but it won’t be the last. Additionally, AI is too broad a term to focus on, with generative AI taking much of the oxygen in conversations, yet with other forms of artificial intelligence, such as predictive analytics and robotic process automation (RPA), having a larger existing footprint.
Search Engine Land
JULY 31, 2024
Google Analytics 4 (GA4) is a powerful tool for analyzing website and app traffic, offering valuable insights into user behavior and campaign performance. This article explores how SEO professionals can leverage GA4’s features to refine their strategies, from linking with Google Search Console to analyzing organic traffic and setting up custom events.
Salesforce
JULY 18, 2024
How MOL Group went digital to become their customers’ number one travel companion. With AI assistants now automating customer service , writing scripts, and balancing budgets, the business uses of generative AI seem endless. Yet, AI outcomes directly depend on having the right input data. Ideas and prompts matter more than you may think. The truth is simple: Your output will only be as innovative as your input.
Heinz Marketing
JULY 30, 2024
By Tom Swanson Engagement Manager at Heinz Marketing Let’s get straight to the point: there is no one-size-fits-all approach to integrating AI. Part of this is because of regular change management rules (every change is different, etc.), but another part is just how nebulous the term “AI” is. Somewhere in the past 6 months I lost sight of what the term actually means.
Speaker: Jesse Hunter and Brynn Chadwick
Today’s buyers expect more than generic outreach–they want relevant, personalized interactions that address their specific needs. For sales teams managing hundreds or thousands of prospects, however, delivering this level of personalization without automation is nearly impossible. The key is integrating AI in a way that enhances customer engagement rather than making it feel robotic.
Iannarino
JULY 30, 2024
Are you tired of sales reps who feel more like actors than genuine partners? Here are some clues that can help you identify reps that are more style than substance.
Anthony Cole Training
JULY 12, 2024
Every salesperson has attended sales meetings and left thinking “Why do I have to go to these meetings? They are a waste of time and not helping me get better at selling.” Sales leaders and managers must own and address this problem.
Martech
JULY 23, 2024
Brands today face a new and formidable threat: AI-powered dupes. These sophisticated copycats are eroding consumer trust, diluting brand identities and damaging bottom lines. The cost? The sale of counterfeit products is a $2 trillion criminal enterprise that impacts virtually every industry, according to the National Crime Prevention Council (NCPC).
Search Engine Land
JULY 22, 2024
Google is reversing course and won’t phase out third-party cookies in Chrome as previously planned, instead opting for a new approach that gives users more control, the company announced today. Why we care. This decision marks a significant shift in Google’s privacy strategy and will come as a relief to many in the advertising industry who have been scrambling to prepare for a cookieless future.
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Hubspot
JULY 19, 2024
You know what would have been great to have access to during my days as a teacher? An AI presentation maker. Whether you’re a teacher or a business professional, eye-catching presentations are a great way to spread (and digest!) information quickly. Thankfully, AI presentation makers are becoming popular design tools. And one of the biggest perks of AI for presentations is that it can save you valuable time.
Heinz Marketing
JULY 19, 2024
By Carly Bauer , Marketing Consultant at Heinz Marketing To succeed we must adapt to remain competitive. We all know this, yet some companies are faster or slower to adapt than others. As we work to adapt their strategies to the ever-changing market, one key decision that is becoming more common is whether to leverage AI technologies or partner with a specialized agency to achieve their goals.
Iannarino
JULY 29, 2024
Discover the timeless elements of traditional sales that still make a difference in today's digital world.
Anthony Cole Training
JULY 5, 2024
Remember the tagline and series of commercials by American Express, “Don't leave home without it?” In this case, we don't want salespeople to leave the office without pre-call planning and pre-call preparation. This is a specific discipline, a hallmark and habit of all great salespeople.
Speaker: Jay Allardyce, Deepak Vittal, Terrence Sheflin, and Mahyar Ghasemali
As we look ahead to 2025, business intelligence and data analytics are set to play pivotal roles in shaping success. Organizations are already starting to face a host of transformative trends as the year comes to a close, including the integration of AI in data analytics, an increased emphasis on real-time data insights, and the growing importance of user experience in BI solutions.
Martech
JULY 10, 2024
No marketing technology series would be complete without discussing the ever-important measurement of success or KPIs. I have been writing about KPIs and ROI my entire career, with the topic becoming especially hot and heavy during the dawn of social media. I recall discussing the topic at a digital marketing dinner about 15 years ago, where after several glasses of wine, the bold consensus was to forget direct ROI and instead find inherent value in the new relationships we could garner on socia
Search Engine Land
JULY 10, 2024
Internal linking is one of the most under-utilized arrows in the quiver of a site owner. Although inbound link building gets all the press, it’s the correct use of internal linking that can really move a site algorithmically when done strategically. Need to provide increased UX to users accessing content ? Use internal linking. Need to promote an inclusive, accessibility-compliant experience ?
Hubspot
JULY 30, 2024
As a B2B salesperson for companies like IBM and Open Text, scheduling in-person meetings or phone calls was often challenging, regardless of my prospect or client’s industry or business size. Then, the game changed when I leveled up my sales email writing game with curiosity-provoking subject lines, strong body text, and compelling closing statements.
David Meerman Scott
JULY 22, 2024
Seeing my favorite band at the most technologically advanced music venue in the world was an exhilarating, fascinating, exciting, and just a little frustrating experience. Bobby Weir and Mickey Hart are cementing their legacy by continuing to innovate while performing a Grateful Dead songbook that was mostly written over 50 years ago.
Speaker: Brendan Sweeney, VP of Sales & Devyn Blume, Sr. Account Executive
Are you curious about how artificial intelligence is reshaping sales coaching, learning, and development? Join Brendan Sweeney and Devyn Blume of Allego for an engaging new webinar exploring AI's transformative role in sales coaching and performance improvement! Brendan and Devyn will share actionable insights and strategies for integrating AI into coaching and development - ensuring personalized, effective, and scalable training!
Iannarino
JULY 2, 2024
I had already written the book when the publisher approached me and asked if I had ever considered writing a book. I told him that I already had. He asked me why he couldn’t find it, and I told him that it wasn’t out yet. It would be available early next year, on January 15, 2016. Then, he asked me what it was called. I told him what I planned to call it.
Sales Pop!
JULY 19, 2024
Our communications are precursors to our outcomes, both business and personal. Communication will, in every way, either benefit or harm the outcomes we desire, making it vital to pay strict attention and revise our words when needed. Moreover, accurate communication is vital for personal and business efforts. Otherwise, misunderstandings will arise, and people will walk away.
Martech
JULY 11, 2024
Did you know that you have your own intent data? You don’t need to buy it. If you are executing campaigns, especially in existing accounts, you have data that goes much deeper than you could buy. You just know where and how to look for it. Once you find it, you will realize that what has been sold or said to you about “signals” isn’t exactly true. The reality of intent signals As marketers, we’ve been told that there is a connection between a “signal” of a prospect seeking information with their
Search Engine Land
JULY 25, 2024
OpenAI today announced SearchGPT, its long-awaited search product. SearchGPT is a “temporary prototype” and limited to just 10,000 users and publishers at launch. OpenAI plans to integrate the “best” parts of the new search features directly within ChatGPT in the future. How SearchGPT works. SearchGPT responds to queries using its AI models plus information pulled from the web.
Speaker: Laura Noonan, Chief Revenue Officer at CallFinder + Angie Kronlage, Director of Program Success at Working Solutions + April Wiita, Vice President of Program Success at Working Solutions
Are you still manually reviewing calls? 🤔 It's time for a change! The traditional method of manual call monitoring is no longer cutting it in today's fast-paced call center environment. Industry experts Angie Kronlage and April Wiita from Working Solutions are here to explore the power of innovative automation to revolutionize outdated call review processes!
Hubspot
JULY 31, 2024
When you think about online checkout experiences, odds are retail comes to mind. But over the past several years, digital checkout for B2B has seen an explosion in growth. In late 2021, a Gartner study revealed that 83% of B2B buyers prefer placing orders or paying for goods through digital channels. B2B consumers want the same seamless, product-led experiences they’ve grown to love with their favorite B2C brands.
Heinz Marketing
JULY 24, 2024
By Win Salyards , Senior Marketing Consultant at Heinz Marketing Artificial Intelligence tools like language models and image generators have revolutionized business operations. These tools offer unprecedented efficiency and cost-effectiveness, making them an attractive option for many tasks. However, as businesses increasingly lean on AI for content creation, customer service, and other functions, it’s crucial to understand the technical implications of this dependency.
Iannarino
JULY 12, 2024
Unlock the secret to mastering cold calling and all-bound sales strategies with OutBound 2024!
Sales Pop!
JULY 9, 2024
When frustration hits, it is wise to take time out to regroup and reorganize your thoughts and ambitious plans. During extraordinarily challenging times, it helps to isolate oneself to replay disturbing instances and then allow the mind to wander. A wandering mind often offers unique ideas for serious consideration; even better, it can lead to a more fruitful experience.
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