Decode the secrets of successful B2B digital marketing with Demand Decoded, the podcast hosted by Blend, a B2B website and demand generation agency. Our show focuses on breaking the mould of traditional B2B marketing tactics, providing actionable insights that you can use to transform your marketing into a revenue-generating machine. With a team of experts from Blend as our main hosts, we delve into the latest trends and strategies to help you become a better marketer. We cover topics like: ...
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B2B buyer behavior is changing and traditional lead generation tactics just don’t work the way they used to. Enter demand generation - a strategy that caters to the way buyers actually want to buy. Join us for interesting conversation around how to create a catalyst for growth by building your company’s demand generation engine. This podcast is for HR technology marketers and leaders – as well as any other B2B marketer that is ready to break through the clutter of a crowded market and crush ...
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Beyond Blog Posts - How HubSpot Transformed into a B2B Media Powerhouse with Kyle Denhoff
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1:00:08Content marketing has changed dramatically in recent years. Simple blog posts and SEO strategies that once drove results are no longer enough. Today's B2B companies need to think more like B2B media engines to earn their audience's attention and trust. In this episode of Demand Decoded, we welcome Kyle Denhoff, HubSpot's Sr. Director of Marketing f…
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The ONLY Marketing Metrics That Matter
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34:40Marketers today are drowning in measurement options. From obsessive over-tracking to reporting irrelevant numbers to leadership, many teams struggle with data overload without gaining actionable insights. In this episode of Demand Decoded, we identify the truly essential marketing metrics that directly impact business outcomes. We reveal a practica…
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Driving Revenue Through Personal Brands
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1:10:06In this episode of Demand Decoded, we sit down with George Boot of Nomupay to explore how businesses can build authentic connections through personal branding. The conversation covers George's initial motivation for implementing personal branding, the early challenges he faced, and how he successfully scaled the approach across different department…
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[MUST LISTEN] Is SEO Still Worth Investing In?
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25:50In this episode, Dan tackles a common question: does SEO still work? As search changes with AI and people watch more videos, he explains why SEO remains valuable - especially for businesses selling products and services. Dan shares practical advice about combining SEO with other marketing channels. Learn how to balance creating videos and writing c…
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LinkedIn Ads: The Money-Burning Mistakes That Are Killing Your ROI
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40:48In this episode, Dan pulls back the curtain on the costliest LinkedIn advertising mistakes he's uncovered after analysing millions in ad spend across dozens of accounts. Whether you're just starting with LinkedIn ads or looking to optimise your existing campaigns, this episode is packed with actionable insights to help you dodge common pitfalls and…
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The Marketing Skills Crisis: Why Teams Are Falling Behind in 2025
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32:47There is a huge, and ever-growing skill gap that's making it harder for marketers to deliver real business impact. While businesses continue to increase their marketing investments, they're not seeing the same return. In this episode we dig into why throwing more resources at the problem isn't the solution. Instead, success in 2025's complex market…
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AI in Demand Generation - Beyond the Hype
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42:51AI has dominated conversations for the past two years, with endless possibilities discussed but few concrete applications for demand generation. In this episode, we cut through the hype to explore practical AI use cases that every business can implement in their demand gen strategy right now. Watch all episodes on YouTube Join future episodes live …
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Is Marketing Undervalued in Your Business?
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34:41Despite clear data showing marketing's vital role in business growth, many organisations continue to undervalue its impact. If you're tired of being the last voice heard at the table and facing constant budget cuts, this episode is for you. We'll explore why businesses undervalue marketing and share practical strategies to shift this perspective in…
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Where Marketing Budget Goes to Waste
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48:06Marketing budgets are often poured into strategies that deliver zero ROI, yet many marketers continue investing in ineffective tactics. In this episode, we explore why marketers fall into costly spending traps, and how proper data analysis can help you identify and eliminate wasteful marketing investments. Watch all episodes on YouTube Join future …
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50 Episodes Later - What Actually Works in B2B Demand Generation
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47:40Join us for the 50th episode of Demand Decoded! To mark this special milestone, we're distilling two years of incredible insights, guest expertise, and proven strategies into one powerful episode. We'll reveal what REALLY works in B2B marketing, bringing together the fundamental lessons that have emerged from our journey so far. Watch all episodes …
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How to Create a Website Strategy That (Actually) Drives Revenue
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52:27Your website influences every deal you close - yet most businesses still don't create a strategy for it. In this episode of Demand Decoded, we'll explore how to create a website strategy that will transform your website from a static resource into a strategic tool that actively drives pipeline and revenue. Watch all episodes on YouTube Join future …
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The 7 Best B2B Marketing Strategies for 2025
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42:39We're back at it again, sharing what's actually working in B2B marketing for 2025. Based on real results from us, our client campaigns and insider insights from our network of marketers, we break down the strategies you can't afford to miss next year. Watch all episodes on YouTube Join future episodes live on LinkedIn…
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How to Leverage AI in Marketing: Human + AI Collaboration
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25:44Delve into the critical relationship between human oversight and AI to create more efficiencies within marketing. This episode explores practical steps and personal experiences from the Growth Mode Marketing team on leveraging AI without sidelining human creativity and expertise. From ensuring ethical data practices to refining AI-derived content, …
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Proven Approach to Paid Ads - Live Strategy Session 2
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1:00:18This live strategy session focuses on paid ads in demand gen. We discuss: How to decide which channels you should be using Best practices for paid ads in B2B demand gen How to measure what's effective in your own business Watch all episodes on YouTube Join future episodes live on LinkedInBlend által
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How to Leverage AI in Marketing: What We’ve Learned | Part 2
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31:51As AI technology evolves, its role in B2B marketing becomes increasingly impactful, yet understanding how to use it effectively can be a challenge. In this episode, we continue to take a deep dive into our team’s journey with AI, sharing insights on the real-world applications and hurdles encountered along the way. From streamlining tedious tasks t…
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Marketing Qualified Leads (MQLs) have faced a lot of scrutiny from industry influencers lately. But are we focusing our criticism on the wrong aspect of B2B marketing? While the MQL label often takes the blame for marketing inefficiencies, we dive into the deeper structural issues affecting B2B marketing performance and explain why MQL remains a va…
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How to Leverage AI in Marketing: What We’ve Learned | Part 1
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24:58AI is rapidly transforming marketing by automating tasks, enhancing creativity, and optimizing workflows. It’s no longer just for tech companies—as B2B marketers, we all can now easily integrate AI into our strategies to drive efficiency and innovation. Many marketers are still in the experimental phase, so in this episode, we discuss what we’ve be…
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Lead-to-Demand Generation Transformation: Live Strategy Session
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58:05Thanks for tuning into the first Strategy Session, a bi-weekly live event where marketing professionals can understand the current state of demand generation and discover proven approaches for driving real business growth. We opened the first session by covering how to strategically pivot from lead generation to demand generation, and how to create…
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INBOUND 2024's Hidden Insights: Learnings From 500+ Marketing Conversations
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41:01In this episode of Demand Decoded, Dan and Phil go beyond the typical event recap to share Blend's experience at INBOUND 2024. They unpack valuable insights from sponsoring the event, reveal winning strategies for effective event marketing, and distil key takeaways from conversations with over 500 marketers. Tune in for a deep dive into the current…
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Find & Convert: A Proven SEO + LinkedIn Ads Strategy
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49:28This episode is a recording of Dan's talk hosted by Metadata's Demand Community. SEO and LinkedIn Ads aren't typically discussed in connection with each other, but they can be a powerful, demand-generating force when used strategically. In this session, Dan Stillgoe, Marketing Manager at Blend, will share a practical approach to aligning your SEO a…
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How to leverage AI in marketing: Learning & experimenting
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29:45Unlock the power of AI and how it can help marketers by embracing a mindset of continuous learning and experimentation. From understanding the basics of AI-driven platforms like ChatGPT to practical tips on how to incorporate these technologies into your marketing workflow, this session explores how to start leveraging AI effectively. Tune in to le…
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The Paid Search Audit That Drives Results: A Complete Walkthrough
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58:02In this tactical episode, we’re joined by Blend’s PPC Campaign Manager, Sean Williams, to dive deep into the world of Paid Search with a comprehensive guide to auditing your PPC campaigns. From goal setting to conducting a thorough health check, optimising ad copy, perfecting landing pages, and analysing results, this episode is loaded with actiona…
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What to think about before you cut your marketing budget
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17:05It has been a challenging couple of years for many companies in the HR tech space – as many have struggled to hit revenue targets. There have been less buyers in the market. And those that are looking to make a purchase often take longer to decide. Revenue shortfalls can put companies in the position of having to make tough decisions to keep the bu…
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Increasing MQL to Closed Won Conversion by 300%
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44:01In this episode of Demand Decoded, we lift the lid on how we improved our own MQL to closed-won conversion rate by 300% year on year. We cover how marketing can truly have an impact on this crucial metric and help to drive improvement on the bottom line. Watch all episodes on YouTube Join future episodes live on LinkedIn…
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Demand Gen 101: Steal This Playbook
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46:19Looking to improve demand generation in your business, but not sure where to start? In this episode of Demand Decoded, we strip things back to basics and explore a comprehensive approach to enhancing demand generation across all stages of the buyer journey. From initial demand creation to final conversion, tune in for practical, actionable advice o…
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How to leverage LinkedIn to reach more HR tech buyers
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32:54Building brand awareness in the market can take many forms. One channel that has gained a lot of momentum is LinkedIn. If your buying audience hangs out on LinkedIn, it can be a prime marketing channel for your company. It can play a pivotal role in reinforcing and expanding your company’s brand. And it’s a way to consistently stay in front of pote…
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Dialing in your marketing: The levers that impact results – marketing & sales alignment + sales processes
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26:22In past episodes, we’ve been digging into the 12 levers that we believe need to be dialed in around your marketing efforts to optimize results. In this 6th and final episode of the multi-part series, we are wrapping up with the final two levers: marketing & sales alignment AND sales processes. While the other levers are more directly owned by the m…
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Dialing in your marketing: The levers that impact results – tactics + measurement
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32:50In the ever-evolving landscape of marketing, it’s crucial to fine-tune every element to drive optimal performance. In previous episodes, we delved into the first eight essential marketing levers out of the 12 we believe need to be dialed in to optimize your marketing performance. On this episode, we're shifting our focus to the next two critical co…
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[The B2B Podcast Formula] How to Create and Grow a B2B Podcast
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1:04:11While podcasts are popular in B2B marketing, few drive real business impact. Join us on Demand Decoded as we reveal the formula for effective B2B podcasts. Our guest, Jonathan Reid, Founder of Reidentify (a B2B podcast agency), shares insights on: Why B2B companies should invest in podcasting Essential steps to launch a successful B2B podcast Using…
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Creating a new product category in a crowded market: Part 2
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17:45With so many options in the HR tech market, standing out can be a daunting task, especially when your technology doesn't fit neatly into an existing category. But it’s clear that while building a new product category in HR tech or work tech is challenging, it can be also a strategic move that can lead to market leadership if done well. Listen in to…
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Working Budget vs. Non-Working Budget: Where Should Marketers Invest?
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1:01:50Is your marketing budget being split effectively? In this episode of Demand Decoded, we tackle a widespread challenge in marketing... Balancing short-term results with long-term growth. We'll explore how the pressure for quick wins often leads to overspending on 'working' budgets, while neglecting crucial 'non-working' investments that build sustai…
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Creating a new product category in a crowded market: Part 1
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20:56The HR tech market is extensive – with a lot of options to solve the big challenges. According to Sapient Insights, there are 7 established product categories in HR tech, with 55 application categories within the main product categories. But what do you do when your technology doesn’t fit clearly into an existing category? This is a question that a…
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Dialing in your marketing: The levers that impact results – brand identity + awareness and content
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27:38Marketing is often described as a complex game with elusive success formulas, challenging marketers to cut through the noise and capture the attention of potential customers. This episode, part of a series exploring 12 essential marketing levers, focuses on two pivotal elements: brand identity and awareness, and content. Understanding and fine-tuni…
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The Allbound Methodology: Integrating Inbound and Outbound w/Ben Smith
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51:24Is it possible to use both inbound and outbound effectively, at the same time? In this episode of Demand Decoded, Ben Smith, Marketing Director at Reachdesk dives deep into the Allbound methodology, how you can use it in your business, and how they've used it at Reachesk to smash their revenue targets. We discuss: What 'Allbound' is The benefits of…
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Dialing in your marketing: The levers that impact results – scale & contact database
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28:51Marketing is a challenging game to play. And figuring out the magic formula to success is not an easy feat. As marketers, we’ve got a hard job: break through the clutter of a noisy market to get the attention of prospects and win them over. The reality is marketing is a very nuanced element of a company’s success. If just one component is not diale…
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Lead Generation vs. Demand Generation (Data-Backed Comparison)
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55:06Is demand generation really more effective than lead generation? Until recently, there was limited publicly available data comparing the effectiveness and conversion rates of these two marketing approaches. But thanks to research from HockeyStack, we now have clear data showing the differences in performance. In this episode of Demand Decoded, we a…
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Selling AI in the HR tech market is a new frontier: Part 2
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18:34AI isn't just a buzzword. Over the last year, it's become a pivotal component in almost every HR solution, with many companies integrating AI into their technology platform to enhance their offerings. Marketers are keenly positioning AI at the forefront of their strategies, hoping to capitalize on this trend to stand out in the highly competitive H…
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Selling AI in the HR tech market is a new frontier: Part 1
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23:03AI has been around for years, but it has really taken off in the last year within the HR tech market. It seems nearly every solution includes some level of AI baked into the capabilities. And many marketers are leading with this technology in their message positioning as everyone tries to ride this latest wave in the quest to win more market share …
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Google Algorithm LEAKED (14,014 Potential Ranking Attributes Exposed)
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30:03A few days ago, a major leak exposed Google's internal Search Ranking documents, revealing over 14,000 potential ranking attributes. This unprecedented look into Google's algorithm has sent shockwaves through the marketing and SEO community. Google search is one of the world's most secretive, closely-guarded algorithms. There has never been a leak …
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Driving Real Demand with LinkedIn Ads
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1:04:51Want to drive real demand with LinkedIn Ads? LinkedIn is the go-to social platform for most B2B companies, offering a direct line to your target audience. But, for many reasons, lots of businesses running ads on LinkedIn struggle to see tangible results. In this episode of Demand Decoded, we cover proven strategies to effectively advertise on Linke…
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Dialing in your marketing: The levers that impact results – strategy & budget
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23:54Effective marketing is multifaceted, requiring dialed-in alignment across various components to truly optimize your demand generation programs. Each lever is a critical piece of the marketing puzzle, capable of transforming the results of your programs. If your company is struggling to meet revenue targets, it’s crucial to examine a series of 12 st…
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Dialing in your marketing: The levers that impact results – audience & positioning
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20:12The key to effective marketing is making sure your programs are dialed in to the behaviors and needs of your target market and the strategic objectives of your business. Beginning in this episode, GrowthMode Marketing introduces how we define 12 marketing levers that impact your initiatives and bottom-line results. They are: Audience Positioning St…
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When prospects go dark… and how to re-engage
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21:15The sales team is working actively with a hot prospect. They watched demos, enthusiastically engaged in communications and requested a proposal … then suddenly, nothing. They stop responding. It’s frustrating for sure, but there may be many reasons why it happens. Don’t automatically assume they went with a competitor and stop pursuing. Listen to t…
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Does Blogging Still Have a Place in B2B Demand Generation?
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56:08Blogging was once the go-to content medium for most B2B companies. It was a proven way to attract and engage audiences. But, with the rise of other content mediums and channels, the role of blogging has evolved. In this episode of Demand Decoded, we'll explore if blogging still has a place in a modern demand generation strategy, covering: - The spe…
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A Winning Demand Gen Approach for Early-Stage Startups w/Tanya Tran
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1:03:29In this episode, we sit down with Tanya Tran, the Head of Marketing at the early-stage startup Partful, to explore how she built a demand generation powerhouse from the ground up. Tanya shares insights from her first 90 days at Partful, including how she quickly established trust with the leadership team, the strategic marketing investments she mad…
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Uncovering buying intent to win more new business
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25:18With just 5% or less of B2B buyers in the market to buy at any given time, marketers need to get creative to drive leads and meet revenue goals. Your middle- and bottom-of-funnel prospects are the most likely audiences to have buying intent. Check out this episode for ideas on how to zero in on these prospects with informative content, nurture camp…
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How to gear your marketing programs to today’s HR tech buyer
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24:23The GrowthMode team is hearing from many marketing leaders who say they’re struggling to figure out why their programs aren’t driving better results. The reasons can sometimes be more obvious to us because we have the luxury of looking at it from an outside-in perspective. While your internal team is naturally heads-down working hard to produce wor…
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Proven SEO Strategies That (Actually) Generate Revenue
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1:04:59With 8.5 billion searches happening 𝐝𝐚𝐢𝐥𝐲 on Google, SEO is still one of the most powerful ways to capture demand and drive revenue, but the right approach is crucial for success. In this episode, we share our proven SEO approach that actually generates revenue. We dive into Blend's own SEO strategy, which generates hundreds of high-intent leads, a…
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With fewer prospects buying HR technology right now, should you slash your marketing budget?
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19:10For more than a year, there have been less prospects in the market to buy HR tech solutions. It’s estimated that only 1% of prospects are actively buying these days compared to the more typical 5%. And this trend isn’t showing signs of a rebound just yet. Maybe you’re asking yourself whether to slash your marketing budget. It’s a question we’ve bee…
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Taking creative risks with your marketing to stand out in the HR tech market | Part 2
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19:45In part 2 of our conversation with Matt Torman, content marketing pro at work tech company, Brex, we continue exploring why moving away from marketing that attempts to be “everything to everyone” helps you breakthrough and standout in a crowded HR tech market. Listen now to learn why taking calculated, creative risks with a blend of innovative idea…
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