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AI is a threat to some marketing agencies, an opportunity for others

Martech

AI will soon be able to handle up to 95% of the work currently done by marketing agencies, creative professionals and specialists, according to Sam Altman, CEO of OpenAI. If his prediction holds true, are marketing agencies headed for an extinction event in which some survive but many are wiped out, like the dinosaurs at the end of the Cretaceous period?

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5 Effective Ways Subscription-Based Companies Can Generate Leads

Zumvu

Subscription-based businesses thrive on acquiring and retaining customers who pay a recurring fee for their services or products.

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How a Bottom-Up Budget Can Transform Your Company From Bottom to Top

Hubspot Marketing

The first time I managed a marketing budget, I was handed a dollar figure and asked to accomplish X, Y, and Z with it. The following year, I was asked to do more with a slightly smaller budget. Sound familiar? While this top-down approach is common, it isn’t the only way to budget. The opposite approach is a bottom-up budget, where each department and team proposes a budget according to their needs and goals.

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B2B customer acquisition strategies are evolving

Martech

For a long time it was difficult for B2B marketers to meet prospects face-to-face or at in-person events. Customer acquisition became in many respects a digital process, although it’s now being complemented again by the human touch. While social media and digital advertising have been the leading customer acquisition channels since the early days of the pandemic, live events and partner programs are becoming important again.

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State of AI in Sales & Marketing 2025

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.

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PayPal’s new ad business could be good news for financial marketing

illumin

PayPal just announced its new advertising business venture. This could spell out opportunities and huge potential for financial services marketing. The realm of financial marketing is spicing up, thanks to digital payments company PayPal’s recent news: it is venturing into the ad business space. In a press release issued in late May 2024 , PayPal appointed Mark Grether as the Senior Vice-President and General Manager of a newly established division, PayPal Ads.

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Consumer Confidence: What It is & How It Works

Hubspot Marketing

Every time I visit my favorite coffee shop, the barista gives me a smile, nods, and brings my go-to order in a few minutes. It’s a relationship built on trust and loyalty. Imagine if all your customers felt the same about your brand. In crowded markets where buyers are spoilt for choice, gaining consumer confidence can help you become a trusted name.

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26 Company Swag Ideas Employees Will Actually Like

Hubspot Marketing

Research shows that company swag can be a highly effective tool for boosting engagement. In fact, in one recent study , 61% of survey respondents agreed that promotional products help build brand awareness, and 58% reported that they loved getting swag. That being said, through my experience as the head of marketing at two different tech companies, I’ve found that not all swag is equally well-received.

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Maximizing Martech’s Impact: Insights From The CMO Survey

The CMO Survey

The post Maximizing Martech’s Impact: Insights From The CMO Survey appeared first on The CMO Survey.

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Native Advertising Strategy: How and When to Use It

Hubspot Marketing

I’m usually pretty irritated when I’m watching something and a pop-up blocks my view. I try to hit that x like I’m playing whack-a-mole. But when I’m scrolling through social media and see something that tells a story or makes me laugh, I’ll stop and watch no matter who posted the content — a person or a brand. That second kind of advertising is called native advertising.

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How to create a buyer persona in 5 simple steps

AWeber

Do you know who your customers are? More importantly, do you know what they want or need from you? If you don’t, writing engaging email content for your audience will be a challenge. After all, it’s difficult to write content for someone you don’t know or understand. That’s where buyer personas come in. What is a buyer persona? A buyer persona is a fictional person who represents your ideal customer or a portion of your audience.

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Making the Moment: The Art of Creating Events That Drive Results

Speaker: Aja Bradley Kemp, Founder & Chief Experience Officer at Conversate Collective

In a world where every brand is vying for attention, how do you make your events stand out? ✨ From creative swag strategies to immersive brand experiences, the key lies in fostering real connections that inspire action and leave a lasting impression. Whether you're planning a large-scale conference or an exclusive executive gathering, this session will explore how to elevate event engagement, strengthen brand perception, and maximize ROI.

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LinkedIn shrinks link previews for organic posts

Search Engine Land

LinkedIn has reduced the size of link preview images for organic posts, while maintaining larger preview images for sponsored content. Why it matters. The change aims to encourage more native posting on LinkedIn and could prompt more users and brands to pay for sponsored posts to retain larger link previews. Why we care. The change incentivizes advertisers to pay to promote posts to get more visibility with larger link previews.

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45+ Mind blowing email statistics you should know

AWeber

Email marketing continues to be one of the most powerful tools for growing your business. (Need proof? Check out stat #1 below.) Although email marketing has been around for decades, it’s everchanging. New email marketing tools — like AI in email — pop up all of the time. These new tools are helping us do our jobs better and more efficiently, and in turn impacting some of statistics in I put together this comprehensive list of email marketing statistics that will help you see the importance of

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Google to honor new privacy laws and user opt-outs

Search Engine Land

Google is rolling out changes to comply with new state privacy laws and user opt-out preferences across its ads and analytics products in 2024. The big picture. Google is adjusting its practices as Florida, Texas, Oregon, Montana and Colorado enact new data privacy regulations this year. Key updates include: Restricted Data Processing (RDP) (which is when Google limits how it uses data to only show non-personalized ads) for new state laws: Google will update its ads terms to enable RDP for thes

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5 Ways Email Marketing Can Help Nurture Strong Customer Relationships

Litmus

Great email marketing is a lot like relationships or new friendships. It starts with a memorable first impression, progresses with a series of positive interactions, and culminates in a long-term commitment that both sides get a lot out of. Like any relationship, there’s a lot of learning and effort needed to make sure you know what the other person needs, and how to give it to them.

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The GTM Intelligence Era: ZoomInfo 2025 Customer Impact Report

ZoomInfo customers aren’t just selling — they’re winning. Revenue teams using our Go-To-Market Intelligence platform grew pipeline by 32%, increased deal sizes by 40%, and booked 55% more meetings. Download this report to see what 11,000+ customers say about our Go-To-Market Intelligence platform and how it impacts their bottom line. The data speaks for itself!

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4 key SEO lessons to avoid site launch disasters

Search Engine Land

Site launches are arguably one of the most risky SEO endeavors. You can go from pure SEO bliss to catastrophe at the flip of a switch. I’m sure any experienced SEO you ask could tell you a site launch horror story or two; whether it was their own doing due to lack of knowledge/experience or something completely out of their hands. My hope with today’s article is that you may learn something from some of the lessons I’ve learned launching websites over the past decade.

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Meet the Mailers: Being a Problem Solver

Whos Mailing What

In this episode, we talked with Production Solutions about how the company is revising its missions to emphasize solving problems for its clients and partners.

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Google restores News and Discover after widespread disruption

Search Engine Land

Google is having some technical difficulties this morning with its news engine. Google News, the news tab in Google Search, Google Discover, Google Trends and other Google services that use news publications are currently not returning results for many searchers. The issue seemed to start a couple of hours ago , but now is getting worse and happening for more Google searchers.

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Meet the Mailers: Being a Problem Solver

Whos Mailing What

In this episode, we talked with Production Solutions about how the company is revising its missions to emphasize solving problems for its clients and partners.

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The Intersection of AI and Sales: Personalization Without Compromise

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.

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Lead gen vs. ecommerce: How to tailor your PPC strategies for success

Search Engine Land

One size certainly does not fit all in PPC advertising. The strategies that drive success in ecommerce often differ from those required for effective lead generation. Lead generation through PPC is more challenging than ecommerce. There are more obstacles and numerous sales funnel strategies to navigate. Additionally, major ad networks often favor ecommerce brands because of their new features and educational resources.

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Branding Secrets Every Small Business Should Know

Zumvu

As a small business, you can understand how crucial it is to stand out from the competition. Here's where branding comes into play. The good news is that building a strong brand yourself doesn't have to cost a lot of money.

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Crafting a Memorable Slogan: Tips and Examples for Standout Brand Messaging

Vertical Response

How do you create a slogan that captivates and defines your brand? Slogans are the heartbeat of a company’s messaging, but crafting one that stands out requires insight and finesse. This guide breaks down the elements of a compelling slogan, gives tips for crafting your own, and examines iconic slogans that changed the game. Key Takeaways A great slogan distills complex ideas into a memorable phrase that captures your brand’s personality and core values.

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Ultimate Guide to B2B Marketing Automation

Zumvu

B2B business has been evolving very quickly since technology continues to advance. With complex sales cycles and processes, B2B marketing automation can benefit many companies out there, regardless of their size.

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Relevance, Reach, Revenue: How to Turn Marketing Trends From Hype to High-Impact

Speaker: Alexa Acosta, Director of Growth Marketing & B2B Marketing Leader

Marketing is evolving at breakneck speed—new tools, AI-driven automation, and changing buyer behaviors are rewriting the playbook. With so many trends competing for attention, how do you cut through the noise and focus on what truly moves the needle? In this webinar, industry expert Alexa Acosta will break down the most impactful marketing trends shaping the industry today and how to turn them into real, revenue-generating strategies.

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26 Marketing Jokes to Tell at Your Next Meeting

Hubspot Marketing

Whether you’re delivering a huge presentation or hosting a webinar, a touch of humor works like a charm to delight your audience. Plus, a joke here and there can convey a fun and creative company culture. I always use marketing jokes as an ice-breaker to start a conversation in a group or keep things breezy in the middle of a serious discussion. No matter how corny you sound, you can catch people’s attention and create a fun impression — especially when you’re cracking niche jokes about marketer

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Google Papers: Leaked Documents Reveal Search Algorithm Secrets

Content Marketing Institute

Has Google been lying for years about how to optimize for search? The explosive release of internal documents contains interesting revelations. But what should marketers do about it?

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