We are thrilled to announce the launch of our brand-new podcast network, The ManuCast Podcast Collective! This exciting venture brings together a diverse range of shows, each with unique voices, stories, and insights from around the world of B2B manufacturing. Whether you’re looking to dive deep into industry insights, explore new ideas, or just enjoy […]
In my work with manufacturing marketers, I have found that many of you struggle with content—what to produce, how much, and how often. I want to look at the question of “what to produce” first, because if we get that right I think it will help determine exactly how much of it we should be […]
It seems like ever since Philadelphia merchant John Wanamaker said, “Half the money I spend on advertising is wasted; the trouble is I don’t know which half,” marketers have had to work overtime to prove the ROI of their marketing efforts. As an inbound marketer, you already know the power of customer attribution and closed-loop […]
Like building a house without a blueprint, redesigning your website without a solid inbound plan can leave you dealing with poor construction, a lack of functionality, and a wasted budget. Answering these critical five questions before you redesign your website is an excellent start, and developing a more comprehensive inbound strategy at the outset of your redesign project can […]
If you offer a product or service that requires a very defined type of buyer, chances are you should be marketing your product or service with just as much focus. High-value accounts that are qualified to purchase your product may deserve more of your undivided attention—perhaps to the point that you individually tailor your tactics […]
In the past marketers relied solely on outbound push strategies, pouring money into interruption based lead generation activities like buying email lists, cold calling, executing mass mail campaigns, and buying advertising space. These efforts aren’t only expensive, but hard to measure and difficult to control. Additionally, there isn’t any long-term value associated with outbound marketing […]
Content is king. In fact, content is king, queen and crown prince of the Internet. So why would you go through the trouble of creating a beautifully designed website that is full of sub par content? Content is what attracts people to your site. If you are thinking about redeveloping your website, a content evaluation […]
Starting a blog for your business might feel a bit overwhelming. Newly minted bloggers often struggle to come up with enough relevant topics to continuously generate new content. Luckily, there are a number of quick and easy tips to overcome this problem. These 10 simple tips will help you tap into relevant conversations and generate […]
Email newsletters often get a bad reputation. Some marketers are guilty of abusing email privileges and sending too many sales pitch emails. Such efforts soil relationships with contacts in your email list. A well crafted email newsletter provides readers with focused, valuable content. Things like white papers, best practice guides, educational content, or content exclusively […]