Introduction: The Future of B2B Marketing is Here “68% of B2B marketers are unsure of their marketing ROI.” As I sat across the table from the founder of a B2B company, this statistic became the focal point of our discussion. Navigating the tides of B2B marketing in 2025 demands not just an understanding of changing […]
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Is Your Marketing Strategy Actually Customer-Centric? A Diagnostic Guide for Today’s Visionary Leaders Imagine this: You’re a thriving CMO coaching a passionate founder on refining their marketing strategy. In an era where customer expectations are higher than ever, you pose a simple yet probing question: Is your marketing strategy truly customer-centric, or is it just
Introduction: The CMO’s Dilemma Imagine this: It’s 2025, and you, a seasoned CMO, are chatting with a dynamic startup founder over coffee. The topic of discussion is obvious — the marketing tech stack. You listen intently as the founder exuberantly talks about their ambition to automate everything, having recently invested in yet another shiny new
Introduction: Beyond Vanity Metrics In 2025, where cookie deprecation and AI-driven insights are the norm, marketing strategies must evolve from the traditional clutches of vanity metrics. The mere 20% conversion rate reported by most companies hides a glaring truth: many metrics cherished today add little to genuine growth. As a Chief Marketing Officer guiding a
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In the rapidly evolving world of digital marketing, automation has moved from a buzzword to a necessity. As we look to 2025, the need to adopt smarter, more effective marketing automation strategies becomes increasingly clear. This playbook for Chief Marketing Officers (CMOs), marketing operations professionals, and digital leads is designed to equip you with the
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Marketing Has Lost Its Way — And Its Audience Modern marketing teams are under pressure to do more, with less — and faster. But somewhere between the campaign calendars and the tech stacks, we forgot the one thing that actually matters: the customer. In meeting after meeting, I see brands obsess over tactics, tools, and
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Picture this: the conference room is buzzing. It’s one of those marketing meetings that seems essential to the fabric of the business; the whiteboard is marked with colourful diagrams, and the air is thick with energetic chatter. Yet, as the clock ticks on, you can’t shake the feeling that this lively session will ultimately lead
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Opening Thoughts Did you know that 79% of marketing leads never convert into sales? This staggering statistic isn’t just a number; it’s a grave indication of a widespread issue that many organisations overlook in their relentless pursuit of more leads. As we move into 2025, the marketing landscape is shifting, and those clinging to outdated
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In today’s rapidly evolving marketplace, every founder and CMO knows the sinking feeling of witnessing a flatlined growth chart. It’s disheartening, often rooted in deep-seated issues that may not be immediately apparent. This stagnation can stem from various factors, including ineffective marketing strategies, misalignment in team objectives, or even unnoticed shifts in user behaviour. But
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Scene Setter In the fast-paced landscape of digital marketing, businesses are constantly seeking the ultimate strategy to drive sustainable growth. As I transitioned from leading high-growth direct-to-consumer (DTC) ventures to spearheading B2B initiatives, I often found myself grappling with two predominant models: growth loops and funnels. Both have their merits, yet as we bypass the
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