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When visiting a marketing website, you may notice a small pop-up message from a smiling robot, in the corner of the page. No, this isn’t a sign that robots are taking over the Internet; but it is a sign of a growing trend in the b2b marketing scene. Chatbots encourage website visitors to interact with artificial intelligence and receive helpful, automated assistance.

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This year’s HubSpot-hosted Inbound event has come to a close; and there’s plenty of new strategies and concepts we’ve learned from the event. From hacking inbound sales and lead generation, to a new inbound marketing model from HubSpot, these are the takeaways from *Inbound 2018 that will shape the future of marketing and sales.

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For b2b marketing, generating leads is only half the challenge when attracting attention to your business and brand. Without proper lead nurturing strategies, your leads won’t see the same value from your brand overtime. Worst of all, they may feel neglected!

Email marketing is essential for building lasting relationships with leads and reigniting an interest in your brand from previously disengaged leads. Here are four b2b email marketing strategies you can follow to nurture your leads and exceed their expectations.

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It’s one of the biggest fears for any branding agency; what happens when your brand no longer resonates with your audience? Unfortunately, as prospects demand more customized service and content, smaller b2b brands may struggle to keep up with their increased expectations.

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From topic clusters to personalization, 2018 has given marketers plenty of options to expand their audience. Now that we’ve reached the halfway point of the year, it’s time to think about what lies ahead for the future of marketing. Here are some upcoming marketing trends you’ll want to keep an eye on going into 2019.

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Entering the world of b2b digital marketing can be intimidating for small businesses. With a strong emphasis on digital content and brand development, staying ahead of the competition is no simple task. To help lead small businesses through the digital landscape, here’s your guide to the basics of b2b digital marketing.

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There’s a common misconception that bringing in as many leads as possible is the key to boosting conversions. While lead generation is essential, the reality is that nearly 80% of marketing leads never convert, because they aren't properly nurtured. Lead nurturing tactics are essential for building connections with your prospects and guiding them along the buyer’s journey. Despite its importance, the majority of companies haven’t established a strategy for nurturing their leads.

Here are four key ways to maximize your conversion rates through lead nurturing tactics.

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Competition is expected in b2b digital marketing, and the strategies your business uses should give you an advantage over your competitors. If your digital marketing strategies aren’t getting you the results you need - such as increased traffic from content development - there’s no sense in sticking to it. Here are several warning signs of a weak strategy in your b2b digital marketing.

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With the introduction of topic clusters, and changes to search engine algorithms, this year has brought new opportunities for b2b marketers to improve their web traffic. Relying on individual keywords is no longer an option; you’ll need to embrace new strategies with the use of topic clusters. It may seem like a hassle to rethink your old strategies, but the results will be worth the effort. Here are three ways your b2b business can benefit from using topic clusters for its content marketing.

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Last year, b2b marketers were given a glimpse of the future with artificial intelligence improvements, video marketing, and block chain technology. As technology changes, digital marketing tactics must follow. The age of b2b digital marketing is on a steady incline for 2018, and marketers may need to change up their strategies to keep up with the latest tech trends. That’s why we’re giving you a look at the year ahead in b2b digital marketing.