How much do you hate hearing a sales pitch? Admit it. We all hate it. Whether it’s a cold call, or a canned demo at a trade show or other event – that...
How much do you hate hearing a sales pitch? Admit it. We all hate it. Whether it’s a cold call, or a canned demo at a trade show or other event – that over-rehearsed, aggressive diatribe of qualifying questions and a spin for every possible answer can send potential customers running in the opposite direction, even if they may actually have a need for your product. But for salespeople, what’s the alternative? How do you inform a prospect about your product, gauge their...
How much do you hate hearing a sales pitch? Admit it. We all hate it. Whether it’s a cold call, or a canned demo at a trade show or other event – that over-rehearsed, aggressive diatribe of qualifying...
[[The following is a guest post from Andrea Ward, Vice President Marketing, Oracle Marketing Cloud]] For some time now marketers have been aware of the power of...
[[The following is a guest post from Andrea Ward, Vice President Marketing, Oracle Marketing Cloud]] For some time now marketers have been aware of the power of customer data, garnering insights to inform their future campaigns. From recent purchases and browsing history right through to a customer’s age, gender or maybe even their favorite holiday destinations, marketers have had data goldmines at their fingertips, enabling them to inform their marketing approach and...
[[The following is a guest post from Andrea Ward, Vice President Marketing, Oracle Marketing Cloud]] For some time now marketers have been aware of the power of customer data, garnering insights to...
Facebook impinges on Twitter's real-time territory Twitter is widely known as the social media platform to host real-time chats with experts and customers, but...
Facebook impinges on Twitter's real-time territory Twitter is widely known as the social media platform to host real-time chats with experts and customers, but that reputation is in jeopardy since Facebook recently released a Q&A tool. Sony Masterworks promoted Jackie Evancho's new album through an hour-long Facebook Q&A with great success, largely due to the singer's large Facebook following. But before Facebook replaces Twitter as the go-to chat platform, Facebook will need...
Facebook impinges on Twitter's real-time territory Twitter is widely known as the social media platform to host real-time chats with experts and customers, but that reputation is in jeopardy since...
Those who are familiar with me and my journalistic background on sites such as Forbes know full well that I am a major proponent of infusing pop culture into...
Those who are familiar with me and my journalistic background on sites such as Forbes know full well that I am a major proponent of infusing pop culture into pretty much everything. I have found that it helps readers make a connection between a given marketing-related topic and something completely unrelated and otherwise trivial. In other words it helps explain something in marketing-speak by relating it to something that has absolutely nothing to do with marketing. Such was...
Those who are familiar with me and my journalistic background on sites such as Forbes know full well that I am a major proponent of infusing pop culture into pretty much everything. I have found...
Digital marketing is taking a technological leap forward. From virtual reality headsets like Oculus Rift to drones, marketers are getting their hands on the...
Digital marketing is taking a technological leap forward. From virtual reality headsets like Oculus Rift to drones, marketers are getting their hands on the coolest new gadgets to better reach their customers. Video marketing takes off Since its invention, video has been a powerful medium for brands to reach customers. Now, brands are shooting videos from drones to give product and marketing videos a professional aerial touch. Cirque du Soleil recently teamed up with Swiss...
Digital marketing is taking a technological leap forward. From virtual reality headsets like Oculus Rift to drones, marketers are getting their hands on the coolest new gadgets to better reach their...
To promote best practices and celebrate the accomplishments of modern marketers in an ever-evolving industry, Oracle Marketing Cloud has announced the winners...
To promote best practices and celebrate the accomplishments of modern marketers in an ever-evolving industry, Oracle Marketing Cloud has announced the winners of the 2014 Markie Awards, presented at Modern Marketing Experience Europe this week in London. Hosted by General Manager, Kevin Akeroyd at the Hilton Metropole London, the 2014 Markie Awards recognize marketers who are demonstrating leadership in their respective industries with creative, innovative, and effective...
To promote best practices and celebrate the accomplishments of modern marketers in an ever-evolving industry, Oracle Marketing Cloud has announced the winners of the 2014 Markie Awards, presented at...
[[This is a guest post from Jonathan Riemer, Director, Global Marketing Campaigns; Senior Writer for the Oracle Marketing Cloud]] Modern Marketing Experience...
[[This is a guest post from Jonathan Riemer, Director, Global Marketing Campaigns; Senior Writer for the Oracle Marketing Cloud]] Modern Marketing Experience Europe kicked off Tuesday in London with a rousing round of opening keynotes. First, there were the stimulating developments around where the future of marketing technology is headed; and second, the amazing stories from the thrilling world of Formula 1 Racing. My quandary: How do I give an overview without leaning on...
[[This is a guest post from Jonathan Riemer, Director, Global Marketing Campaigns; Senior Writer for the Oracle Marketing Cloud]] Modern Marketing Experience Europe kicked off Tuesday in London with a...
In marketing (and elsewhere) everybody writes. We emphasize the power of a solid story to support our brand’s identity, and to help us connect with our...
In marketing (and elsewhere) everybody writes. We emphasize the power of a solid story to support our brand’s identity, and to help us connect with our audiences in a way that’s helpful, meaningful, and even spirited. While the title of “Content Marketing Manager” has emerged across marketing organizations rampantly over the last few years, regardless of your team’s makeup – we all are challenged to embody the skills and tasks of this role. So says Ann Handley, Chief Content...
In marketing (and elsewhere) everybody writes. We emphasize the power of a solid story to support our brand’s identity, and to help us connect with our audiences in a way that’s helpful,...
In a few days, October 14th to be exact, Modern Marketing Experience Europe will kick off on in London. For those not familiar with the Modern Marketing...
In a few days, October 14th to be exact, Modern Marketing Experience Europe will kick off on in London. For those not familiar with the Modern Marketing Experience, it offers an unprecedented opportunity to gain insights from experts in marketing automation, social marketing, content marketing, and big data at a single premier event I caught up with Oracle Marketing Cloud GM Kevin Akreroyd before he made his way across the pond to get this thoughts on the forthcoming event....
In a few days, October 14th to be exact, Modern Marketing Experience Europe will kick off on in London. For those not familiar with the Modern Marketing Experience, it offers an unprecedented...
