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Sales and Marketing Training
Are You Hiring a Surgeon or Buying a Surgery? The Difference Will Define Your Marketing Success
I’m on the hunt for my next adventure right now. As I review job openings and network with colleagues, one thing is striking about our industry right now. Whether it’s hiring a Chief Marketing Officer (CMO) or onboarding a marketing agency, the decision isn’t just about cost or credentials—it’s about philosophy. I believe one of the most dangerous mistakes a…
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Artificial Intelligence
Safely Integrating Autonomous AI Into the Enterprise: Why MCPs, HITL, and Data Access Gateways Are Non-Negotiable
As enterprises race to harness the productivity and automation potential of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML), a new architectural problem has emerged—how do you safely allow autonomous systems to interact with sensitive data and core business systems without compromising security, compliance, or operational integrity? This isn’t a theoretical concern. Autonomous agents can now make decisions, trigger workflows, and…
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Advertising Technology
How to Avoid MarTech Bloat and Stop Bottlenecking Workflows that Drive Key Business Outcomes
Marketers are only using 33% of their MarTech stack’s full capabilities. Gartner When you consider the cost of various marketing technology solutions, from marketing automation and email marketing platforms to analytics and data solutions, utilizing only a third of any technology investment is a massive drain on an organization’s marketing and IT budget. But it’s not just a budgetary issue.…
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Sales and Marketing Training
The MarTech Optimization Playbook for Modern CMOs
Marketing technology (MarTech) is the marketing strategy of today’s leading companies. It’s the right move. MarTech has seen a significant jump in popularity as expansive data availability, new digital tools, and advanced analytics empower businesses to optimize customer engagement and drive targeted marketing strategies. However, many companies are significantly underutilizing the MarTech stacks. Even as they invest heavily in the…
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Sales Enablement, Automation, and Performance
How to Sell to Executives: A Comprehensive Guide
Selling to executives presents a unique set of challenges and opportunities. Senior leaders are tasked with steering their organizations through unprecedented change while maintaining growth and profitability. They understand their business challenges intimately but may not have the time or inclination to delve into technical details or implementation specifics. This creates a delicate balance for salespeople: they must demonstrate deep…
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Artificial Intelligence
Key Trends for CMOs in 2025: AI Integration Is Make-or-Break for Marketing Success
The latest CMO Radar Report from Infosys reveals that artificial intelligence (AI) has moved beyond experimentation to become a critical driver of marketing success. The comprehensive study provides compelling evidence that AI adoption and effective implementation will be crucial differentiators for marketing organizations heading into 2025. Widespread Adoption, Limited Mastery Nearly all marketing departments (96%) now use AI in at…
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Sales and Marketing Training
50+ Questions You Should Ask About A Vendor’s API Before Selecting A Platform
A good friend and mentor wrote to me with a question, and I’d like to use my responses for this post. His questions focused more on one industry (Email), so I’ve generalized my responses. He asked what questions a company should ask a vendor about their application programming interface API before selecting. Why Do You Need APIs? APIs are crucial…
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Content Marketing
The Intangible Value of Brand: Beyond Data-Driven Attribution
The allure of data-driven attribution models and performance marketing metrics is undeniable. However, as the recent Nike case study illustrates, an overreliance on these approaches can potentially undermine a brand’s long-term value and market position. This article explores the challenges of quantifying brand value and the importance of balancing data-driven marketing with strategic brand-building efforts. The Challenge of Quantifying Brand…
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Advertising Technology
2024 Predictions: What’s Changed In AdTech And How Will It Impact Advertising This Year?
2024 is here, having brought new waves of anticipation and optimism about the state of AdTech. From the overwhelming impact of artificial intelligence (AI) to the brand wars with ad blockers – this past year was saturated with events. We’ve seen how trends emerged and died out, the power struggle between open web publishers and walled gardens, the incredible growth…
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Artificial Intelligence
AI: Why I Walked Away From My Agency After 15 Years
This week, I left the agency world behind to join a company started by colleagues I highly respect in the Software as a Service industry. I’ll explain why, but first, I’d like to give some background on my career. You can skip this section, but it shines a light that may help you navigate your career. I enlisted as an…