Mike Michalowicz

FEBRUARY 11, 2013

The most common question entrepreneurs ask me, is “how can I improve my marketing with no or little money?’ Just one of these ideas may trigger a marketing opportunity that you never considered before. Just one of these ideas may trigger a marketing opportunity that you never considered before. Facebook It!

Small Business 167

Small Business Marketing PR Social Media 167

A Smart Bear: Startups and Marketing for Geeks

NOVEMBER 5, 2014

Price is as important as any other feature to determine product/market “fit.” This is often B2C because the value is in quantity of customers, and there’s 100x more consumers than businesses. $1/mo But I disagree. simple enough to be self-service). . $1/mo simple enough to be self-service).

Bootstrapping 294

Bootstrapping Technical Review B2C Sales Cycle 294

Version One Ventures

MAY 20, 2020

Yet today, the world of B2B marketplaces still lags far behind its B2C counterpart. The assumption was that online platforms would completely automate all supplier-customer transactions including retailing, wholesaling, and procurement. Alibaba is an exception. Referral fees.

B2B 213

B2B Vertical Aggregator B2C 213

YoungUpstarts

MAY 29, 2011

Founders overestimate the value of IP before product market fit by 255%. Startups need 2-3 times longer to validate their market than most founders expect. Startups that haven’t raised money over-estimate their market size by 100x and often misinterpret their market as new. You can get more findings from the report.

Silicon Valley 230

Silicon Valley Cofounder Technical Cofounder Startup 230

ConversionXL

OCTOBER 30, 2021

The marketing and sales funnel is a time-tested framework for mapping the customer journey. In the current landscape, to successfully guide a person from prospect to customer, you need to think about their behavior and deliver marketing that fits their needs at every stage of the funnel. Image source. Image source. Image source.

Customer 140

Customer Marketing Social Media CPA 140

Version One Ventures

OCTOBER 18, 2012

In today’s web landscape, word of mouth drives adoption and can lead to “winner takes all” (or almost all) in both B2C and B2B markets. This trend is particularly true in markets that are highly susceptible to network effects, such as online auctions and social networks. So, in this new market dynamic, should you go for patents?

IP 163

IP Technical Review B2C Social Network 163

ConversionXL

MAY 1, 2019

Client education is central to marketing messaging, too, especially for sellers with long sales cycles. The truth is less clear cut, especially for marketers. Craft marketing materials that resonate with multiple stakeholders. The second study, however, unearths a critical point, especially for marketers. They didn’t. ).

Marketing 124

Marketing Sales Cycle Retention Differentiation 124

ConversionXL

MARCH 13, 2019

Many are familiar with the digital darlings that market directly to consumers—Warby Parker, Away, Allbirds, etc. But the B2B ecommerce market is growing exponentially , estimated to reach $1.2 What works with the average B2C consumer won’t always work with B2B ecommerce buyers. That makes some B2C marketing tactics less useful.

B2B 130

B2B eCommerce B2C Sales Cycle 130

ConversionXL

SEPTEMBER 9, 2021

Building loyalty and awareness are top priorities for any social media marketer. More people than ever are using social sites, which is good news for social media marketers. To earn that trust, word-of-mouth marketing leads the way. Yoann Pavy, Head of Digital Marketing, Depop [via MarketingWeek ]. And for good reason.

Social Media 142

Social Media Media Developer Marketing 142

VC Cafe

FEBRUARY 21, 2023

It’s not just the competition against the incumbents and the large tech platforms that founders has to worry about, but most importantly is the company’s performance and product market fit. The benchmarks are based on the US market. Hope you find this helpful.

Retention 109

Retention Conversion Churn Rate B2C 109

ConversionXL

APRIL 4, 2014

Marketing doesn’t end after you’ve attracted new users to your website. Marketing doesn’t end after you’ve made the sale. Personalized marketing – messages and actions tailored to the visitor based on their previous viewing & purchasing behavior- is the key to all of this. Marketing automation.

eCommerce 112

eCommerce Sales Marketing Software Review 112

YoungUpstarts

OCTOBER 5, 2018

An app helps to expand the business into a global market while budgeting lesser than the offline business demands. It can be anything from B2B, B2C, C2C. In today’s fast growing world of e commerce, having apps for firms has its own undeniable merits for both the retailers and the customers. Doctor appointment app.

Mobile 157

Mobile B2C Technical Review Software Review 157

YoungUpstarts

DECEMBER 17, 2019

His colleagues look to him as a leader with extensive knowledge in B2B and B2C. After Ethereum launched in 2016, that was a key turning point for the market. From grassroots marketing, application development, communications, strategy, public relations and operations consulting, we can assist at any stage of growth.

Technical Review 147

Technical Review B2C B2B Security 147

View from Seed

MARCH 3, 2015

Ellie Mirman was the first marketer hired by the CMO of HubSpot, the Boston-based marketing software startup that IPOed in 2014. Below, she shares lessons learned from the earliest days of marketing the company and how this has translated to her second startup role as VP of Marketing at Toast. How did you address that?

Marketing 120

Marketing Sales Cycle Startup CTO Hire 120

The Next Web

JUNE 8, 2014

The keys are maintaining capital efficiency, launching early versions to the SMB market and constantly applying customer development methods. However, we argue that in the long run, B2B companies can be more capital efficient than B2C companies, achieving maximum traction at minimal investment. And more importantly, B2B companies.

B2C 132

B2C B2B IP Technical Review 132

Duct Tape Marketing

MARCH 17, 2023

How To Scale Your B2B Marketing Strategy written by John Jantsch read more at Duct Tape Marketing Marketing Podcast with Louis Gudema In this episode of the Duct Tape Marketing Podcast , I interview Louis Gudema. He also has a side hustle as a ghostwriter of business and marketing books. What was needed?

B2B 97

B2B Marketing B2C ChatGPT 97

ConversionXL

NOVEMBER 22, 2022

Marketing metrics are a competitive advantage. In this article, you’ll learn which metrics to measure to understand and improve marketing performance. In this article, you’ll learn which metrics to measure to understand and improve marketing performance. Table of contents What are digital marketing metrics?

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Metrics Analytics Marketing Acquisition 105

Duct Tape Marketing

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

Consult with Ease: Personalize Your Customer Stragtegy Using AI written by John Jantsch read more at Duct Tape Marketing The Duct Tape Marketing Podcast with David Edelman In this episode of the Duck Tape Marketing Podcast, I had the pleasure of interviewing David Edelman , a seasoned digital transformation and marketing expert.

Customer 77

Customer Generative AI ChatGPT Cloud 77

VC Cafe

OCTOBER 16, 2024

As a VC watching this space, I’m seeing a perfect storm brewing: massive investment, breakthrough technologies, and untapped markets ripe for disruption. On the B2C side, with advancements in real-time conversational AI, businesses can now deliver seamless, interactive voice experiences that feel increasingly natural and personalised.

Vertical 170

Vertical Generative AI B2C CTO Hire 170

ReadWriteStart

APRIL 8, 2023

Keeping up with trends is the reality show of the e-commerce world, which is constantly developing, gaining a significant market share, and driving online sales. The story behind its substantial growth in the market is simple: people love to shop in the most convenient way possible, and a smartphone is a perfect way to do it.

eCommerce 185

eCommerce Technical Review Software Review Analytics 185

Duct Tape Marketing

OCTOBER 11, 2023

Shattering The Mold: Unleashing the Creator Economy in B2B Marketing written by John Jantsch read more at Duct Tape Marketing The Duct Tape Marketing Podcast with Christie Horsman In this episode of the Duct Tape Marketing Podcast , I interviewed Christie Horsman, who brings a decade of expertise in both B2B and B2C marketing within the SaaS arena.

B2B 92

B2B Marketing B2C Community 92

ConversionXL

OCTOBER 4, 2021

If you want to build a successful business, a strong email marketing strategy is one of the best ways to do it. Over a third of email marketers struggle with acquisition and close to a half say increasing engagement is their number one challenge. via B2B Marketing Alliance ]. However, it’s not without challenges.

Email 136

Email Customer Marketing Software Review 136

Duct Tape Marketing

FEBRUARY 2, 2023

Why Community Is The Last Great Marketing Strategy written by John Jantsch read more at Duct Tape Marketing Marketing Podcast with Mark Schaefer In this episode of the Duct Tape Marketing Podcast , I interview Mark Schaefer. Key Takeaway: Mark Schaefer argues that brand communities are the future of marketing strategy.

Community 96

Community Marketing Audience Networking 96

Brandanew

OCTOBER 22, 2015

This optimism is often offset by the fact that there’s so many small businesses and Startups in competitive markets. And this is where as a business owner, you should consider hiring a marketing communications agency. But I will explain more… RELATED: 9 reasons why small businesses should care about content marketing.

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Hiring Social Media Marketing B2C 100

Brandanew

AUGUST 13, 2015

With clients , one of our consistent discussions is this: we have a small digital marketing pile (=budget), where can we start? And, as we speak, my answer on where to start is simple: Content Marketing. Your Blog/ Content Marketing will allow you to get leads. More specifically, start with a blog! They sell software and apps.

Small Business 100

Small Business Marketing Software Review B2C 100

YoungUpstarts

AUGUST 4, 2014

How big is the market for Muslim-friendly products and services? To tap this burgeoning market, companies should consider working with local partners who possess a more intimate knowledge of each market. They should also consider launching online B2C or B2B platforms incorporating mobile and social-commerce.

Technical Review 171

Technical Review United Arab Emirates Saudi Arabia China 171

ReadWriteStart

JULY 7, 2021

On the other hand, the global courier delivery market covering Express delivery and Parcel Pickup and Drop services is all set to surpass a whopping $400 billion by 2024 with a growth rate of 8-10% every year. Business to Consumer (B2C) – It is the most common type of business model.

Technical Review 163

Technical Review Artificial Inteligence Demand Social Media 163

YoungUpstarts

MARCH 5, 2019

Magento is a powerful tool that can help you build startups in both B2C and B2B eCommerce. You can pick and choose your favorite apps and access them seamlessly through Magento to create a cohesive approach to marketing and sales. Get the features and functionality you need in one neat package by working with Magento for your startup.

eCommerce 113

eCommerce B2C Startup B2B 113

ConversionXL

JANUARY 18, 2022

Learn how to identify what your customers want from your brand, how to build momentum with content, and then explore some brands that excel at brand marketing. For most of 2021, CXL didn’t have a marketing team. By demonstrating proven marketing expertise, we can provide a consistent, valuable experience for our audience.

Marketing 109

Marketing Social Media Non-Compete Audience 109

Brandanew

OCTOBER 13, 2015

Content marketing has received a lot of attention in recent times but the fact is that not many were using the term till even five years ago. This is what you need to prep up for setting the content marketing goals for 2016 for your brands. 7 Content Marketing Goals For 2016 That You Can Set For Your Brand. e) Direct sales.

Social Media 100

Social Media Marketing SEO B2B 100

Duct Tape Marketing

SEPTEMBER 30, 2022

How Typeform Stands Out In A Crowded Market written by John Jantsch read more at Duct Tape Marketing. Marketing Podcast with Karrie Sanderson. In this episode of the Duct Tape Marketing Podcast , I interview Karrie Sanderson. Take The Marketing Assessment: Take the Assessment. Like this show? Duct Tape Transcript.

Marketing 94

Marketing Differentiation B2C PR 94

ConversionXL

MARCH 6, 2019

The growth of B2B video marketing. Facebook, Twitter, and Snapchat have thus far dominated the market in video ad spend on social media. Nielsen data on a B2C campaign found that native ads are more effective in driving “brand consideration”: ( Image source ). The same video content likely works well in other channels.

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Video B2B Technical Review Campaign 129

YoungUpstarts

APRIL 14, 2015

By Alison Brehme, Senior Online Marketing Manager at Hostway Services, Inc. Alison Brehme is the senior online marketing manager at Hostway Services, Inc., Brehme has over 11+ years of online advertising and marketing experience. a provider of cloud hosting, dedicated hosting, managed hosting and web hosting services.

B2C 100

B2C Hosting Web Development B2B 100

ConversionXL

APRIL 28, 2020

I got one of those in 2018, mere months after I started at data.world as their first growth marketing and demand generation hire. We had built the world’s largest open-data community but—like so many startups—didn’t have a clear product-market fit. . It wasn’t quite a flip from B2C to B2B, but it was close.

Demand 101

Demand Revenue SQL B2B 101

View from Seed

SEPTEMBER 3, 2015

Why Vin decided to pivot the business (read: launch a second startup) and what he learned going from B2C to B2B. Exactly how Vin launched Yipit.com and built his list to the initial 20K and 50K users. Listeners should also check out Vin’s blog for entrepreneurs, ViniciusVacanti.com.

CTO Hire 120

CTO Hire Framework Cofounder Seed Stage 120

Up and Running

JANUARY 18, 2021

eCommerce marketing tends to follow broader sales and social trends, prioritizing ease of access for its innovation. That same research highlights the preference extends to B2B and B2C customers, and only 20% of B2B shoppers want to return to in-person sales. Niche markets become a bigger play. Greater social integration.

eCommerce 150

eCommerce B2B Forecast Demand 150

YoungUpstarts

SEPTEMBER 17, 2018

From auditing tools to inventory management, there’s a million and one ways that mobile technology can help you get a better handle on branding without a dedicated team of marketers. According to a survey by B2C researcher AgilOne , more than 70% of consumers expect a personalized experience from brands. Develop your own mobile app.

Mobile 100

Mobile Software Review Social Media Technical Review 100