Anna Furmanov on her 10-step B2B marketing process
Oct 5, 2023
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Anna Furmanov, former Head of Marketing at two Series A b2b tech startups and Groupon's growth marketing team, discusses B2B startup marketing, customer voice, GTM customization, positioning and messaging for B2B, content strategy wedge, and the importance of case studies, social proof, and a unique angle in B2B marketing.
Starting with customer voice research shapes positioning and messaging in B2B marketing.
Creating unique content strategy and visual identity differentiates B2B companies from competitors.
Deep dives
Focus on Early Stage Startups
Anna specializes in working with early stage B2B startups, particularly those that are seed-funded. She acts as a fractional head of marketing, assisting these companies in developing their go-to-market strategies and fast-tracking their marketing efforts.
Importance of Voice of Customer Research
Anna emphasizes the significance of conducting voice of customer research. By engaging with top customers, prospects, and even previous buyers, she aims to understand their pain points and match them with the company's offerings. This research helps shape the positioning and messaging of the company and informs the creation of a marketing foundation deck.
Unique Content Strategy and Visual Identity
Anna stresses the importance of a unique content strategy and visual identity. She advises companies to identify their wedge, which is their unique approach or perspective that differentiates them from competitors. By understanding the target audience's interests, preferences, and gaps in the market, companies can create compelling content and develop a distinct visual identity that aligns with their brand.
On today’s episode, we spoke with Anna Furmanov about B2B startup marketing, customer voice, and GTM customization. Anna was the Head of Marketing at two Series A b2b tech startups (edtech and food tech) and was on Groupon's growth marketing team. Now, she runs her own firm helping b2b companies fast track their marketing. Let’s dive in.
Here’s what you’ll learn:
Why you should start with customer voice in your marketing research
How to think about positioning and messaging for B2B
How to build a content strategy wedge
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