The Exit Five CMO Podcast (Hosted by Dave Gerhardt)

Madhav Bhandari, Head of Marketing at Storylane, Robert Kaminski, Co-founder at Fletch PMM, and Dan Murphy, COO at Exit Five, delve into the essentials of high-converting product pages. They discuss the common pitfalls in B2B marketing, such as overloading features without clear messaging. The trio emphasizes the importance of interactive demos, videos, and strategic CTAs to enhance user engagement. They also critique real product pages, offering valuable insights on optimizing design and content for better conversion rates.

Drew Giovannoli, founder of Buried Wins, is an expert in competitive intelligence and win-loss analysis. In this discussion, he emphasizes the importance of focusing on won deals rather than fixating on losses. Drew shares insights into identifying ideal customers and leveraging competitive intelligence to enhance sales strategies. He outlines common pitfalls in Win/Loss programs and reveals how alignment between sales and marketing can significantly boost success.

Discover the launch of a new training program offering AI Playbooks tailored for B2B marketers. Matthew Carnevale shares insights on using AI for ICP research, cold email automation, and more, providing practical templates and tutorials. Learn how interactive demos from Navattic can enhance customer engagement and boost conversion rates. If you’re overwhelmed by AI noise, this program promises actionable tactics you can implement right away to elevate your marketing strategy.

Diane Wiredu, a messaging strategist and founder of Lion Words, teams up with Lee Reshef, Fiverr's Head of Product Marketing, to dissect high-converting B2B homepages. They tackle common pitfalls that decrease conversions and emphasize the significance of clarity and effective messaging. Learn what elements belong above the fold, how to cater to diverse buyer personas without overwhelming, and the essential role of A/B testing. Their insightful critiques of real homepages offer actionable strategies that can dramatically improve your website's performance.

Trinity Nguyen, CMO at UserGems, shares her inspiring journey from building the company's first website to leading its marketing strategy. She discusses why startups need product marketers and the key role of positioning in competitive markets. Trinity highlights how AI is reshaping outbound marketing, making account-based marketing scalable and efficient. She also emphasizes aligning marketing with product teams to drive success and refine target accounts, turning outbound efforts into significant revenue drivers as the company transitions into a growth stage.

Join Tas Bober, founder of The Scroll Lab, Gabi Sellam from Fiverr, and Will Hoekenga of Six Words Studio as they dissect the art of crafting high-converting landing pages. They emphasize the importance of clarity, user intent, and strong CTAs to enhance conversions. Discover common design mistakes that B2B marketers make and learn how to structure pages for maximum impact. Plus, live critiques of actual landing pages reveal actionable insights for improvement, making this discussion a must-listen for anyone in the B2B marketing space!

Jessica Andrews, VP of Marketing at Copper and expert in product marketing, shares insights from her journey in marketing leadership. She discusses overcoming imposter syndrome and the transition from individual contributor to strategic leader. Jessica emphasizes the foundational role of product marketing in driving successful strategies and the importance of collaboration between marketing and sales teams. Additionally, she highlights the value of networking and understanding customer needs to foster a thriving marketing environment.

Emily Kramer, co-founder of MKT1, Bill Wilson, founder of Pace Pricing, and Karan Sood, director at Rakuten Kobo, dive into the often daunting world of B2B pricing pages. They share crucial insights on crafting clear and transparent pricing, identifying common pitfalls in pricing strategies, and structuring tiers effectively. Listeners will learn about the importance of social proof, risk reversal, and the debate over displaying prices versus contact forms. Live teardowns of real pricing pages offer actionable lessons for improving conversions.

Kanika Sharma, a conversion page copywriter and Founder of Copywriting Teardowns, shares invaluable insights on optimizing LinkedIn profiles for better engagement and conversions. She discusses treating LinkedIn profiles like landing pages and highlights common pitfalls that B2B marketers encounter. Kanika explains the importance of strategic CTAs and showcases the effective use of various profile sections to attract the right audience. Her experience auditing over 100 profiles gives listeners actionable tips to enhance their presence and drive inbound opportunities.

Discover the intricate dance between branding and demand in B2B marketing. Learn how to infuse personality into your brand and the significance of storytelling over mere features. Dive into the secrets of successful marketing campaigns and the common pitfalls teams face. Understand how to structure your marketing team for different needs and the vital role of brainstorming in campaign planning. Explore strategies to differentiate yourself in a crowded market and what it takes to start your own marketing venture.