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Jan 30, 2023 • 30min
The MASSIVE Shift in How We Buy Software, with Sam Senior
In this episode, Benji talks to Sam Senior, the Co-Founder & CEO at TestBox. 85% of decision-makers have a day one list of software vendors when they're looking to potentially make a purchase, so how do you ensure you ensure your product is on that list? Discussed in this episode:The move toward "ungated" softwareThe evolution of the Saas sales roleHow to enhance your trial/demo experienceConnect on Linkedin: Benji - https://www.linkedin.com/in/benji-block/Sam - https://www.linkedin.com/in/samuelsenior/

Jan 27, 2023 • 41min
Content Marketing is BROKEN, Here's Why | Media Brands
Today on B2B Growth we launch a brand new content franchise, "Media Brands". In this series of episodes James, Dan, & special guest co-host Tyler Lessard of Sales Feed break down the evolution of content marketing and the power of building a Media Brand.In this episode we explore:The Vidyard StoryNew Ideas for Engaging AudiencesHow the 3 Content Marketing Motions work in tandum

Jan 25, 2023 • 16min
Has Refine Labs Gone Too Far With Paid Content? | Echo Chamber
On this Echo Chamber episode Benji and Dan discuss The Vault, a new content product from Refine Labs. Is this move toward paid, walled-off content smart? How will it impact their voice in the market moving forward?

Jan 23, 2023 • 30min
Is PLG Really Right for You? With Courtland Goldengate
In this episode Benji talks to Courtland Goldengate, the VP of Marketing at Streamlit and a Director of Marketing at Snowflake. PLG is everywhere in Saas these days, but what if it's not right for many Saas solutions? Discussed in this episode:How to decipher if PLG is right for youKeeping focus in a ever-evolving marketing landscapeWhat EVERY Saas solution should steal from PLG

Jan 18, 2023 • 18min
Your Mantra for Content Distribution in 2023 | Echo Chamber
On this Echo Chamber episode James and Benji contrast the old and new ways of thinking about content distribution using a post from Mary Keough as the jumping off point. Discussed in this episode:Making content work harder for your organizationSEO as the Zombie of MarketingEnsuring your SME's avoid creating commodity content

Jan 16, 2023 • 25min
Influencer Marketing in a Recession: Strategies for Success, with Amisha Gandhi
In this episode, Benji talks to Amisha Gandhi, the SVP of Marketing at Tipalti. We are in a time where organizations are tightening their belts, we’ve seen layoffs, a lot looms over 2023. Given the current climate, is influencer marketing something we should be focused on? If so, how can get the most out of it?Discussed in this episode:The common mistake in thinking influencer marketing is for social onlyFull funnel influencer marketing examplesHow ABM & influencer marketing can work in tandem

Jan 11, 2023 • 16min
I’m No Longer a SaaS Marketer | Echo Chamber
On this Echo Chamber episode James, Dan, and Benji discuss the rising tide of conversation on LinkedIn around building Media Brands, specifically a recent post from Camille Trent, Director of Content & Community at PeerSignal.Discussed in this episode:Measuring the success of a media brandHow building a media brand incentivizes the right behaviorsWhat it takes to have a "Director of a B2B media" for your company

Jan 9, 2023 • 23min
Shift Your Go-To-Market Strategy, with Bill Kramer
In this episode, Benji talks to Bill Kramer, VP of Marketing at PayZen. Discussed in this episode:Transitioning from MQLs to Qualified AccountsPivoting to new ways of measuring marketing successSuccessfully leading a team through times of transition

Jan 4, 2023 • 25min
AI is Here to Stay, Now What? | Echo Chamber
On this Echo Chamber episode James, Dan, and Benji discuss 2 pieces of content on ChatGPT. Alex Hermozi's recent video called “Get Rich in the A.I Revolution” and Sounds Profitable's article: “Three Reasons Podcast Creatives Should Embrace, Not Fear, AI”.Discussed in this episode:Will Google lose Market Share?Is this technology a threat or a benefit?Creative use cases of ChatGPT

Jan 2, 2023 • 19min
Create Market Urgency Utilizing the Heroes Journey with Breene Murphy
In this episode, Benji talks to Breene Murphy, the Vice President of Strategy and Marketing at Carbon Collective. Discussed in this episode:The use of time, stakes, challenges, and rewards in marketingHow to invite your ICP into a storyRemoving friction in the buying process