Your mom was right — nobody talks to strangers. This simple truth applies to advertising, especially in high-tech industries like enterprise software, automotive, and manufacturing. Engineers and scientists aren’t quick to trust marketing claims, and why should they? Trust in advertising is earned over time, not with one flashy social post or viral video. The […]
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Sep
Sep
In today’s hyper-competitive tech landscape, the market is crowded, loud, noisy, and chaotic. Startups burst onto the scene with fresh ideas but quickly realize the challenge isn’t just having a great product. It’s about telling the world why your product matters—and why no one else can say the same. Here’s the hard truth: if you […]
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Sep
Sep
As a technology startup, you’ve developed a killer and unique product. But the real question is: How do you communicate its value to your prospective clients? The answer lies in a simple choice. Do you present the “carrot” — the sweet promise of positive outcomes? Or do you wield the “stick” — the warning of […]
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Sep
Sep
Technology startups often fall into the trap of believing that channel partners are motivated by innovation, product fit, or even a shared vision. While those factors may open the door, they won’t keep the door open. The hard truth? Channel partners are coin operated. They’re driven by one thing above all: making money. You might […]
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Sep
Sep
All brands yearn to be memorable, making the temptation to craft a catchy slogan is ever-present. We’ve all seen the allure: a clever phrase that rolls off the tongue, sticks in the memory, and—if we’re lucky—becomes synonymous with a brand. But while a catchy slogan might win you a few points in a marketing meeting, […]
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Aug
Aug
When you think of the word “brand,” what comes to mind? If your answer revolves around logos, fonts, or color schemes, you might be overlooking the bigger picture. Your brand isn’t just a visual identity—it’s what people say about you when you’re not in the room. In the B2B world, where trust and relationships are […]
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Aug
Aug
Harsh reality time: People don’t care about your product. They care about their problems. It’s a harsh truth, but one that every company needs to embrace. You might have the most innovative, groundbreaking product on the market, but if your messaging is focused solely on its features and benefits, you’re missing the mark. Why? Because […]
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Aug
Aug
We live in an age of data abundance. Marketers are drowning in insights, analytics, and metrics. From engagement platforms to CRM systems, the tools promise to illuminate the perfect path to customer hearts and minds. But here’s a hard truth: excessive data can be a double-edged sword. Too often, we find ourselves paralyzed by the […]
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Aug
Aug
It should be intuitively obvious, but launching complex, technologically advanced products is dramatically different than a lifestyle brand. From the heady days of dot-com euphoria to the sobering realities of the Great Recession, I’ve helped many emerging brands and one constant remains: revenue is the lifeblood of a business. Yet, many startups get caught up […]
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Aug
Aug
In the dizzying, dopamine-driven world of digital marketing, it’s easy to get caught up in the latest shiny object. Instagram reels, TikTok trends, YouTube shorts – they’re all captivating, and they can certainly drive traffic. But let’s be clear: they are channels, not strategies. I’ve seen countless marketing fads come and go in my three […]