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Outsider Insights | From Hustle to System: Why More CEOs Are Rebuilding Their Sales Function
Outsider Insights
Across Chief Outsiders, we talk to hundreds of CEOs every month. In this new series, we explore the trends and challenges we’re hearing from these discussions – and what you can do if you’re facing the same issues in your business.
The Importance of Customer Empathy in Journey Mapping
Thu, Jun 20, 2024 — In today's hyper-connected world, the customer journey has evolved into a multifaceted landscape shaped by many influences and access to extensive information. As personalization and marketing sophistication continue to advance, it becomes increasingly vital for businesses to acknowledge that understanding the customer journey extends beyond mere assumptions. To navigate effectively, businesses require a nuanced approach that recognizes the inherent complexity of consumer behavior and actively engages in empathetic journey mapping.
The Significance of Personalization in Enhancing Account-Based Marketing Strategies
Wed, May 22, 2024 — Customers love feeling known and appreciated by the companies and brands that have earned their business and loyalty. In today’s marketing environment, forging that bond is more important than ever before. When companies miss the mark on personalizing their offerings, this incredibly important value proposition becomes muted.
Analyzing Customer Data to Gain Actionable Insights
Wed, May 1, 2024 — Customer data is crucial when creating a sales and marketing strategy. But humans are not made of data, so when considering the customer, you must acknowledge that the data itself doesn’t reveal the whole story. How marketers gain actionable insights – and drive growth – through data is a more important question to ask and answer.
The Benefits of a Unified Sales and Marketing Strategy
Mon, Apr 22, 2024 — It used to be that companies could achieve growth by simply focusing on sales or having sales and advertising be complementary marketing tactics. But today, macro and micro pressures along with evolving landscapes across industries have resulted in a more competitive landscape. Tools like artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) provide a level of sophistication, and these tools can help business leaders bridge strategies and tactics across different business units.