Listen "B2B Customer Journey with Steffen Hedebrandt"
Episode Synopsis
How can B2B companies track their marketing efforts and understand customer journeys? In this episode, Gabriel sits down with Steffen Hedebrandt, CMO and co-founder of Dreamdata, to discuss the complexities of B2B marketing attribution and how businesses can navigate these challenges.Discussion Points:Understanding B2B Attribution ChallengesDefining Your Ideal Customer ProfileThe Decline of Google Search AdsEffective LinkedIn Ad StrategiesSales and Marketing AlignmentPhilosophy of AttributionSummary of the Conversation:In this conversation, Gabriel and Steffen explore the nuances of B2B marketing attribution. Steffen discusses Dreamdata's mission to address the main attribution challenges faced by B2B companies and why they are dead set on understanding their customer journeys and ideal customer profiles. He critiques traditional attribution models and advocates for a data-driven-first approach prioritizing revenue generation. The episode also highlights effective strategies for leveraging LinkedIn over Google for targeted ad campaigns, the importance of sales alignment, and tools that can enhance marketing efforts.About The Guest:Steffen Hedebrandt is the CMO and co-founder of Dreamdata, a company dedicated to resolving attribution challenges in the B2B landscape. With extensive experience in marketing, Steffen brings valuable insights into customer journey analysis and effective advertising strategies.Key Takeaways:Understand and define your ideal customer profile to enhance targeting efforts.Shift focus from traditional attribution models to a data-driven approach prioritizing revenue.Utilize LinkedIn for more effective ad campaigns, especially with intent-based signals.Embrace sales and marketing alignment to improve overall strategy and execution.Critique existing marketing strategies and tools regularly to ensure effectiveness.Time Stamps:00:00 Introduction to Steffen Hedebrandt and Dreamdata00:39 Understanding B2B Attribution Challenges02:13 Defining Your Ideal Customer Profile06:22 Focusing on Core Competencies09:34 The Decline of Google Search Ads14:18 Effective LinkedIn Ad Strategies18:12 Sales and Marketing Alignment21:47 Philosophy of Attribution31:55 Recommended Tools and Resources35:11 Final Thoughts and FarewellLinks for the Guest:Connect with Steffen Hedebrandt on LinkedIn: Steffen Hedebrandt LinkedInVisit Dreamdata's website: Dream DataReady to transform your understanding of B2B marketing attribution? Tune in to the full episode for valuable insights that can reshape your marketing strategies.
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