Ep 46. 5 tips on working with B2B 'influencers'
Communication Strategy That Works podcast
Release Date: 10/28/2021
Communication Strategy That Works podcast
Today, I wanted to talk to you about the importance of fostering business relationships in B2B when building your brand from scratch. I reveal why this approach is not just for big consumer brands. Getting people to tell your story for you is a powerful way to build trust and credibility. It's tough when you start because no one knows you. You may be new in a market, have a new way of doing things, or compete in a very established industry. Let's dive in! Liked Listening today? What to do next: to get more strategic with communication activity in your business. Listen to...
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info_outlineMaking a strategic choice in terms of who you put forward as a spokesperson is really important if you are going to be engaging with the media of making B2B content of any kind.
Today I cover 5 key things to look for in a topic expert for your campaign.
We all want to raise the visibility of our businesses, products or services, and one way to do that is by choosing a topic expert or influencer to sell your story for you. This can be an excellent strategy, I’ve used it myself, but you might be wondering what to look for.
There’s lots of talk of influencers these days. You might know exactly who is influential in your industry right now, especially if you are in B2B or you might be trying to figure out who really is an influencer and who is giving an impression of being one.
Let's dive in!
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