3 Dynamics That Every Great Organization Has Harnessed
April 28, 2017 at 8:00 am

Judging by the amount of attention paid to strategic planning throughout the business press and business schools, it’s easy to conclude that the one necessary ingredient to an organizational success is a well-crafted strategic plan. Yet, over many years of consulting I’ve come to realize that little could be further from the truth.

How Marketing Fails the Sales Team
April 28, 2017 at 8:00 am

Although the technologies and tools available to the B2B Marketer have improved significantly over the past decade, the fundamental responsibilities of the role have not. Where a direct sales channel is in place, marketers are responsible for three functions: Creating the strategic position of the business, enabling the sales organization, and generating demand.

Direct Mail: Creative Envelopes Win
April 27, 2017 at 12:09 pm

Envelopes have been a part of direct mail for a very, very long time, and many companies still use them the same way they always have.

Direct Mail Is Marketing's Workhorse
April 26, 2017 at 1:11 pm

Though many marketers label direct mail costly, they recognize its value — often noting its ROI. About 69% of marketers use it.