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Insights, learnings and stories from the world of B2B marketing and communications, direct from Velo’s B2B agency team
B2B Content
B2B marketers are producing more content than ever, but many still struggle to make it relevant, distinctive and commercially useful. The challenge is creating content that earns attention, supports the buying journey and gives sales teams something valuable to work with rather than simply adding to the noise. It must work in the hidden and dark channels where recommendations live.
That means learning about content strategy, editorial planning, thought leadership, buyer-stage mapping, distribution, content formats, subject matter expertise, repurposing and how to connect content to pipeline and brand goals.
Our insight articles explore how better B2B content is planned, written and activated, helping marketers create work that is more useful to buyers and more valuable to the business.
B2B Advocacy, B2B Audiences, B2B Branding, B2B Campaigns, B2B Content, B2B Marketing in Professional Services
How Professional Services Marketers should start 2026
There is a hard truth. Nobody wakes up excited to hire a facilities management company. No finance director celebrates finding a new insurance broker. Building services, business services, B2B insurance – these aren’t impulse purchases. They’re considered decisions about who you’re going to trust with something important: your operations, your risk, your reputation. And when […]
B2B Advocacy, B2B Campaigns, B2B Content, B2B Creative, B2B ESG, B2B Marketing in manufacturing
How Manufacturing Marketers should approach 2026
When your value is invisible until something goes wrong The best health and safety equipment never makes the news. Precision-engineered components that perform flawlessly for twenty years earn no headlines. Medical devices that work exactly as designed don’t generate case studies about dramatic turnarounds. In manufacturing sectors where success means nothing goes wrong, marketing faces […]
Christmas comes once every year. In B2B, so does the January scramble – spend December getting ahead.
Here’s the thing: you’ve got a budget sitting there. Money that vanishes towards the end of a quarter. We’ve wrapped up a set of small, strategic projects that you can sign off on today, ensuring your Q1 is calmer, sharper, and more successful with minimal work from you. Think of them as a gift to […]
B2B Campaigns, B2B Content, B2B Sales Enablement
What a good LinkedIn profile really looks like
In B2B, trust isn’t just nice to have, it’s everything. Deals are rarely won on rational arguments alone. They hinge on familiarity, credibility and chemistry. These aren’t soft skills, they’re decision-making signals. They’re how people decide whether they like you, trust you and want to work with you. The Edelman Trust Barometer shows that individuals […]
B2B Branding, B2B Content, B2B Creative, B2B Marketing in Technology
Is there a place for characters in B2B marketing?
Not quite a mascot. Not quite a metaphor. But definitely memorable. When we created U.ME for McGraw-Hill — a visual anchor for the next generation of doctors stepping into the world of work — we didn’t realise we’d started something. Then we used the same idea again, in early creative thinking for Bolt EU’s B2B […]
How to make sure your content and site appear in ChatGPT: A guide for B2B marketers
AI isn’t just a buzzword anymore — it’s reshaping how B2B buyers research, shortlist, and select suppliers. At Velo, we’re actively working through a “test and learn” roadmap to adapt to this new reality. From monitoring referral traffic to restructuring how we create content, we’re seeing firsthand how AI impacts visibility — and how smart […]
Should B2B marketers consider audio and podcast ads? Your complete guide
Podcasts come in different formats, each serving a unique purpose. Here’s a breakdown of key types, along with some of the most popular examples: Discipline-Focused Podcasts These cover professional topics like marketing, B2B strategy, and sustainability, often aligning with specific job functions. Example: The B2B Marketing Podcast – Deep dives into B2B trends, ABM, and […]
How should B2B marketers make the most of YouTube? Our complete guide
In today’s digital-first B2B landscape, YouTube offers an unparalleled opportunity for businesses to connect with a vast and engaged audience. With over 2 billion monthly active users and 70% of B2B buyers watching videos throughout their purchase journey, the platform is an essential tool for showcasing products, services, and expertise. However, to truly harness its […]
Should you consider Quora in your B2B channel mix?
As a Quora partner, we were excited to hear about Reddit’s partnership with intent data supplier Bombora. This collaboration introduces advanced B2B targeting and Account-Based Marketing (ABM) features, enabling advertisers to more effectively reach their desired audiences on Quora. It means firmographic targeting and ABM matching: Access Enhanced B2B Targeting: Utilize Bombora’s intent data […]
B2B Content, B2B Marketing in manufacturing, B2B Marketing in Professional Services, B2B Marketing in Technology
Why is B2B content like preparing the perfect pancake?
Why Is B2B Content Like the Perfect Pancake? One of the most effective ways to create digital content that excites and engages is to align it with something you love. Not only does this keep your enthusiasm high, but it also makes your content more compelling for the reader. So, in the spirit of Pancake […]
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