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AI & MarTech for B2B, B2B Campaigns, B2B Content, B2B Marketing in Insurance, B2B Marketing in manufacturing, B2B Marketing in Technology, B2B Marketing Leadership, B2B Sales Enablement
AI slurry all over LinkedIn? Humans make the best posts
It’s easy to spot them. Long, lifeless lists. Samey headlines. Vague advice, stuffed with hashtags. LinkedIn’s being flooded with what we can only describe as a tide of AI-generated crap – content that looks and sounds like it was poured from a machine, not crafted by a human. And while the algorithm might momentarily smile […]
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 […]
ABM, B2B Branding, B2B Sales Enablement
What we learned about influencing LinkedIn’s algorithm with an unscientific test using SSI
TL:DR We ran a quick internal test to understand LinkedIn’s Social Selling Index (SSI) and what actually drives influence on the platform. Our goal? To find out whether it’s worth the effort for B2B marketers, especially in niche sectors to invest time into personal posting. The headline takeaway: yes, personal posts often outperform company ones, […]
AI & MarTech for B2B, B2B Marketing in Insurance, B2B Marketing in manufacturing, B2B Marketing in Professional Services, B2B Marketing in Technology, B2B Search, SEO & GEO
How easy is it to influence how you appear within AI search models, and how can you monitor it?
Google might still be the Goliath of search, clocking over 8.3 billion visits a month, while ChatGPT attracts a (comparatively modest) 1.8 billion+. But let’s be honest, what’s more revealing is the rate at which this gap is closing. The real picture is even closer when you add in Claude, Perplexity and other AI tools […]
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 […]
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 […]
What sales enablement tools should you consider for your B2B Sales team?
Sales enablement tools are technology-based solutions built to increase the efficiency and effectiveness of sales teams. Most of our clients use a CRM tool such as Salesforce.com so we favour those that integrate. To determine the best tools, we advocate mapping the sales process and spending time with your team answering questions like: What […]
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 […]
B2B sustainability creds without cliché is harder than it looks
Credential presentations used to be simple. You needed to show that you had: Relevant experience in working with similar companies or solving similar challenges Key people, especially if you provided professional services Capabilities that you differentiated via a unique theme, phased around an opinion or an approach Corporate information that provided reassurance around size, stability […]
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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