Marketing
What is a LinkedIn newsletter and why is it valuable for growing your audience?
A LinkedIn newsletter combines the features of a blog, email newsletter, and lead generation tool into one powerful platform. It's valuable because LinkedIn automatically distributes your content through notifications to subscribers and sometimes their followers—free distribution you don't get elsewhere. When someone follows you, they're prompted to subscribe, essentially building an email list without needing technical skills or software. Each issue lives on your profile and in a searchable archive, allowing you to link to various resources, build trust, and drive traffic. LinkedIn even boosts your first few posts to help you grow your audience, making newsletters an effective way to create repeat touch points with warm traffic.
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HubSpot Marketing
00:50 - 10:37
What is the Authority-first content framework for LinkedIn?
The Authority-first framework prioritizes expertise over personal stories, with 70% of content focused on industry knowledge, unique insights, and specific skills. Unlike the traditional ToFu-MoFu-BoFu approach, it builds authority first to attract the right audience rather than broad appeal. The remaining content includes 15% personal stories related to your expertise, and 15% conversion content. This strategy creates a monopoly position through your unique perspective and expertise, making you distinctive in the marketplace while effectively engaging your target audience.
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Pierre Herubel
00:00 - 07:07
What are the most effective content formats for maximizing LinkedIn engagement?
LinkedIn currently supports various content formats with balanced performance across the platform. Video content is being heavily promoted by LinkedIn (reportedly pushed twice as much as other formats), making it an excellent choice for visibility. Long-form, in-depth text posts also perform exceptionally well, especially when they provide specific, actionable information that audiences can immediately implement. The expert recommends choosing formats you personally enjoy creating, as this increases consistency. For writers, long-form text content works well; those comfortable on camera should leverage short-form video; visual thinkers can use graphics and carousels. For maximum impact, consider alternating between short-form video and detailed text posts while maintaining a consistent posting schedule of 3-5 times per week during business hours.
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Tommy Clark
09:34 - 13:33
Why is traditional B2B LinkedIn outreach failing and what approach actually works?
Traditional LinkedIn outreach is failing because 99% of B2B messages use generic cold pitches that people automatically ignore or delete. These tactics only target the 3% of prospects actively seeking solutions. Instead, successful businesses are using a micro-engagement strategy focused on positioning rather than pitching. This approach involves getting on prospects' radar before messaging them, optimizing profiles for instant credibility, and asking strategic questions instead of selling immediately. By engaging with prospects' content first and providing value, businesses build authority and trust, making prospects come to them rather than chasing leads. This strategy transforms cold outreach into warm conversations with response rates exceeding 50%.
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Artem GSS
00:00 - 19:53
What is Account-Based Marketing (ABM) and how does it differ from demand generation?
Account-Based Marketing (ABM) is a targeted strategy that identifies high-value accounts and engages their buying teams with personalized marketing content and communications tailored to their needs. The goal is to increase sales, revenue and ROI by focusing on specific accounts rather than casting a wide net. ABM stands in contrast to demand generation, which is an older, broader approach that collects leads using advertising to foster general interest. While demand generation casts a wider net to find leads quickly, ABM is inherently slower and more expensive but more targeted - often described as 'fishing with spears versus fishing with nets.' ABM fundamentally brings marketing personnel into the sales process, requiring collaboration between sales and marketing teams.
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Eye on Tech
00:20 - 04:56
How can improving email subject lines impact open rates in today's crowded inboxes?
In today's digital landscape, people are drowning in emails with the average inbox filled with messages fighting for attention. Without compelling subject lines, your emails remain invisible among the sea of promotional content like '50% off' and 'last chance' offers. Fortunately, small tweaks to subject lines can make a significant difference. According to a study by Getresponse, optimized subject lines can increase email open rates by up to 47%. This dramatic improvement demonstrates why marketers should prioritize crafting subject lines that stand out in crowded inboxes.
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GetResponse
00:18 - 00:55