Website traffic is losing ground as the primary success metric while AI visibility and lead quality take center stage. By Constantine von Hoffman Published on May 15, 2026 For years, B2B marketers focused on winning search rankings to drive traffic and generate leads. That playbook is changing fast. Fifty-two percent of B2B tech … Continue reading The AI search shift changing B2B marketing metrics
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The 4 marketing metrics that matter in the boardroom
CMOs can lose credibility when they rely on analytics theater. Focus board conversations on the metrics tied to revenue and profitability. By Mike Ruff Published on May 14, 2026 Whether attending board meetings in person or preparing the CEO for them, CMOs need strategic solutions backed by reliable data to demonstrate the … Continue reading The 4 marketing metrics that matter in the boardroom
How marketing leaders are succeeding in the AI era
Despite AI reshaping markets, most CMOs are still seen as execution-focused, creating a gap that threatens their strategic relevance. By Sharon Cantor Ceurvorst Published on May 4, 2026 AI is no longer a future disruptor for marketing. It is already changing discovery and buying decisions, and how organizations evaluate market opportunities and compete for … Continue reading How marketing leaders are succeeding in the AI era
Why affiliate marketing still needs humans in the AI era
As AI reshapes martech, affiliate programs highlight where human expertise still drives performance and results. By Adam Weiss Published on May 1, 2026 There are a lot of conversations right now about the ‘SaaSpocalypse,’ and with good reason. Companies are already replacing software vendors and IT services with AI-enabled vibe coding versions. As … Continue reading Why affiliate marketing still needs humans in the AI era
7 ways AI is being used at work by everyone from teachers to marketing professionals
May 01, 2026 7 ways AI is being used at work by everyone from teachers to marketing professionals BY Associated Press Artificial intelligence is permeating workplaces, changing the nature of jobs of every stripe. Teachers are using it to create lesson plans and grade papers. Marketing professionals are harnessing it to work a room and learn … Continue reading 7 ways AI is being used at work by everyone from teachers to marketing professionals
AI moved forward, marketing did not
Marketers were early adopters of AI, but while it has evolved most teams are still stuck using it like a smarter autocomplete. By Melissa Reeve Published on April 30, 2026 Marketers were among the first professionals to genuinely embrace generative AI. We opened ChatGPT, typed something, and got a result that was kind … Continue reading AI moved forward, marketing did not
Your marketing automation isn’t broken, it’s overloaded
As workflows pile up, automation systems become harder to trust, slowing campaigns and creating inconsistent results. By Vladimir Ceric Published on April 30, 2026 Many marketing automation systems have grown from useful tools, designed for easy scaling, into something difficult to maintain or trust. When that happens, stack performance begins to suffer. The … Continue reading Your marketing automation isn’t broken, it’s overloaded
Confident marketing starts with better data
Data decay, dark funnel gaps, and identity issues limit visibility. Learn how to turn scattered signals into a connected, usable foundation. By Caroline Hodson Published on April 27, 2026 Personalization is no longer optional. B2B buyers expect seamless, relevant experiences at every touchpoint. For most marketers, however, that ambition collides with fragmented data, … Continue reading Confident marketing starts with better data
5 B2B marketing tactics beyond lead generation
High lead volume often hides deeper issues. Learn how to align your strategy with buyer behavior, intent, and long sales cycles. By Natalie Jackson Published on April 21, 2026 There was a time when we hung our hats on the number of B2B leads we could generate in a day. Those were the … Continue reading 5 B2B marketing tactics beyond lead generation
Marketing that pleases everyone converts no one
Safe marketing gets approved but ignored. Learn how bold, tension-driven messaging challenges buyers and prompts action. By Zac Stucki Published on April 10, 2026 There’s a scene in the movie “Chef” that I think about too often. The titular chef, Jon Favreau, is convinced by the restaurant owner, Dustin Hoffman, to play it … Continue reading Marketing that pleases everyone converts no one