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The Bench Model: Why Marketing Teams Should Hire Like Sports Franchises

The Bench Model: Why Marketing Teams Should Hire Like Sports Franchises

Build a marketing team that adapts to changing priorities by balancing in-house talent, trusted freelancers, and on-demand specialists for greater agility, speed, and consistency. Read more.

Why Brand Positioning Must Drive Decisions, Not Just Messaging

Why Brand Positioning Must Drive Decisions, Not Just Messaging

Strong positioning is only the beginning. Learn how governance, activation, and practical guidance help B2B organizations turn brand strategy into consistent decisions that scale across teams. Read more

The State of Agile Marketing in 2026

The State of Agile Marketing in 2026

A quarter of marketers say they follow Agile marketing practices like scrums and sprints, according to recent research.

Why Marketing Is Seen as a Black Hole (And What Data Says to Do About It)

Why Marketing Is Seen as a Black Hole (And What Data Says to Do About It)

Marketing teams struggle with trust and strategy due to workflow challenges. Learn how agile operations improve predictability, collaboration, and AI success to elevate marketing’s role. Read more

How CEOs Grade CMO Performance

How CEOs Grade CMO Performance

Most enterprise CEOs say they would give their CMO's performance a grade of "B," according to recent research.

The Unicorn Trap: How Marketing Leaders Should Redesign Roles for the AI Era

The Unicorn Trap: How Marketing Leaders Should Redesign Roles for the AI Era

AI is changing marketing roles faster than hiring can adapt. Learn why unicorn job descriptions fail and how to design teams for strategy, insight, and revenue impact. Read more

The Most In-Demand Email Marketing Skills

The Most In-Demand Email Marketing Skills

Marketers say AI proficiency is the top skillset they plan to prioritize when hiring for their email marketing teams this year, according to recent research.

The State of Global Employee Engagement

The State of Global Employee Engagement

The level of global employee engagement—the share of workers who feel enthusiastic about their work—has dipped from its peak in 2022, according to recent research.

How Optimistic Are Senior Marketers About the US Economy?

How Optimistic Are Senior Marketers About the US Economy?

Optimism about US economic conditions among senior marketers has declined its lowest level since the pandemic, according to recent research.

Building a Brand That Lasts: Why Trademarking Is an Entrepreneur's Secret Edge

Building a Brand That Lasts: Why Trademarking Is an Entrepreneur's Secret Edge

Trademarking is more than legal protection. It strengthens your brand, builds credibility, and supports growth. Learn why entrepreneurs should prioritize trademark protection early. Read more.

How To Win Over Your CFO: A Practical Guide to Justify Marketing Investment

How To Win Over Your CFO: A Practical Guide to Justify Marketing Investment

Learn how to align marketing with CFO expectations using clear metrics, measurable outcomes, and structured proposals that reduce risk and improve budget approval success. Read more.

The Role of Storytellers at SMBs

The Role of Storytellers at SMBs

Some 29% of SMB leaders say they created a storytelling-focused job posting in the past 12 months, according to recent research.

A New Era of Interoperability: AI, Automation, and View-Through Attribution

A New Era of Interoperability: AI, Automation, and View-Through Attribution

Marketing is entering a new era where AI, interoperability, and advanced measurement redefine campaign execution and accountability. Discover how marketers can drive real business outcomes. Read more.

The Impact of Marketing-Sales GTM Misalignment

The Impact of Marketing-Sales GTM Misalignment

Members of go-to-market teams say misalignment between Marketing and Sales can lead to issues like lower morale, lost opportunities, and delayed follow-up with leads, according to recent research.

The Top Production Challenges Facing Content Teams

The Top Production Challenges Facing Content Teams

What are the top challenges teams face when creating, managing, and distributing content? How are they working to improve their content production? To find out, researchers surveyed 434 content professionals.

Content Marketing Job Listing Trends for 2026

Content Marketing Job Listing Trends for 2026

How are content marketing roles changing? Which skills and degrees are employers looking for? Are salaries increasing? To find out, researchers examined 8,000 content marketing job listings on Indeed.com.

How to Crisis-Proof Creative Operations Without Killing Creativity

How to Crisis-Proof Creative Operations Without Killing Creativity

Creative teams can’t afford chaos when pressure hits. Learn how structure, clarity, and smart process design help crisis-proof creative operations without limiting flexibility or innovation. Read more.

How B2B SaaS CMOs Buy Software

How B2B SaaS CMOs Buy Software

What does the software buying process look like for B2B SaaS CMOs? Which factors have the most influence on narrowing down their vendor lists? To find out, researchers surveyed 101 CMOs who work for mid-market B2B SaaS companies.

3 Data Quality Priorities for 2026 With Real Revenue Impact

3 Data Quality Priorities for 2026 With Real Revenue Impact

Poor data quality drains revenue, erodes CRM trust, and distorts pipeline reporting. Discover three strategic priorities revenue leaders can use to eliminate duplicates and build scalable growth foundations. Read more.

A Four-Step Framework for Winning Complex OEM Buying Committees

A Four-Step Framework for Winning Complex OEM Buying Committees

Winning technical OEM deals requires more than a superior product. Learn how to map stakeholders, tailor messaging, and equip sales to navigate complex buying committees effectively. Read more.

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