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In this episode, <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/masoncosby/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Mason Cosby</a> shares the importance of aligning marketing and sales strategies for business growth. If want to learn more about ABM or want a way to start small and run a "lean ABM program", this episode is for you!

EP. 35 - The Leaner, The BETTER I Recorded on Metrics & Chill

In this episode of "Scrappy ABM," host <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/masoncosby/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Mason Cosby</a> responds to a newsletter request from Shaughn, who is targeting security and compliance organizations requiring FedRAMP authorized signatures. Mason breaks down a strategic approach for standing out in a competitive market by leveraging a company's unique differentiators. Best Moments:(00:32) Introduction to Sean's specific ABM challenge in the electronic signature space(01:19) The importance of leveraging FedRAMP authorization as a market differentiator(02:11) Developing an "onlyness statement" based on unique value propositions(02:39) How to identify your true differentiators by asking customers why they buy(03:30) Using the account progression model to highlight specific problems you solve(04:58) Creating buyer enablement content to help champions sell internally(05:40) Warning against claiming "onlyness" publicly without true differentiation(07:29) Recommendation to focus on one department (HR, procurement, or legal) initially

Draw the Line: How Great ABM Starts With Strong Differentiation : 158

In this episode of Scrappy ABM, host <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/masoncosby/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Mason Cosby</a> analyzes a listener submission from Lacey about her account-based marketing (ABM) program. Mason provides detailed feedback on how to refine the Ideal Customer Profile (ICP) and improve conversion rates for a billing management software company targeting NetSuite users. Best Moments:(00:32) Introduction to the ABM program breakdown format based on listener submissions(00:47) Overview of Lacey's submission: ICP, product, and goals(01:17) Critique that the current ICP isn't specific enough for effective ABM(02:34) Need to narrow down company size focus based on where they provide the most value(03:18) Recommendation to target companies with small finance teams in growth stages(04:16) Advice to choose between targeting existing NetSuite customers or bundling solutions(05:01) Importance of creating hyper-focused messaging based on specific customer profiles(06:01) Mason shares his own company's highly specific ICP as an example(07:32) Summary of recommendations: get more specific on ICP based on past purchase behaviors(08:10) Closing remarks and invitation to subscribe to the Scrappy ABM newsletter

Ep. 157 - ABM Audit: Focus Your ICP to Drive Conversions

In this episode of Scrappy ABM, host <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/masoncosby/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Mason Cosby</a> breaks down an ABM (Account-Based Marketing) playbook specifically for targeting enterprise insurance companies. Mason responds to a request from Lance, who is looking to penetrate deeper into enterprise insurance accounts by engaging with influencer personas via LinkedIn. Best Moments:(00:31) Introduction to the playbook breakdown format for ABM strategies(00:49) Overview of Lance's specific situation targeting enterprise insurance companies(01:21) Why Mason's first ABM program failed by targeting CEOs directly(01:57) Strategy of targeting manager and director levels instead of C-suite executives(02:25) Rationale for targeting lower-level employees (more accessible, less flooded inboxes)(03:13) Cost-effectiveness of targeting below C-suite level (lower CPMs)(03:33) How to use bottom-up approach to eventually reach decision makers(03:43) LinkedIn connection strategy and why starting lower increases acceptance rates(04:39) Building pain awareness with end users who understand day-to-day challenges(05:53) Implementation through LinkedIn advertising and social selling(05:59) Suggested cadence of 20 connections per day across multiple accounts(06:56) Importance of having conversion points like online workshops or events(07:24) Follow-up strategy to encourage sharing content with higher-level decision makers

EP. 156 - Target Managers And Directors To Increase Conversions

In this episode of Scrappy ABM, host <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/masoncosby/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Mason Cosby</a> breaks down a specific ABM strategy for a listener named Seth who is targeting independent financial advisors with a new custodial platform. Mason provides practical, budget-friendly approaches to overcome the challenges of marketing to small business owners, with a particular focus on data sourcing and building awareness for a new market offering. Best Moments:(01:21) Introduction to Seth's scenario: targeting independent financial advisors with a custodial platform(01:57] Challenge of data sourcing for independent businesses and small business owners(03:07) Strategy #1: Leveraging associations for data access and community building(04:11) Strategy #2: Creating a niche podcast with 70-80% booking success rate for awareness building(05:44) Conversion potential from podcast guests to customers based on real examples(07:04) Using podcasting as market research for early-stage products that may evolve(08:15) Final recommendation: Focus on 2-3 associations plus launching a targeted podcast Mason shares his own success metrics, noting that 25% of their current client base appeared on their podcast in the past year, and about 50% of customers were podcast listeners for approximately a year before converting, demonstrating the relationship-building potential of this approach.

EP. 155 - Association Plays And Niche Podcasts: ABM on a Budget

In this episode of Scrappy ABM, host <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/masoncosby/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Mason Cosby</a> sits down with <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/doliva/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">David Oliva</a>, General Manager of Organomation, to discuss how he leveraged podcasting as an account-based marketing (ABM) tool in the scientific instrumentation industry. David shares how his podcast strategy helped engage key prospects, build industry relationships, and drive measurable business results. Best Moments(01:21) Why Organomation launched a podcast for ABM(05:13) Breaking down the affordable podcast setup process(07:55) How David finds and secures podcast guests(12:14) Turning podcast guests into sales conversations(15:50) Podcasting’s impact on industry visibility and networking(17:44) Success metrics and business impact from the podcast(19:23) David’s advice for companies considering podcasting for ABM David's insights offer a practical playbook for anyone looking to incorporate podcasting into their ABM strategy—especially in niche B2B industries like scientific equipment and laboratory solutions.

EP. 154 - Using Podcasts For ABM Success In Scientific Instrumentation

In this episode of Scrappy ABM, host <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/masoncosby/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Mason Cosby</a> speaks with <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjaminard/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Benjamin Ard</a>, co-founder and CEO of Masset.ai, about creating ABM content that sales teams actually use. They discuss how to identify relevant content, organize it effectively, and involve the entire organization in content creation—while making use of AI to streamline the process. Best Moments:(01:27) The importance of relevancy over personalization in content creation(02:51) Centralizing content and organizing it by customer questions(05:01) Documenting customer questions across all touchpoints(08:59) Running pilot programs before full implementation(12:03) Using AI to organize and search content efficiently(17:24) Leveraging AI for content creation while maintaining authenticity(18:55) Involving the entire organization in the content creation process Guest Bio:<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjaminard/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Benjamin Ard</a> is the co-founder and CEO of Masset.ai. With a background in marketing, Ben specializes in helping businesses centralize and organize their content for more effective sales and marketing utilization, particularly within ABM programs. He’s also the host of the Content Amplified podcast.

EP. 153 - Creating ABM Content That Gets Used! — Benjamin Ard on Organizing, Leveraging AI & Driving Relevancy

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Welcome to Scrappy ABM – your source for groundbreaking approaches to ABM that don't break the bank. ABM shouldn't cost $200K in technology to even get started. If you want to get started with ABM or make your program better without a massive budget, you're in the right place. Each week, you'll hear from some of the brightest minds in the marketing world who are redefining ABM, achieving incredible results with untraditional methods, limited resources, and a whole lot of creativity. This isn't a show about how much you can spend on fancy tech or overhyped tools. Instead, it's about celebrating creative problem-solving and the scrappiness it takes to get ABM right. We'll dive into how these marketing leaders built robust ABM strategies with limited resources, revealing the actionable insights that led to their biggest wins. So, if you're a marketer ready to challenge the status quo, or an entrepreneur looking to scale your business through efficient and effective marketing strategies, Scrappy ABM is the show for you. Get ready to discover ABM strategies that are lean, impactful, and utterly transformative. Remember, it's not about the budget, it's about the mindset. Let's get scrappy!

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