Detecting bias in AI prospecting models: A how-to for sales leaders
AI-driven prospecting tools have the potential to transform sales pipelines, but they also carry the risk of reinforcing blind spots. If left unaddressed, AI models can amplify bias that systematically favors certain industries, geographies, or company types. And, this isn’t just a fairness issue. Bias in AI prospecting models directly impacts revenue. Recognizing and addressing…
Generative AI tools every marketing team should use
When I first started at HubSpot, I needed a new headshot fast. So, I turned to generative AI tools — and no one had any idea, at least not initially. Love ‘em or hate ‘em, generative AI tools are impressive. From text and data analysis to uncanny photos and celebrity videos, AI’s ability to imitate…
Loop marketing for B2B: Building your first B2B loop marketing strategy
Building a B2B Loop Marketing strategy represents more than adopting new tactics — it’s about architecting a self-reinforcing system that transforms every customer interaction into compound growth, from initial B2B lead generation through long-term customer expansion. The challenge? B2B organizations must: Orchestrate complex buying committees, navigate multi-stakeholder decisions Manage extended sales cycles spanning months Deliver…
5 best email marketing tools for healthcare businesses in 2025
Healthcare businesses vary in scope, from wellness centers to doctors’ offices to hospitals. But they share one important need: They all must safeguard any protected health information (PHI) they possess, especially when doing email marketing. Email marketing tools for healthcare help keep patients informed of promotions, upcoming appointments, and ways to stay healthy. But not…
The tactical shift that led to 35,000% higher visibility on LinkedIn
Sam Meller is the Head of Social for The Hustle, but we briefly got to borrow her for Masters in Marketing, because she makes everything she touches better. That’s how I got a chance to hear about a tactical content shift that led to a startling 35,000% increase in visibility on LinkedIn. When I heard…
6 brands that brilliantly differentiated from the competition, and how you can, too
There has never been a bigger moment in history when brand differentiation was more important. The channels we relied on for growth are saturated and increasingly less effective. And with AI changing how people search and make buying decisions, the race to stand out has never been more brutal. The brands at the top of…
12 great examples of welcome emails for new customers [templates]
I’m going to say something that might ruffle a few feathers, but here it is: I’m still disappointed by most welcome emails I receive. Not because I expect every brand to knock it out of the park, but because this moment, this exact moment, is such a rare opportunity. A person was interested enough to…
HubSpot’s 2025 State of Newsletters Report [data from 400+ newsletter pros]
The inbox is having her moment again. Newsletters have made a full-blown comeback, and the rules of play have gotten a little more … complicated. The concept of newsletters has evolved from just sending emails to a sophisticated ecosystem of automated platforms, personalization strategies, and monetization models. To help break down the latest trends, we…
AI vs traditional prospecting: When AI beats manual outreach (& when it doesn’t)
In the age of AI, sales organizations face a fundamental shift in how prospecting gets done. Artificial intelligence can now handle repetitive tasks that once consumed entire workdays. Reps can partner with AI to research leads and craft the right messages, so they can focus on fostering connection. Savvy sales teams strike the right balance,…
10 best email marketing tools for financial service businesses in 2025
Running a financial-services business is about far more than moving money in and out of accounts — it’s about managing client trust, regulatory complexity, personalized advice, ongoing service relationships, and layered compliance. The challenge? CRM needs in the financial services industry are uniquely demanding. Firms must track high-value clients, nurture relationships over long horizons, monitor…
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