<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8" ?><!-- generator=Zoho Sites --><rss version="2.0" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/"><channel><atom:link href="https://www.brandwings.com/blogs/tag/personalization/feed" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><title>Brand Wings - Blog #Personalization</title><description>Brand Wings - Blog #Personalization</description><link>https://www.brandwings.com/blogs/tag/personalization</link><lastBuildDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 05:51:50 -0700</lastBuildDate><generator>http://zoho.com/sites/</generator><item><title><![CDATA[Crafting Relevant Content]]></title><link>https://www.brandwings.com/blogs/post/crafting-relevant-content</link><description><![CDATA[<img align="left" hspace="5" src="https://www.brandwings.com/image_2024_05_06T17_27_25_525Z.png"/>In the realm of the digital age and modern marketing, relevance is the currency that drives engagement, trust, and ultimately, conversions. We live in ]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<div class="zpcontent-container blogpost-container "><div data-element-id="elm_a5N9CyJERtq3PQ1Pl2Jg6A" data-element-type="section" class="zpsection "><style type="text/css"></style><div class="zpcontainer-fluid zpcontainer"><div data-element-id="elm_8HV1k5xbRWaVHw_ki8H56A" data-element-type="row" class="zprow zprow-container zpalign-items- zpjustify-content- " data-equal-column=""><style type="text/css"></style><div data-element-id="elm_ZrAinZH0TS6ZrNStg9oOcQ" data-element-type="column" class="zpelem-col zpcol-12 zpcol-md-12 zpcol-sm-12 zpalign-self- "><style type="text/css"></style><div data-element-id="elm_vnMBkIx9TfSqaCEsKyySCQ" data-element-type="heading" class="zpelement zpelem-heading "><style> [data-element-id="elm_vnMBkIx9TfSqaCEsKyySCQ"].zpelem-heading { border-radius:1px; } </style><h2
 class="zpheading zpheading-align-center " data-editor="true">A Roadmap to Engage Potential Buyers</h2></div>
<div data-element-id="elm_n4kvTdstSBCoxf2MDGIOug" data-element-type="text" class="zpelement zpelem-text "><style> [data-element-id="elm_n4kvTdstSBCoxf2MDGIOug"].zpelem-text { border-radius:1px; } </style><div class="zptext zptext-align-left " data-editor="true"><p><span style="font-size:11pt;">In the realm of the digital age and modern marketing, relevance is the currency that drives engagement, trust, and ultimately, conversions. We live in a world where attention spans are shorter and competition is fiercer than ever, the key to capturing and maintaining audience engagement lies in the personalization and relevancy of content.&nbsp; As businesses navigate the complex landscape of attracting and retaining potential buyers, the importance of delivering tailored content cannot be overstated.</span></p><p><span style="color:inherit;"><span><br></span></span></p><p><span style="font-size:11pt;">In this blog post, let’s explore the strategies and best practices for ensuring that your content&nbsp;</span><span style="font-size:11pt;">resonates with your target audience, guiding them seamlessly through the buyer’s journey.</span></p><p><span style="color:inherit;"><span><br></span></span></p><p><span style="font-size:11pt;font-weight:700;">Mapping Content to the Buyer Journey:</span></p><p><span style="color:inherit;"><span><br></span></span></p><p><span style="font-size:11pt;">Understanding the buyer’s journey is so important to delivering content that speaks directly to their needs and motivations. It involves aligning your content with the different stages of the purchasing process: awareness, consideration, and decision-making. At each stage, your</span></p><p><span style="font-size:11pt;">content should serve a specific purpose:</span></p><p><span style="color:inherit;"><span><br></span></span></p><p><span style="font-size:11pt;"><span style="font-weight:700;">Awareness:</span> Introduce prospects to your brand and industry solutions through educational c</span><span style="font-size:11pt;">ontent that resonates with your target audience.&nbsp; This may vary from one industry to another or from one company to another.&nbsp;</span></p><p><span style="color:inherit;"><span><br></span></span></p><p><span style="font-size:11pt;"><span style="font-weight:700;">Consideration:</span> Provide detailed and solution-focused content that addresses prospects, pain&nbsp;</span><span style="font-size:11pt;">points and offers valuable insights making this relevant to your customer or potential customer.&nbsp;</span></p><p><span style="color:inherit;"><span><br></span></span></p><p><span style="font-size:11pt;"><span style="font-weight:700;">Decision:</span> Present compelling content that helps prospects make informed purchasing decisions,&nbsp;</span><span style="font-size:11pt;">showcasing the benefits and advantages of choosing your products or services.&nbsp;</span></p><p><span style="color:inherit;"><span><br></span></span></p><p><span style="font-size:11pt;font-weight:700;">Personalizing Content for Diverse Stakeholders:</span></p><p><span style="color:inherit;"><span><br></span></span></p><p><span style="font-size:11pt;">&nbsp;In a sea of digital noise, standing out and connecting with individuals on a personal level is essential for success, multiple stakeholders often play a role in the decision-making&nbsp;</span><span style="font-size:11pt;">process. Each stakeholder has unique interests, concerns, and preferences when it comes to&nbsp;</span><span style="font-size:11pt;">consuming content. To effectively engage these diverse audiences, personalization is key.&nbsp;&nbsp;</span><span style="font-size:11pt;">Rather than bombarding them with generic presentations or product pitches, tailor your&nbsp;</span><span style="font-size:11pt;">content to their specific needs and buying stage. Leverage segmentation based on&nbsp;</span><span style="font-size:11pt;">demographics, behavior, and past interactions to deliver highly relevant and personalized</span></p><p><span style="font-size:11pt;">content experiences.</span></p><p><span style="color:inherit;"><span><br></span></span></p><p><span style="font-size:11pt;font-weight:700;">Adapting Content and Conversations to Buying Stages:</span></p><p><span style="color:inherit;"><span><br></span></span></p><p><span style="font-size:11pt;">Prospects may interact with salespeople at any point in their customer journey, from initial&nbsp;</span><span style="font-size:11pt;">awareness to final decision-making. The ability to detect the right buying stage and align&nbsp;</span><span style="font-size:11pt;">content and conversations accordingly is crucial. By understanding where prospects are in their&nbsp;</span><span style="font-size:11pt;">journey and addressing their unique needs and concerns, sales teams can build trust and&nbsp;</span><span style="font-size:11pt;">credibility, ultimately leading to higher conversion rates and customer satisfaction.</span></p><p><span style="color:inherit;"><span><br></span></span></p><p><span style="font-size:11pt;font-weight:700;">Leveraging Data and Analytics for Informed Decision-Making:</span></p><p><span style="color:inherit;"><span><br></span></span></p><p><span style="font-size:11pt;">Data is the cornerstone of effective content marketing. By leveraging data analytics tools and visibility, businesses can gain valuable insights into how their audience interacts with their content or within their Digital Sales Rooms (Customer Spaces). Armed with this data, marketers can refine their content strategy, optimize messaging, and deliver a more compelling and relevant content experience to potential buyers.</span></p><p><span style="color:inherit;"><span><br></span></span></p><p><span style="font-size:11pt;">In conclusion, delivering relevant content is essential for engaging potential buyers and guiding&nbsp;</span><span style="font-size:11pt;">them through the purchasing journey. By mapping content to the buyer journey, personalizing&nbsp;</span><span style="font-size:11pt;">content for diverse stakeholders, adapting content and conversations to buying stages, and&nbsp;</span><span style="font-size:11pt;">leveraging data and analytics, businesses can create more meaningful and impactful content,&nbsp;</span><span style="font-size:11pt;">experiences. Ultimately, this approach not only drives better results but also fosters stronger</span></p><p><span style="font-size:11pt;">relationships with your audience, laying the groundwork for long-term success in today's&nbsp;</span><span style="font-size:11pt;">competitive marketplace.</span></p><p><span style="font-size:11pt;"><br></span></p><p><span style="font-size:11pt;">Learn more at brandwings.com or find a time that works for your schedule to meet for a discovery meeting at&nbsp;<a href="https://www.brandwings.com/schedule-a-demo">https://www.brandwings.com/schedule-a-demo</a></span></p><p><span style="color:inherit;"><br></span></p></div>
</div></div></div></div></div></div> ]]></content:encoded><pubDate>Mon, 06 May 2024 17:52:48 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mapping User Profile Fields to Template Fields]]></title><link>https://www.brandwings.com/blogs/post/2021-11-mapping-user-profile-fields-to-template-fields</link><description><![CDATA[We recently added the ability to assign user profile fields to data points within a template. This saves time and reduces error, which results in less friction for the salesperson personalizing the template.]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<div class="zpcontent-container blogpost-container "><div data-element-id="elm_nwb1SOntSQSUkYp3D_P3FQ" data-element-type="section" class="zpsection "><style type="text/css"></style><div class="zpcontainer-fluid zpcontainer"><div data-element-id="elm_S9VtsEowTLuaQA3GvIQs_Q" data-element-type="row" class="zprow zprow-container zpalign-items- zpjustify-content- " data-equal-column=""><style type="text/css"></style><div data-element-id="elm_oJ7YKNYZQs-mxgq2ypz9ZQ" data-element-type="column" class="zpelem-col zpcol-12 zpcol-md-12 zpcol-sm-12 zpalign-self- "><style type="text/css"> [data-element-id="elm_oJ7YKNYZQs-mxgq2ypz9ZQ"].zpelem-col{ border-radius:1px; } </style><div data-element-id="elm_uyvC7d3jTxqLCXw4IsmfGg" data-element-type="text" class="zpelement zpelem-text "><style> [data-element-id="elm_uyvC7d3jTxqLCXw4IsmfGg"].zpelem-text { border-radius:1px; } </style><div class="zptext zptext-align-center " data-editor="true"><p style="text-align:left;">Brand Wings lets you &quot;templify&quot; Word, PowerPoint, and PDF documents.&nbsp; This means you can upload existing documents in one of these formats, define which areas can be personalized, assign business rules, and post in your sales portal.&nbsp; Sales teams can easily use these templates to customize or cobrand important branded documents.</p><p style="text-align:left;"><br></p><p style="text-align:left;">We recently added the ability to assign user profile fields to data points within a template.&nbsp; A simple example of this would be automatically pulling in the name of a sales person into a document.&nbsp; This saves time and reduces error, which results in less friction for the sales person personalizing the template.</p><p style="text-align:left;"><br></p><p style="text-align:left;">The mapping of user profile fields is handled by setting a default value for Variables.&nbsp; In the Brand Wings admin, navigate to the Template you want to manage.&nbsp; Go to the correct version and click the Variables tab.&nbsp; Edit the variable (or add a new one), which opens a small window for you to set the default from a drop down list:</p></div>
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</div></div></div></div></div></div> ]]></content:encoded><pubDate>Thu, 18 Nov 2021 13:08:44 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Personalization provides an advantage]]></title><link>https://www.brandwings.com/blogs/post/personalization-provides-an-advantage</link><description><![CDATA[<img align="left" hspace="5" src="https://www.brandwings.com/images/bw-notebook-1.png"/>Two competing sales representatives are presenting a proposal for the same type of product to the same prospect.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp; “Rep A” is presentin ]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<div class="zpcontent-container blogpost-container "><div data-element-id="elm_wBDsXwjIRTqa6ycznOi3Zw" data-element-type="section" class="zpsection "><style type="text/css"></style><div class="zpcontainer-fluid zpcontainer"><div data-element-id="elm_lVB6dVIRRmKtY50e7xo8jQ" data-element-type="row" class="zprow zprow-container zpalign-items- zpjustify-content- " data-equal-column=""><style type="text/css"></style><div data-element-id="elm_t91VGz7BT76UKqwbDHVvlw" data-element-type="column" class="zpelem-col zpcol-12 zpcol-md-12 zpcol-sm-12 zpalign-self- "><style type="text/css"></style><div data-element-id="elm_ny5-OZHUqgR1-JT2M2jbpA" data-element-type="imagetext" class="zpelement zpelem-imagetext "><style> @media (min-width: 992px) { [data-element-id="elm_ny5-OZHUqgR1-JT2M2jbpA"] .zpimagetext-container figure img { width: 500px ; height: 333.33px ; } } @media (max-width: 991px) and (min-width: 768px) { [data-element-id="elm_ny5-OZHUqgR1-JT2M2jbpA"] .zpimagetext-container figure img { width:500px ; height:333.33px ; } } @media (max-width: 767px) { [data-element-id="elm_ny5-OZHUqgR1-JT2M2jbpA"] .zpimagetext-container figure img { width:500px ; height:333.33px ; } } [data-element-id="elm_ny5-OZHUqgR1-JT2M2jbpA"].zpelem-imagetext{ border-radius:1px; } </style><div data-size-tablet="size-original" data-size-mobile="size-original" data-align="left" data-tablet-image-separate="false" data-mobile-image-separate="false" class="zpimagetext-container zpimage-with-text-container zpimage-align-left zpimage-size-medium zpimage-tablet-fallback-medium zpimage-mobile-fallback-medium hb-lightbox " data-lightbox-options="
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            theme:dark"><figure role="none" class="zpimage-data-ref"><span class="zpimage-anchor" role="link" tabindex="0" aria-label="Open Lightbox" style="cursor:pointer;"><picture><img class="zpimage zpimage-style-none zpimage-space-none " src="/images/bw-notebook-1.png" width="500" height="333.33" loading="lazy" size="medium" data-lightbox="true"/></picture></span></figure><div class="zpimage-text zpimage-text-align-left " data-editor="true"><div style="color:inherit;"><div style="font-size:12px;"><p><span style="font-size:12pt;">Two competing sales representatives are presenting a proposal for the same type of product to the same prospect.&nbsp;</span></p></div><div style="font-size:12px;"><p><span style="font-size:12pt;">&nbsp;&nbsp;</span></p></div><div style="font-size:12px;"><p><span style="font-size:12pt;">“Rep A” is presenting the prospect with a generic proposal. Her supplier provided her with a locked-down PDF that cannot be edited or personalized. Why?&nbsp;</span></p><p><span style="font-size:12pt;"><br></span></p><div style="color:inherit;"><div><p><span style="font-size:12pt;">Many (most?) brands don’t want their marketing material to be edited by their channel sales reps. There is a risk that the product and/or pricing info could be inappropriately altered or corrupted and wrong info would be presented. It’s a very real risk and a valid concern for the brand manager. So the result is that the prospect gets the generic locked PDF from “Rep A.”&nbsp;</span></p></div><div><p><span style="font-size:12pt;">&nbsp;&nbsp;</span></p></div><div><p><span style="font-size:12pt;">“Rep B” is customizing and personalizing her proposal to the same prospect. Sure, some of the brand's product information is locked, but other parts of the presentation can be edited and personalized specifically to meet that particular prospect’s needs. How?&nbsp;</span></p></div><div><p><span style="font-size:12pt;">&nbsp;&nbsp;</span></p></div><div><p><span style="font-size:12pt;">Rep B is a channel partner whose supplier is a Brand Wings customer. With the Brand Wings marketing automation platform, the supplier brand enabled its channel partners with an always-on tool that can be easily accessed, updated, presented, and tracked.&nbsp;</span></p></div><div><p><span style="font-size:12pt;">&nbsp;</span></p></div><div><p><span style="font-size:12pt;">All factors being equal, Rep B probably has the advantage in this opportunity. The prospect will receive a presentation just for her.&nbsp;</span></p></div></div></div></div></div>
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