State of Demand Gen

Everyone's analyzing win rates, but too few teams are asking the harder question: how did that opportunity even begin?This week on GTM Live, Trevor and Carolyn break down the most overlooked stage in go-to-market: what happens before a lead becomes a lead. They unpack why early-funnel signals (the ones that come before forms, meetings, or MQL scores) are where your growth strategy is made or broken.They explain why it's not enough to measure performance after the fact, and how traditional attribution misses the hidden work happening in the earliest phases of pipeline creation. Carolyn explains how early signal data is shaping a new standard for pipeline visibility, and Trevor shows how to connect that data to real decisions: budget, headcount, channels, and more.If your GTM reporting starts at the opportunity stage, you're already behind.Key topics in this episode:Why traditional approaches to attribution often tells a false storyWhy marketing and sales leaders need to rethink “first touch” and “last touch” measurementWhat happens when early-stage activity is left out of pipeline ROI modelsHow to expose the invisible work that actually drives revenueThe GTM gaps that surface when ops teams aren't tracking signalsThe early indicators that help you scale GTM programs with confidenceThis episode is powered by Passetto. We help high-growth and equity-backed companies turn GTM data into better decisions, faster. We unify your GTM and financial data, identify your growth levers, and help you scale. Part SaaS, part advisory. Visit passetto.com

Everyone's trying to grow pipeline, but only few companies are measuring the part of GTM that actually creates it.This week on GTM Live, Trevor and Carolyn expose why the early-stage “signals” that actually drive pipeline are the ones most teams ignore.They dig into the real problem: teams aren't tracking signals across the entire pipeline creation journey. Instead, they're relying on last-touch or deal source attribution that tells you nothing about what's actually working. Trevor explains why so many GTM decisions are disconnected from cost and impact, while Carolyn shares why she believes most attribution reporting is a smokescreen.This episode makes the case for a new standard: tracking what prospects are engaging with before they hit a lead score or sales touches them, and tying that behavior to outcomes. If your prospecting motion isn't part of your GTM analysis, you're missing the whole story.Key topics in this episode:Why signal tracking before sales engagement is essentialThe cost of ignoring the prospecting stage in your GTM modelWhat deal source and lead attribution don't tell youHow to connect early engagement to ROI and pipeline movementThe questions every GTM team should ask about efficiencyWhy companies are misreporting success to the board

This week on GTM Live, Carolyn and Trevor dive into the messiness of go-to-market strategy: overspending on pipeline, bad attribution models, and why marketers are often stuck doing RevOps jobs.Carolyn breaks down the trap of chasing new logos without clear ROI, while Trevor shares how his IT-to-marketing journey led to launching Passetto to fix these exact issues. They get into why data architecture matters before building strategy, and how single-touch attribution is holding teams back.Stick around for listener Q&A, lessons learned from the trenches, and real talk on what actually drives growth.Key topics in this episode:Why most GTM strategies fall apart without strong data foundationsThe hidden cost of single-touch attributionWhat marketing leaders shouldn't be doing (hint: RevOps)How to think about ROI before chasing pipelineLessons learned from building Passetto to solve these problemsCome hang with us live during our weekly podcast recording—tune in, ask questions, and be part of the convo. Grab your spot at passetto.com/events.

After a month-long sabbatical that took him across Australia, New Zealand, and Fiji, Chris Walker returns to Revenue Vitals with a life-changing announcement. In this deeply personal episode, Chris reveals a profound shift in his perspective and purpose that has led him to hand over hosting duties to Carolyn Dilks (Co-Founder and Managing Partner @ Passetto) who will be rebranding the show to “GTM Live”, while he embarks on a new mission. Sharing intimate details about his personal transformation through self-reflection and experiencing "operating system upgrades," Chris outlines his new mission for helping others unlock their innate human potential. This is the start of a new chapter for Revenue Vitals, which will now become “GTM Live” hosted by Carolyn Dilks.And it is a new chapter for Chris, who will be announcing his new podcast and mission in even more details soon.Stay tuned for more.

In this unique episode, Chris shares the unfiltered audio from a consulting call with an entrepreneur. Chris offers advice from his personal experience building multiple businesses to 7 and 8 figures in revenue.Here's what you'll learn in this episode:Why raising VC money might be a sign that your business model needs rethinkingThe advantages of bootstrapping a SaaS company to $5-10M ARRHow a SaaS + services model creates better financial outcomes and product developmentWhy "slow is fast" in building sustainable businessesThe dangers of rapid scaling and how it often leads to revenue regressionHow to structure equity and compensation in early-stage companiesThe math behind exit outcomes and why 100% ownership of a smaller company often beats partial ownership of a larger oneBuilding customer success into your model rather than outsourcing itWhy the feedback loop from direct customer service dramatically improves product developmentReal numbers from Chris's journey growing his agency from $11M to $22M and back to $12M–Thanks to our friends at Hatch for producing Revenue Vitals and all of Chris's short-form video and YouTube content. Hatch is a video-first content agency that creates short-form video content, video podcasts, original video series, and YouTube videos for B2B companies. Visit www.hatch.fm to learn more.

Today's episode is a live fireside chat recorded at Warmly's office, where Chris covers why smaller software companies can move faster than larger ones, what customers actually want versus what they say they need, and practical ways to measure what matters in marketing. Here's what you'll learn in this episode: Why smaller companies have distinct advantages over $100M+ companies today  The critical importance of making customers successful with your product (not just selling it)  How AI is accelerating product development and changing business operations  Why competitive differentiation now requires more than just features and messaging  The shift from "giving away customer success" to charging for services that drive results Rethinking traditional department structures like marketing, sales, and RevOps  Why attribution models are fundamentally flawed and how to approach measurement differently The problem with sales compensation models that don't align with today's buying journey Creating defensibility through customer proximity, delivering results, and leveraging proprietary data  How to consider pricing models based on deliverables instead of traditional subscriptions–Thanks to our friends at Hatch for producing Revenue Vitals and all of Chris's short-form video and YouTube content. Hatch is a video-first content agency that creates short-form video content, video podcasts, original video series, and YouTube videos for B2B companies. Visitwww.hatch.fm to learn more.

When Chris Walker looked at his bank account in 2019, he had $3,000 and student loan debt. In this week's GTM Live episode, he shares an overview of the choices that led to building successful multi-million dollar companies over the next 6 years, and the personal cost of those decisions. He then spends the majority of the episode examining why B2B companies struggle to measure marketing results effectively, and details the surprising pattern he has seen while helping over 50 companies solve this exact problem.Here's what you'll learn in this episode: Some uncomfortable truths about building a business The real reason most CMOs can't fix marketing measurement, even when they want to (hint: it's not about their skills or dedication) How marketing leaders can be empowered to focus on their core strengths rather than ROI spreadsheets Finding the right balance between over-complicating and over-simplifying marketing measurement approaches (and what to actually track) How companies waste millions on marketing programs while scrutinizing much smaller expenses Why most RevOps teams end up grading performance instead of guiding strategy (and how to fix this) A straightforward way to look at marketing data that everyone in the company can understand and trust How companies can avoid spending 18 months building the wrong solution to their marketing measurement problems–Thanks to our friends at Hatch for producing Revenue Vitals and all of Chris's short-form video and YouTube content. Hatch is a video-first content agency that creates short-form video content, video podcasts, original video series, and YouTube videos for B2B companies. Visit www.hatch.fm to learn more.

In this episode, Chris joinsFP&A Tomorrow host Paul Barnhurst (a.k.a.The FP&A Guy) to talk about the intersection of finance and GTM. Chris shares his perspective on why most B2B companies get GTM investments wrong, the inefficiencies in traditional marketing measurement, and how CFO's and finance teams can play an incredibly strategic role in driving revenue efficiency.Key topics from this episode:The disconnect between finance and GTM teams—and how to fix itWhy most companies mis-allocate GTM investmentsThe problem with measuring marketing ROI through attribution modelsHow finance can take ownership of GTM efficiencyThe four key stages of a revenue factory and why companies need to rethink pipeline creationThe impact of content strategy on brand awareness, demand generation, and revenue growthWhy finance leaders should actively participate in GTM strategy rather than just measuring its outcomesHow Chris is building Passetto and Refine Labs to solve the GTM efficiency problem–Thanks to our friends at Hatch for producingRevenue Vitals and all of Chris's short-form video and YouTube content. Hatch is a video-first content agency that creates short-form video content, video podcasts, original video series, and YouTube videos for B2B companies. Visit www.hatch.fm to learn more.

How can CEOs, CMOs, and revenue leaders truly create a high-performance GTM engine?  This episode is a live event that Chris Walker did with Sangram Vajre (co-founder & CEO at GTM Partners) where they answer exactly that. Key topics from this episode: Who should really own GTM? Moving beyond “marketing vs. sales” The 4 pillars of pipeline creation Why marketing needs more of a business mindset The importance of retention vs. acquisition How to fix broken revenue metrics Why “slow is fast” in GTM How to build an agile GTM team What the future of marketing leadership looks like – Thanks to our friends at Hatch for producing Revenue Vitals and all of Chris's short-form video and YouTube content. Hatch is a video-first content agency that creates short-form video content, video podcasts, original video series, and YouTube videos for B2B companies. Visit www.hatch.fm to learn more.

Why do so many companies struggle to generate pipeline efficiently? In this episode, Chris shares exactly why (and new and more effective GTM strategies).  Whether you're a CMO, CRO, CEO, or CFO, this episode will challenge your thinking and help you build a smarter GTM strategy with marketing investments that are actually delivering returns. Key topics from this episode: The Fundamental Flaws in Pipeline Creation  The 3 Phases of Pipeline Creation Why "Marketing vs. SDRs" is a Broken Debate How to Fix Attribution & Measurement  Rethinking RevOps & Sales Productivity  The Hidden Costs of Inefficiency  How CMOs, CROs, and CFOs Can Align on GTM Efficiency  – Thanks to our friends at Hatch for producing Revenue Vitals and all of Chris's short-form video and YouTube content. Hatch is a video-first content agency that creates short-form video content, video podcasts, original video series, and YouTube videos for B2B companies. Visit www.hatch.fm to learn more.

Chris joined Brad Zomick's show (LinkedIn Famous), where he shared insights on personal growth as a founder, his learnings from executing on LinkedIn for 5 years, and the new playbook founders can use to build and grow their companies.  Key topics from this episode: The right way to approach LinkedIn (hint: vanity metrics don't matter) Personal growth and intuition as a founder Learnings and mistakes from scaling Refine Labs & Passetto Live events as a compounding asset Why founders should re-think the VC-funded model The future of social media in B2B Why the most important thing as a founder is to take action – Thanks to our friends at Hatch for producing Revenue Vitals and all of Chris's short-form video and YouTube content. Hatch is a video-first content agency that creates short-form video content, video podcasts, original video series, and YouTube videos for B2B companies. Visit www.hatch.fm to learn more.

This is the first GTM Live episode of 2025, and Chris shares his most recent GTM strategies to help you win. These lessons are especially crucial for companies who want to scale past $10 million ARR. Key topics from this episode: The 3 Pillars of GTM Success: GTM Strategy, GTM Optimization, and GTM Operations. Cost of Growth: Reframing GTM efficiency as "cost of growth" to measure true ROI and organizational health. AI and Copycat Products: How AI is accelerating product cloning and forcing companies to change how they differentiate. Challenges of PLG Integration: The pitfalls of mixing product-led and sales-led growth motions together in established companies. Smaller, Agile Teams: The shift towards AI-enabled, lean marketing and sales teams for efficiency and flexibility. Flawed Metrics: Why reliance on outdated KPIs like MQLs and traditional attribution models is a mistake. Siloed Departments: The need to remove organizational silos to create a Unified Revenue Factory. Future-Proofing Sales and Marketing: Strategies to align compensation, integrate data, and streamline processes for sustainable pipeline creation. – Thanks to our friends at Hatch for producing Revenue Vitals and all of Chris's short-form video and YouTube content. Hatch is a video-first content agency that creates short-form video content, video podcasts, original video series, and YouTube videos for B2B companies. Visit www.hatch.fm to learn more.

This is a must-listen episode where Chris Walker joined Dave Gerhardt (Founder & CEO of Exit Five) on the B2B Marketing with Dave Gerhardt podcast.  Key topics from this episode: Why being “early” in seeing how marketing is changing is often misunderstood as being wrong How to manage negativity on social media while staying focused on your goals Using podcasts, live events, and social media to gather actionable customer insights in real time Breaking down marketing into Strategy vs. Pipeline Creation for clarity and efficiency Why AI is an accelerant for creativity and execution, not a replacement for strategic thinking How smaller and more agile marketing teams are outperforming larger ones Calculating true marketing ROI by accounting for headcount, tools, and overall efficiency How senior marketing leaders can improve outcomes by staying hands-on and closer to the execution process – Thanks to our friends at Hatch for producing Revenue Vitals and all of Chris's short-form video and YouTube content. Hatch is a video-first content agency that creates short-form video content, video podcasts, original video series, and YouTube videos for B2B companies. Visit www.hatch.fm to learn more.

In this episode, Chris Walker talks with hosts Mikkel Kiærulf Plæhn and Toni Hohlbein about the GTM challenges B2B companies face. He shares common mistakes companies are making, how to better use data for decision-making, and predictions for what the future of GTM looks like. Key topics from this episode: Why unit economics at the top of the funnel are the root of most GTM inefficiencies The CEO's pivotal role in aligning the entire GTM function Why current data structures fail executives and how to fix them Predictions for 2025: Centralized decision-making, smaller teams, and AI-native organizations The pitfalls of relying on outdated KPIs like MQLs and demo requests Why traditional attribution models hinder strategic decision-making How AI will reshape GTM strategies and why data architecture is critical The shift from RevOps to a more streamlined approach to operations Chris's vision for post-sale functions: Aligning customer success with measurable outcomes Strategies for improving per-rep productivity and scaling efficiently – Thanks to our friends at Hatch for producing Revenue Vitals and all of Chris's short-form video and YouTube content. Hatch is a video-first content agency that creates short-form video content, video podcasts, original video series, and YouTube videos for B2B companies. Visit www.hatch.fm to learn more.

In this episode, Chris Walker joins a live event by Finn Thormeier to share his current approach to content, and what it takes to create a B2B content strategy in 2025 that actually works.  Topics covered in this episode: Chris's current content approach and strategy while building Passetto The problem with sharing your IP too freely in your content Lead gen vs. audience building Invite-only events as a secret weapon When to focus on niche vs. broad content How to develop your content POV's The most effective way to source weekly content topics Who should be the face of your content brand Why distribution won't save bad strategy How to measure results from content The future of content creation roles – Thanks to our friends at Hatch for producing Revenue Vitals and all of Chris's short-form video and YouTube content. Hatch is a video-first content agency that creates short-form video content, video podcasts, original video series, and YouTube videos for B2B companies. Visit www.hatch.fm to learn more.

In this episode, Chris Walker shares how GTM teams can achieve better results. He breaks down the steps revenue and marketing leaders can take to understand their spending, measure their impact, and drive more effective outcomes. Key topics include: Transitioning from growth-at-all-costs to efficiency-first strategies The critical role of financial data in optimizing GTM investments How to build a closed-loop feedback system for greater pipeline efficiency The problem with blanket cost-cutting and why it doesn't solve GTM inefficiencies Rethinking the marketing leader's role: From tactician to strategic revenue driver The concept of marketing as a portfolio of investments and how to optimize it Why marketing and sales alignment is critical but often misunderstood – Thanks to our friends at Hatch for producing Revenue Vitals and all of Chris's short-form video and YouTube content. Hatch is a video-first content agency that creates short-form video content, video podcasts, original video series, and YouTube videos for B2B companies. Visit www.hatch.fm to learn more.

In this episode, Chris Walker shares why many companies have GTM efforts that fail to deliver the expected results, which can often result in missing out on hundreds of millions of dollars of shareholder value.  He breaks down the root causes—disconnected teams, poor data, and misaligned goals—and provides actionable steps to address them. Key topics include: Why the CEO—not the CFO—should be responsible for fixing GTM efficiency. The inefficiency of traditional KPI systems and how they hinder strategic decision-making. How to align GTM strategies across finance, marketing, sales, and RevOps. How flawed data architecture leads to misaligned budgets and reduced pipeline efficiency. The importance of early-warning metrics like pipeline efficiency to avoid costly performance degradation. Practical ways to integrate financial data with CRM insights for better executive-level decisions. Why AI, SDRs, and marketing teams must unite under a shared accountability framework. Transforming the prospecting engine: A case for marketing-led SDR management. – Thanks to our friends at Hatch for producing Revenue Vitals and all of Chris's short-form video and YouTube content. Hatch is a video-first content agency that creates short-form video content, video podcasts, original video series, and YouTube videos for B2B companies. Visit www.hatch.fm to learn more.

In this episode, Chris Walker talks with host Nick Flamini about practical ways to improve go-to-market strategies, strengthen the connection between finance and marketing, and make small teams more effective with AI. Key topics include: Why CFOs should lead the go-to-market planning model that drives how marketing operates. The inefficiencies in traditional SDR roles and how to rethink sales processes with AI and full-cycle AEs. Why companies must adopt a portfolio approach to marketing investments to maximize ROI. The fallacy of blanket advice and how businesses can find the right strategies for their unique circumstances. Why bootstrapping to $10M ARR is the new benchmark for success. How to transform event participation into a high-ROI strategy without costly trade show booths. The shift to AI-powered small teams and why they're outperforming large, traditional teams. Rethinking inbound marketing and why it no longer serves as the best practice for B2B companies. Listen to the full episode to learn actionable strategies for building a more efficient and effective revenue engine. – Thanks to our friends at Hatch for producing Revenue Vitals, and all of Chris's short-form video and YouTube content. Hatch is a video-first content agency that creates short-form video content, video podcasts, original video series, and YouTube videos for B2B companies. Visit www.hatch.fm to learn more.

In today's episode, Chris shares how AI will completely redefine GTM strategies over the next 18 months, including its impact on RevOps, marketing efficiency, and SaaS companies overall. Key topics include: How AI is transforming low-level marketing, design, and ops roles. The shift towards smaller, AI-enabled teams with higher efficiency. Why "free advice" from platforms like LinkedIn can be costly for businesses. The future of intellectual property and thought leadership in a world driven by AI. The critical need for CFOs to lead go-to-market efficiency and strategy. Restructuring RevOps for transformational growth. How smaller, agile companies can outpace legacy SaaS giants. Predictions for 2025 and beyond: The convergence of AI, SaaS, and results-oriented pricing. Chris also discusses his evolving philosophy on entrepreneurship, leadership, and content creation. Listen to today's episode to learn how you can prepare for the future of GTM, and win. – Thanks to our friends at Hatch for producing Revenue Vitals, and all of Chris's short-form video and YouTube content. Hatch is a video-first content agency that creates short-form video content, video podcasts, original video series, and YouTube videos for B2B companies. Visit www.hatch.fm to learn more.

Today's episode is possibly the most unique episode ever published on Revenue Vitals.  It's the audio from a private coffee meeting I had with an entrepreneur who is looking to start an agency.  Note - You will only be able to hear my audio, but I think you'll get a lot of value from it. I shared my recent learnings around topics like: Lessons learned from building multiple businesses Getting to $20k / month as a solo-consultant vs. scaling an agency How to optimize pricing Differences in business needs at various growth stages (e.g., early-stage startups vs. mature organizations) Using financial models and unit economics to drive strategic decisions Structuring equity and compensation to incentivize long-term employee retention The challenges with stock options and equity in startup and growth-stage businesses The power of creating content on LinkedIn + podcasts as a Founder Listen to this full episode, and let me know if you'd like me to create more content around these topics for Founders and CEO's. – Thanks to our friends at Hatch for producing Revenue Vitals, and all of Chris's short-form video and YouTube content. Hatch is a video-first content agency that creates short-form video content, video podcasts, original video series, and YouTube videos for B2B companies. Visit www.hatch.fm to learn more.

In today's episode, I'm sharing my interview on The Long Game podcast where we covered a variety of great topics like: Being Misunderstood on LinkedIn Attribution is a Tool (Not the Answer) Reimagining the Role of the CMO Demand Creation vs. Brand Awareness Bootstrapping vs. Venture Capital Why SaaS + Services is a Great Model LinkedIn's B2B Potential And more… – Thanks to our friends at Hatch for producing Revenue Vitals, and all of Chris's short-form video and YouTube content. Hatch is a video-first content agency that creates short-form video content, video podcasts, original video series, and YouTube videos for B2B companies. Visit www.hatch.fm to learn more.

Welcome to Revenue Vitals, a weekly show where Chris Walker challenges the traditional status quo of B2B go-to-market strategies, covering areas like Digital Demand, RevOps, Sales Development, and GTM Strategy. In this episode (GTM Live #38), Chris talks about: Why attribution models are more of the problem than the solution The limitations of traditional KPI systems in marketing and sales Breaking away from the inbound vs. outbound debate How a factory-like GTM structure can streamline pipeline creation The challenges of working with partners and the pitfalls of PLG models The critical role of RevOps in strategic GTM alignment Redefining SDR roles and the value of integrated data And more… Listen to this full episode to learn how you can reshape your company's go-to-market approach for greater efficiency and growth. – GTM Live is a weekly live event every Tuesday at 12pm CST. Register here to have Chris answer your specific questions. – Thanks to our friends at Hatch for producing Revenue Vitals, and all of Chris's short-form video and YouTube content. Hatch is a video-first content agency that creates short-form video content, video podcasts, original video series, and YouTube videos for B2B companies. Visit www.hatch.fm to learn more.

Chris Walker joins Erik Jacobson (CEO at Hatch.fm) to talk through Chris's recent update to his strategic narrative, POVs, and messaging at Passetto, which has resulted in generating more pipeline and revenue in the month of October alone than all of 2024 combined up to that point. Listen to this episode to hear Chris's framework on how to turn what you say (your message) into 10x growth. —- If you want to have a conversation with Chris and present your current questions, roadblocks, or projects you're working through, make sure to attend this weekly event every Tuesday at 12 central. Register here. Can't make the event but have a question for Chris? Submit it here. —- Thanks to our friends at Hatch for producing Revenue Vitals, and all of Chris's short-form video and YouTube content. Hatch is a video-first content agency that creates short-form video content, video podcasts, original video series, and YouTube videos for B2B companies. Visit www.hatch.fm to learn more

Welcome to Revenue Vitals, a weekly show where Chris Walker challenges the traditional status quo of B2B go-to-market strategies, including Digital Demand, RevOps, Sales Development, and GTM Strategy.  In this episode (from GTM Live #37), Chris talks about: Who should own the GTM strategy (hint: it's not the CMO) Why GTM should function like a factory Post-sale reporting lines Attribution vs. business-level KPI's  CMO & CEO alignment LTV:CAC vs. GTM Efficiency Larger vs. smaller team dynamics And more… Listen to this full episode to hear how these frameworks can transform your company's GTM approach. *** If you want to have a conversation with Chris and present your current questions, roadblocks, or projects you're working through, make sure to attend this weekly event every Tuesday at 12 central. Register here. Can't make the event but have a question for Chris? Submit it here. *** Thanks to our friends at Hatch for producing Revenue Vitals, and all of Chris's short-form video and YouTube content. Hatch is a video-first content agency that creates short-form video content, video podcasts, original video series, and YouTube videos for B2B companies. Visit www.hatch.fm to learn more.

In this week's live event, Chris discusses the insights he gained from attending the Pavilion Go-To-Market 2024 conference. He critiques the prevalent issues plaguing current marketing and sales strategies, emphasizing the importance of efficient pipeline creation as a determinant of successful business operations. He reflects on the conference's average content but highlights the value of networking and real-world insights gathered from industry leaders. Chris dissects the persistent pipeline problems faced by companies and communicates the necessity for a cross-functional alignment involving CEOs, CFOs, and boards to rectify marketing inefficiencies. He stresses the detrimental effects of outdated growth methodologies and proposes a shift towards a model that better reflects true business performance. He maintains that outdated concepts fill boardroom discussions, preventing effective problem-solving and strategic advancements. He points to the ripple effects of such misalignment - increased CAC, decreased growth efficiency, and deceptive performance metrics. If you want to have a conversation with Chris and present your current questions, roadblocks, or projects you're working through, make sure to attend this weekly event every Tuesday at 12 central. Register here. Can't make the event but have a question for Chris? Submit it here. Thanks to our friends at Hatch for producing this episode. Get unlimited podcast editing at www.hatch.fm

In this week's live event, Chris is joined by Tom Wentworth, CMO of Recorded Future, to discuss the intricate collaboration between marketing leadership and finance. They dive deep into the often-overlooked aspect of bringing business acumen into financial planning, emphasizing the importance of marrying marketing metrics with business objectives to drive enterprise value. With Recorded Future's forthcoming acquisition by Mastercard, Tom shares valuable insights on aligning marketing strategies with organizational growth goals. The conversation shifts to annual planning and the use of marketing metrics that truly reflect a company's health. Chris and Tom examine the pitfalls of traditional marketing metrics and highlight how marketing leaders can better prepare for board meetings and annual strategy planning. The dialogue outlines the significance of FP&A in marketing processes and explores Tom's approach to integrating financial metrics into marketing planning. Keywords like pipeline creation, win rates, and ROI underline the episode, making it valuable for marketing professionals and business strategists looking to enhance their financial alignment. If you want to have a conversation with Chris and present your current questions, roadblocks, or projects you're working through, make sure to attend this weekly event every Tuesday at 12 central. Register here. Can't make the event but have a question for Chris? Submit it here. Thanks to our friends at Hatch for producing this episode. Get unlimited podcast editing at www.hatch.fm

In this week's live event, Chris is focused on reinforcing the importance of unified metrics and financial acumen. He also covers marketing efficiency, effective brand marketing strategies, and the role of ROI in driving business success. Addressing listener feedback and industry misconceptions, Chris provides a comprehensive analysis of marketing performance metrics. He argues against the widespread undervaluation of marketing ROI, emphasizing its crucial role in achieving pipeline targets. Chris highlights how a misalignment in understanding these metrics can lead to significant revenue loss, illustrated by a case study involving a company with a $95 million pipeline deficit. Chris Walker also tackles the skepticism around brand marketing, asserting that an effective blend of marketing investments translates to tangible business results. He busts the myth that only performance marketing yields measurable outcomes by illustrating the dynamics of performance marketing inefficiencies and the long-term ROI benefits of brand marketing. This episode serves as a clarion call for better integration of financial acumen in marketing roles, urging professionals to adapt their strategies to ever-evolving market demands.  If you want to have a conversation with Chris and present your current questions, roadblocks, or projects you're working through, make sure to attend this weekly event every Tuesday at 12 central. Register here. Can't make the event but have a question for Chris? Submit it here. Thanks to our friends at Hatch for producing this episode. Get unlimited podcast editing at www.hatch.fm

In this week's live event, Chris is joined by finance expert David Spitz to dig into the intricacies of go-to-market efficiency, a crucial metric for SaaS companies. As businesses navigate 2025 planning and budget setting, understanding key performance indicators is indispensable. David provides a detailed exploration of how public SaaS companies are evolving in their approach to marketing efficiency, following the dramatic shifts seen post-2021 due to economic pressures and the end of the "growth at all costs" era. By examining data from about 80 public SaaS companies, David highlights the decline in growth rates from 34% in 2021 to a median of 17%, driven by various macroeconomic factors. Despite reduced sales and marketing expenditures, the cost of acquiring new revenue has increased significantly, doubling compared to previous years. The episode further illustrates the link between go-to-market efficiency and enterprise value, offering insights into how companies can adjust their strategies to ensure sustainable growth and better valuation.  If you want to have a conversation with Chris and present your current questions, roadblocks, or projects you're working through, make sure to attend this weekly event every Tuesday at 12 central. Register here. Can't make the event but have a question for Chris? Submit it here. Thanks to our friends at Hatch for producing this episode. Get unlimited podcast editing at www.hatch.fm

In this week's live event, Chris starts by discussing the misconceptions surrounding marketing ROI within the B2B space. He criticizes the conventional wisdom that overly focuses on attributing ROI at the campaign level and stresses the necessity of examining ROI from an entire department perspective. This shift, he argues, allows for more creative and impactful marketing strategies that align better with business-level outcomes. Throughout the episode, Chris discusses real-world scenarios, including his consultation with a large SaaS company struggling with declining marketing efficiency. He emphasizes the importance of viewing the GTM strategy as a cohesive "revenue factory," where various departments work together harmoniously to drive core business metrics. He shares insights on diagnosing and resolving inefficiencies by using data smarter, stressing the dangers of being too granular with metric segmentation and the flaws of the four-funnel model that many companies adopt.  If you want to have a conversation with Chris and present your current questions, roadblocks, or projects you're working through, make sure to attend this weekly event every Tuesday at 12 central. Register here. Can't make the event but have a question for Chris? Submit it here. Thanks to our friends at Hatch for producing this episode. Get unlimited podcast editing at www.hatch.fm

Chris joined moderator Asaf Azulay and a group of founders and CEOs on Team8 Marketing's Acceler8 Workshop. Chris covers the most common B2B Marketing mistake that he sees companies make when it comes to scaling: financial planning process relating to GTM programs. He talks about how this leads to overlapping costs and nobody focused on creating net new demand for their product or service. He also recommends having business KPIs that are separate from Attribution, so that you can more easily find a root cause of any issues. He also answers audience questions, giving tactical advice and feedback for early stage companies.  If you want to have a conversation with Chris and present your current questions, roadblocks, or projects you're working through, make sure to attend this weekly event every Tuesday at 12 central. Register here. Can't make the event but have a question for Chris? Submit it here. Thanks to our friends at Hatch for producing this episode. Get unlimited podcast editing at www.hatch.fm

In this week's live event, Chris is joined by Jacco van der Kooij, founder of Winning by Design, to discuss the nuances of running your Go-to-Market strategy as a revenue factory. The session kicks off with discussions on the pivotal role of GTM and how the focus has shifted towards growth, efficiency, and sustainability in today's economy. Jacco draws from his vast experience to explain how businesses need to transition from a 'growth at all cost' mindset to one that emphasizes unit economics and sustainable scaling. The episode covers essential concepts such as the "revenue architecture framework," the importance of GTM efficiency, and the measurement of net new ARR. Jacco provides a comprehensive explanation of how companies can adopt a factory model approach to their GTM strategy. He discusses the significance of production lines and the categorization of high-touch to low-touch models, and how these can be leveraged to drive cost-efficient, scalable, and durable growth. The conversation also touches on common hurdles faced by companies, the declining availability of IPO slots, and the impact of market dynamics on revenue generation. If you want to have a conversation with Chris and present your current questions, roadblocks, or projects you're working through, make sure to attend this weekly event every Tuesday at 12 central. Register here. Can't make the event but have a question for Chris? Submit it here. Thanks to our friends at Hatch for producing this episode. Get unlimited podcast editing at www.hatch.fm

Chris joined Andrew Kappel, host of the Leader Leverage Podcast, to talk about his transition into a leadership role and how that's affected his perspective on GTM strategies. Chris outlines the critical leverage points in early-stage businesses and emphasizes the significant impact of engaging with actual customers to refine products and services. He discusses the foundation of Passetto, explaining how it merges financial and go-to-market data to enable CEOs and CFOs to make strategic decisions based on comprehensive, real-time insights.  Key Takeaways: Leverage Points in Business Development: Listening to customers and iterating based on their feedback helps refine services and identify target markets. Integrating Marketing and Financial Data: Passetto aims to bridge the gap between CRM and financial data, helping executives understand why business metrics are changing and what actions to take. Role of CEO and CFO in Go-to-Market Strategies: Strategic reallocation of budgets and resources should be driven by executives with a comprehensive view of the company's performance, not just department-level metrics. The Necessity of Blending Technology and Services: Combining BI tools with consulting helps businesses not merely track metrics but also make informed strategic decisions. Transformation Through Technology: Passetto's unique approach positions it not as a competitor to typical SaaS companies but as a modern alternative to consulting giants like McKinsey or Gartner. – The next Expert Session, featuring Malin Wijenayake will take place on September 17 at 11am central. Register here.  If you want to have a conversation with Chris and present your current questions, roadblocks, or projects you're working through, make sure to attend this weekly event every Tuesday at 12 central. Register here. Can't make the event but have a question for Chris? Submit it here. Thanks to our friends at Hatch for producing this episode. Get unlimited podcast editing at www.hatch.fm

In this week's live event, Chris covers the optimization of go-to-market efficiency, presenting practical examples using realistic data. He explores the critical importance of KPI stacks and revenue breakpoints, spotlighting real company scenarios and offering strategic insights.  Highlights include combating poor unit economics, balancing marketing experiments with immediate ROI needs, and unifying metrics for executive clarity.  He also answers questions about successful metrics for evaluating marketing performance and the importance of strategic reallocation. The next Expert Session, featuring Malin Wijenayake will take place on September 17 at 11am central. Register here.  If you want to have a conversation with Chris and present your current questions, roadblocks, or projects you're working through, make sure to attend this weekly event every Tuesday at 12 central. Register here. Can't make the event but have a question for Chris? Submit it here. Thanks to our friends at Hatch for producing this episode. Get unlimited podcast editing at www.hatch.fm

In this week's live event, Chris shares invaluable insights into how SaaS companies can strategically optimize their marketing and sales spend to enhance their enterprise value. This episode focuses on the correlation between go-to-market efficiency and revenue multiples, presenting findings that challenge the conventional wisdom of growth-at-all-costs in favor of more sustainable, efficient business practices. This discussion brings to light why traditional metrics might not suffice in today's market conditions. Chris walks through the new concept of GTM efficiency percentage and breaks down its calculation method. From clarifying the inclusion of customer success costs to discussing the varying stages of company growth, this episode dives deep into the financial metrics that matter. It explores how tools like this can illuminate potential pitfalls, especially for companies seeking to navigate the complex landscape from Series B funding to successful IPOs. The next Expert Session, featuring Malin Wijenayake will take place on September 17 at 11am central. Register here.  If you want to have a conversation with Chris and present your current questions, roadblocks, or projects you're working through, make sure to attend this weekly event every Tuesday at 12 central. Register here. Can't make the event but have a question for Chris? Submit it here. Thanks to our friends at Hatch for producing this episode. Get unlimited podcast editing at www.hatch.fm

Chris joined Ishaan Shakunt, founder @ Spear Growth, on the TLDR podcast to talk about outbound marketing, offering a stark contrast to traditional high-volume approaches. Chris emphasizes the importance of strategic, personalized outreach over sheer quantity, focusing on the sender's credibility, the specificity of the offer, and the optimal timing of outreach. He breaks down the tools and methodologies he employs, including LinkedIn Sales Navigator and RB2B for identifying potential leads and outlines the manual, thoughtful process he follows to ensure each interaction is meaningful and impactful. Chris also highlights the significance of crafting compelling, unique offers that are closely aligned with the needs of the ideal customer profile (ICP). He shares his personal outreach strategy, which remarkably boasts a 60% message-to-meeting conversion rate, and underscores the necessity of having a deep understanding of one's product and market to achieve such success. By illuminating his hands-on, data-driven approach, Chris provides invaluable insights that challenge conventional outbound practices and offer a blueprint for more effective and efficient lead generation. – The next Expert Session, featuring Malin Wijenayake will take place on September 17 at 11am central. Register here.  If you want to have a conversation with Chris and present your current questions, roadblocks, or projects you're working through, make sure to attend this weekly event every Tuesday at 12 central. Register here. Can't make the event but have a question for Chris? Submit it here. Thanks to our friends at Hatch for producing this episode. Get unlimited podcast editing at www.hatch.fm

In this week's live event, Chris covers revenue planning for 2025, the fundamental differences between KPI metrics and attribution, and the importance of clear segmentation in go-to-market strategies. Chris highlights the crucial distinction between key performance indicators (KPIs) and attribution metrics in business planning. He offers actionable advice on identifying revenue inefficiencies, understanding unit economics, and aligning go-to-market efforts with company-wide objectives. Chris advises against the segmentation of responsibilities by attribution sources, such as marketing or sales, and instead promotes a holistic approach to evaluating performance metrics. For businesses grappling with complex revenue models, Chris's insights serve as a roadmap to achieving a more streamlined and effective sales funnel. – The next Expert Session, featuring Malin Wijenayake will take place on September 17 at 11am central. Register here.  If you want to have a conversation with Chris and present your current questions, roadblocks, or projects you're working through, make sure to attend this weekly event every Tuesday at 12 central. Register here. Can't make the event but have a question for Chris? Submit it here. Thanks to our friends at Hatch for producing this episode. Get unlimited podcast editing at www.hatch.fm

Chris Walker joins Erik Jacobson, CEO at Hatch, to host a LinkedIn strategy masterclass, covering strategies, evolving trends, and practical tips. Chris starts by reflecting on his LinkedIn journey, from starting in his living room to becoming one of the highest producing content creators on the platform. Chris and Erik discuss how LinkedIn's algorithm has changed, the significance of fresh content, and the enormous opportunities that the platform offers for B2B companies. Chris explains the nuances of his LinkedIn strategy, emphasizing the importance of persistence and content that resonates with the intended audience. The conversation moves through setting correct goals, creating engaging content, and navigating LinkedIn's platform tactics. Chris shares his morning routine of LinkedIn postings and the balance between personal branding and using multiple profiles for company success. The episode is rich with insights on how to effectively leverage LinkedIn for maximum business impact, especially for B2B players. The next Expert Session, featuring Malin Wijenayake will take place on September 17 at 11am central. Register Here.  If you want to have a conversation with Chris and present your current questions, roadblocks, or projects you're working through, make sure to attend this weekly event every Tuesday at 12 central. Register here. Can't make the event but have a question for Chris? Submit it here. Thanks to our friends at Hatch for producing this episode. Get unlimited podcast editing at www.hatch.fm

In this week's live event, Chris discusses the complexities of unit economics, pipeline coverage, and go-to-market efficiency. He starts the session with a deep dive into the concept of revenue breakpoints and how they serve as critical metrics for analyzing business scalability from $20 million to $100 million ARR. Chris stresses the importance of improving economic efficiency around pipeline creation and aligning sales resources to meet financial guardrails. Following the detailed discussion on revenue breakpoints, the episode transitions into actionable insights on measuring and improving unit economics. Chris explores how declining win rates and ineffective pipeline coverage strategies can derail even the most well-planned business growth models. He dissects how to analyze total go-to-market expenditures, highlighting the need for strategic reallocation of budgets, especially when forecasted pipeline targets become unrealistically inflated. The conversation includes practical advice on launching new go-to-market programs without compromising existing unit economics. If you want to have a conversation with Chris and present your current questions, roadblocks, or projects you're working through, make sure to attend this weekly event every Tuesday at 12 central. Register here. Can't make the event but have a question for Chris? Submit it here. Thanks to our friends at Hatch for producing this episode. Get unlimited podcast editing at www.hatch.fm

Chris joined Adam Kitchen live to talk about building momentum with content marketing in the B2B space. Chris shares his expert insights on setting the right KPIs and metrics, distributing content effectively, and ensuring it differentiates in a competitive landscape. He offers a fresh perspective on creating net new knowledge and leveraging technology like AI to bolster content creation and distribution. Chris emphasizes the importance of a thorough understanding of customer issues and iterating solutions based on tangible feedback. He also reflects on his journey, explaining the significance of engaging directly with customers to refine messaging and solve real problems. The conversation further explores the evolving landscape of social media marketing, including the relevance of platforms like LinkedIn and the strategic use of long-form content to foster trust and visibility. Chris offers a pragmatic approach to prioritizing efforts and illustrates how to tackle various target audiences efficiently. If you want to have a conversation with Chris and present your current questions, roadblocks, or projects you're working through, make sure to attend this weekly event every Tuesday at 12 central. Register here. Can't make the event but have a question for Chris? Submit it here. Thanks to our friends at Hatch for producing this episode. Get unlimited podcast editing at www.hatch.fm

In this week's live event, Chris starts with detailing essential strategies for sustaining business growth and optimizing go-to-market efficiencies. Chris emphasizes the importance of leveraging the slow month of August to build momentum for the end of the year, advocating for relentless dedication and a willingness to perform tasks others avoid. Moving into the intricacies of scaling businesses, Chris introduces models and frameworks like the “Revenue Factory” by Winning by Design to explain the predictable breakpoints companies face on their journey from startup to billion-dollar valuations. He offers insights into the twelve revenue breakpoints, stressing the importance of assembling the right data models, optimizing scalability, and ensuring sustainability to enhance go-to-market efficiency. If you want to have a conversation with Chris and present your current questions, roadblocks, or projects you're working through, make sure to attend this weekly event every Tuesday at 12 central. Register here. Can't make the event but have a question for Chris? Submit it here. Thanks to our friends at Hatch for producing this episode. Get unlimited podcast editing at www.hatch.fm

Chris joined David LaCombe to talk about essential mindsets for B2B marketers. David applauds Chris for his insightful teachings and delves into the critical role of mindset for marketers aiming to succeed in the B2B space. The discussion explains how understanding business objectives leads to crafting effective marketing strategies, changing market perceptions, and achieving significant business objectives. The conversation transitions into Chris's personal career journey from engineering to marketing leadership, shedding light on the value of financial discipline and deep market understanding. Both emphasize the importance of young marketers developing comprehensive business acumen and the necessity of continuous learning to thrive in dynamic business environments. Through practical advice, Chris underscores the significance of selecting the right company, understanding customer needs, and leveraging various marketing skills to drive success. If you want to have a conversation with Chris and present your current questions, roadblocks, or projects you're working through, make sure to attend this weekly event every Tuesday at 12 central. Register here. Can't make the event but have a question for Chris? Submit it here. Thanks to our friends at Hatch for producing this episode. Get unlimited podcast editing at www.hatch.fm

In this week's live event, Chris started by covering the complexities and nuances of go-to-market strategies for B2B companies, focusing on the pivotal roles of the CEO and CFO. He discusses the seasonality of sales cycles, particularly the impact of summer months on deal closures, and how companies should align their forecasting and budgeting strategies accordingly. Chris also emphasizes the importance of understanding the broader go-to-market machine rather than just focusing on departmental tactics. Chris introduces a compelling factory analogy to describe go-to-market operations, explaining that inefficiencies and misalignments in the supply chain (i.e., marketing and sales processes) often lead to broader systemic issues. He argues that true optimization requires top-level executives to scrutinize and rebuild the entire system, rather than relying on heroics from individual departments. This episode provides a thorough examination of how companies can strategically improve their revenue operations by addressing these deep-rooted structural problems. If you want to have a conversation with Chris and present your current questions, roadblocks, or projects you're working through, make sure to attend this weekly event every Tuesday at 12 central. Register here. Can't make the event but have a question for Chris? Submit it here. Thanks to our friends at Hatch for producing this episode. Get unlimited podcast editing at www.hatch.fm

Chris joined Mike Dias on the Scaleup Valley podcast to explore his career journey and the founding of Refine Labs and Passetto. He begins by discussing his early work in B2B companies, where he noticed a disconnect between market trends and traditional go-to-market strategies. His pivot to marketing in 2016 paved the way for the creation of Refine Labs in 2019. Chris shares his observations on the shift in market dynamics with rising interest rates and investor expectations pivoting towards profitability and efficiency, which prompted him to start Passetto. Expanding on his vision for the future, Chris elaborates on his newly-formed ecosystem comprising Refine Labs, Passetto, and Hatch. Designed to assist B2B companies in building a comprehensive go-to-market strategy, this ecosystem aims to tackle issues from data architecture to content creation. He addresses the importance of leveraging hybrid talent models and data-driven decisions to achieve efficient growth. Chris also touches on his leadership evolution, offering valuable advice on balancing internal team capabilities with external advisory support to execute go-to-market strategies effectively. If you want to have a conversation with Chris and present your current questions, roadblocks, or projects you're working through, make sure to attend this weekly event every Tuesday at 12 central. Register here. Can't make the event but have a question for Chris? Submit it here. Thanks to our friends at Hatch for producing this episode. Get unlimited podcast editing at www.hatch.fm

Thank you all so much for listening to B2B Revenue Vitals as we hit our 200th episode!! In this week's live event, Chris explores the intersection of marketing, finance, and sales, emphasizing the importance of a cohesive go-to-market strategy. Chris kicks off the conversation by emphasizing the critical need for alignment across various functions within an organization. Drawing from his recent experience consulting with executive teams, he underscores the emerging role of a cross-functional leader to bridge the gaps between finance, sales, marketing, and operations. Reflecting on the July Expert Session with Tom Wentworth, CMO of Recorded Future, Chris highlights the pivotal relationship between marketing and finance, specifically CFO interactions, for optimizing budget allocation and strategy shifts. He also emphasizes the inadequacy of internal RevOps teams to address overarching data architecture and roadmaps, advocating for a hybrid talent model that blends internal resources with external expertise. Chris elaborates on the need to detach from conventional attribution models, instead focusing on business metrics like growth rate and unit economics as primary indicators of marketing effectiveness. If you want to have a conversation with Chris and present your current questions, roadblocks, or projects you're working through, make sure to attend this weekly event every Tuesday at 12 central. Register here. Can't make the event but have a question for Chris? Submit it here. Thanks to our friends at Hatch for producing this episode. Get unlimited podcast editing at www.hatch.fm

Chris was joined by Tom Wentworth, CMO @ Recorded Future, to talk about GTM programs and Marketing ROI. Their discussion focused on guiding marketers aspiring to senior roles, offering rich insights into account selection, demand creation, and the relationship between marketing and finance. Tom emphasizes the importance of narrowing down account focus, even for large enterprises, suggesting that a smaller, targeted set of accounts can yield better results. They dig into practical challenges and solutions in demand creation, attributing their lower cost per opportunity to a more strategic allocation of marketing spend. Tom's advocacy for direct mail as a unique, effective tactic highlights an often-overlooked channel. Moreover, the value of robust financial relationships, notably with the CFO, and the innovative use of a news organization to drive engagement and brand authority are discussed in depth. Then, they spent time on listener questions, going into the specifics of Direct Mail tactics and messaging.  If you want to have a conversation with Chris and present your current questions, roadblocks, or projects you're working through, make sure to attend this weekly event every Tuesday at 12 central. ⁠Register here⁠. Can't make the event but have a question for Chris? ⁠Submit it here⁠. Thanks to our friends at Hatch for producing this episode. Get unlimited podcast editing at ⁠www.hatch.fm⁠

Chris Walker joins Erik Jacobson, CEO at Hatch, to host a full hour AMA on Content Creation. This session dives deep into the nuances of content strategy, focusing on the importance of integrating various content forms—such as podcasts, social media, YouTube, and blogs—into a unified strategy that aligns with business goals. Chris and Eric discuss how content is no longer solely a marketing responsibility but should involve the entire go-to-market team, including sales and customer success departments. Throughout the episode, Chris elaborates on how to establish a strong content strategy by understanding and framing customer problems, exploring various use cases, and differentiating your product through a unique value proposition. They wrap up by addressing practical concerns like when to initiate an organic content strategy, the value of deleting ineffective activities, and methods for balancing SEO with organic content. The conversation also includes practical examples and experiments Chris is currently undertaking to optimize his own content strategies, such as leveraging AI for SEO. If you want to have a conversation with Chris and present your current questions, roadblocks, or projects you're working through, make sure to attend this weekly event every Tuesday at 12 central. Register here. Can't make the event but have a question for Chris? Submit it here. Thanks to our friends at Hatch for producing this episode. Get unlimited podcast editing at www.hatch.fm

In this week's event, Chris talks marketing budgets, unit economics, and go-to-market strategies. Kicking off with a company update from Passetto, Chris shares the exciting news of their expanding team and the positive trend in customer renewals, signaling early success. He emphasizes the importance of unit economics in marketing, debunking the myth that budget constraints are the primary issue for CMOs. Chris highlights the stark differences between average and high-performing companies, discussing how effective investment in marketing and SDRs can drastically alter business outcomes. He elaborates on the benefits of deletion over addition in marketing strategy, advocating for the elimination of low-performing investments to enhance ROI. The episode also touches on practical strategies for improving win rates, pipeline value, and overall marketing efficiency. Essential for anyone involved in B2B marketing or executive decision-making, this episode offers a treasure trove of actionable insights and strategic advice If you want to have a conversation with Chris and present your current questions, roadblocks, or projects you're working through, make sure to attend this weekly event every Tuesday at 12 central. Register here. Can't make the event but have a question for Chris? Submit it here. Thanks to our friends at Hatch for producing this episode. Get unlimited podcast editing at www.hatch.fm

In this week's event, Chris shares his recent reflections and insights following a rejuvenating vacation in Italy. He emphasizes the importance of taking breaks to gain new perspectives on business strategies and operations. Through a holistic approach, he discusses everything from achieving marketing efficiency and improving sales win rates to the evolving role of AI in the marketing landscape. His strategic insights are aimed at optimizing the go-to-market strategy, offering plenty of actionable advice for entrepreneurs and business leaders. Chris shifts into the concept of a unified go-to-market strategy, discussing how connecting different departments and aligning them towards a common goal can significantly enhance business performance. He touches on topics like setting appropriate marketing KPIs, increasing sales win rates, and the intricate balance between short-term objectives and long-term growth. The episode also explores practical AI applications, including automated content creation, data enrichment for SDRs, and more innovative technologies that are transforming the way companies operate. Special thanks to Sidney Waterfall and everyone who took over on the call when Spectrum's regional outage affected Chris's recording studio! If you want to have a conversation with Chris and present your current questions, roadblocks, or projects you're working through, make sure to attend this weekly event every Tuesday at 12 central. Register here. Can't make the event but have a question for Chris? Submit it here. Thanks to our friends at Hatch for producing this episode. Get unlimited podcast editing at www.hatch.fm

Chris joined Peter Conforti on the Good Content series to discuss a range of critical topics in B2B Marketing and SaaS. From dissecting LinkedIn's algorithms to redefining go-go-market strategies in the current economic environment, Chris brings a wealth of knowledge and practical insights to the table.  Chris kicks off the discussion by sharing his observations on LinkedIn's evolving algorithms and its impact on follower engagement. He then goes into the metrics that really matter for marketers, emphasizing the importance of quality inbound DM's over mere post reach. The conversation covers the nuanced strategies needed to thrive in today's B2B SaaS landscape, especially for companies navigating the shift from growth-at-all-costs to a balanced focus on growth and profitability. If you want to have a conversation with Chris and present your current questions, roadblocks, or projects you're working through, make sure to attend this weekly event every Tuesday at 12 central. Register here. Can't make the event but have a question for Chris? Submit it here. Thanks to our friends at Hatch for producing this episode. Get unlimited podcast editing at www.hatch.fm

Chris joined Josh Wagner and Justin Gray on the Cheat Code podcast to explore transformative marketing strategies and the critical role of customer understanding in today's business landscape. Chris shares his journey from the early days of his career to becoming a leading figure in B2B marketing, emphasizing the need for qualitative research and the ability to pivot based on customer insights.  Chris believes that the ultimate “cheat code” in marketing is to understand your customers better than anyone else. Highlighting how qualitative research can provide actionable insights, he talks about his personal experiences and the importance of staying close to the customer. He also discusses the difficulties faced by founders who try to be all things to all people and stresses focusing on who genuinely cares about your product.  If you want to have a conversation with Chris and present your current questions, roadblocks, or projects you're working through, make sure to attend this weekly event every Tuesday at 12 central. Register here. Can't make the event but have a question for Chris? Submit it here. Thanks to our friends at Hatch for producing this episode. Get unlimited podcast editing at www.hatch.fm

Chris joined Alan Zhao on a live event for Warmly.ai for a discussion on Signal-Based Sales. Chris provides an in-depth exploration of what signal-based selling entails and why it is revolutionizing B2B go-to-market strategies. He outlines the advantages of using first party and third party signals to optimize sales outreach, detailing how this method outperforms traditional cold outreach or inbound motions reliant solely on MQLs. The discussion shifts to the practical side of implementing signal-based sales, including how to manage and analyze these signals effectively. Chris offers insights on leveraging data to determine the most impactful signals, highlighting the importance of separating the signal from the noise for optimal sales productivity. With the digital landscape continuously evolving, Chris emphasizes the necessity for agile small teams and startups to capitalize on this approach, explaining how even early stage companies can deploy robust signal-based systems without needing extensive resources. If you want to have a conversation with Chris and present your current questions, roadblocks, or projects you're working through, make sure to attend this weekly event every Tuesday at 12 central. Register here. Can't make the event but have a question for Chris? Submit it here. Thanks to our friends at Hatch for producing this episode. Get unlimited podcast editing at www.hatch.fm