Tyler Lessard reveals what wikipedia won’t tell you about video

Radically Transparent Published: March 04, 2021
Tyler Lessard reveals what wikipedia won’t tell you about video

Marketers who use video grow revenue 49% faster than non-video users. It’s clear sellers need it, but what’s the real secret to using them to explode sales and drive marketing?

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Podcast episode summary

Tyler Lessard joined Vidyard in 2014 and almost immediately dramatically changed how the business world uses video to explode sales. He saw the expectations of buyers rapidly changing, and through his secret ‘four E’s’ transformed the way sales organizations use video to avoid getting stuck in the status quo. And let’s just say, it’s not easy.

In this podcast episode “Radically Transparent” Lessard shares with host Jennifer Gutman, Oktopost’s Director of Social Strategy, the special powers of video and how marketers and sellers can use video to its advantage in 2021 and beyond.

More about Tyler Lessard

Tyler, father of 4, watcher of Westworld, author of The Visual Sale, fearless marketer. As VP Marketing and Chief Video Strategist at Vidyard, Tyler has spent more than seven years immersed in the worlds of video marketing, video selling, modern demand gen, and customer experience. He’s been recognized by Demand Gen Report as the top B2B Buyer-Centric marketer, and by Marketo as one of the world’s top 50 Fearless Marketers. He’s the host of the Creating Connections podcast, author of The Visual Sale, and (very) amateur video creator.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How does video marketing specifically contribute to B2B revenue growth?

The blog post highlights that B2B marketers who actively use video grow revenue 49% faster than those who don't. This demonstrates video's direct and significant impact on accelerating sales and marketing performance within the B2B sector.

What strategic framework helps B2B sales teams effectively integrate video into their process?

Tyler Lessard, a leading expert and author of 'The Visual Sale,' introduced a 'four E's' strategy to help B2B sales organizations dramatically change how they use video. This framework enables them to adapt to evolving buyer expectations and move beyond traditional methods to explode sales.

What role does video play in modern B2B demand generation and customer experience?

Video is essential for modern B2B demand generation and enhancing customer experience. Tyler Lessard emphasizes video's power in creating engaging interactions, fostering transparency, and building deeper connections with prospects and customers throughout their journey, ultimately driving better outcomes.

How can B2B companies leverage video to stay ahead of rapidly changing buyer expectations?

To stay ahead, B2B companies must use video to meet evolving buyer expectations by becoming 'radically transparent' and more personalized. Video empowers sales and marketing teams to deliver dynamic content that resonates with modern B2B buyers, preventing organizations from getting stuck in the status quo.

What are the key benefits for B2B marketers and sellers who adopt a strong video strategy?

B2B marketers and sellers adopting a strong video strategy can expect benefits like significantly faster revenue growth, improved engagement with prospects, enhanced customer experience, and a more adaptive approach to modern buyer demands. Video acts as a powerful tool for achieving sales explosions and marketing success.

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