Derek Hovinga, Shaping Startup Success: Insights on Inbound Marketing and Industry Trends

Published: June 19, 2024, 3:37 p.m.

In today\u2019s episode, host Tyler Chisholm sits down to chat with Derek Hovinga to delve into the intricacies of modern marketing and startup ecosystems. They explore the challenges of social media validation, the pivotal role of content in building long-term trust, and the unique complexities of B2B sales cycles. Derek highlights the importance of blending organic and paid advertising while emphasizing buyer behaviour shifting towards seeking information rather than direct sales pitches. Derek discusses his work at Inbound Lab, including his focus on customer discovery interviews and leveraging AI tools to better understand client needs.


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Host links:


Tyler\u2019s website: https://www.tylerchisholm.com

Tyler\u2019s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tylerchisholm


Guest links:


Derek Hovinga\u2019s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/derek-hovinga-he-him-94617115/

The Inbound Lab\u2019s Website: https://www.theinboundlab.ca

The Inbound Lab\u2019s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-inbound-lab

The Inbound Lab\u2019s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_inbound_lab

The Inbound Lab\u2019s TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@derekthecreator


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