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How does the video marketing funnel work?

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Effy Shkuri
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Video marketing funnel and success

What is certain is that B2B buyers will not be forced into a video marketing funnel. On the other hand, we still want to provide the necessary structure. A responsible way to do this is to use the definitions below.

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ToFu

Video content at this stage has an educational purpose and is short (30-60 seconds). The buyer is orienting and seeking industry expertise. Focus on challenges or problems, not directly on solutions.

Bonus tip: Look at macro topics such as trends and changes in the market.

1 – Brand value video

What are the values of the organization?

2 – Trends

Summary with key trends in the market.

3 - q&as

Answer one question per video and demonstrate your thought leadership.

MoFu

At this stage, the buyer is aware of the problem. Search questions become more specific and solution-oriented educational videos work well. "It's the time where you want to bridge the gap between problem and solution direction."

4 - how-to videos

Show what solutions exist for the problem.

5 - comparison

Discuss alternatives and include your own solution in context.

6 – Vodcast

Engage with a niche influencer. Focus on view time rather than number of views. See also vodcast strategy.

Bonus tip: Discuss changes in the industry and competitors being considered.

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At this stage, the buyer is ready to take action, but uncertainty also arises. Transparency and risk reduction are key here.

7 - demonstration videos

Show which features are present and which are not.

8 – Reviews

Word-of-mouth marketing through review videos works strongly.

9 – Testimonial

Have customers tell you firsthand about their success. This gives maximum reliability.

" Wyzowl research shows that 63% of video marketers focus on engagement. Reach (58%) and lead generation (55%) follow."

Conclusion

Success in video marketing depends on capitalizing on the right stage of the funnel. B2B buyers will not be pushed into a rigid schedule, but structure helps to set goals and develop strategy.

  1. ToFu: Educational content - values, trends, Q&As.
  2. MoFu: Solution-oriented - how-to's, equations, vodcasts.
  3. BoFu: Decision phase - demos, reviews, testimonials.

Measuring success can be done through progression in the funnel and conversion. By delivering the right video at the right time, you build trust and create effective video marketing strategies.

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Effy Shkuri

"Our people make the difference." Really? As a former "digital workplace & IT entrepreneur," I've said this for years about my 25 colleagues. But the reality is we were only considered thought leaders by 5% of our target audience. Even today, this remains a common statement from MSPs and IT service providers. But these words lose their meaning if your expertise does not extend beyond your existing customers and a handful of prospects. I now help IT entrepreneurs with thought leadership in their niche.