B2B Lead Generation

Jul 10, 2025

<a href="https://www.ewrdigital.com/author/matthew-bertram" target="_self">Matthew Bertram</a>

Matthew Bertram

Matthew (Matt Bertram) Bertram, creator of the LLM Visibility Stack™, is a Fractional CMO and Lead Strategist at EWR Digital. A recognized SEO consultant and AI marketing strategist, he helps B2B companies in law, energy, healthcare, and industrial sectors scale by building systems for search, demand generation, and digital growth in the AI era. Matt is also the creator of LLM Visibility™, a category-defining framework that helps brands secure presence inside large language models as well as traditional search engines. In addition to his client work, Matt hosts The Best SEO Podcast: Defining the Future of Search with LLM Visibility™ (5M+ downloads, 12+ years running) and co-hosts the Oil & Gas Sales and Marketing Podcast with OGGN, where he shares growth strategy and digital transformation insights for leaders navigating long sales cycles.

Unleashing the Power of Digital: A Guide for B2B Lead Generation

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In the fast-paced digital era, where online interactions shape business landscapes, B2B enterprises must adapt to new strategies to stay ahead of the curve. One critical aspect of this adaptation is mastering the art of online lead generation. Generating high-quality leads is the lifeblood of any B2B business, and in this blog, we’ll explore effective strategies to harness the power of the digital realm for your lead generation efforts.

“Success in B2B lead generation is not just about targeting the right businesses; it’s about engaging them with valuable content and building meaningful relationships. In the digital age, your online presence is the gateway to these relationships.” – Matt Bertram, SEO Lead

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Optimize Your Website for Conversions:

Your website is often the first point of contact between your business and potential clients. Make it count by optimizing it for lead generation. Implement clear and compelling calls-to-action (CTAs) across your site, guiding visitors toward valuable content or opportunities to connect.

Example:

Consider a software company offering a free trial of their product. Their website prominently displays a CTA inviting visitors to “Experience the Future of Software – Start Your Free Trial Now!”

According to a study by HubSpot, businesses with 31 to 40 landing pages generate seven times more leads than those with only 1 to 5 landing pages.

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Leverage Social Media Platforms:

Social media isn’t just for B2C businesses. B2B enterprises can harness the power of platforms like LinkedIn, Twitter, and even Instagram to connect with potential clients. Share industry insights, engage in conversations, and use targeted advertising to reach decision-makers in your target companies.

Example:

A marketing agency might share a case study on LinkedIn showcasing how they helped a B2B client increase their leads by 30% through a strategic content marketing campaign.

According to the Content Marketing Institute, 96% of B2B marketers use LinkedIn for organic content distribution, making it a powerful platform for B2B lead generation.

Invest in Content Marketing:

Educational and valuable content not only positions your brand as an industry authority but also attracts potential clients. Create blog posts, whitepapers, e-books, and webinars that address the pain points and challenges your target audience faces.

Example:

A cybersecurity firm could publish a comprehensive guide on “10 Essential Cybersecurity Practices for B2B Enterprises” to showcase their expertise.

Content marketing generates three times as many leads as traditional outbound marketing, according to Demand Metric.

In the evolving landscape of B2B interactions, mastering online lead generation is imperative. By optimizing your website for both SEO (which brings organic traffics) and Conversions (which lead to revenue), leveraging social media, and investing in content marketing, your B2B business can not only survive but thrive in the digital age as you your flow of qualified leads increases. Lead generation growth is just the beginning. Remember, it’s not just about generating leads but building lasting relationships through meaningful engagement.

As Peter Drucker famously said, “The aim of marketing is to know and understand the customer so well the product or service fits them and sells itself.” Embrace the digital tools at your disposal, and watch as your B2B business not only fits the needs of your clients but exceeds their expectations.

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Google review from Peter Germanese praising EWR for SEO, content marketing, link building, ebook design, digital strategy, and PPC support since 2018; highlights consistent high-quality work from Geoff and the EWR team.

Proven SEO Results from Real Clients

Turnaround in 6 Months After Taking Over From Previous SEO Agency (Case Study)

When we stepped in, the site was flatlining. Now it’s gaining real visibility fast!

 +1,887% Clicks (16 → 318)
+2,041% Impressions (19.1K → 409K)
Avg. Position Improved: 50.3 → 48.7 CTR Holding Steady at 0.1%

This wasn’t just a tune-up, it was a rebuild. We went from nearly zero traction to indexing for hundreds of thousands of keywords, with rankings now moving into the strike zone.

With foundational SEO in place, this site is now positioned for intent-driven.

SEO performance comparison showing a dramatic increase in clicks and impressions after SEO intervention.

New Site Launch = 2,654% Traffic Surge (Case Study)

From almost no visibility to real momentum — this is what strategic SEO looks like post-launch.

 +2,654% Clicks (31 → 854)
+6,171% Impressions (732 → 45.9K)
Avg. Position Improved: 22.7 → 21.7
CTR Normalized at 1.9%

This site went from invisible to actively competing — fast. While CTR dropped slightly (typical as impressions scale), ranking in the low 20s within 6 months of launch is an extremely strong sign.

The foundation is working. Now it’s time to scale authority, build content depth, and push more top-20 keywords into the top 10.

Google Search Console report showing a major increase in clicks and impressions following a new website launch.

National PI Firm: Massive Visibility Surge — 3X the Reach in 6 Months (Case Study)

This firm is making major moves in organic search, dominating more SERPs and climbing fast.

 +126% Clicks (1.93K → 4.37K)
+186% Impressions (1.29M → 3.7M)
Avg. Position Improved: 34.5 → 31.5
CTR dropped slightly: 0.2% → 0.1%

The CTR dip is expected when aggressively expanding into new keyword territory — especially in highly competitive national PI search results. But the growth in impressions and clicks is undeniable, proving Google sees this site as more authoritative and topically relevant.

Next step: sharpen titles/descriptions, prioritize high-intent pages for CTR optimization, and double down on conversion-focused content.

Google Search Console report showing significant SEO performance gains for a national personal injury law firm.

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