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10 of the Best Voicemail Scripts for Cold Calling in 2025
Need a cold callback after reaching a prospect's voicemail? We’re sharing the best cold calling voicemail script for B2B sales. Click to see them!
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Apple Call Screening Update: What iOS 26 Means for Sales Teams
Apple got call screening, but what does this mean for cold callers? Let's get into what the iOS 26 updates means for sales & how good reps get around it.
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Cold Calling Scripts: Hub of the Best Templates for 2025
Click for a hub of the best B2B sales cold calling scripts! Cold call confidently using Cognism’s tried & proven templates, plus tips to create your own.
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The 12 Best AI Sales Tools Every B2B Team Must Use
Looking for the best AI sales and outreach tools to boost your B2B team’s efficiency? Explore our list of must-have AI tools to elevate your sales game.
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What is Firmographic Data? Ultimate Guide for Managers
Want to understand firmographic data? Our comprehensive guide for managers reveals what it is and how it can benefit your business strategies.
Automated Lead Generation
Lead Automation: How Automated Lead Generation Grows Sales
How can you generate leads more efficiently? Lead automation, also known as automated lead generation, is the answer. Click to see Cognism's guide.
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The Loop Live: Paid Social Strategy and Ad Creative Deep Dive
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Marketers can't rely on outdated tactics!
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Easy Mode Content Strategy: How We Implement it at Cognism
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European Market Entry
Navigating European Market Entry: Strategies for Expansion
Entering new markets can be daunting, so learn from those who have done it before! Click to read Archita Fritz's expert advice on EU expansions.
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Top B2B Marketing Challenges and How to Solve Them in 2025
Discover the biggest B2B marketing challenges facing marketing leaders, from data compliance to GTM execution, and how to solve them confidently.
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SaaS Marketing Funnel Fixes: Boost Conversions at Every Stage
Discover common SaaS marketing funnel mistakes and learn how to fix them to boost conversions, improve lead quality, and scale your growth efficiently.
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Lead Automation: How Automated Lead Generation Grows Sales
How can you generate leads more efficiently? Lead automation, also known as automated lead generation, is the answer. Click to see Cognism's guide.
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What’s the Difference Between a Lead vs a Prospect?
Prospects vs leads: Learn the distinctions that can elevate your sales strategy. This quick guide will teach you how to define, nurture, and qualify them.
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15 Lead Generation Companies & Services [+Selection Guide]
Hire the best B2B lead generation companies for your businesses. Compare features, pricing, and reviews to find out what to ask to evaluate their services.
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Whether you are a beginner or an expert in the B2B space, our aim is to give you actionable sales and marketing tutorials so you can keep up to date with the latest B2B sales and marketing strategies.

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11 Best Strategies to Improve B2B Sales
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How to Build a Cold Call List That Converts
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Joe Barron

Senior Content Manager

Joe Barron is Cognism’s Senior Content Manager. He joined the company in 2018 as its sole content writer. Since that time, he has written over 100 top-ranking blogs, video scripts and eBooks, and edited scores more.

Today, Joe manages Cognism’s SEO team, which to date has generated $360k in traffic value and over $1M in revenue for the business.

If you would like to collaborate with Joe on Cognism’s content, please contact him on LinkedIn.

Expertise
  • Sales and cold calling
  • Marketing and demand generation
  • Data, software and AI
  • Business and RevOps
  • B2B news and trends
Education
  • College of Media and Publishing, Copywriting Course, 2017-18, Grade: ABC Awards Level 4 Diploma (Distinction)
  • University of East Anglia, Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), English Literature, 2003-06, Grade: 2:1

Posts by Joe Barron

 
What’s the Difference Between a Lead vs a Prospect?
Prospects vs leads: Learn the distinctions that can elevate your sales strategy. This quick guide will teach you how to define, nurture, and qualify them.
10 Game-Changing Sales Manager Tips for 2025
Stay ahead in the competitive world of B2B sales with these essential tips tailored for sales managers. Click to enhance your strategy today!
How to Create a Target Account List
Crafting a target account list is essential for sales and marketing. Learn how to effectively compile a list that aligns with your business goals!
11 Proven Strategies to Increase B2B Sales in 2025
Looking to boost your B2B sales? Explore 11 proven strategies that will elevate your sales game and help you achieve remarkable results!
Is Cold Calling Dead? 7 Data-Backed Reasons Why It’s Not
Is cold calling dead? No way! It still works. Read to find out why cold calling is here to stay and learn Cognism’s playbook for cold calling in B2B.
13 Lead Generation Strategies & Tactics That Work
Uncover proven lead generation strategies that work. Implement these 13 tactics to enhance your marketing efforts and fill your pipeline with leads.
Customer Adoption: The Process, Benefits and Key Metrics
Read this blog to master customer adoption! You’ll learn the process, realise its benefits, and define the crucial metrics for measuring success.
Go-to-market Intelligence: The Future of B2B Sales
Go-to-market intelligence is the future of B2B sales. This guide shares strategies for enhancing your sales initiatives and staying ahead of competitors.
Can You Still Cold Call Under GDPR?
The GDPR isn’t here to ban B2B cold calling. Instead, it aims to make it more responsible, which is good news for us all. Click to find out more.

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