And by “black hole”, I mean the Recycle Bin.
Here’s the problem with a lot of white papers: companies forget that the white paper must have value to the audience.
Yes, the audience is potential clients, and yes, the white paper’s main purpose is to establish credibility/authority. However, to generate leads, the white paper must offer value, walking the fine line between 25-page sales brochure and educational document. The white paper works best when it gives something of real value to prospects, something they need to know, or can use right now.
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