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How to Be a Successful SDR in DACH

Are you going to be an SDR in DACH? Here’s all you need to know to be successful doing outbound in this region, from someone already doing it.

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Creating Winning GTM Strategies for the UK Market

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Does EU Marketing Compliance Give You the Heebie-Jeebies?

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How to Successfully Run GTM Strategies in France

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12 B2B Marketing Trends and Predictions for 2025

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How to Be a Successful SDR in DACH

Are you going to be an SDR in DACH? Here’s all you need to know to be successful doing outbound in this region, from someone already doing it.

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Buy Phone Database: Direct Phone Lists In The US & EMEA

Discover accurate cell phone number lists in NAM, EMEA, and APAC. Check out the best databases to buy phone lists suited to your needs.

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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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Sales

Creating Winning GTM Strategies for the UK Market

Want to know how to create an effective and successful go-to-market strategy for the UK? Hear from UK GTM expert, Michael Hanson.

15 Best Lead Capture Software for Revenue Teams in 2025

Discover 15 top-rated lead capture software. Compare detailed features, pricing, and authentic user reviews to find your perfect fit.

How to Be a Successful SDR in DACH

Are you going to be an SDR in DACH? Here’s all you need to know to be successful doing outbound in this region, from someone already doing it.

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Demand Generation

Does EU Marketing Compliance Give You the Heebie-Jeebies?

Expanding into new regions can be daunting; there are so many stories of things that have gone wrong. Click to expel your fears of EU compliance!

Content Strategies for Expansion: Creating Regional Content

Translating your website into a new language isn't enough to engage new international audiences. You need dedicated content strategies per region!

How to Successfully Run GTM Strategies in France

Entering new markets is a challenge. But with local knowledge, you get a head start! Read our guide on successfully launching GTM strategies in France.

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Lead Generation

How to Build an Email List: 15 Fresh and Easy Ways

Struggling with your email list building? Click to discover 15 fresh and easy ways to build an effective email list for B2B marketing and sales!

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13 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.

What Are Targeted Leads? 10 Strategies and Steps for 2024

What Are Targeted Leads? 10 Strategies and Steps for 2025

What are targeted leads? Click for the definition as well as an actionable guide brimming with strategies and steps for B2B sales lead generation.

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Ilse Van Rensburg

SEO & Content Manager

Ilse is a versatile professional with a rich creative writing and marketing background. With seven years of experience in the B2B industry, she dedicates herself to empowering sales and marketing teams with tactical tips and strategies for revenue generation.

Ilse has authored several young-adult novels, a testament to her creative flair. She combines this creativity with her expertise in digital marketing, using storytelling techniques to drive impactful content strategies.

An avid learner and self-proclaimed “verbivore,” she thrives on challenges and continuously seeks opportunities to innovate and excel in her field.

Expertise

B2B marketing
B2B sales
B2B data
Compliance

Education

University of South Africa: BA Languages and Literature
Trifocus Fitness Academy: Certification, Pilates & Sports Nutrition (CATHSSETA accredited and REPSSA endorsed)
Inscape Design College: Certification, Interior Decorating

B2B Data for International Expansion: The Secret to Growth

Learn how to use data to scale your B2B business globally with this guide from Cognism. Click for strategies that use data for international expansion.

12 Best Dealfront Alternatives and Competitors for 2025

Looking for Dealfront alternatives? Compare pricing, features and reviews of the top competitors this year. Click to see the list!

How to Build an Email List: 15 Fresh and Easy Ways

Struggling with your email list building? Click to discover 15 fresh and easy ways to build an effective email list for B2B marketing and sales!

Creating a Winning Sales Prospecting List: Tips + Template

Want to generate more leads that convert? Start by building a sales prospecting list. Discover how with our step-by-step guide & free downloadable template

What Are Targeted Leads? 10 Strategies and Steps for 2025

What are targeted leads? Click for the definition as well as an actionable guide brimming with strategies and steps for B2B sales lead generation.

Is Buying Email Lists Worth It?

Is buying email lists worth it? Click to find out the pros and cons of buying email lists and see a list of more ethical options (paid & free).

11 Top Lusha Alternatives and Competitors

Looking for a Lusha alternative? Compare pricing, features and reviews of the top alternatives available now. Click to see the list!

Data Hygiene Checklist: Ensure Your Data is Clean & Reliable

Tired of dirty data wrecking your pipeline? We’ve got the solution. Ensure your team always has fresh, quality B2B data with these data hygiene steps & tips!

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.