Demand Generation

How to Build Successful GTM Strategies for the DACH Market

Thinking of expanding into DACH? Read this first! Learn from a GTM expert already operating in this region so you can avoid making common mistakes.

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GTM AI: How Cognism Uses AI to Accelerate Go-to-market Motions

B2B Data

Cognism's Guide to B2B Data Privacy in 2025

Marketing

12 B2B Marketing Trends and Predictions for 2025

Sales

How to Generate Leads on LinkedIn: 2025 Ultimate Guide

Cold Calling

Sick of Hearing “No”? Try These 20 Sales Objection Busters!

Don't let sales objections keep you from closing a deal. Click for 20 examples of common objections and responses for how to overcome them.

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45+ Key B2B Cold Calling Statistics [2025]

Learn the latest trends and insights from cold-calling statistics. We’ve updated the list with fresh stats from our annual State of Cold Calling Report.

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Outbound Cold Calling: What It is and How to Do It Right

Want to know how to master the action that most salespeople dread? Click to learn how to do outbound cold calling right for unbelievable sales success!

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Sales

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Social Selling Tools: 12 Best Platforms for B2B Sales

Take social selling to a new level with the best tools and platforms available! Click to see the best tools to captivate prospects & increase sales.

Using Generative AI for Sales: Steps for Effective Workflows

Looking to integrate AI into your sales process? Read this guide on how to use AI in sales & start implementing workflows that transform the way you sell.

Mollie Improves Connect Rates by 80% With Cognism

Payments processor Mollie uses Cognism to outreach with confidence. We spoke to MD Dave Smallwood to find out how Mollie drives pipeline with Cognism.

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Demand Generation

Marketing Experimentation: Unique Insights from Cognism’s CMO

Cognism’s CMO shares her unique insights on marketing experimentation. Learn how to optimise your strategies with proven, innovative techniques.

How to Build Successful GTM Strategies for the DACH Market

Thinking of expanding into DACH? Read this first! Learn from a GTM expert already operating in this region so you can avoid making common mistakes.

GTM AI: How Cognism Uses AI to Accelerate Go-to-market Motions

How are GTM teams implementing AI? Click to read how our marketing, sales and RevOps teams are using AI in their daily workflows.

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Lead Generation

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How to Generate Leads in Sales: 12 Quick Ways

Learn how to generate more leads for your business in 12 proven ways. We’re including expert tips to increase conversions & get more satisfied customers!

15+ Best B2B Leads Database Providers to Try in 2024

15+ Best B2B Leads Database Providers to Try in 2025

In need of a reliable B2B leads database? Look no further! Discover the best providers to help you generate high-quality leads and drive sales this year.

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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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

The Best B2B Email List Providers for 2025

What B2B email list provider is right for your business? Click to compare the best on the market. Includes updated feature comparisons, pricing and more.

15 Best Seamless.AI Competitors and Alternatives for 2025

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

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!

12 Leading RocketReach Alternatives and Competitors for 2025

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

16 Top SalesIntel Competitors and Alternatives for 2025

Looking for SalesIntel competitors? Compare pricing, features and reviews of the best alternatives available right now. Click to see the list!

Who is better than ZoomInfo? 15 Alternatives Compared!

ZoomInfo competitors—how do you choose which one is best for your business? Click for a comparison of the best alternatives, including pricing and more.

B2B Lead Generation Software: 30 Best Paid and Free Tools

Stop wasting time manually generating leads. We’ve curated a list of the best lead-generation tools to help you find, segment, nurture & convert B2B leads.

The Ultimate B2B Marketing Tech Stack Used by Cognism

Alice de Courcy, Cognism CMO, has curated a list of the very best martech tools available right now. Click to see the ultimate B2B marketing tech stack.

Email Leads: 5 Ways to Get Them for B2B Business

Looking for email leads? Click for five easy ways to find and get them for B2B business, plus answers to frequently asked questions.