# Why Soft B2B Advantages Are Reshaping B2B Growth

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Podcast: [C-Suite Sales & Marketing Perspectives](https://stenobird.com/podcast/c-suite-sales-marketing-perspectives-6578818)
Published: 2026-07-23T06:50:00+00:00
Episode link: https://contentstrategies.io/podcasts/
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## Resource

Episode #319: Rebecca Welsher Kaplan, Chief Marketing Officer at Slice Merchant Services, explains why trust, customer obsession, and empowered employees have become the real competitive advantage in modern B2B growth. She explores how AI, personalization, and strong relationships work together to build lasting customer loyalty. The companies that consistently prioritize people alongside technology will earn stronger brands and sustainable growth. "There is never one solution, there is never one channel, and there is no one right way to build a successful marketing campaign or branding practice. It comes down to who you are as a business, who your customers are, and the value proposition you provide at a human level." — Rebecca Welsher Kaplan In this episode, Rebecca shares why sustainable B2B growth depends on balancing technology with human connection. She explains how customer obsession, empowered employees, thoughtful AI adoption, and trusted relationships influence buying decisions long before a prospect evaluates vendors. The discussion offers practical leadership insights for executives focused on long-term brand strength, customer loyalty, and measurable business growth. Follow Rebecca Welsher Kaplan on LinkedIn Follow Steve MacDonald on LinkedIn

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