Episode #302: Bill Taysom, Fractional Chief Marketing Officer at Savvy Strategic Partners, explains why many organizations become dangerously focused on generating more leads while overlooking the trust, credibility, and customer journey required to convert those opportunities into revenue. He shares how buyers make decisions long before entering a CRM, why the dark funnel shapes modern purchasing behavior, and how trust influences every stage of growth. Bill also outlines why companies that balance brand building with lead generation create stronger conversion rates and more sustainable revenue growth.