ZoomInfo | Marc

A salesperson is on a discovery call with a potential client when a ZoomInfo alert appears on his screen. The notification reveals that the client recently discussed “tech stack overlaps” and “cost reductions” during an earnings call.

Using this insight, the salesperson instantly changes his pitch to focus on those exact challenges. Moments later, an office leaderboard updates and moves him into the number one sales position.

The ad positions ZoomInfo as the platform that turns business data into real-time sales intelligence.

The Formula (That Works at Any Budget)

Painful truth = Sales teams are often guessing

The ad highlights how difficult it is to close deals without understanding what a prospect actually cares about.

Instead of relying on generic pitches, the salesperson uses live company insights to guide the conversation.

→ Lesson: Show how your product removes uncertainty and helps customers make smarter decisions faster.

Real-time payoff = Instant leaderboard jump

The ad visualizes success with a live sales leaderboard update.

This creates a direct link between using ZoomInfo and winning more business.

→ Lesson: Use simple visual proof to show the impact of your product immediately.

Single punchline = “Business data is now intelligent”

The message is not just about having information.

It is about turning data into actionable insight that helps sales teams respond in real time.

→ Lesson: Focus on the transformation your product creates, not just the feature itself.

Humor Breakdown

The humor is subtle and situational.

The fun comes from watching the salesperson instantly pivot his tone after receiving the ZoomInfo alert. He suddenly sounds perfectly informed, almost like he can read the prospect’s mind.

It creates a satisfying “sales superpower” moment.

→ Lesson: Show how your product makes the customer look smarter, faster, or more prepared.

Final Verdict

ZoomInfo keeps the message simple and focused.

Instead of explaining dashboards or features, the ad shows a real sales moment where better information directly leads to better results.

The fast pacing, leaderboard visual, and real-time intelligence make the platform feel essential for competitive sales teams.

BRAVE-o-meter Score:

B-7 | R-9 | A-7 | V-6 | E-9
BRAVE – 7.6/10

Watch the full ad & learn more:

Website: ZoomInfo
LinkedIn: ZoomInfo on LinkedIn

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Understanding the B.R.A.V.E. Scoring System

The B.R.A.V.E. scoring system uses AI to deliver an unbiased evaluation of top-of-the-funnel B2B brand ads. It measures potential impact, memorability, and effectiveness by assessing five key components of a video ad or commercial. This system gauges an ad's capacity to drive brand recall and enhance salience, ensuring that creative work not only captures attention but also leaves a lasting impression.

What B.R.A.V.E. Stands For:

Each letter represents a key factor in determining an ad’s success:

  • BBoldness: Is the ad original, creative, or daring? Does it break away from generic B2B marketing, or is it just another forgettable corporate video?
  • RRelevance: Does it connect with a real buyer pain point? Is it addressing a specific frustration or need, or just listing product features?
  • AAttention: Does it grab and hold attention in the first few seconds? Is it visually or tonally engaging, or easy to skip?
  • VVibe: Does it create an emotional response—laughter, recognition, or surprise? Or does it feel like just another corporate info dump?
  • EEffectiveness: Will buyers remember the brand when they need a solution? Does the ad make an impact that lasts beyond the moment?

How It’s Applied to B2B Video Rating

Each video is scored 1 to 10 in all five categories, based on how well it meets the criteria. The total score (out of 50) is then divided by 5 to give a final B.R.A.V.E. score out of 10.

For example:

  • An ad scoring B-8 | R-9 | A-7 | V-6 | E-8 has a total of 38/50.
  • The final B.R.A.V.E. score is 7.6/10.

Why It Matters

B2B ads often struggle with being bland, forgettable, or ineffective. The B.R.A.V.E. system ensures they are judged by their ability to break through, connect with buyers, and drive action.

Simply put: If your ad isn’t B.R.A.V.E., it’s invisible.

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