Businesses Grow

MAY 15, 2023

I recently had an exchange with a friend who described a person who seemed to be doing everything right with his personal brand but had no progress with monetization. It made me reflect on the pitfalls of personal branding. Under what circumstances will even an excellent personal branding effort fail? There is just no shortcut.

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Econsultancy

JUNE 1, 2022

As Accenture states in its ‘ Future of Shopping ‘ report: “Rather than a handful of big retailers and brands selling to mass markets of millions, we’re now seeing millions of individuals and smaller businesses selling to one another within a vast social commerce ecosystem.” So, which brands are doing it?

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Buffer Marketing

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

  As content creation continues to blossom into a viable, lucrative career path, so too do the networks of support that can help you level up — whether you’re an influencer, personal brand builder , or just looking to get your work out into the world.

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Search Engine Land

MAY 30, 2023

For as long as I’ve worked in SEO , I have been asked the same question by brands and businesses, big and small: Why should I use YouTube ? Sadly, for many businesses, YouTube is just a place to host their videos. And it’s a huge missed opportunity in terms of video ROI, brand awareness, traffic and audience growth.

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Hubspot Marketing

AUGUST 8, 2022

But it's not just an entertainment hub — it's a powerful marketing tool. If you're looking for the best place to host your long-form videos — like product demos, Q&As, behind-the-scenes content, and more – YouTube may fit the bill. TikTok also falls into third place for ROI , closely trailing YouTube and Instagram.

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Sprout Social

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

In marketing, brand awareness is a significant focus—in fact, it’s likely one of your main goals. In this article, learn how to build your own customer marketing strategy, how it creates customer trust and see some stellar customer marketing examples from brands who are getting it right. This is where customer marketing comes in.

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SmartBrief - Marketing

OCTOBER 3, 2023

This strategy – which can be applied in brand partnerships – has come to the forefront because producers are able to leverage the popularity of separate franchises to create buzz and attract a wider audience. Godzilla ” is another recent example of a partnership between entertainment franchises.

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Search Engine Land

APRIL 23, 2024

TikTok is no longer just an entertainment platform – it has rapidly evolved into a powerful search engine, particularly for the younger generation. With a staggering 74% of Gen Z using TikTok as their go-to search platform in 2024, brands can no longer afford to ignore it. Dig deeper: Is TikTok a search engine?

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Hubspot Marketing

JUNE 29, 2022

One of the main things we've learned during the COVID-19 pandemic in regards to how people consume content is that they want to be entertained in different ways. If your brand doesn't give consumers this option, then you're missing out on a big fraction of your audience — that's where the powerful tool of video comes into play.

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Marketing Insider Group

MAY 20, 2020

What brands give is, in many. Nowhere is this more evident in marketing and business than with the phenomena of meaningful brands. When brands operate from a meaningful place and present a purpose-driven message, people react in a. These meaningful brands outperform others by over 200 percent! positive way.

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Jeff Bullas

JANUARY 16, 2023

Brands, wannabe influencers, and mommy bloggers are all riding the wave of video obsession that has infected society. Views are a key component to growing a brand and reputation on YouTube. Create entertaining or informative content. This allows you to optimize the thumbnail with text, relevant graphics, and on-brand colors.

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Sprout Social

JUNE 27, 2022

This new opportunity has revolutionized how B2C brands interact with their customers. Quite a few brands are trying to answer that question for themselves. With more than one billion active monthly users, buyers of all kinds are flocking to TikTok for inspiration, entertainment, education and more. corporatenatalie. #ad

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illumin

APRIL 9, 2024

You often hear brands tout the importance of short, targeted ads. Marketers should place ads alongside relevant content, taking advantage of contextual targeting principles. TV-style commercials work because they entertain and engage. This ad is also funny, tells a story, entertains the viewer, and builds lasting engagement.

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Hubspot Marketing

OCTOBER 20, 2022

However, when it comes to your brand or business blog, renaming your blog doesn't have to be. From the start, you can choose a blog name that stands the test of time, and the various iterations of your brand's life-cycle. Outgrowing a brand, or at least a brand name, is common. Think about your message.

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Sprout Social

JANUARY 19, 2023

According to a Sprout survey of 300 marketers responsible for their brands social media strategy, 64% cite data, privacy and brand safety as concerns within the metaverse. And with metaverse investments surpassing $120 billion dollars in early 2022—more than double the investment in 2021—brands can’t afford to avoid resolution.

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Marketing Insider Group

MARCH 29, 2023

Did you know that brand storytelling can have the same effect? When brands use content marketing to tell compelling stories, they can make us forget that it’s marketing at all. Instead, what we see and feel is the meaning and mission behind what brands do. Consumers want to buy from brands whose values align with their own.

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Marketing Insider Group

MARCH 24, 2021

When you humanize your brand with authentic content, you can build the kind of trust that makes your company the go-to authority in its field. Gone are the days when a catchy commercial was all a brand needed to win a consumer’s business. Your brand doesn’t need a David Ogilvy or Phyllis Robinson to give it a human touch.

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Hubspot Marketing

MAY 1, 2023

Why Consumers Use (& Love) Social Media Before asking social media users what the heck they're doing on social media all day, we asked them to choose the top three reasons they log on in the first place. YouTube users seek out entertainment, education, and inspirational content. Just about one in three U.S.

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Marketing Insider Group

JUNE 23, 2021

However, more and more often, internet users are turning to video for entertainment, new information, and engagement with brands. That is why having a successful video production strategy is so important in your brand storytelling. A good video marketing campaign can bring attention to your brand and traffic to your site.

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Econsultancy

APRIL 25, 2022

For brands, tighter budgets could have an impact on customer loyalty. And with Covid already shaking up how consumers shop, we could see a further change in buying behaviour, with brands potentially losing long-standing customers as a result. So, how can brands combat this issue, and what can they do to retain customers?

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Marketing Insider Group

SEPTEMBER 29, 2020

Some of the best blogs use content ideas only loosely related to their niche to reach a wider audience and be more entertaining. By tuning into trending topics including turmeric lattes and CBD beauty products, the blog turns out entertaining and informative content with a high shareability factor. SPARK by ADP. Four Seasons Magazine.

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Sprout Social

NOVEMBER 17, 2022

With the ability to publish longer videos and consumers’ love of short form video, there’s a lot of Reel-estate for brands to get creative and boost their engagement. Instagram Reel ideas for fashion and retail brands. Push creative boundaries for your brand with these ideas: 1. Promote hot in-store items.

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Martech

MARCH 27, 2024

The video game industry has known this for years, but some brands are still learning how to connect with these very engaged consumers. who identify as gamers, according to Entertainment Software America (ESA). Brand safety. Gaming advertisers are overwhelmingly confident in brand safety. Why we care. Strength in numbers.

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Search Engine Land

JANUARY 18, 2024

While we know these numbers will change over time as Google continues to experiment and analyze user interactions, it’s helpful to understand which industries are more likely to be impacted now so brands can start thinking about new and more complex ways to target, influence and win with searchers in AI-driven experiences.

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Hootsuite

NOVEMBER 28, 2022

That growth, combined with 40% of Gen Z searching social platforms for info instead of Google, makes Reddit a unique opportunity for brands. But Reddit isn’t the best place for every company. For entertainment via memes, humor subreddits, or to discuss TV or movies. This can either be branded with your name or be topic-based.

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Hubspot Marketing

APRIL 2, 2019

That’s why they create a brand. From the language in their Instagram caption to the color palette on their latest billboard to the material used in their packaging, companies who create strong brands know that their brand needs to live everywhere. These brands are known, loved, and chosen out of a long lineup of options.

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Hootsuite

JULY 12, 2022

And all that strategy got us thinking about the relationship between social and brand identity. Classic marketing wisdom used to say the brands we love earn our trust with an amazing product experience and consistent, emotionally resonant messaging. Social-first brands like us are taking it one step further. hot dog combo.

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Marketing Insider Group

JUNE 22, 2020

Always-on content marketing is the only way to build new relationships for a brand. Entertainment entered the picture in the ’50s and ’60s when the Rat Pack burst onto the scene – but family-friendly entertainment? Always on content marketing works ever better, especially when trying to grow your brand.

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Sprout Social

NOVEMBER 28, 2022

Stories are one of the best places to promote limited-time discounts. Chicago brand Lost Girls Vintage created a countdown to promote their holiday dress shop—especially enticing for a company with exclusive, limited vintage stock where you have to shop fast. We love this behind the scenes photoshoot by clothing brand Alice and Wonder.

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Hootsuite

MARCH 2, 2022

Let’s talk about why it’s important to understand social media marketing for retail brands. Those people are engaging with retail brands on social. Nearly a quarter ( 23% ) of social media users follow a brand or company they already purchase from. follow companies and brands they’re thinking of purchasing from.

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Hootsuite

NOVEMBER 2, 2022

Pro: It’s great marketing for your brand. Read on to find marketing advice for creating successful (and con-free) sponsored content for your brand. Read on to find marketing advice for creating successful (and con-free) sponsored content for your brand. Expectations can fluctuate from creator to creator and from brand to brand.

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Hubspot Marketing

JANUARY 29, 2019

Instead, it was what attracted most marketers to the industry in the first place -- "storytelling". What is a brand story? A brand story recounts the series of events that sparked your company’s inception and expresses how that narrative still drives your mission today. How to Write a Brand Story.

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Hubspot Marketing

APRIL 18, 2022

A 404 occurs when a user requests a page on your website that doesn’t exist, thus throwing a 404 error page prompting users to return to the right place. Over the years, websites have found different ways to inform visitors of a 404 error and channel them back to the right place, some simply, some creatively, and some hilariously.

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Econsultancy

MARCH 18, 2022

According to AnyRoad, 81% of brands say their event and experiential budgets will “match or exceed” pre-pandemic levels in 2022. This could create opportunity for new brand experiences, with the fashion industry in particular already taking advantage. But post-pandemic, is experiential strategy the same?

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Businesses Grow

APRIL 15, 2024

In my Personal Branding Master Class , I show a slide depicting my personal income attributed to “being known.” Brand marketing is about building an emotional connection that differentiates you from the competition. I come alive on a stage because I can teach and entertain, and I’m really good at it.

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Sprout Social

APRIL 7, 2020

So we’re left wondering what is appropriate to share on social media, how businesses can contribute to the conversation and what this means for brands moving forward. Brands and celebrities are changing how they respond. The conversation sentiment in March hit a high of 50% positive. Consumers embrace the stay-at-home lifestyle.

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Hubspot Marketing

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

In 2022, the average daily time spent on social media declined globally leading to a drop in organic reach for brands and creators. As if that weren’t challenging enough for brands, both TikTok and Meta are testing ad-free subscriptions to eliminate ads for some users altogether. They’re just using it less, and engaging differently.

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