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When UGC Goes Wrong: How Smart Brands React to Controversy [Expert Interviews]

Hubspot Marketing

And no marketer gets punched in the mouth quite as often as those who deal with user-generated content. Even when users are trying to promote your brand, these posts can be damaging. But, here are a few takeaways we've gathered from brands who successfully navigated these scenarios: Prep a crisis communication plan.

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How to close the communication gap between executives and social teams

Sprout Social

Ive watched it evolve from a place where users poked their friends and posted #TBT photos to a connective tissue that drives international culture. Here are the three steps we took to surface insights that mattered to our CMO, board members and even our own product team, and actionable steps you can use to break down communication barriers.

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AI-powered martech news and releases: October 24

Martech

This platform lets users manage multiple content projects, create web pages and blog posts, and generate large amounts of content. Additionally, AI Video Transcription automatically generates transcripts that are stored with the video. Elai lets users quickly create engaging video content for learning purposes.

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What is generative engine optimization (GEO)?

Search Engine Land

Generative engine optimization (GEO) is the latest major development revolutionizing the way people search and interact with information online. How generative AI/answer engines work. GEO positions your brand to appear in AI-generated results when users search for queries related to your products, services or areas of expertise.

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5 Marketing Plugins for WordPress We Continue to Love

Marketing Insider Group

Marketing plugins are essential for any WordPress site, empowering users to quickly streamline and enhance their online marketing efforts. The result is better site performance and an easier time generating leads. A well-designed site can significantly enhance user experience, improve engagement, and drive conversions.

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Holistic Marketing Works — Here's How You Can Apply It to Your Campaigns [+ Expert Tips]

Hubspot Marketing

Integrated marketing that uses many channels and creative outlets to communicate your value proposition. The uniform brand presence a la Apple can help you generate more revenue. With this approach, marketing can communicate with sales, take ownership, and get things done. “In Always be communicating.

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From third-party cookies to zero-party data: The new rules of email engagement

Hubspot Marketing

And what better channel to invest in privacy-first communication than email? A channel where users opt in to get personalized customer experiences. Building Trust With phishing attempts on the rise, users worry about where their sensitive information ends up. But your audience chooses to share zero-party data. A better approach?