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What is Reddit, and Should Your Brand Be Using It?

Hootsuite

That growth, combined with 40% of Gen Z searching social platforms for info instead of Google, makes Reddit a unique opportunity for brands. Market research. Obviously a few comments won’t revolutionize your product strategy, which is why Reddit shouldn’t be your sole source of market research. Host an AMA.

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7 Proven Social Media Promotion Ideas That Don’t Suck

Hootsuite

According to McKinsey, consumers — and especially Gen Z — value authenticity above all. Step 1: Create a social media marketing strategy. You need a plan, man. Crafting a social media marketing plan doesn’t need to be complicated. At minimum, your plan should include: A list of measurable goals.

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The HubSpot Blog’s 2022 Content & Media Planning Report [Data]

Hubspot Marketing

And, if anything, 2020 and 2021 taught marketing teams how important content planning and re-planning is. Media and Content Planning Strategies. The Most Effective Media Planning Strategies. As you move forward in planning, you'll want to consider a mix of them rather than just running with one or two tactics.

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How To Develop Buyer Personas: A Crash Course

Pam Didner

For example, what matters to a Gen Z male living in an urban environment will likely differ immensely from a female Baby Boomer living in a rural area. I often find that if headquarters and geographies can’t agree on the target audience, it’s almost impossible to move on to the next level of planning and execution.

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5 Challenges Marketers Face in Understanding Audiences [New Data + Market Researcher Tips]

Hubspot Marketing

Knowing exactly who you're making content for is a foundational understanding marketers need. Marketers can conduct more thorough market research to gather data on their target audience to gain a more concise understanding. They can use this data to create buyer personas and plan content for your ideal customer.

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300+ Digital Marketing Stats to Drive Your Marketing Strategy

Marketing Insider Group

(Insider Intelligence) 61% of marketers consider AI a crucial component of their data strategy. DemandSage) Image Source: Bloggers Passion 88% of marketers plan to increase or maintain their investment in SEO. Hubspot) 75% of marketers recognize SEO as their most effective content strategy. million by the end of 2024.

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How to Work With Influencers: Everything You Need to Know

SocialPilot

These shades are more than eyewear; they’re a game-changer for Gen Z. Ray-Ban collaborated with various social media influencers to showcase these sunglasses, reaching a wider audience and connecting with the younger generation. Your brand values are the North Star guiding your marketing ship.