SmartBrief - Marketing

JULY 11, 2023

Association of National Advertisers offers insights into the popularity of the app and notes authenticity is the biggest draw amongst Generation Z. When PepsiCo discontinued Sierra Mist and launched Starry , the marketing team decided to target a younger audience with a more vibrant campaign that would resonate with Generation Z.

Social Media Marketing 52

Social Media Marketing Gen Z Customer loyalty User-Generated 52

Neil Patel

SEPTEMBER 29, 2020

Social media marketing is essential for any business. billion social media users worldwide and, for most of us, social media is part of our everyday lives. What this means is, if you want to reach your target audience, social media is the place to do so. There are now 3.8

Social Media Marketing 143

Social Media Marketing Real Estate Gen Z B2C 143

Hootsuite

MARCH 11, 2020

They’re also a prime market due to their high-purchasing power and early-career status. Also, it’s worth noting that Gen Z is still a few years out before they need to be targeted on LinkedIn—so put away all your Fortnite memes and TikTok lip-syncing videos (for now at least). LinkedIn is a great place to network and find jobs.

Social Media Marketing 138

Social Media Marketing Gen Z User-Generated Education 138

Hubspot Marketing

MARCH 20, 2023

Image Source How Marketers Measure Up According to our 2023 Social Media Marketing Report , 36% of marketers already share funny content on social media. Gen Z is the only generation with a different first preference, which is learning about a product and its features through social media.

Gen Z 145

Gen Z Millennials User-Generated Social Media Marketing 145

Businesses Grow

APRIL 17, 2023

This raised many grave security concerns, but there’s also a vital lesson here about the future of social media marketing and social listening platforms. The Rise of Discord The first lesson about the future of social listening is that this leak occurred on Discord … and it was undetected there.

Gen Z 86

Gen Z Social Media Marketing User-Generated Education 86

Hubspot Marketing

MARCH 8, 2024

Table of Contents General Ecommerce Statistics Social Media Ecommerce Statistics Ecommerce Growth Statistics Consumer Behavior and Demographics Ecommerce Statistics B2B Ecommerce Statistics B2C Ecommerce Statistics Mobile Ecommerce Statistics General Ecommerce Statistics The average number of products bought per online order is 4.95.

eCommerce 93

eCommerce Gen Z B2C Shoppers 93

Spiralytics

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

Marketers must delve deep into the intricacies of the Gen Alpha mindset to effectively engage with this emerging demographic. What is Generation Alpha? Generation Alpha is the cohort born from 2010 to 2025 , succeeding Generation Z. Marketers must tailor their strategies to reach this emerging audience.

Gen Z 52

Gen Z Millennials Health Transform 52

Hubspot Marketing

MAY 8, 2023

Embracing Emerging Marketing Opportunities F rom AI to social media, marketing is always evolving, with new apps and features popping up constantly. For example, embracing BeReal , a new social media platform popular among Gen Z, can make a splash with that demographic in a space brands haven’t yet saturated.

Gen Z 122

Gen Z Millennials Marketing Marketers 122

Hubspot Marketing

SEPTEMBER 16, 2022

Wondering where social media is headed in the next few years? Here are our guesses based on recent Gen-Z data and new features from the most popular social media platforms. Search on Social Media Instead of Engines. And data shows Gen-Z is doing the same.

Gen Z 139

Gen Z Product Place Social Media Marketing 139

Hubspot Marketing

OCTOBER 11, 2023

Instagram was the first social media app available on iOS, and it was the first mobile-only platform and the second visual-first platform. Social media marketers in 2023 say Instagram has the highest ROI and engagement of all other apps. Our Consumer Trends Report shows that 73% of Gen Z currently use TikTok.

Gen Z 123

Gen Z User-Generated Transform Social Media Marketing 123

Buffer Marketing

APRIL 4, 2024

  Here's why building a TikTok presence should be on the radar of B2B businesses: Reach a younger, decision-making audience As younger generations move into decision-making roles within companies and become B2B buyers (the oldest of Gen Z is turning 27 this year), B2B brands must meet them where they are. 

Gen Z 85

Gen Z User-Generated Entertainment Millennials 85

TechWyse

JUNE 26, 2023

In fact, this June, we saw a number of live concerts, food festivals, exhibitions and performances taking place. In one of their latest blogs, Social Media Today shares a quick rundown of the tips Meta shares to boost ad campaign performance. But there are also many other ways to have a fun time without getting drenched.

Gen Z 40

Gen Z User-Generated Promotion Food 40

Hubspot Marketing

AUGUST 15, 2022

That’s the bold claim we made after running our survey of 500+ Instagram marketers earlier this year -- but Instagram recently announced a big change confirming our theory. In July, Instagram revealed that the app will let shoppers place and track orders directly in their DMs. What Instagram's DM Shopping Feature Looks Like.

Gen Z 97

Gen Z Millennials Shoppers Retail 97

Hootsuite

JUNE 28, 2023

Dark social reaches new audiences Every day it seems there’s a new study talking about Gen Z scrolling social media behind their closed, sleeping eyelids. I jest, but in reality, 54% of Gen Zers spend 4 or more hours a day on social media compared to only 28% of all American adults.

Gen Z 120

Gen Z Analytics Social Media Marketing Law 120

Lynton Web

JANUARY 29, 2024

Fifty-six percent of marketers plan to increase their investment in TikTok this year, which is the most out of all the social platforms. With social media being the No. Marketing Trend 3: Social Media for E-Commerce Related to short-form video marketing is the increased use of social media for e-commerce.

Market Trends 59

Market Trends Gen Z Millennials Marketing 59

Marketing Insider Group

APRIL 17, 2023

Why Mass Marketing Will Not Work On Gen Z By Auntoinette Siu It comes as a surprise that as each generation evolves, so do their marketing preferences. Gen Z is rejecting mainstream media and quickly soaking up niche content – a stark shift from consumer preferences of the past.

Gen Z 134

Gen Z Content Marketing Marketing Marketers 134

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. adults are on TikTok, but this shoots up to 62% when we look at Gen Z.

Gen Z 115

Gen Z Entertainment Education Social Media Marketing 115

Hubspot Marketing

NOVEMBER 1, 2022

According to HubSpot Blog Research, TikTok is the number one platform marketers are increasing their investments in for 2022. They saw it as a platform for Gen-Z to make short, funny videos. Today, marketers say it’s the fourth most effective social media platform behind Instagram, FB, and YouTube.

B2C 118

B2C Gen Z Marketing Marketers 118

Hubspot Marketing

MAY 16, 2023

Professional Uses If you’re a small business, like a restaurant, a platform like Facebook could be a great place to start your social strategy. Here’s an example of Facebook’s newsfeed: For those who want to dabble in video or graphics, these platforms could be a great place to test this new content.

Gen Z 145

Gen Z User-Generated Social Media Marketing Promotion 145

Hootsuite

JULY 11, 2022

So if your brand targets Gen Z audiences, Snapchat should definitely be on your radar. 54% of Gen Z snappers use the app weekly. In this case, Gen Z refers to folks aged 12 to 17. Snapchat age demographics. 39% of Snapchat’s advertising audience is between the ages of 18 and 24. Source: Digital 2022.

Gen Z 103

Gen Z User-Generated Advertising Advertisers 103

Hootsuite

OCTOBER 19, 2022

In case you haven’t noticed, TikTok is no longer just a place to learn trending dances or keep up with Gen Z. In fact, the addictive video platform has carved out a whole new niche in the social selling market. So this begs the question: is TikTok the new (social media) Amazon? fulfillment centers.

eCommerce 92

eCommerce Gen Z User-Generated Retail 92

Hubspot Marketing

DECEMBER 26, 2023

They’re ranked by effectiveness for 2023 based on statistics from our most recent survey of over 1,200 marketing professionals. Because those statistics point so clearly to the growing shift toward social media marketing, we’ll also share data and tips on leveraging the top four social media channels for lead generation.

Gen Z 103

Gen Z Direct Mail User-Generated Millennials 103

Econsultancy

DECEMBER 6, 2021

This figure is up from an average 2 billion searches per month in 2016 – or a 150% increase –  according to Social Media Today. However, more and more users are becoming cynical about the way in which content is served to them on social platforms. Global social media ad spend was up 50.3%

Social Media Marketing 54

Social Media Marketing Millennials Gen Z Advertising 54

Calvyn Lee Blog

JANUARY 28, 2023

Still, as it continued to attract users and became the de facto search engine of Gen-Z, TikTok spent the last year strategically courting advertisers with new tools and integrations. Barring any huge hiccups, by the end of 2023, the platform’s relationship with marketers will have hit a new groove.

Market Trends 130

Market Trends Gen Z Marketing Marketers 130

Hubspot Marketing

JANUARY 31, 2023

And if so, what does this mean for your social media marketing? What does it mean when a social media platform "dies?" Unsurprisingly, a high concentration of Instagram's audience belongs to Millennials, even securing first place as their favorite social media app last year ( Gen Z agreed ).

Gen Z 119

Gen Z Millennials User-Generated Shipping 119

Hootsuite

OCTOBER 25, 2021

According to McKinsey, consumers — and especially Gen Z — value authenticity above all. How can you take advantage of the latest social media boom of more people and more money to go around online? Here’s your roadmap to social success (for your business, anyway). Step 1: Create a social media marketing strategy.

Promotion 142

Promotion Gen Z Social Media Marketing Fashion 142

Buffer Marketing

JANUARY 22, 2024

So, in this article, join me in exploring five themes for social media in 2024 through the lens of industry experts, unraveling their predictions and the reasons behind them. A new frontier for influencers and brands on LinkedIn LinkedIn hasn’t been the place to go “just to get a job” in a long time.

Gen Z 117

Gen Z Entertainment Transform User-Generated 117

Buffer Marketing

JANUARY 22, 2024

So, in this article, join me in exploring five themes for social media in 2024 through the lens of industry experts, unraveling their predictions and the reasons behind them. A new frontier for influencers and brands on LinkedIn LinkedIn hasn’t been the place to go “just to get a job” in a long time.

Gen Z 111

Gen Z Entertainment Transform User-Generated 111

Hubspot Marketing

DECEMBER 11, 2023

Threads users tend to be younger and more educated , though X is growing its Gen Z segment thanks to its new creator features. However, there’s a spread across economic and political spectrums, making it an exciting place for debate. Disadvantages of X Lack of Moderation X touts itself as a place for freedom of speech.

Gen Z 96

Gen Z Branding Advertising Advertisers 96

Neil Patel

MARCH 22, 2021

What’s more, it’s challenging to generate income from a platform with over 25 million brand accounts to compete with. By making social media marketing more personal again, which is where Instagram’s “Live Room” feature comes in. For instance, some demographics, like Gen Z , are more responsive to social media marketing.

Gen Z 133

Gen Z Branding User-Generated Social Media Marketing 133

Hubspot Marketing

MARCH 14, 2023

According to HubSpot research , 77% of social media marketers say their marketing specialty has been somewhat to very effective for their company this year. billion worldwide users , social media is a force to be reckoned with. Paid social media advertising can help your business generate more leads.

Gen Z 110

Gen Z User-Generated Social Media Marketing Millennials 110

Hubspot Marketing

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

This aligns with a finding in our most recent Social Media Marketing Report, in which 59% of marketers say videos with authentic, behind-the-scenes content yield the best results on social media. A recent study found that 71% of Gen Z consumers will stay loyal to brands they trust.

Gen Z 97

Gen Z Entertainment Education Social Media Marketing 97

Buffer Marketing

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

Adolescent Content’s Storyteller Community Best for: Artists and UGC content creators Cost: $0 Adolescent Content is a creative consultancy and content studio focusing on Gen Z. ” According to members, it’s also a great place to find UCG ( user-generated content ) opportunities.

Gen Z 93

Gen Z Branding Influencer Marketing Fashion 93

Digital Marketer

SEPTEMBER 6, 2022

Tiktok users are primarily youngsters, Gen Z, and a sizable number of Millenials here, too, like me. However, some baby boomers are finding a place in the video-making app. Tiktok undoubtedly is one of the widely used social media apps for both the millennials and Gen Z, thanks to its accessible video editing offerings.

Gen Z 80

Gen Z Millennials Entertainment User-Generated 80

Hubspot Marketing

APRIL 25, 2022

However, in 2022, brands are still struggling to find their place on TikTok. Through our own surveys, we found that 65% of social media marketers who leverage TikTok plan on increasing their investment in 2022. In 2022, InVideo reported 50% of top brands do not have a presence on TikTok.

Gen Z 110

Gen Z Influencer Marketing Social Media Marketing Finance 110

Hootsuite

AUGUST 30, 2022

How do you adjust your marketing strategy to include Gen Z without turning away your existing audience, or worse, looking like you’re trying too hard? Here’s what you need to know about Gen Z to effectively market to this savvy, smart, and social-first generation. General Gen Z stats.

Gen Z 102

Gen Z Millennials User-Generated Marketing 102

Scoop.it!

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

Using this data, marketers can create more targeted and effective digital marketing efforts catering to each segment. Take social buying, for example. Businesses targeting Gen Z consumers (leaders in social buying) have to invest massively in social media marketing, especially in TikTok and Instagram.

Digital Marketing 83

Digital Marketing Gen Z Manufacturing Customer Journey 83