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Millennials vs. Gen Z: Why Marketers Need to Know the Difference

Hubspot Marketing

In recent years, there's been a common misconception that Gen Z and millennials are essentially the same. When companies discuss reaching younger audiences, many often lump Gen Z and millennials into the same group and create one campaign strategy that they believe fits both groups.

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Our Favorite Marketing Campaigns of 2023

Hubspot Marketing

Some of the highlights include: Ken’s Malibu Dreamhouse that was listed on Airbnb Barbie-themed co-branded products with brands like Crocks, XBOX, BEIS, and Homesick Candles An experiential Barbie-themed boat cruise in Boston The Barbie meme generator However, Warner Bros. The cover featured her set in a pink futuristic city.

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How to reach younger consumers: 9 legacy brands adapting for new audiences

Sprout Social

For any business to be successful long-term, they need to be able to evolve to meet the needs and expectations of the next generation. Even legacy brands that once catered to older generations have to pivot and address the younger generations who will eventually age into their target audience.

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If Gen Z Changed the Game for Marketers, What Will Gen Alpha Be Like?

Hubspot Marketing

However, there's a new generation that is expected to change the marketing landscape even more: Gen Alpha. This generation is the first to be born entirely in the 21st century — in a fully digital world. Alpha is also expected to be the largest generation in history with over 2 billion people by 2025. Who is Gen Alpha?

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Generation Alpha Characteristics That Marketers Need to Know

Spiralytics

As the years pass, these distinct cohorts bring their own sets of priorities, aspirations, and generational traits into the consumer landscape. Today, the spotlight falls on Generation Alpha, the newest addition to the market, with its eldest members stepping into their teenage years. What is Generation Alpha?

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The HubSpot Blog's 2023 Social Media Marketing Report: Data from 1200+ Global Marketers

Hubspot Marketing

Our consumer trends survey also backs this up -- 20% of social media users joined an online community in the past three months, and 22% actively participated in one. Over the course of 2022, social media apps evolved into e-commerce platforms that connect users with products they can buy without leaving the app.

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The Workforce Now Spans 5 Generations — How Can You Meet Everyone’s Needs?

Sales Force: CMO

It should be, especially now with five generations currently in the workplace. Each of the five generations currently in the workforce — The Silent Generation/Traditionalists, Baby Boomers, Gen X, Millennials and Gen Z — have different lived experiences that shape their perspectives, values and working styles.

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