Content Marketing Institute

DECEMBER 5, 2017

Few would argue about the power and value of educational content – whether a blog, an e-newsletter, a white paper, or a how-to video. However, some brands have taken this concept further by developing full-fledged classes and curricula for their audiences. Creating educational #content can differentiate your brand, says @johnoxford1.

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Hubspot Marketing

DECEMBER 7, 2022

Brand voices will make each company recognizable in a world full of different streams of information. So how can you set your brand up for success? A powerful brand voice that can not go unnoticed, because it is strong enough to make people pay attention. This post explores the elements that create a brand’s voice.

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Hubspot Marketing

JUNE 16, 2021

Although the practices of marketing and branding have been around for centuries, the industries started to shift in the 1990s. The digital age came about and companies began to market their brands more than their products with the goal of giving their company a personality. What are the five brand pillars? Perception.

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Hootsuite

OCTOBER 8, 2019

Social media in higher education provides an indispensable resource to students and alumni — not to mention the school itself. Doing so encourages more people to follow you, and increases your brand awareness. And yes, I mean brand awareness. Remember: Your school — like a business — is a brand. Student recruitment.

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Adobe Experience Cloud Blog

DECEMBER 3, 2019

Between the two, there’s an almost endless number of places for branded videos to go wrong. Avoid these common mistakes associated with planning, testing, and tweaking branded videos: 1. Brands create video content for different reasons. Still others develop webinars for educational or event-related communication.

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Vertical Response

JULY 7, 2024

Wondering which social media platforms to use to elevate your brand in 2024? Instagram excels in visual content and influencer marketing, providing numerous creative formats and strong e-commerce features, making it essential for brands targeting younger demographics. This makes it a vital tool for brand engagement and growth.

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Sprout Social

DECEMBER 5, 2023

“Who do consumers think runs brand accounts?” Which means the industry is primarily made up of Millennial white women. What does it say about the way brands co-opt BIPOC culture? She is an experienced social media strategist passionate about helping brands and companies tell compelling and culturally relevant stories on social.

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Set Up

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

For years, Millennials and Gen Z sat at the forefront like a favorite child, piquing the marketing world’s interest. Usually preferring products with high quality and value, they tend to be loyal for years to the Brands they like. They care about their impact on the world and demand transparency from Brands. Be digital.

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Sprout Social

JULY 22, 2021

Brands caught on to this upward trend and are engaging social media users to drive awareness, clicks and sales. Millennials (survey respondents ages 24-39). But despite increasing Gen Z social media usage, these digital natives are the least likely to follow brands on social. What Gen Z social media usage means for your brand.

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Hubspot Marketing

DECEMBER 20, 2023

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. we're ready to SERVE ??

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Marketing Insider Group

JUNE 10, 2015

Regardless of demographics, Bulbul pointed out some huge Gen C realities that every marketer today needs to know: The mobile screen is the first screen for Millennials , with 98% of them turning to smart phones first to view online video content. Help – Lastly, you not only want to entertain your audience, but you want to educate and inform.

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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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Buffer Marketing

JULY 3, 2023

When did you last pay attention to a generic brand video that wasn’t for research purposes? Many social media users share my perspective, so many brands struggle to create content that connects with their audience in popular formats like short-form video. People want people, not brands or ads. The probable reason?

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Sprout Social

MAY 9, 2024

The brands are the DJs, guiding the tone of the party with music (products) while consumers are the crowd. Brands will need to be aware of the dance floor if they want to disrupt the music in a way that resonates with influencers and consumers alike. They aren’t loyal to brands.

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Marketing Insider Group

MAY 1, 2023

From brand storytelling to product demos, we’ve all seen how quickly video has revolutionized the way businesses communicate with their customers. in 5 years Source: Wistia That’s because 91% of consumers want to see more online video content from brands. Millennials are 1.9x But how powerful is it really , you ask?

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Hubspot Marketing

JUNE 29, 2022

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. Shorter videos are great for establishing an initial connection where you can introduce your brand or product. Believe it or not, longer videos are also on the rise.

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Marketing Insider Group

SEPTEMBER 29, 2020

Santander has hit just the right balance between financial education and staying human with its Prosper and Thrive blog. The blog, aimed at Millennials, includes case studies of people who have paid off their debt, tips for achieving savings goals, and info on how to stick to a budget. Duplo Play Ideas. Four Seasons Magazine.

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Hubspot Marketing

DECEMBER 11, 2023

Shaking off the dust of the past, we’re here to answer the most crucial question for you and your brand for the future: Which one should you use? Threads users tend to be younger and more educated , though X is growing its Gen Z segment thanks to its new creator features. Advantages of X Wondering how X can benefit your brand?

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Martech

APRIL 5, 2022

McKinsey) High growth brands (annual revenue increase of at least 10%) are 1.9x Harvard Business Review ) 69% of brands with the most diversity and inclusion in their in ads saw an average stock gain of 44% in a seven-quarter period ending in 2019. McKinsey) High growth brands (annual revenue increase of at least 10%) are 1.9x

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Hubspot Marketing

JULY 25, 2022

Influencer marketing has proven an incredibly effective strategy for brands over the past few years — in fact, as of 2021, almost 60% of marketers said influencer marketing was the most effective marketing trend , ahead of SEO, experiential marketing, and short-form video content. The Top Shopping Trends of 2022.

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Neil Patel

MARCH 17, 2021

Search interest in Gen Z has climbed so high that as of March 2021, searches for Generation Z surpassed searches for baby boomers and millennials. Just 52 percent of US Gen Zers are white, and almost one-quarter have at least one immigrant parent (compared to one in seven Millennials). Not necessarily. They also watch less TV.

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Neil Patel

FEBRUARY 23, 2021

Millennials taught us new ways of viewing our socio-political world. Most of their parents are Millennials. Similarly, we can expect Gen Alpha to reject traditional forms of marketing , much like their Millennial parents did not long ago. Generation Alpha Education Trends. What Birth Years Are Considered Generation Alpha?

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Set Up

APRIL 16, 2024

Why is video so appealing to brands? Brands are able to showcase their personality in a way static ads and content can’t get across. Also, video allows brands to be more informal, allowing content to be made cheaper and faster. There is no denying that Millennials and Gen Z have immense purchasing power.

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Businesses Grow

MARCH 18, 2024

I skipped out on the celebrities, the movie debuts, and the glitzy brand activation parties in favor of relevant topics, smaller discussions and intimate dinners. Gen Alpha is 0-10 years old so this came through interviews with their Millennial parents. ” An interesting idea: Imagine your brand as a character.

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Hubspot Marketing

MARCH 18, 2020

If you're trying to connect with younger audiences, like millennials or Gen Z , odds are you've thought about creating a podcast for your brand. With these tactics, you can identify podcasters with a price-point and audience target that makes sense for your brand. One-third of millennials regularly listen to podcasts. (

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Martech

JULY 18, 2022

In fact, 46% of customers will pay more for products and services from brands they trust, according to a Salsify survey. This is highest among parents with children 2-12 (78%), African-Americans (80%) and younger generations (76% of Gen Z and 72% of millennials compared to just 46% of boomers). Educate yourself and your team.

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Hubspot Marketing

APRIL 16, 2019

If you want to avoid this mishap and make sure YouTube is a viable marketing channel for your brand, we’ve got you covered. Read on to learn about the video platform’s age, geography, gender, education, and household demographics. 46% of millennials (25-34-year-olds) have increased their YouTube usage since last year.

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Hubspot Marketing

JULY 30, 2023

Making good content isn’t even half the battle for brands today. Brands with an engaged social media community will win audiences. Currently, 47% of social media marketers say their brand sells directly within social media apps. Consumers slide into brands’ DMs for customer service. So, how’s it going so far?

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Hubspot Marketing

OCTOBER 27, 2023

Statista , 2021) 47% of social media marketers say their brand sells directly within social media apps. Statista , 2021) Social Commerce Stats by Demographic Over 1 in 5 Gen Z, Millennial, and Gen X social media users bought a product directly in a social media app in the past 3 months. dollars in 2022. dollars in 2022. million people.

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Search Engine Land

OCTOBER 7, 2024

This ensures that AI outputs align more closely with your established brand voice. Try “Write an engaging introduction for a blog post about sustainable fashion, targeted at eco-conscious millennials, in a friendly and approachable tone.” Maintain authenticity: Even when personalizing at scale, keep your brand’s authenticity intact.

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Content Marketing Institute

OCTOBER 10, 2017

What about those less-than-obvious brands? I chose three Content Marketing Awards finalists that prove even serious brands can be human and entertaining. Celebrity Shares How Brands Can Benefit in the Snapchat Scene. CalSTRS reaches millennials with quirky financial content. soloportfolio Click To Tweet.

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Hubspot Marketing

AUGUST 12, 2022

This is likely why consumers have noticed a big push for sustainable marketing from brands. So, how does a brand leverage sustainable marketing to appeal to a growing, socially conscious audience? According to the data, Millennials (38%) care most the ethical products while Gen-X cares the most about the environmental impact.

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Content Marketing Institute

OCTOBER 3, 2018

If your brand doesn’t rely solely on commissioned or in-house content, you could have potential legal exposure from the images you use on social media. In other words, you might not only illegally post an image, you might credit the wrong person or brand. Brands reuse of images is unlikely to pass the “fair use” test, says @allen3m. ?

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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. The conversation saw a 9% uptick in overall sentiment; Millennials and Generation Z posted 87% of all positive content posted in March. And more people began chiming in.

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Spiralytics

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

Examples include educational resources, entertainment options, dietary preferences, and lifestyle choices. Marketers must recognize that, although they’re not currently primary consumers, Gen Alpha is laying the groundwork for future brand preferences and loyalties. Their preferences, interests, and needs shape family expenditures.

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Hootsuite

OCTOBER 8, 2020

Mostly, social media stats are a great starting point for brands looking to create an effective social media strategy. If your brand is planning to use Snapchat for business , be sure to incorporate Snapchat statistics into your social media plan. These are all important Snapchat statistics in 2020 for businesses and brands.

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Martech

JULY 12, 2021

One of those companies was Driscoll’s, the “only the finest berries” brand. We spoke to Frances Dillard, VP of Brand and Product Marketing at Driscoll’s, about pivoting a fresh produce offering. “Millennials are so much more open to new flavors, new perspectives, trialling,” said Dillard.

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