Sprout Social

DECEMBER 12, 2024

We unpack how your brand can use these examples to spark your own scroll-stopping ideaswhile maximizing your budget and doing more with less. In this end-of-year lineup, were sharing the best brands on social media in 2024, according to members of Team Sprout. Maybe the occasional irreverent or sexually explicit brand voice.

Gen Z 90

Gen Z Branding Retail Education 90

Sprout Social

APRIL 28, 2025

But unlike other social platforms, where engagement might be more straightforward, Reddit’s community-first culture requires brands to earn users’ trust by providing real value. Reddit is a popular place for real information. Users might see your post, comment in their news feed or find you in a specific subreddit.

Branding 77

Branding Gen Z Pharmaceutical Health 77

Hubspot Marketing

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

Brands in ecommerce have the wonderful advantage of having access to a broader number of consumers than their local counterparts. Consumers, no matter their identity, are looking for an answer to this fundamental question: is this brand for people like me? Signals That Tell Ecommerce Customers a Brand Is for Them 1.

eCommerce 124

eCommerce Retail Food Price 124

Sprout Social

OCTOBER 28, 2024

Brand mentions on social media are the new word of mouth. They give more visibility into opportunities for brand amplification, but also reveal potential risks and crises, making them a key aspect of social media listening. In this article, we’ll define the different types of brand mentions and show you how to monitor them.

Branding 118

Branding Non-Profit User-Generated Food 118

Martech

AUGUST 1, 2024

But as we dive into generative AI tools like ChatGPT, it doesn’t take long to realize AI can yield lackluster results, inconsistent and off-brand content and campaigns that feel average. They are both fast food companies using AI technology during the food ordering process. This approach enhances the customer experience with AI.

Email Marketing 131

Email Marketing Food Marketing Marketers 131

Martech

MARCH 5, 2025

Ecommerce may be thriving, but brick-and-mortar retail remains a critical brand touchpoint. Companies like Netflix and Wayfair are proving that physical stores arent just about transactions theyre influential brand ambassadors that shape perception and loyalty. In todays digital world, its about branding and customer engagement.

Branding 77

Branding Retail eCommerce Customer loyalty 77

Martech

JANUARY 22, 2025

RMNs let brands reach consumers with laser-like precision when they are ready to buy. At The MarTech Conference , Ted Svikas, Amplitude’s field CTO, used the story of Ben & Jerry’s partnership with the Asian food delivery giant Foodpanda to demonstrate how RMNs can revolutionize advertising as we know it.

Gen Z 104

Gen Z Retail Food Millennials 104

Hubspot Marketing

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024

Visual storytelling allows brands to connect with audiences on an emotional and personal level by sharing stories accompanied by stunning imagery. Visual storytelling can build an authentic, emotional connection between your brand and its audience, leading to loyal consumers who are invested in your story, products, and services.

Food 113

Food Energy Health Place 113

Sprout Social

APRIL 10, 2025

From comedy sketches to UK foods, here are the 15 UK TikTok trends impacting the app at the moment. If your brand wants to participate in a trend, time is of the essence. The influence of UK food TikTok and creative food recipes When it comes to TikTok trends, food is one of the most influential categories for UK users.

Gen Z 103

Gen Z Food Fashion Millennials 103

Hubspot Marketing

AUGUST 20, 2024

In an age of push notifications and constant connection, buyers have come to expect quick answers from brands. One of my favorite self-selection tools I’ve ever encountered is the makeup brand Il Makiage’s Power Match quiz. This article on the 23 best marketing automation tools is a great place to start. Improve your SEO.

User-Generated 130

User-Generated Food Transform Marketing 130

Backlinko

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

We’re talking about: What you’re selling (product) How much it costs (price) Where people can buy it (place) How you tell people about it (promotion) Simple, right? Get all the four Ps of marketing right, and your campaigns fall into place. But price , place t, and promotion miss the mark. Nailed place and promotion.

Price 111

Price Real Estate Promotion Food 111

Hootsuite

APRIL 2, 2025

And effective brand storytelling is the secret to success on social media and beyond. Before checking in to the hospitality industry (pun very much intended), Reynolds worked for other global brands, including Disney and Toyota. And for every brand hes worked with, storytelling has been an important marketing strategy.

Branding 69

Branding User-Generated Food Transform 69

Sprout Social

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

As brands continue to rely on multiple social media accounts to reach audiences and grow, influencers have become a fundamental part of successful digital strategies. It’s not hard to see why— Influencer marketing can increase your brand’s reach, engagement and overall credibility. Check out their profiles, posts and engagement rates.

Gen Z 113

Gen Z Health Influencer Marketing Food 113

Sprout Social

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

But at the same time, brands and influencers must be upfront about partnerships to avoid hefty penalties. In this article, we’ll break down the FTC influencer guidelines, why they matter and the branded content policies for each major social media network. You want your influencer partnerships to feel natural and engaging.

Gen Z 124

Gen Z Influencer Marketing Health Promotion 124

Martech

APRIL 7, 2025

Dig deeper: 3 steps to an authentic brand Identity, intention and implementation The hidden competition you’re ignoring Businesses face two types of competition what Bob Moesta calls “supply-side” and “demand-side.” We didn’t want our trip to end at some crummy fast-food joint.

Customer 103

Customer Food Place Branding 103

Hootsuite

JANUARY 10, 2025

And that time is now, because data storytelling isnt a fairytale: its an effective visual marketing strategy that can help you build trust, engagement, and sales for your brand. We sat down with Vancouver-based digital marketing manager Leeann Froese of Town Hall Brands for expert insight on every chapter of data storytelling.

PR 127

PR Communications Management Food 127

AWeber

MARCH 11, 2024

You have a passion for food and want to share it with the world. Plus, there’s all the food. But getting started as a food blogger might sound complicated, especially if you’ve never launched a website before. If you want to start your own food blog but need a bit of guidance on how to do it, you’re in the right place.

Food 101

Food Affiliate Marketing SEO Promotion 101

Sprout Social

APRIL 29, 2024

Homegrown content creators engage their communities more deeply and get more impactful brand endorsements because of their strong, authentic relationships. This shows that when influencers showcase a product or brand, their followers trust their recommendations and take action based on their endorsements.

Branding 137

Branding Fashion Food COS 137

Sprout Social

JANUARY 22, 2025

B2B brands cant afford to put off their LinkedIn content marketing strategy. Because there’s no better place on social media to position yourself as a leader in your industry. Having a LinkedIn presence is an expectation for B2B brands. For example, want your brand to get in front of C-suite SaaS executives?

Marketing Strategy 128

Marketing Strategy Content Marketing Thought Leadership Marketing 128

Sprout Social

OCTOBER 11, 2024

This diverse range of athletes has sparked a global sports marketing renaissance, and is giving brands a way to expand their reach (especially to new audiences). Which expands the opportunities for brands and athletes alike. million in 2023 from brand endorsement deals, including her partnership with Accelerator Active Energy.

Transform 93

Transform Gen Z Fashion Food 93

Buffer Marketing

DECEMBER 3, 2024

Location hashtags : These are hashtags like #Toronto which specifies a place. Use them if you’re running an event in a new location, driving foot traffic to your store, or simply posting about a new place. Use them if they’re associated with your brand. Hashtags can be an excellent brand building tool.

User-Generated 115

User-Generated Food Management Price 115

Sprout Social

DECEMBER 2, 2024

Many leading brands rely on influencer marketing to raise awareness about their products, build brand recognition and increase their overall sales. Influencer outreach is the process of contacting influencers for brand collaborations, and typically involves research and communicating via direct messages or emails.

Influencer Marketing 112

Influencer Marketing Food User-Generated Affiliate Marketing 112

Hubspot Marketing

NOVEMBER 15, 2024

Marketing then becomes a guide, directing customers, partners, and employees into a comprehensive, unified brand experience. CX’s purview is the overall experience a customer has with a brand. Consider a brand like Apple from this holistic perspective. It’s a uniform, seamless brand experience. PR and earned media.

CMO 125

CMO Traditional Marketing Communications Marketing 125

Sprout Social

MARCH 21, 2024

Looking to build buzz for your UK-based brand? The platform, known for its fast-moving trends and authentic content, is often tough for brands to break into. If you’re a brand looking to reach Gen Z or Gen Alpha consumers, you’ll likely be a hit on UK TikTok. He’s worked with brands like Thomas Sabo and Just Eat.

Gen Z 130

Gen Z Branding Fashion Food 130

Sprout Social

AUGUST 30, 2024

They likewise expect brands to deliver all of the above through digital customer service. This can be a tall order for brands with limited personnel. However, with the right tools and strategy, brands of all sizes can use digital channels to offer quality care. Translation? Think about it.

Customer 129

Customer Food CRM Customer Journey 129

Hubspot Marketing

DECEMBER 12, 2023

For example, here’s a job opening for a Senior Merchandising Manager at Tecovas , a direct-to-consumer western brand based in Austin. As a Western brand selling boots and apparel, Tecovas emphasizes its mission of “welcoming first-time boot buyers and Western enthusiasts alike.” Cooking Do you have a food blog?

Place 125

Place Real Estate Non-Profit Finance 125

Sprout Social

DECEMBER 14, 2022

The metaverse is the new internet frontier and popular brands are taking advantage of this evolving technology. In this article, we’ll discuss how top brands are approaching metaverse brand activations and industries making the largest strides. Metaverse brand activations: What they look like today.

Real Estate 135

Real Estate Branding Fashion Food 135

SocialPilot

DECEMBER 11, 2024

When you respond to dissatisfied customers, you show them that you care about their association with the brand and that their feedback and complaints matter to the business. As a matter of fact, 86% of consumers do not feel comfortable purchasing from a brand with negative reviews. This will enhance your chance of winning them back.

Food 110

Food Management User-Generated SEO 110

Hubspot Marketing

OCTOBER 20, 2022

However, when it comes to your brand or business blog, renaming your blog doesn't have to be. From the start, you can choose a blog name that stands the test of time, and the various iterations of your brand's life-cycle. Outgrowing a brand, or at least a brand name, is common. Think about your message.

Branding 145

Branding Food User-Generated SEO 145

Hubspot Marketing

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

Don’t ignore the comment section: The comment section is a great place to engage in active listening. This answer can help to convert a lukewarm attendee into a brand enthusiast. In your survey, try to stick to one or two open-ended questions and make the rest multiple-choice so that you have an easier time reading the data.

Energy 110

Energy Food Communications Place 110

Search Engine Land

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

What is available in the store: There are stunning branding photos and signage everywhere in the store, but it is all to build a brand and inspire, not help the consumer make a purchase. For the running aisle, they could do a branded image with a runner. Place them in the relevant aisles or sections of the store.

Retail 84

Retail SEO Shipping Food 84

Hubspot Marketing

FEBRUARY 3, 2025

From its catchy jingle to its famous golden arches to iconic characters and mascots, the burger chain contains many branded elements that stand the test of time. Director of Brand, Content, and Culture Marketing Anna Engel and Brand Marketing Manager Nathaniel Gaynor both say the secret sauce lies in its fan-driven strategy.

Gen Z 67

Gen Z Fashion Food Marketing 67

Hootsuite

AUGUST 25, 2022

But it’s still an important platform for your brand. Especially if you want to practice the art of risky brand comebacks. These days, snarky brand Twitter is beginning to feel a little played out. Let’s examine some successful social risk-takers who can inspire your brand’s comebacks. Watch and learn.

Branding 145

Branding Manufacturing Food Management 145

Buffer Marketing

OCTOBER 10, 2024

Call me strange, but the About Us page is one of the first web pages I visit after discovering a brand or a creator. I want to know the people behind the curtain — their core values, the company’s origin story, and brand identity. Give them a concise introduction to your brand and its products or services.

Non-Profit 117

Non-Profit Health Food Energy 117

Sprout Social

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

An influencer marketing strategy template guides brands through planning, executing and evaluating influencer collaborations. It’s a roadmap that helps brands identify their goals, target audience and ideal influencers. Use these milestones as a guide and adjust as needed to fit your specific circumstances.

Influencer Marketing 98

Influencer Marketing Marketing Strategy Marketing Marketers 98

Hootsuite

JUNE 1, 2022

Making some dang money through brand partnerships by leveraging a really great brand pitch deck. If you’re new to the influencer game, you might be wondering: “How exactly do you get those brand partnerships ?” The real key to landing the collab of your dreams is to perfect the art of the brand pitch. Sure you can!

Branding 145

Branding Food PR Analytics 145

Hootsuite

AUGUST 11, 2022

Brand awareness: It’s one of those concepts you know you need to understand, but perhaps you find it somewhat… hard to pin down? Brand awareness = people being aware of your brand. And what’s the exact brand awareness definition that makes sense for your business? What is brand awareness? You’re not alone.

Branding 136

Branding Food Analytics Social Media Marketing 136