Set Up

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

Once upon a time, we wrote a blog and made a video about Gen Z: Marketing Mysteries Uncovered for Generation Z. Well, they’re much older (and more influential) now…So let’s see what has changed and how marketers can continue to adapt to fit Gen Z’s needs and preferences. How should Brands react to Gen Z?

Gen Z

Martech

OCTOBER 31, 2024

Brands suffering from a trust deficit might be wary of adding new tools to customer experience. Sixty percent of customers said because of advances in AI, brands need to improve trustworthiness, according to a new Salesforce survey, “State of the AI Connected Customer.” ” The trust gap. .” Why we care.

Gen Z

Sprout Social

OCTOBER 10, 2024

Which social media networks should your brand focus on? And they expect your brand to meet them where they already are. In this article, we’ll explore how to prioritize social media networks so your brand shows up where it matters most. But half of all users also interact with brands there at least once per day.

Gen Z

Sprout Social

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

In this article, we’ll uncover key holiday shopping trends on social, like platforms consumers turn to for customer service, the types of content that drives sales and the brands who consistently deliver memorable end-of-year campaigns. This is especially true for younger consumers, as 57% of Gen Z will use social more for gift inspiration.

Gen Z

Sprout Social

JULY 23, 2024

With more brands revisiting the platform, marketers have a chance to make the platform a worthy addition to their marketing strategies in 2024 and beyond. This article will look at five of the best brands on Pinterest, discuss successful strategies and explain how to maximize your brand’s efforts on the platform.

Gen Z

Martech

APRIL 28, 2025

But this isn’t just about adopting new tools it’s about bridging generations to make a real impact. Picture a Baby Boomer engineer with 40+ years of experience teaming up with a Gen Z digital marketer who instinctively understands TikTok’s algorithm. The potential is enormous. But how do we get there?

Transform

illumin

JUNE 6, 2025

As Pride Month is underway, brands worldwide have been navigating their Pride Month advertising efforts differently this year. A survey by Gravity Research indicates that 39% of brand executives plan to reduce Pride-related marketing in 2025, a sharp increase from 9% in 2024, with none intending to increase spending.

Gen Z

Sprout Social

JULY 3, 2025

The opportunity is clear, but only if your brand understands who to partner with to resonate with buyers and drive conversions. Below, discover the top Australian fashion influencers to watch in 2025—plus insights into local Aussie trends and tips on choosing the best fit for your brand. TikTok: 70.8K TikTok: 83.2K TikTok: 507.1K

Fashion

Scoop.it!

JULY 18, 2024

By listening to and valuing your customers on a more human level, you develop an authentic relationship that fosters not just regular buyers, but loyal customers who recommend, advocate, and interact with your brand. For example, Gen Z and millennial demographics tend to prefer short-form content in the form of videos or social media posts.

Gen Z

Neil Patel

JUNE 27, 2025

Part of building an impactful brand is ensuring it’s instantly recognizable amongst your target audience. This is where brand strategy comes in. With a solid brand strategy, your company is able to create a consistent presence that becomes a household name. What Is a Brand Strategy? Those are strong brands.

Branding

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.

Gen Z

Buffer Marketing

JULY 23, 2025

It’s where creators build brands, where brands tap into culture, and where billions of users scroll every day. With that many eyes on the content of brands and creators, there’s more than enough opportunity to grow on the platform. Source But don’t mistake that for a Gen Z monopoly.

Gen Z

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

Sprout Social

JUNE 26, 2025

Influencer marketing has become one of the most powerful tactics for brands on social media, enabling them to leverage creators’ existing reach and credibility. Further, younger generations are the most impacted, with 90% of Gen Z and 84% of Millennials saying some of their purchases within this period were influenced by social.

Influencer Marketing

Sprout Social

MAY 14, 2025

But how can brands effectively reach these users? From generational trends to platform preferences, we cover the must-know details about Aussie social users and their online behaviours. The report also found that approximately one in five Australians creates social media content to generate income.

Gen Z

Duct Tape Marketing

MARCH 27, 2025

Build a Brand Gen Z Wants to Work (and Buy) From written by Jarret Redding read more at Duct Tape Marketing The Duct Tape Marketing Podcast with Len Silverman In this episode of the Duct Tape Marketing Podcast , I interviewed Len Silverman, a veteran marketer, former Learning Center owner, and author of Mesh: Aligning Your Personal Brand with Gen Z.

Gen Z

Sprout Social

JULY 9, 2025

Others have trusting audiences but don’t fit your brand’s ethos. Keep reading and get to know 30 of the top fitness influencers in Australia—and how to choose the right one for your brand. Based in Adelaide, she’s earned a massive and loyal following, making her an ideal partner for brands targeting a broad and engaged audience.

Branding

Hubspot Marketing

JANUARY 31, 2025

Jaguar launched this rebrand by wiping their social media profiles clean and replacing their branding with car-free visuals. Jaguars sales have been falling, and theres a real fear that the brand cant rely on its existing customer base. To cope, Jaguar is repositioning as a 100k+ luxury EV brand to rival Porsche and Bentley.

Gen Z

Martech

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

For brand consideration, use video view campaigns. To engage and drive purchase consideration, opt for Demand Gen campaigns (previously video action campaigns, which will be phased out in Q2 2025 ). The buying committee is becoming younger, with Millennials and Gen Z wielding significant decision-making and purchasing power.

Gen Z

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. Now, Gen Alpha is the belle of the ball, and marketers need to prepare for what comes next. A bit about each generation: Baby Boomers (1946 - 1964): This classic generation enjoys the finer things in life.

Gen Z

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

Martech

MARCH 10, 2025

Swag: Branded items have their place, too. And, while it may seem old-school to many, to younger generations, it is anything but. “Well, 85% of Gen Z finds direct mail useful for capturing their interest,” Tudor said. “And 88% of millennials are excited to see any type of mail or package.

Direct Mail

Martech

JANUARY 22, 2025

RMNs let brands reach consumers with laser-like precision when they are ready to buy. Zero loyalty : They will switch brands after even a single negative experience. “[J]ust one single poor experience” can shatter brand loyalty, underscoring the importance of consistently exceeding expectations.

Gen Z

SmartBrief - Marketing

DECEMBER 18, 2024

Our analysis of additional syndicated data reveals that young Hispanics comprised of Generation Z and younger millennials are fully embracing social media for news and information.

Gen Z

Sprout Social

JUNE 24, 2025

That makes Snapchat a valuable avenue for building brand familiarity. Snapchat predominantly reaches Gen Z and younger millennials, including specifically 90% of 13- to 24-year-olds and 75% of 13- to 34-year-olds. Gen Z students from ages 13 to 27: 64% have made a purchase influenced by the app.

Gen Z

Backlinko

OCTOBER 22, 2024

Known for its relatively low-priced apparel and wide variety, Shein became one of the most popular shopping destinations among Gen Z and millennial consumers across the world. Among US and UK Gen Z respondents, 30% reported shopping at Shein in the past 12 months.

Gen Z

Hubspot Marketing

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

Brands must ensure social is prioritized as a critical communication tool and provide their teams with the resources needed to produce creative, relevant, and authentic content.” And when it comes to influencer marketing, Melnikova says: “Savvy brands will work with influencers to create content. Read the room. Follow the trends.

Social Media Marketing

Sprout Social

JUNE 25, 2025

According to Sprout’s Q2 2025 Pulse Survey , Gen Z now turns to social platforms more than search engines when looking for information. Let’s explore what that means for brands. As social media becomes more crowded, millions of creators and brands are all competing for user attention. Not just in reach, but in revenue.

Gen Z

Search Engine Land

AUGUST 19, 2024

Some might say we have too much data to analyze today, but if you can ETL (Extract, Transform, and Load) all necessary details, the brand gains a true advantage. Brands will need to expand their creative across multiple agencies as the continual testing of content will help garner interest and conversion.

Advertising

Martech

FEBRUARY 11, 2025

Up to 90% of B2B buyers already use generative AI tools , according to Forrester. This shift fundamentally changes how tech buyers evaluate SaaS brands, making AI-powered search critical in vendor visibility and sales conversions. First, brands appearing in AI-powered searches are gaining a massive edge. The time to act is now.

Gen Z

Hootsuite

APRIL 9, 2025

Influencer marketing is taking the lead In 2025, brands are expected to spend more on influencer marketing than on digital ads a big sign of shifting trust and impact. That means more chances for your brand to join the conversation. 23% of Facebook users are Gen Z A total of 23% of Facebook users are between ages 18 and 24.

Gen Z

Hubspot Marketing

DECEMBER 10, 2024

Source SEO increases your brand visibility. If you do your research and strategically create content for SEO, you will undoubtedly increase brand visibility. Its fair to say that SEO has helped this brand reach qualified traffic. Any piece of content that you publish on your website should feel totally authentic to your brand.

SEO

illumin

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

Gen Z are hard to please Younger generations are usually a key demographic for retailers. But in 2024 Gen Z is a difficult advertising target. The problem is that loyalty programs aren’t as big a draw for Gen Z customers. Shopping starts early for Gen Z Gen Z is a critical demographic for retailers.

Shoppers

Sprout Social

MARCH 27, 2025

Fortunately for influencers, creators and brands, that turned out to be completely wrong. Once a small-but-mighty phenomenon, the creator economy has transformed into a full-fledged forcereshaping everything from how we consume content, to the relationships between audiences and brands. What is the creator economy?

Gen Z

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’s users lean young, making it a great social network to reach Gen Z and younger millennials.

Branding

Hootsuite

OCTOBER 22, 2024

Yup, these influencers and brand ambassadors have been under your nose all along. Employee advocacy is when employees share their company’s content or values on their personal social media accounts to boost brand awareness and build trust. Fifty-six percent of millennial and Gen Z consumers trust influencers more than brands.

PR

Sprout Social

MAY 20, 2025

Gen Z and younger millennials are eschewing traditional financial advisors in favor of advice from social media. According to the Q2 2025 Sprout Pulse Survey, 71% of Gen Z and 68% of Millennials say social media has had a positive impact on their financial decisions. What is FinTok?

Gen Z