Hubspot Marketing

MAY 9, 2023

was experiencing a plateau in sales , and closed its standing retail stores, priming the brand for a marketing pivot. With this in mind, the company shifted its marketing strategy to focus on TikTok’s user base (which was overwhelmingly Gen Z), leveraging short-form video and user-generated content in its #EyesLipsFace campaign.

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Hubspot Marketing

SEPTEMBER 12, 2022

Right now, Gen Z is the main target audience for brands trying to stay relevant and attract new consumers. Gen Z's love for platforms like TikTok and Twitch caused many companies to switch up their marketing tactics —turning to strategies like influencer and social media marketing. Who is Gen Alpha?

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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.

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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?

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Hubspot Marketing

AUGUST 29, 2024

As AI reshapes marketing, the next generation of decision-makers is placing more trust in creators than in brands. But the real challenge isn’t just about keeping pace with AI; it’s about understanding how to connect with a new generation of decision-makers — particularly Gen X and Gen Z — while everything else is changing.

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Hubspot Marketing

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

However, the specifics can differ dramatically based on age and generation. Let’s break down some of each generation’s most prominent content consumption habits based on data and how to shape your strategy with them in mind. Content Consumption Habits By Generation To be real, I don’t like to put anyone in a box.

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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. Consequently, understanding how different generations use social media is critical to shaping a social strategy that gets results. Generation X (survey respondents ages 40-55).

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Backlinko

MARCH 11, 2024

User-generated content (UGC) has become a powerful element in marketing initiatives, helping build authentic and trusting relationships between brands and consumers. User-generated content comes in a wide range of formats, including reviews, Q&As, images and videos.

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Hootsuite

JANUARY 13, 2022

Whether you know it or not, both of these examples are user-generated content (UGC). What is user-generated content? User-generated content (also known as UGC or consumer-generated content) is original, brand-specific content created by customers and published on social media or other channels.

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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.

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Sprout Social

OCTOBER 16, 2023

Even the most well-known legacy brands need to adapt to attract audiences over the years. 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. For example, a life insurance brand may want to appeal to both older and younger generations.

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Hubspot Marketing

SEPTEMBER 21, 2022

The term “ metaverse ” may have been coined back in 1992, but it could hold new and adventurous opportunities for both consumers and even brands that engage with them. Still, 40% understand it and 30% think more brands should leverage it. 28% of Gen Z/Millennials have used a VR headset. Who is using it?

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Scoop.it!

MAY 4, 2023

In a world where AI is taking over quite a few functions, including writing, genuine human-generated content is still valuable, as humans can provide a context to their content. According to a survey , it was found that 90% of consumers look for a seal of authenticity when deciding which brands to stay loyal to.

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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.

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Businesses Grow

JANUARY 8, 2024

According to information from Statista, Gen Z is now conducting almost as many product searches on social media as Google: This ties closely to the influencer marketing trend. The primary reason Gen Z visits social media is to catch up with their favorite influencers. But this isn’t just a GenZ trend.

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Neil Patel

NOVEMBER 23, 2020

This may make it the perfect time for brands to take a hard look at their skincare marketing strategies and seize on this growth. CeraVe, a mass-market skincare line recommended by dermatologists, recently found a new audience in Gen Z consumers, thanks to TikTok. That’s exactly what Skincare by Alana did. That’s the key.

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Neil Patel

FEBRUARY 4, 2022

User-generated content (UGC) is a marketing goldmine and knowing how to use it properly can create a snowball effect of higher engagement and more social media followers. Taking advantage of the right opportunities will let users do most of the work for you—generating product interest, conversation, and even revenue.

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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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Hubspot Marketing

APRIL 10, 2023

And is TikTok still just for Gen Z? The young platform, which gives users one opportunity to post a picture of themselves wherever they are with no filter during a few timeslots -- designated by the app each day, went from being used by roughly 0.7% But, the real story is how it's taken off with Gen Z.

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Hubspot Marketing

JULY 28, 2020

Unsurprisingly, video content's current popularity is due in part to millennial and Gen Z consumers. As consumers have seen this content become more available at our fingertips, brands have discovered a number of new ways to implement video in their marketing. Consumers are beginning to rely on marketing videos from brands.

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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. 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. So, how’s it going so far?

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Neil Patel

MARCH 22, 2021

With over 1 billion monthly active users , Instagram is one of the liveliest social media platforms in the world. Huge volumes of traffic can make it harder for brands to stand out and reach consumers in the most effective way possible. Why Your Brand Should Use Instagram Live Rooms. The problem? Monetizing Content.

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Buffer Marketing

APRIL 18, 2024

Some influence web design, some make their way onto packaging, and others become a staple for social media branding. In order to stay ahead of the curve, savvy business owners are constantly on the lookout for ways to keep their social media branding fresh, engaging, and relevant. One powerful strategy?

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Martech

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

Mention Vine to a Gen Z colleague and see what happens. It takes a discerning marketer to know where their brand should invest time and resources. Here is a roundup of the top social media opportunities where brands will confidently see momentum in 2024. Generate custom, branded visuals.

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SocialPilot

JANUARY 15, 2024

While some critics are busy forecasting the demise of Snapchat, the platform is booming with the GenZ crowd, adamant about keeping their streaks alive. Even with the unstable balance sheets, Snapchat has managed to keep 363 million daily active users, which is clearly far from being “dead.” million users.

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Sprout Social

APRIL 22, 2021

While TikTok is newer to the world of social media, there’s no denying its popularity – especially with younger generations. Although TikTok content is more specific with its narrow focus on short, viral-ready videos there are many ways brands can still see success. TikTok has 689 million monthly active users.

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Hubspot Marketing

JANUARY 19, 2024

Influencers typically have partnerships or deals with brands and use their online presence to advertise on the brand's behalf. Well, every influencer must create and distribute content to advertise a product, service, or brand. However, not every creator crafts content to promote a brand or generate income.

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Hubspot Marketing

MARCH 20, 2023

According to our Consumer Trends Survey, the most interesting and memorable content brands can share is funny content, relatable content, and content that reflects brand values. Relatable content 36% of consumers say relatable content is the second most interesting and memorable content brands can share on social media.

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Hubspot Marketing

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

And while traditional search engines aren’t going anywhere, it’s important for your brand to take note of the new ways consumers are looking for information and how to optimize your content to adapt. It’s imperative for brands to cut through the noise and get noticed by their target audience on social media.

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Neil Patel

AUGUST 5, 2021

It boasts 293 million daily active users on average. On top of a huge user base, the engagement levels are off the charts. If your brand appeals to Gen Z and millennials, you should look at Snapchat as a way to increase user acquisition, brand awareness, and sales. Not enough to convince you?

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Hubspot Marketing

JANUARY 29, 2024

Authenticity It‘s well known that TikTok is one of the most popular apps among Gen Z. In fact, 63% of Gen Z social media users report using TikTok in the last 4 weeks, according to Statista. It’s also no secret that Gen Z consumers crave authenticity and relatability in their media. Don't believe me?

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Scoop.it!

JULY 18, 2024

This optimizes your content for conversions and generates engagement like click-throughs, comments, likes, and shares. 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.

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Hubspot Marketing

OCTOBER 3, 2022

While TikTok is a newer platform, it has made strides in proving itself as a must-have platform for brands, businesses, and creators looking to grow an engaged audience and advertise themselves. TikTok has 1 billion global daily active users. Gen Z is discovering and buying products on social media more than any other generation.

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Hubspot Marketing

SEPTEMBER 26, 2022

According to HubSpot’s State of Consumer Trends Report , 24% of social media users have actively participated in an online community in the last three months. Online communities are especially impactful for Gen Z, who value in-the-moment connection. Takeaways for Marketers.

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illumin

JANUARY 14, 2025

Brands, agencies, and retailers need to navigate these shifting trends to stay competitive. Cross-Channel Integration With consumers engaging with brands across multiple platforms from social media to connected TVs and podcasts cross-channel marketing will be a must for agencies.

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Hubspot Marketing

JULY 22, 2022

Of course, this will vary drastically by generation, so we’ll include some insights split by age group as we go. You can also check out our full report on consumer shopping habits by generation for more age-specific info. Gen Z also favors unboxing videos more than any other generation.

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Martech

FEBRUARY 11, 2025

Generative AI is transforming how B2B buyers research and make purchasing decisions. 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.

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