Waxing UnLyrical

JULY 18, 2019

In 2017, my organization, Goodwill Industries International, then a 115-year-old social enterprise; one of the oldest 501 (c)(3) nonprofit brands; the leading workforce provider in North America; and the #1 brand doing the most good by enso and featured in Fast Company Magazine – faced a pretty significant challenge.

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Ignite Social Media

NOVEMBER 20, 2017

By choosing the right influencer and the right campaign messaging, your brand will look more authentic if an influencer markets your product. Check out our sister company, Carusele , for your influencer marketing needs. Posted by Ignite Social Media on Tuesday, May 23, 2017. It’s all that they do, intentionally!

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Ignite Social Media

MAY 4, 2020

While you may spend hours perfecting the aesthetic of a post that lives on your main Instagram feed, users are looking for a relatable, authentic experience when tapping through their Stories – don’t be afraid to give them that. A Brief History: To the dismay of many, Facebook rolled out its own take on Stories in March 2017.

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Social Media Strategies Summit

APRIL 22, 2019

It’s this trend that influenced the launch of Facebook Watch in 2017 and IGTV in 2018. They’ve been used not only as a quick feedback tool but also as to support engagement and build authentic conversations. After a year of scandal, trust in social media companies has never been lower. TRUST will be a key issue for consumers.

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Pixlee

SEPTEMBER 3, 2020

ThirdLove, which launched in 2013, is a lingerie company created in response to the frustration the co-founders (and countless other women) felt when trying to find bras that fit real bodies. Dove is one of the brands under the umbrella of multinational consumer goods company Unilever. ThirdLove .

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Buffer Social

JUNE 22, 2023

Embrace authenticity in your content No one can share your story like you. Authenticity is especially relevant when copycat content is ubiquitous. A recent example she shared was a LinkedIn post after being laid off from her job in tech sales due to company restructuring. " Often, the only thing holding you back is yourself.”

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agora pulse

JULY 23, 2019

One of the best ways to foster relationships online is to be open, honest, and authentic. Having a clear social media policy signed off by company decision-makers is crucial. When creating social media content, it is essential to be authentic without over-sharing. This post from NPR in 2017 is a perfect example.

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Keyhole.co

SEPTEMBER 18, 2020

The coveted Twitter blue check is indeed a status symbol as it indicates that a profile is authentic. However, if your account is verified, the blue check is a mark of authenticity. The company is planning to bring back the program soon and allow users to request for verification. It shows that your account is the real deal.

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agora pulse

DECEMBER 17, 2019

TikTok, a video app launched in 2017, was the most downloaded app in Apple’s App Store for five consecutive quarters. Get Authentic. Phony social media adverts and insincere video messaging leaves most Internet users cold and searching for authenticity. Is there any company news or announcements you should feature?

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Sprout Social

JULY 12, 2022

Well, because the odds of something similar happening to your company are pretty high. Yet, fewer than half said their companies were prepared to respond quickly to a crisis. Yet, fewer than half said their companies were prepared to respond quickly to a crisis. Stock prices (for public companies). Sales and revenue.

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The Realtime Report

FEBRUARY 16, 2017

Today’s consumers are always on and more selective on what messages they respond to, and forming new affinities with brands and retailers based on authentic storytelling. Participants were asked to complete a series of questions focused on how their organization is currently leveraging influencer marketing and expected change in 2017.

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Sprout Social

NOVEMBER 30, 2021

With the maturing of the influencer industry, the natural next step is for platforms to help influencers and companies sell to consumers. In mid-July 2021, Snap purchased Vertebrae , a company that produces 3D images of products for brands. This investment indicates the company’s interest in developing more in the AR commerce space.

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Sprout Social

APRIL 14, 2017

— Your Creative People (@ycpideas) April 12, 2017. — b r i t t n e e (@hellobrittnee) April 12, 2017. — nicole (@nicolemaries__) April 12, 2017. — Val Vesa (@adspedia) April 12, 2017. — pamelahughes (@pamelahughes) April 12, 2017. — Cheval John (@chevd80) April 12, 2017.

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Likeable

MARCH 26, 2019

Vine was shut down in early 2017, and Musical.ly While the platform is still new, this is mostly a matter of authenticity, which is becoming increasingly more important. So, for brands to join TikTok and stay authentic, they have two options: partner with an influencer or pay for one of TikTok’s ad products. What is TikTok?

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Later

FEBRUARY 15, 2021

Launched in 2016 by its Beijing-based parent company ByteDance , TikTok was an instant hit with Gen Z users in China. But it wasn’t until 2017, when ByteDance acquired another video-sharing platform (Musical.ly), that it took off in North America and Europe. In 2021, the company is projected to reach 1.2

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Ignite Social Media

FEBRUARY 7, 2017

A video posted by Samsung Home Appliances (@samsunghomeappliances) on Jan 25, 2017 at 7:12am PST. Be Authentic. Authenticity is crucial for having a successful social media presence. Authenticity to your brand means you aren’t straying from your brand equity just to capitalize on a trend or jump into a popular conversation.

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Pixlee

JULY 3, 2019

The apparel company uses AI for purposes that extend beyond product innovation. This makes Under Armour more relevant to their customers and encourages more UGC that the company can then use later to market their products. Airbnb has come a long way from a small startup to a huge company that millions of people use globally.

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Pixlee

MAY 3, 2018

By November 2017, Instagram Stories had already topped over 300 million daily users. The company is committed to showcasing how it helps its customers improve their health and their lives by taking care of their minds and bodies. Crew uses three images to ask users to “Swipe Up” to read the company blog. Hint Water. Air Canada.

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Social Media Strategies Summit

OCTOBER 30, 2019

To increase engagement across this campaign, Aflac looked for ways to demonstrate authenticity and transparency. Posts spotlighted both the childhood cancer community and company initiatives in a way that made viewers want to keep watching. RESULTS: follower count jumped from 520,275 on January 1, 2017 to 828,019 on December 31, 2017.

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Pixlee

FEBRUARY 23, 2018

Today, brands need to find more authentic ways to connect with their existing and potential customers. Companies that don’t keep up with the latest trends will have difficulty reaching their goals. Many of today’s consumers prefer buying products from companies that they consider socially responsible.

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Pixlee

MAY 21, 2020

While the rate of growth has actually slowed since 2017, this could be a good sign for brands as competition for ad views may be slightly less fierce. Content created and shared by users on social media channels enjoys a 28% higher engagement rate than traditional company posts. Public Social Feeds Matter Now More than Ever.

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Sprout Social

MAY 3, 2022

From 2017 to 2019, I led social media strategy and content development for several cannabis brands—both retail and product. Despite these helpful tips, the ever-evolving landscape of both the cannabis industry and social media community guidelines leave room for uncertainty on how to engage audiences in an authentic and compliant way.

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Hootsuite

MAY 13, 2020

Facebook has been running its Creator Studio since 2017. Spon-con like Khloe Kardashian’s bedazzled campaign with Febreze is why the word “authenticity” is now a buzzword. At the same time, brands are keen to promote diversity and authenticity through their partnerships. Instead, “Creator” is emerging as a preferred term.

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Buffer Social

JUNE 29, 2017

But, not only can images boost the performance of our content, they can also influence purchasing decisions: “Visual platforms such as YouTube, Snapchat, and Instagram are highly influential in shopping,” Nikki Karai Renaud, CMO at Zazzle explained in eMarketer’s US Millennial Shoppers 2017 report. The importance of authenticity.

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Pixlee

JULY 23, 2021

84% of millennials report that UGC on company websites influences what they buy. That authentic content brings a product to life – and customers can rely on feedback from other customers to influence their purchasing decisions. . That’s where user-generated content (UGC) comes in. The best part? Buy-Online, Pick Up In-Store.

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Social Media Strategies Summit

JANUARY 3, 2019

They aim to inspire people to think about everything they could do with a suitcase, positioning the company as more of a travel brand than a luggage one. While Beardbrand inspires a more aspirational approach to lifestyle content, Chubbies embraces diversity and authenticity in their content creation. 5 Glossier. glossier / 1.6

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Sprout Social

JULY 7, 2020

Seventy percent of consumers say it’s important for brands to take a stand on social and political issues, up from 66% in 2017.”. Being human and authentic about social issues is one way to build this culture of transparency. Make sure your actions as an entire company back up what you’re espousing on social.

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Pixlee

FEBRUARY 15, 2018

The gist of this report is that today’s consumers are seeking companies that are centered on direct consumer relationships and agile supply chains. consumers expect direct connectivity to the companies from which they buy goods and services. According to the study, two-thirds of all U.S. For trust equals data equals growth.

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Pixlee

JANUARY 25, 2018

As people look to their peers for recognition and recommendations, brands can leverage this trusted content to connect in more personalized and authentic ways. The shoe company Stuart Weitzman recently launched the #EYELOVE campaign in collaboration with it girl of the moment/supermodel, Gigi Hadid. Stuart Weitzman. Under Armour.

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Sprout Social

JANUARY 16, 2020

Prior to being a $1 billion company , DSC was a relatively unknown up-and-comer in the then-untapped shaving subscription space. This brand of funny-focused and self-aware advertising slowly was slowly but surely adopted by a number of companies over the years. Let’s look at some real-world examples of viral marketing in action.

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Pixlee

DECEMBER 7, 2017

With the end of 2017 approaching, marketers are planning for 2018 with an eye on the key trends that will continue to be prominent. The ability to curate personalized user-generated content more efficiently enables companies to display fresh, updated content more often and to provide a more customized experience for consumers.

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Pixlee

FEBRUARY 14, 2018

The gist of this report is that today’s consumers are seeking companies that are centered on direct consumer relationships and agile supply chains. consumers expect direct connectivity to the companies from which they buy goods and services. According to the study, two-thirds of all U.S. For trust equals data equals growth.

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Pixlee

JANUARY 4, 2018

21, 2017 /PRNewswire-iReach/ — Pixlee , the leading user-generated content (UGC) marketing platform, today announced that it has been selected to join the Shopify Plus Technology Partner Program. SAN FRANCISCO , Dec. SAN FRANCISCO , Dec. User-generated content is a core part today’s online shopping experience.

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Later

JUNE 12, 2020

Twitter and Square CEO, Jack Dorsey was one of the first to announce that his companies will be honoring Juneteenth as a company holiday from now on, in efforts to help instill a sense of pride in his employees. Both Twitter and Square are making #Juneteenth (June 19th) a company holiday in the US, forevermore. You can do it.

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agora pulse

JANUARY 14, 2020

The short-form video app launched in 2017 seems to have catapulted itself into our lives—and left us struggling to find a place for it in our social marketing plans. A super-successful TikTok marketing campaign I loved was #YouOwnIt developed for cosmetics company MAC by ad agency Pulse Advertising. Let’s lay it on the table.

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Buffer Social

APRIL 10, 2017

Utilizing company personalities to build a social media following. Be authentic. Merriam-Webster (@MerriamWebster) February 10, 2017. You’ll also learn other great insights like: How brands and businesses can build a voice of their own. Why it’s important to let your brand voice develop naturally. A Great Moment.

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Sprout Social

APRIL 11, 2017

Branded hashtags are specific to your company. One benefit of branded hashtags is they can be tied back directly to your company. Then the company Regrams some of the best photos onto their own feed. A post shared by Ryder Carroll (@bulletjournal) on Apr 8, 2017 at 5:49am PDT. Branded Hashtags. Community Hashtags.

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