Convince & Convert

DECEMBER 15, 2023

Every week listeners get to hear directly about what is working, what is failing, and how different brands are adapting to the ever-changing nature of social media. Iconic beauty brand Glossier swears by this approach, and it has served them well. What other brands peak their interests? What else is important to them?

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Social Media Strategies Summit

APRIL 21, 2023

With that in mind, we gathered a panel of leading social media marketers to discuss everything you need to know about jumping on trends, including real-world examples of brands that got it right (and wrong). Trends mean different things to different brands. Consumers crave authenticity.

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Ignite Social Media

JUNE 10, 2022

Social holidays are a fun way for your brand to engage with your followers, spread a little cheer, and show some personality. In fact, there are some things your brand should absolutely not celebrate on social. . When determining which holidays are right or wrong for your brand, consider how they relate and resonate with your brand. .

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Sprout Social

FEBRUARY 14, 2023

Social advocacy empowers employees to amplify your brand message in a way that’s consistent with your business’s voice and tone. Kick off your process by taking inspiration from these four brands that have mastered the art of employee amplification. And yet, social advocacy examples continue to be the exception.

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Sprout Social

APRIL 4, 2023

When a brand is able to create positive buzz around their brand by just mentioning a product enhancement or product drop, you know they have a great marketing strategy behind them. But how are some brands, like Apple, able to attract new customers and elevate their positioning in the market with a simple announcement?

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Janet Fouts

JULY 13, 2020

Her in-depth knowledge about social media marketing, branding, sales conversions, and effective marketing tools have earned her spots and top rankings on stages across the nation, including The Special Event and Catersource. Working with influential brands like G.M.,

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Sprout Social

DECEMBER 6, 2023

On and off the clock, they research potential purchases just as everyone else might. Influencer marketing has long been a staple for business-to-consumer (B2C) brands looking to cultivate more authentic connections with their audience. It’s time for B2B brands to embrace the power of influencers. Here’s how.

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Webbiquity SMM

NOVEMBER 8, 2022

People praising a product or brand through ratings and reviews increases its credibility and authority. When researching a product, customers are likely to purchase one that has positive reviews posted across the Internet. Having an expert talk positively about your product can improve trust and enhance brand credibility.

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Buffer Social

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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Social Media Strategies Summit

APRIL 11, 2024

However, the one mistake brands make is using social networks to talk at their audience instead of communicating with their followers. Moreover, research shows that: 79% of consumers favor brand messaging that develops a relationship. Social media is an excellent platform for raising brand awareness and engaging your audience.

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Pixlee

AUGUST 2, 2021

Well-researched and authentic content will always get more followers than pitching products. How Can Podcasts Help Your Brand? The best brand podcasts aren’t simply descriptions of your industry or what products you have to offer; they follow industry-related topics episodically to educate and entertain listeners.

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Sprout Social

JANUARY 12, 2023

External communication, marketing and public relations (PR) have been tricky for brands over the last few years. With a documented brand strategy that incorporates a set of core values, companies are better positioned to engage with their audience on a regular basis as well as respond to unexpected events when they inevitably occur.

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Hootsuite

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

Simply because of the vast amount of data they provide about your brand, your audience, and your competitors in real time. Back in the day, marketers had to dedicate substantial budgets to consumer and competitor research through surveys, focus groups, and market testing. It’s also an important form of competitor research.

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Sprout Social

JULY 28, 2021

Your brand is what people say about you when you’re not in the room. You have to build a structure around that room so that your customer, prospect or industry feels at home with your brand—even if they never use your product. Lay the foundation: Brand positioning. Build the walls: Integrate brand into your product story.

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Convince & Convert

JULY 10, 2012

When you’re authentic, you’re true to yourself. When your brand is authentic, it is true to its mission and purpose. The power in authenticity, whether in your brand or person, is that it leaves no questions unanswered. Authenticity helps you define how they see you, without risking they’ll be confused.

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Ignite Social Media

AUGUST 28, 2023

Influencer marketing can be a game-changer for garnering brand recognition and converting sales, but sometimes, influencers may behave badly or unexpectedly. The judge threw the case out , citing the fact that she had created adverse publicity for the brand which was prohibited in her contract.

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The Realtime Report

APRIL 16, 2024

The measures taken by Google include prioritizing original and authentic reviews over recycled information that passes around aggregator sites. “AI Helms advises companies to adhere to ethical content creation practices, emphasizing quality and authenticity in their work. “We

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Pam Moore

OCTOBER 25, 2020

SocialZoomFactor · Personal Branding: 5 Pillars to Build a Brand of Authority and Influence. Do you need a personal brand in business today? Personal branding is a requirement for any business leader in any niche. You have a personal brand regardless if you consciously designed it or not. . The answer is yes!

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Sprout Social

FEBRUARY 13, 2019

“Your brand is what other people say about you when you’re not in the room.” The answers to these questions reach beyond brand and even marketing. The answers to these questions reach beyond brand and even marketing. Putting insight into action is where brands truly capture the opportunity to better drive connection.

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Pixlee

OCTOBER 24, 2018

The holidays are the most important time of year for your eCommerce business—and authenticity is on the top of every consumer’s mind right now. One reason for this is that consumers trust in marketers and brands is at an all-time low, according to a recent Forrester report. Define your brand mission statement. Identify personas.

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Sprout Social

AUGUST 24, 2020

How do you boil down the entirety of your brand’s goals and impact into a few short sentences? This is where your brand mission comes in. Your brand mission will be a cornerstone in every other aspect of your branding process. What is a brand mission statement? Brand mission vs. other elements your brand.

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Hootsuite

JULY 12, 2022

And all that strategy got us thinking about the relationship between social and brand identity. Classic marketing wisdom used to say the brands we love earn our trust with an amazing product experience and consistent, emotionally resonant messaging. Social-first brands like us are taking it one step further. hot dog combo.

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Social Media Strategies Summit

FEBRUARY 4, 2021

In the US alone, research from Statista shows that B2B marketing spend has already decreased by over 50% in early 2020. Today, the focus will be on Linkedin and how it can help B2B brands. How can you use Linkedin for your brand the right way? Add a profile photo to make your brand credible. Why waste the opportunity?

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The Realtime Report

NOVEMBER 19, 2021

Influencer marketing has quickly become a dominant aspect of any successful brand campaign, reaching a market value of $13.8 But with growing sponsorship opportunities for influencers, it is inevitable that an influx will enter the already saturated space, making it even more difficult for brands to find the right influencer to work with.

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Pam Moore

MARCH 8, 2018

A brand is not a logo, colors, fancy tag line or even a fancy Super Bowl commercial. A brand is not your Facebook page cover video, Twitter background or set of beautifully designed Pinterest boards or images on your Instagram profile. The truth is your brand is all of these things and more. The Living, Breathing, Human Brand.

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The Realtime Report

JANUARY 6, 2022

Why Should a Brand Include AI Voice into Their Audio Content Strategy? Brands that want to stay ahead need to leverage AI Text to Speech convertors to develop the perfect audio content strategy. It allows brands to have a unique voice that represents them and helps them stand out. When to Use a Synthetic Voice for Your Brand?

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Pixlee

OCTOBER 14, 2021

Is your brand active on most social media platforms, but you’re not sure whether you should invest in a TikTok strategy , too? TikTok is not going anywhere anytime soon, so let’s get into the best brand strategies to harness engagement and community on TikTok. Brands have to be alert to a myriad of new trends popping up every day.

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Buffer Social

JANUARY 22, 2024

Instead, I can provide certain themes and insights based on research, expert opinions, and raw instinct for what we might see. A new frontier for influencers and brands on LinkedIn LinkedIn hasn’t been the place to go “just to get a job” in a long time.

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Pixlee

AUGUST 21, 2020

Your brand exists in a world of diversity, and it’s time for your marketing to reflect this. Jack Myers, media ecologist and founder of MediaVillage and AdvancingDiversity.org , says, “ Brands are challenged if they’ve failed to build a foundation of authentic commitment to diversity and inclusion.

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Pixlee

JULY 28, 2021

And while agencies are still playing a vital role in content creation, brands are getting creative with campaign creatives. In fact, most of today’s sophisticated brands are beginning to integrate customers’ ideas and demands into marketing content by collecting and sharing user-generated content (UGC) from real customers.

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Pixlee

FEBRUARY 14, 2018

In addition to that report, the IAB released a lengthier research report called “The Rise of the 21st Century Brand Economy.” The Internet and social media allow these direct brands to have one-to-one conversations with consumers. The IAB’s research validates what we at Pixlee have championed since our inception.

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Sprout Social

NOVEMBER 29, 2021

Several years of research has gone into optimizing the ecommerce checkout process. This report unpacks what brands can learn from these early adopters and how they can become even more competitive in this uncharted market. Brand awareness is the key to unlocking more purchases on social.

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Sprout Social

JUNE 17, 2019

Having a personal brand, whether you’re job hunting, running your own business or at any stage in your career, is essential. One of the best ways to enhance your personal brand is through social media. Embrace authenticity. How important is authenticity on social media? Keep organized.

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Sprout Social

OCTOBER 5, 2021

Brands have made headlines for their gestures of goodwill—like when Calm paid Naomi Osaka’s fines for skipping press meetings to protect her own mental health and Airbnb introduced temporary housing plans for Afghan refugees. We need some skepticism to keep businesses accountable , transparent and authentic.

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Pixlee

FEBRUARY 15, 2018

In addition to that report, the IAB released a lengthier research report called “The Rise of the 21st Century Brand Economy.” The Internet and social media allow these direct brands to have one-to-one conversations with consumers. According to the study, two-thirds of all U.S.

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Sprout Social

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

As more concerns of performative activism arise, consumers are watching to see if those same brands are staying true to their word or if they’ve already moved on and are investing less in their DEI efforts. Cultural heritage months like Black History Month are a cornerstone to many DEI initiatives for brands.

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Pixlee

JANUARY 20, 2022

For brands looking at social media channels to enhance their reach, esports has proven to be a massive opportunity. While there is considerable profit to be generated if you’re part of the esports industry, brands not directly in the gaming industry can also leverage esports viewership to their advantage. Image Source.

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