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Superheroes are just like us, right? Well, maybe not exactly, but we can definitely use our budget and invest it in amazing tools that will beat the competition, like Batman, have the resilience of Superman, or celebrate what sets us apart like so many different super teams. Here are some of the biggest lessons we can learn from across our favorite stories and characters to bring about something good in our own Ecommerce activities. Batman: Use the Right Resource for the Right Job. MORE
User-generated content (UGC) is any type of content created by users of online platforms. It can be in the form of photos, videos, text posts, product reviews, and more. It’s highly trusted by consumers and impacts purchasing decisions. MORE
A landing page is one of the most important elements of your Ecommerce business. But a poorly constructed landing page can cost your business valuable conversions, and leave money on the table. Something that you think looks great might not resonate with your users. MORE
Instagram is on pace for another record year of growth in 2019. With increasing saturation, many brands and influencers alike wonder if gaining Instagram followers actually matters. Follower count sometimes helps to give a brand or influencer legitimacy, but recently, it’s done the exact opposite. In the push to build an Instagram audience, many brands and influencers cut corners by purchasing fake followers that artificially inflate page numbers. MORE
Effective today, April 4, 2018 , and without advance notice with regard to the immediate implementation of the changes, Instagram deployed changes to their API affecting all users of the Instagram API for access to Instagram data. How does Instagram’s API affect Pixlee? MORE
The National Retail Foundation (NRF)’s annual gathering of retail powerhouses is one of the best opportunities to learn from the pros. NRF 2019 is set to showcase industry leaders and the newest tech to reach your customers. Looking to develop a high-tech 2019 ECommerce ECommerce strategy? We’ve curated the sessions we’re excited for so you can make the most of your time at NRF. New retail is not omnichannel retail. Sunday, January 13, 9:15am–9:45am. Stage 3, EXPO Hall, Level 1. MORE
Shoppable user-generated content (UGC) is essential for any modern ecommerce homepage. UGC generates trust, helps drive organic product discovery, and helps brands keep their homepages up to date. By using UGC, online retailers can reduce bounce rates and improve their overall performance. MORE
Video is the most popular form of content with consumers today. It’s convenient, mobile-friendly, and gives you the space to get creative with your message. A visual platform like Instagram is naturally the perfect place to share your brand videos. But for ROI-driven ecommerce brands like yourself, it’s important to know the best practices to really see results from your Insta videos. MORE
One month into 2019, we can tell this year is shaping up to be impactful in the world of visual marketing. Between CES and NRF, we’re seeing innovative applications of technology that make brands stand out from the competition. MORE
Word-of-mouth or referral advertising is a powerful tool rooted in authenticity and trust. Referral advertising is actually the most trusted strategy among millennials, Boomers, and other age groups. In fact, Nielsen found that 83% of consumers trust the recommendations of friends and family over other forms of advertising. MORE
Your content marketing strategy is what drives your ecommerce brand. It boosts your SEO, engages your customers, and gives your online store value. With so many unique content types available today, it’s hard to determine which has the potential to convert your traffic. We’ve identified the six top forms of content that your customers will love. Read on for some inspirational ideas that you can start using for your content strategy today. Embrace the many benefits of user-generated content. MORE
Mary Meeker is ready with her 2017 internet trends report , which she delivered at this year’s Code Conference in California. At 350 pages, there’s a ton of data, but here are the five takeaways that all brands need to know. MORE
Are you as excited as us for the NRF EXPO in New York? With dozens of sessions to attend and industry speakers, your time is at a premium. To prep for the Big Show in the Big Apple, we’ve curated a must-watch list of some famous incumbents and brilliant upstarts that are bringing a fresh take to retail in 2019. Odds are you’ve heard of every company on the list, but take time out of the conference to meet with these amazing brands! Levi, Strauss & Co. MORE
Instagram Stories hasn’t been around for that long – the feature only launched in August 2016. But it has quickly become one of the very best ways for brands to drive engagement and connect with audiences. By November 2017, Instagram Stories had already topped over 300 million daily users. MORE
The blurred background in portrait mode, improved battery saving capabilities, and voice recognition software — these are all functions that have been woven into the average smartphone users’ experience through artificial intelligence. AI is often framed as a world-changing threshold that will be crossed at some point in the future, replete with autonomous robots displacing office workers and self-driving cars dominating the roads. MORE
With larger influencers losing some authenticity and credibility, and with microinfluencers still too pricey, brands are now investing in the vast realm of “nanoinfluencers.” The NYTimes defines nanoinfluencers as social media users with between 1,000 and 5,000 followers — who can drive sales and brand loyalty. Nanoinfluencers’ might seem like a hot new trend, but realistically it’s a new word for an age-old marketing practice. MORE
Product reviews are a huge part of a customer’s buying decision, but where should they appear? Displaying them almost seems counterintuitive to the clean, conversion-oriented design most Ecommerce sites strive for. MORE
Email marketing best practices are critical for ensuring your emails are being well received by your audience. Depending on your email program, you might need to adjust your strategy to maximize your return-on-investment for this channel in 2019. Prepare for 2019 by reviewing the best practices every brand marketer swears by. Clean Your Email List. Email addresses often “go bad” over time. Maybe a follower opted-in with a work email that went invalid after they left the company, for instance. MORE
Today’s consumers rely heavily on social media and tapping into their community when it comes to brand loyalty and their purchase decisions. Brands understand that user-generated content (UGC) that shows real people with your products creates a more engaging shopping experience and builds trust. The question is how to bring the authentic community experience from social media into your stores. MORE
Digitally-Native cosmetics retailer Morphe hit the online makeup scene in 2008 and rapidly established themselves as a cosmetics powerhouse. MORE
Facebook announced this morning they experienced a security issue affecting 50 million accounts. Please be reassured this breach has not affected Pixlee in any way as our engineering team has thoroughly checked our security perimeter in regard to this breach. MORE
It’s 1900. Édouard Michelin and André Michelin, two brothers from Clermont-Ferrand, France faced a challenge of growing their business, a rubber factory that produced tires. The challenge was quite daunting. At the time, there were fewer than 3,000 cars in the country, so their target audience was quite limited. Moreover, car owners don’t buy tires every day, so the sales of Michelin were low. MORE
From YouTube to Yelp, user-generated content (UGC) powers some of the most popular websites in the world. For consumers, it adds trust and transparency to the buying process. For brands, it’s a powerful marketing technique that can double conversion rates and increase average order value. To maximize your team’s success with UGC, consider these common challenges before getting started. You don’t have many customers. MORE
The profit potential of social media can’t be overlooked. As eCommerce surpassed $327 billion in the US by 2016, the share created by social commerce continues to grow, and user-generated content (UGC) is emerging as a key growth engine. That’s because consumers throughout the country are more frequently turning to social media for inspiration, shopping advice, and meaningful connections. MORE
Thanks to the professional-grade cameras on even the most basic smartphones, it is estimated that 1.2 trillion photos were taken last year , and much of this content features a product or experience provided by the brands they love. MORE
Pixlee’s industry-leading UGC platform is known for its extensive content creation, curation, and multi-channel publishing capabilities. MORE
In 2008, the concept of buying eyeglasses online was still just that – a concept. Neil Blumenthal, Dave Gilboa, Andy Hunt and Jeff Raider had the audacity to question (1) why eyeglasses were so expensive and (2) why they weren’t sold online. MORE
In 2016, e-commerce fueled over $360 million in sales within the United States. Experts believe that the value of products sold to consumers will reach $638.1 million by 2022. The way that retailers acquire customers online has changed significantly over the last decade. The days of mass marketing have ended. Today, brands need to find more authentic ways to connect with their existing and potential customers. MORE
You probably encounter social storefronts several times a day but may not know exactly what they are. A social storefront is a functional ecommerce store within an established social media network. Having a social media presence gives brands a chance to engage with customers and to mold the perception of a product, service, or mission. MORE
“You must watch them. You must know them. You must partner with them.”. That was the message that IAB CEO Randall Rothenberg delivered about direct brands in his recent address introducing the “IAB 250 Powered by Dun & Bradstreet” report. MORE
For the 30th anniversary of Nike’s “Just Do It” campaign, the sneaker brand made a risky move by taking a stance on a fraught cultural topic. Since then, Nike has faced some backlash by fans boycotting brand products, but these reactions represent only a fraction of Nike’s customer base. MORE
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. MORE
With brands like Kylie Cosmetics and Fashion Nova leveraging young influencers to skyrocket to enormous valuations overnight, it can sometimes seem like the whole world of social media influence stops with millennials and Generation Z. MORE
Influencer marketing has proven to be one of the most effective forms of connecting with a community. In 2019, this strategy will still use many of the techniques and approaches that were popular in 2018. But there are key trends that brands should be aware of if they want to expand success in their influencer marketing strategy in 2019. Here are the most important trends we’re expecting to see in 2019. . Trend #1. Instagram Will Remain a Key Influencer Marketing Channel. MORE
Travelers are constantly looking for advice from their peers, social media influencers, review websites, magazines, and more. There’s no reason why hotel brands can’t excel in this space by showcasing their extensive knowledge of local culture through robust curated experiences. Most brands already offer curated experiences to guests, but marketing these suggestions with User-Generated Content can make them more visible, attractive, and trustworthy. MORE
Pixlee
FEBRUARY 20, 2019
A landing page is one of the most important elements of your Ecommerce business. But a poorly constructed landing page can cost your business valuable conversions, and leave money on the table. Something that you think looks great might not resonate with your users.
Pixlee
DECEMBER 14, 2018
Digitally-Native cosmetics retailer Morphe hit the online makeup scene in 2008 and rapidly established themselves as a cosmetics powerhouse.
Pixlee
JANUARY 29, 2019
One month into 2019, we can tell this year is shaping up to be impactful in the world of visual marketing. Between CES and NRF, we’re seeing innovative applications of technology that make brands stand out from the competition.
Pixlee
NOVEMBER 20, 2018
Influencer marketing has proven to be one of the most effective forms of connecting with a community. In 2019, this strategy will still use many of the techniques and approaches that were popular in 2018. But there are key trends that brands should be aware of if they want to expand success in their influencer marketing strategy in 2019. Here are the most important trends we’re expecting to see in 2019. . Trend #1. Instagram Will Remain a Key Influencer Marketing Channel.
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Pixlee
MAY 3, 2018
Instagram Stories hasn’t been around for that long – the feature only launched in August 2016. But it has quickly become one of the very best ways for brands to drive engagement and connect with audiences. By November 2017, Instagram Stories had already topped over 300 million daily users.
Pixlee
JANUARY 4, 2019
With brands like Kylie Cosmetics and Fashion Nova leveraging young influencers to skyrocket to enormous valuations overnight, it can sometimes seem like the whole world of social media influence stops with millennials and Generation Z.
Pixlee
NOVEMBER 15, 2018
With larger influencers losing some authenticity and credibility, and with microinfluencers still too pricey, brands are now investing in the vast realm of “nanoinfluencers.” The NYTimes defines nanoinfluencers as social media users with between 1,000 and 5,000 followers — who can drive sales and brand loyalty. Nanoinfluencers’ might seem like a hot new trend, but realistically it’s a new word for an age-old marketing practice.
Pixlee
DECEMBER 12, 2018
Email marketing best practices are critical for ensuring your emails are being well received by your audience. Depending on your email program, you might need to adjust your strategy to maximize your return-on-investment for this channel in 2019. Prepare for 2019 by reviewing the best practices every brand marketer swears by. Clean Your Email List. Email addresses often “go bad” over time. Maybe a follower opted-in with a work email that went invalid after they left the company, for instance.
Pixlee
FEBRUARY 8, 2019
The blurred background in portrait mode, improved battery saving capabilities, and voice recognition software — these are all functions that have been woven into the average smartphone users’ experience through artificial intelligence. AI is often framed as a world-changing threshold that will be crossed at some point in the future, replete with autonomous robots displacing office workers and self-driving cars dominating the roads.
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Use this guide to inspire your creativity and ignite more successful and sustainable social media conversations.
Pixlee
DECEMBER 18, 2018
Instagram is on pace for another record year of growth in 2019. With increasing saturation, many brands and influencers alike wonder if gaining Instagram followers actually matters. Follower count sometimes helps to give a brand or influencer legitimacy, but recently, it’s done the exact opposite. In the push to build an Instagram audience, many brands and influencers cut corners by purchasing fake followers that artificially inflate page numbers.
Pixlee
MAY 15, 2018
Thanks to the professional-grade cameras on even the most basic smartphones, it is estimated that 1.2 trillion photos were taken last year , and much of this content features a product or experience provided by the brands they love.
Pixlee
DECEMBER 4, 2018
Product reviews are a huge part of a customer’s buying decision, but where should they appear? Displaying them almost seems counterintuitive to the clean, conversion-oriented design most Ecommerce sites strive for.
Pixlee
FEBRUARY 1, 2019
Word-of-mouth or referral advertising is a powerful tool rooted in authenticity and trust. Referral advertising is actually the most trusted strategy among millennials, Boomers, and other age groups. In fact, Nielsen found that 83% of consumers trust the recommendations of friends and family over other forms of advertising.
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Pixlee
SEPTEMBER 28, 2018
Facebook announced this morning they experienced a security issue affecting 50 million accounts. Please be reassured this breach has not affected Pixlee in any way as our engineering team has thoroughly checked our security perimeter in regard to this breach.
Pixlee
APRIL 4, 2018
Effective today, April 4, 2018 , and without advance notice with regard to the immediate implementation of the changes, Instagram deployed changes to their API affecting all users of the Instagram API for access to Instagram data. How does Instagram’s API affect Pixlee?
Pixlee
SEPTEMBER 19, 2018
You probably encounter social storefronts several times a day but may not know exactly what they are. A social storefront is a functional ecommerce store within an established social media network. Having a social media presence gives brands a chance to engage with customers and to mold the perception of a product, service, or mission.
Pixlee
SEPTEMBER 17, 2018
For the 30th anniversary of Nike’s “Just Do It” campaign, the sneaker brand made a risky move by taking a stance on a fraught cultural topic. Since then, Nike has faced some backlash by fans boycotting brand products, but these reactions represent only a fraction of Nike’s customer base.
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Learn the 10 worst social media marketing mistakes and how to avoid them.
Pixlee
NOVEMBER 6, 2017
Hashtags are an integral part of finding and joining social conversations on a number of platforms, including Twitter, Instagram, and Pinterest.
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.
Pixlee
JANUARY 18, 2019
Video is the most popular form of content with consumers today. It’s convenient, mobile-friendly, and gives you the space to get creative with your message. A visual platform like Instagram is naturally the perfect place to share your brand videos. But for ROI-driven ecommerce brands like yourself, it’s important to know the best practices to really see results from your Insta videos.
Pixlee
FEBRUARY 21, 2018
“You must watch them. You must know them. You must partner with them.”. That was the message that IAB CEO Randall Rothenberg delivered about direct brands in his recent address introducing the “IAB 250 Powered by Dun & Bradstreet” report.
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Discover just how easy it is to boost SEO with social media.
Pixlee
MAY 29, 2017
In 2008, the concept of buying eyeglasses online was still just that – a concept. Neil Blumenthal, Dave Gilboa, Andy Hunt and Jeff Raider had the audacity to question (1) why eyeglasses were so expensive and (2) why they weren’t sold online.
Pixlee
SEPTEMBER 25, 2018
Superheroes are just like us, right? Well, maybe not exactly, but we can definitely use our budget and invest it in amazing tools that will beat the competition, like Batman, have the resilience of Superman, or celebrate what sets us apart like so many different super teams. Here are some of the biggest lessons we can learn from across our favorite stories and characters to bring about something good in our own Ecommerce activities. Batman: Use the Right Resource for the Right Job.
Pixlee
MAY 31, 2017
Mary Meeker is ready with her 2017 internet trends report , which she delivered at this year’s Code Conference in California. At 350 pages, there’s a ton of data, but here are the five takeaways that all brands need to know.
Pixlee
NOVEMBER 21, 2017
Pixlee’s industry-leading UGC platform is known for its extensive content creation, curation, and multi-channel publishing capabilities.
Pixlee
JANUARY 11, 2019
Your content marketing strategy is what drives your ecommerce brand. It boosts your SEO, engages your customers, and gives your online store value. With so many unique content types available today, it’s hard to determine which has the potential to convert your traffic. We’ve identified the six top forms of content that your customers will love. Read on for some inspirational ideas that you can start using for your content strategy today. Embrace the many benefits of user-generated content.
Pixlee
DECEMBER 31, 2018
Are you as excited as us for the NRF EXPO in New York? With dozens of sessions to attend and industry speakers, your time is at a premium. To prep for the Big Show in the Big Apple, we’ve curated a must-watch list of some famous incumbents and brilliant upstarts that are bringing a fresh take to retail in 2019. Odds are you’ve heard of every company on the list, but take time out of the conference to meet with these amazing brands! Levi, Strauss & Co.
Pixlee
OCTOBER 10, 2018
Travelers are constantly looking for advice from their peers, social media influencers, review websites, magazines, and more. There’s no reason why hotel brands can’t excel in this space by showcasing their extensive knowledge of local culture through robust curated experiences. Most brands already offer curated experiences to guests, but marketing these suggestions with User-Generated Content can make them more visible, attractive, and trustworthy.
Pixlee
AUGUST 23, 2018
Today’s consumers rely heavily on social media and tapping into their community when it comes to brand loyalty and their purchase decisions. Brands understand that user-generated content (UGC) that shows real people with your products creates a more engaging shopping experience and builds trust. The question is how to bring the authentic community experience from social media into your stores.
Pixlee
FEBRUARY 23, 2018
In 2016, e-commerce fueled over $360 million in sales within the United States. Experts believe that the value of products sold to consumers will reach $638.1 million by 2022. The way that retailers acquire customers online has changed significantly over the last decade. The days of mass marketing have ended. Today, brands need to find more authentic ways to connect with their existing and potential customers.
Pixlee
DECEMBER 27, 2018
It’s 1900. Édouard Michelin and André Michelin, two brothers from Clermont-Ferrand, France faced a challenge of growing their business, a rubber factory that produced tires. The challenge was quite daunting. At the time, there were fewer than 3,000 cars in the country, so their target audience was quite limited. Moreover, car owners don’t buy tires every day, so the sales of Michelin were low.
Pixlee
SEPTEMBER 27, 2018
From YouTube to Yelp, user-generated content (UGC) powers some of the most popular websites in the world. For consumers, it adds trust and transparency to the buying process. For brands, it’s a powerful marketing technique that can double conversion rates and increase average order value. To maximize your team’s success with UGC, consider these common challenges before getting started. You don’t have many customers.
Pixlee
DECEMBER 21, 2018
The National Retail Foundation (NRF)’s annual gathering of retail powerhouses is one of the best opportunities to learn from the pros. NRF 2019 is set to showcase industry leaders and the newest tech to reach your customers. Looking to develop a high-tech 2019 ECommerce ECommerce strategy? We’ve curated the sessions we’re excited for so you can make the most of your time at NRF. New retail is not omnichannel retail. Sunday, January 13, 9:15am–9:45am. Stage 3, EXPO Hall, Level 1.
Pixlee
SEPTEMBER 7, 2018
The profit potential of social media can’t be overlooked. As eCommerce surpassed $327 billion in the US by 2016, the share created by social commerce continues to grow, and user-generated content (UGC) is emerging as a key growth engine. That’s because consumers throughout the country are more frequently turning to social media for inspiration, shopping advice, and meaningful connections.
Pixlee
JULY 10, 2017
User-generated content (UGC) is any type of content created by users of online platforms. It can be in the form of photos, videos, text posts, product reviews, and more. It’s highly trusted by consumers and impacts purchasing decisions.
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