Ignite Social Media

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

However, not all trends are created equal when it comes to brand marketing. In this video, Community Managers AnnE Ford and Dervon Thompson will explore how to identify relevant trends for your brand, when to join in on viral trend conversations, and tips for putting your unique spin on trending topics.

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Pixlee

MARCH 31, 2021

In today’s digital landscape, user-generated content (UGC) has become more important than ever as 64% of customers will not only value online reviews but will actively seek them out before making a purchasing decision. We’ve come up with a list of dos and don’ts to help guide you through creating an adaptable UGC strategy. .

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Sherrilynne Starkie

APRIL 26, 2021

This social media app allows users to shoot and post 60 second videos. There are nearly one billion video views each day on TikTok. How a Brand can Make a Presence On TikTok. Embrace User-Generated Content (UGC) to maximize Tik Tok impact. It gives brands authenticity, familiarity and builds trust. Be On Trend.

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Webbiquity SMM

JUNE 21, 2022

say strengthening their brand is a top business objective. However, while most focus on brand awareness, it’s crucial to understand that brand awareness alone doesn’t create conversions and sales. Brands compete for the attention of their customers in real-time, across various channels. Image credit: HubSpot.

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Social Media Strategies Summit

MAY 11, 2023

User-generated content (UGC) is an invaluable tool for higher ed social media marketers , helping them level up their content creation capabilities while building brand trust. According to TINT , three-quarters of consumers find reviews and testimonials submitted by real people more credible than brands talking about themselves.

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Sprout Social

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

In marketing, brand awareness is a significant focus—in fact, it’s likely one of your main goals. In this article, learn how to build your own customer marketing strategy, how it creates customer trust and see some stellar customer marketing examples from brands who are getting it right. This is where customer marketing comes in.

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Ignite Social Media

FEBRUARY 9, 2022

With its infinite scroll functionality, thumb-stopping content, and the high possibility of video virality, TikTok has taken the world by storm and it’s a no-brainer to infer that retailers and CPG brands alike should be thinking of ways to integrate the platform into their social media mix. Taco Bell Loves UGC. Make TikToks.”

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Sprout Social

OCTOBER 24, 2019

From strategy through execution and results, we’ll examine what makes the best brands on social tick — and leave you with some key takeaways to consider for your own brand’s social strategy. But GoPro’s take on UGC is unique in that the product itself is rarely shown. What better way to show off what your best product can do?

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Pixlee

MARCH 17, 2021

Unboxing videos, or videos that show customers taking a product out of it’s package and beginning to use it, are a goldmine for brands. Made popular by YouTube, unboxing videos can now be seen on almost all social media platforms. Inspiring UGC: Use Outstanding Packaging to Wow Your Customers.

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Hootsuite

MAY 18, 2023

Looking to make a splash with short-form video content? Short-form video is all the rage right now, with GWI reporting almost half of all internet usage is devoted to watching video content. But, with so many people jumping on the short-form video ship, standing out is more important than ever. What is short-form video?

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Webbiquity SMM

OCTOBER 17, 2023

And lead gen campaigns on Facebook and Instagram are 10X more expensive than brand awareness advertising. Image credit: WordPress VIP Not surprising: the top four goals of content marketing (like marketing in general) revolve around creating brand awareness, increasing brand credibility, and generating leads or sales.

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Buffer Social

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

With more than 50 billion daily views, YouTube Shorts offers a unique opportunity for content creators to reach a wider audience, promote longer videos, and even increase subscribers. Here are the five key characteristics that set high-performing short-form videos apart, ensuring they resonate with viewers and achieve their intended impact.

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Bill Hartzer

APRIL 4, 2024

The Entertainment Score, a unique metric developed by Dash Hudson, measures the effectiveness of content in capturing and maintaining audience attention on short-form video platforms. This has been further amplified by leveraging Dash Hudson’s insights and user-generated content (UGC), alongside the advertising prowess of Meta.

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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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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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Pixlee

AUGUST 25, 2021

From influencer marketing to video-sharing, Instagram now offers marketers creative space to grow brand awareness on a channel their audience already loves. 90% of brands have a business account on Instagram, which means that this platform is really the center for building a successful brand.

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Pixlee

APRIL 12, 2018

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. Is UGC the Future of Marketing?

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Hootsuite

JANUARY 13, 2022

Or maybe you’ve received a fancy new product, and you post an unboxing video to your YouTube channel? Whether you know it or not, both of these examples are user-generated content (UGC). UGC comes in many forms, including images, videos, reviews, a testimonial, or even a podcast. Where does UGC content come from?

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Pixlee

JANUARY 29, 2019

Between CES and NRF, we’re seeing innovative applications of technology that make brands stand out from the competition. The solution: With the Pixlee platform, users can send UGC straight to the Facebook ad platform to scale their ad content. Instagram Stories and YouTube Video. AI Powered UGC.

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Ignite Social Media

FEBRUARY 6, 2019

It’s pretty much become the new “thing” as people across the world declare their favorite brands, tweet pictures and even buy bathing suits to show their support. Just like sports teams and fast food chains , sparkling and flavored water brands have been using social media channels to bring the popular drink to their thirsty customers.

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Ignite Social Media

APRIL 13, 2022

The brands that get it, get it. This is a similar approach to consumer-first, but community-first is important to consider when building out a social media strategy that’s meant to fuel brand growth and build long-term relationships with customers. But what happens when traditional marketing and social media collide? Mielle Organics.

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Pixlee

JULY 9, 2019

This disconnect results in underutilization of their UGC, leaving money on the table. This disconnect results in underutilization of their UGC, leaving money on the table. Before we get into these tactics, here is how UGC is incorporated within an inbound-aligned company. Inbound Strategy and UGC. Mapping Out Your UGC.

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Ignite Social Media

JULY 19, 2019

When it comes to reaching these users, here are our top travel brands on social. From these pieces of user-generated content (UGC), they are able to populate their main feed with picture-perfect posts that ladder up to other marketing messages. A key part of our social strategy is the curation of UGC. Travel and Leisure.

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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? The short-form video app sprung to life around 2017, but rose to massive popularity at the start of the pandemic in 2020. Brands have to be alert to a myriad of new trends popping up every day.

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Pixlee

AUGUST 10, 2020

TikTok marketing is one of the top new tactics for video-obsessed marketers to try in 2020. TikTok is a video-exclusive platform, and marketing on TikTok means authentic, relatable videos – regardless of your budget. User-generated content (UGC) goes a long way on TikTok. Challenges .

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Ignite Social Media

JANUARY 30, 2017

UGC (user generated content) has been a buzz word in social media for a while now. Personally, I am glad it is a trend that has stuck around and that many brands are embracing. According to a report by BazaarVoice , shoppers that interact with UGC are 97% more likely to convert than customers who do not.

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Sprout Social

APRIL 6, 2022

And product-based brands are flocking to this new technology in droves, with 73% of businesses currently selling on social platforms. In the following paragraphs, we’ll take a look at six examples of notable brands that are taking advantage of Facebook Shops to reduce friction in the buying process and drive sales.

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Pixlee

AUGUST 2, 2021

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. And the best thing about podcasting is that it works as more than a branding tool. Feature Real Customers.

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Social Media Strategies Summit

MAY 24, 2019

Video is a highly effective form of content. And as social media and social advertising has become more important in marketing, the need for video as part of a content strategy has only increased. According to a recent report by Smart Insights, 83% of marketers believe that video is becoming more important. Enter YouTube.

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Pixlee

MAY 28, 2021

Lending itself to images and videos exclusively, the highly visual platform attracts users and visual brands alike. Conversely, non-visual brands, like insurance, software, and other similarly abstract brands can struggle with Instagram as a channel. Building that emotional connection with your brand is key.

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Webbiquity SMM

NOVEMBER 8, 2022

People praising a product or brand through ratings and reviews increases its credibility and authority. Testimonials: People who bought a product or service provide short, quotable statements reflecting their positive brand experiences. Having an expert talk positively about your product can improve trust and enhance brand credibility.

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Pixlee

AUGUST 25, 2021

From influencer marketing to video-sharing, Instagram now offers marketers creative space to grow brand awareness on a channel their audience already loves. 90% of brands have a business account on Instagram, which means that this platform is really the center for building a successful brand.

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Keyhole.co

MARCH 24, 2024

The brand also talks about offbeat places around the world and what makes them unique. The regular contests create excitement, spreading brand awareness and driving increased engagement to the posts. The feed is filled with videos showcasing the unique experiences Airbnb offers, like a sleepover in the hidden library of St.

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Social Media Strategies Summit

JANUARY 3, 2019

In April, the platform saw changes to its API that resulted in the death of Instagram bots, apps that help brands analyze their followers and limitations on the ability to repost UGC. As we move into a new year, brands will need to continually assess and adjust their Instagram strategies to stand out. 1 Madewell. madewell / 1.2

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Pixlee

MAY 13, 2019

Two-thirds of shoppers report that user-generated content makes brands more appealing and authentic (Retail Dive), but can social media alone give you all the content you need? Instagram is without a doubt an incredible source of content for brands – it provides context, encourages engagement, and yields incredible imagery.

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Oktopost

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

Now an essential tool for all marketing efforts, it has changed how brands reach their customers, build awareness, and foster connections with their audiences. And it’s not just about engagement and branding – social media strategies can speed up lead generation and conversions, directly impacting your business ROI.

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Later

FEBRUARY 16, 2021

More than ever, brands are setting themselves apart on social media with creative campaigns — and seeing big results. In this blog post, we highlight 7 brands with awesome social media campaigns to inspire your content strategy in 2021: . Nike’s “Dream Crazy” Video. UGC is a great way to humanize your brand.

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