But it could make partnerships more transactional and finite; if Creative Challenge becomes highly successful, then brand ambassadorships, a leading type of influencer partnership, could wane.
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| Jun 28, 2023
But with the rising popularity of YouTube, TikTok, and Instagram, financial advisors and tax experts are encountering more clients who’ve received incorrect or irrelevant tax advice from social media influencers. Why it’s happening: Young adults who are new to the working world and managing their own finances are at particular risk.
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| Mar 18, 2024
TikTok’s financial influence: We already know that watching highly filtered influencers can cause money dysmorphia in consumers—but there’s more to the equation, as highlighted by NPR. TikTok users often cycle through videos warning about the economic doom that younger generations face.
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| May 8, 2024
The number of US life insurance policyholders is set to decline in the next few years. Understanding roadblocks to coverage in untapped and growing markets can help insurers right the ship.
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| Mar 28, 2024
That’s why influencer marketing has taken off—the popular influencers have cultivated trust with their followers over time, because they present like friends who are giving advice because they care. And they also present products and topics in a way that’s personal to them, such as offering product reviews with unfiltered reactions.
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| Jun 24, 2024
We expect influencer marketing spending to rise by 16.0% to $8.14 billion in 2024. The big picture: The creator economy has gotten so big and diverse that it’s hard to talk about it as a whole. Top creators now command communities and businesses that rival or surpass traditional brands, but the longtail of creators lives in a very different reality.
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| Jul 1, 2024
Engagement on Instagram Reels is lower but not by a huge margin, especially for mega-influencers with more than 10 million followers. Influencer marketers across the board should be embracing social video. Use this chart:. Evaluate influencer marketing strategy. Compare Instagram Reels and TikTok investments. More like this:. 4 ways brands can encourage consumers to buy via social media.
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| Nov 7, 2023
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ĢAV, principal Analyst Tiffani Montez, along with a panel of three successful Gen Z financial influencers will discuss examples of how banks have effectively used social media influencers to connect with and attract Gen Z consumers. Go to the show notes for more information and a link to register.
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| Sep 10, 2024
Key takeaway: The guidelines clarify some regulatory gray areas that could have easily landed social media influencers in legal battles. Perhaps US regulators will be inspired by their UK counterparts. In the meantime, it’s important for FIs on either side of the Atlantic to perform due diligence before partnering with influencers on campaigns.
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| Apr 1, 2024
Some 39.4% of US social media users had made a purchase from an influencer or creator-founded brand in the 12 months preceding our March 2024 survey, for example.
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| Jun 7, 2024
Its business model combines machine learning to scour trends across the internet with tight links to China’s vast manufacturing base and discount-driven social media and influencer marketing. Shein churns out vast quantities of ultracheap apparel that appeals to Gen Zers’ fashion sensibilities—and their relatively limited spending power.
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| May 19, 2023
Several major influencer marketing firms are also expected to have a major presence, including Whalar and Influential, which is taking over prime beach real estate previously held by Twitter. Influencer marketing has become a permanent line item on most brands’ budgets. Spending will continue to increase as campaign prices rise, ad market dynamics shift, and ad creative continues to trend more native.
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| Jun 16, 2023
Are brand-led creator communities the next evolution of influencer marketing? How to get the most out of working with creators and influencers. Guide to influencer marketing: Trends, tactics, and KPIs. Note: An influencer is an individual who can sway the brand preferences, buying decisions, and loyalty of a broader population, regardless of follower count.
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| Apr 22, 2024
The number of entries for Social and Influencer Lions rose 21% YoY. That’s partially due to the fact that Cannes Lions opened up the category to creator content for the first time this year. And the growth in entries is clear evidence that influencer marketing is more than just a line item on brand budgets.
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| Jun 24, 2024
And younger consumers are open to buying scents endorsed by celebrities or key opinion leaders (KOLs), and they make purchases based on factors such as bottle design and packaging. To see the full forecast, click here. What it means for luxury marketers. Luxury fashion brands should invest in driving upper-funnel awareness through digital channels in China, prioritizing video for reach.
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| Oct 9, 2023
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Snapchat could become a bigger player in influencer marketing. Just 17.8% of US marketers will use Snapchat for influencer marketing this year, per our latest forecast. But as more creators turn to the platform, brands will likely want to get more involved as well. While we consider Snapchat a social app, its users primarily use it for more-private visual messaging, which has held some marketers back.
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| Apr 25, 2023
It is planning a concerted marketing effort in 2024, including a London pop-up, an influencer program, and a significant increase in its social media presence. However, it believes sales will likely continue falling as consumer spending remains subdued in 2024. Boohoo also expects a further decline in revenues next year but says it remains committed to marketing.
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| Dec 21, 2023
Creator economy wars heat up: TikTok launches new subscriptions, while Patreon’s Autopilot tool boosts fan conversion rates.
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| Sep 23, 2024
How to get the most out of working with creators and influencers. The way creators make money is changing. The era of influencer efficiency is here. How marketers should measure social media creator campaign performance. Note: US-based creators can generate revenues from audiences or brands located inside or outside of the US.
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| Jun 13, 2024
Social: Gen Zers turn to recommendations from trusted friends, family, and even influencers. The study found that 73% of Gen Zers watch influencer videos, and shop their recommendations 41% more than the general population. Build greater brand loyalty as your consumers scroll. Gen Zers seek out discovery and delight—and are naturally drawn to experiences they can share.
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| Nov 6, 2023
“Social platforms are now a launchpad, rather than a final destination, for many creators,” said our analyst Jasmine Enberg in our Influencer Marketing 2023 report. Creators may be relying more on ad revenues, but US influencer marketing spending will grow faster over the next few years than ad spending, per our forecast. Use this chart:. Evaluate options for working with creators.
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| Sep 14, 2023
However, YouTube is the most popular platform where US internet users watch creator- or influencer-led livestreams, according to The Influencer Marketing Factory. The bottom line: With US retail social commerce sales growing to $130.10 billion by 2026, per our forecast, it’s easy to see why YouTube has social commerce on the brain.
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| Aug 8, 2023
Collaborate with influencers who align with your brand values and target market. This can expand your reach and introduce your ecommerce store to new audiences. Partner with influencers to share your products, create tutorials, or host a one-day account takeover of your account for a day on Instagram Stories. These collaborations can drive engagement and increase brand awareness.
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| May 22, 2023