When Tyler Blevins (“Ninja”) signed his historic multi-million dollar deal with Twitch in 2020, it made headlines for many in the business and marketing world who had no idea gaming influencers had become so popular. But that moment was hardly the peak and gaming influencer marketing has continued to grow since then. Many of the earlier streaming pioneers in gaming are still very active and at the top of the…
You’re likely already familiar with the basics of influencer marketing. If you’ve spent any time on social media, you’ve probably consumed a good amount of influencer marketing delivered by your favorite creators. If you run a brand, you probably know you need to start leveraging this growing marketing channel to achieve more growth and success. But getting started can sometimes be difficult. A brand partnership with an influencer may look…
Influencers have moved from being the stars of social media to also being the stars of the marketing world. This is especially true in the beauty industry where beauty influencer marketing is becoming the dominant channel for brands to reach their customers. These influencers can come from all walks of life and backgrounds and each has their own highly dedicated audience that eagerly awaits each new tutorial or product review….
It’s no secret that influencer marketing is attracting more and more of the share of advertising dollars. Working with influencers and creators can help brands of any size reach highly targeted and engaged audiences. But despite its popularity, there is often some mystery surrounding influencer marketing costs. There is a lot of information out there regarding how much influencers are getting paid by brands. Some of it is accurate, while…
Before digital marketing, B2B advertising always had its own unique style and tone that differed from B2C advertising. Sure, the core concepts of addressing pain points and promoting unique selling points were all there, but there was a formality to the tone and certain techniques and channels were off-limits. Today, social media is changing that and the lines between B2C and B2B are blurring. This shift is most evident in…
Not long after social media became an integral part of modern culture, marketers looked for ways to use this emerging medium to reach new audiences that bypass traditional media channels. In the early days, influencer marketing was seen as best suited for more trivial products similar to what you would see advertised on late-night television. But those days are long gone and influencer marketing is becoming one of the dominant…
Instagram is the third-largest social media platform in use today. While Facebook and YouTube are larger when counting the total number of users, Instagram’s simple and direct format makes it invaluable for brands wanting to create an immediate connection with their target audience. From fashion to food and a plethora of niche interests, Instagram allows for hyper-targeted content that drives unmatched engagement. The most common marketing method for brands to…
We’ve all seen our favorite creators on social media mention products or brands that align with their audience. On the surface, these may look like simple partnerships that easily generate brand awareness and boost sales. But for an influencer campaign to be successful, it takes careful planning, strategy, and execution to ensure the results are positive. While influencer marketing can have enormous upsides and benefits that other marketing channels don’t…
In marketing, you always want to meet your customers where they are. Today, that means reaching customers on the social media platforms that they engage with every day. Paid advertising on these platforms can be part of a well-rounded marketing strategy. But nothing compares to the trust, credibility, and immediate engagement that an influencer campaign can bring to your brand. While influencer campaigns have huge upsides when leveraged correctly, they…
Influencer marketing has been evolving over the past decade, moving past celebrity endorsements and creator product reviews to a valuable part of the marketing mix. With 3.96 million of the world’s population on social media, influencers have become a necessity to influence consumer purchase decisions, boost brand reputation, and foster authentic connections. But successful influencer marketing takes a well-planned and strategic approach to campaigns and collaboration. Types of Influencer Marketing…