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Social media marketing
fromForbes
8 hours ago

The Next Disruption In Social Media: Impact Over Attention

Future social networks will prioritize action-oriented platforms that foster real-world collaboration and value creation using AI and impact-based rewards.
Social media marketing
fromHer Campus
1 day ago

THE RISE OF RELATABILITY AND THE FALL OF 'THE INFLUENCER'

A shift towards more relatable, authentic content on social media is emerging, moving away from traditional influencer culture.
Social media marketing
fromForbes
4 days ago

5 Social Media-Based Side Hustles To Make Extra Income Online

Social media offers lucrative side hustle opportunities, including management services, live shopping, UGC creation, and paid ads services.
Social media marketing
fromForbes
8 hours ago

The Next Disruption In Social Media: Impact Over Attention

Future social networks will prioritize action-oriented platforms that foster real-world collaboration and value creation using AI and impact-based rewards.
Online marketing
fromForbes
5 hours ago

Why Keywords Are Replacing Hashtags As The Social Media North Star

The era of hashtags for social media discoverability is fading, replaced by social SEO driven by intent-based keywords.
Social media marketing
fromHer Campus
1 day ago

THE RISE OF RELATABILITY AND THE FALL OF 'THE INFLUENCER'

A shift towards more relatable, authentic content on social media is emerging, moving away from traditional influencer culture.
Media industry
fromNatesilver
1 day ago

Social media is turning into a freak show

Social media's influence on content quality and publisher success has led to a crisis in foreign policy and political communication.
Digital life
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

UK social media users less active on tech platforms due to rise of video apps

Social media activity in the UK is declining due to video app popularity and concerns over past posts affecting users' reputations.
Social media marketing
fromForbes
4 days ago

5 Social Media-Based Side Hustles To Make Extra Income Online

Social media offers lucrative side hustle opportunities, including management services, live shopping, UGC creation, and paid ads services.
Fashion & style
fromVogue
13 hours ago

Are Haul Videos Making Fashion's Returns Problem Worse?

Creators oppose overconsumption but face unavoidable returns, prompting luxury retailers to implement strict return policies to combat fraud.
#branding
Web design
fromMajic 102.3
1 day ago

How speed is redefining modern branding in today's world

Speed is essential for branding; fast-loading websites enhance professionalism and improve search rankings.
fromFortune
2 days ago
Marketing

The corporate 'storyteller' is marketing's newest messiah-and just as hollow as every buzzword before it | Fortune

Web design
fromMajic 102.3
1 day ago

How speed is redefining modern branding in today's world

Speed is essential for branding; fast-loading websites enhance professionalism and improve search rankings.
Marketing
fromFortune
2 days ago

The corporate 'storyteller' is marketing's newest messiah-and just as hollow as every buzzword before it | Fortune

The Storyteller has emerged as a new branding concept, embodying wisdom and insight into the human condition amidst consumer distrust.
Design
fromDesign Milk
53 minutes ago

IKEA Emerges a Cheeky Disruptor in the Collectible Space

IKEA's GREJSIMOJS collection disrupts the exclusivity of Miami Design Week by embracing playfulness and emotional design.
#tiktok
Media industry
fromDigiday
1 hour ago

TikTok's Khartoon Weiss to exit the platform as its head of global business

Khartoon Weiss is leaving TikTok to pursue a new opportunity, ensuring continuity in the ad business during the transition.
London food
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Not quite Greggs': TikTok creators put London's gentrified' bakeries to the test

A TikTok trend emerged where locals review upmarket cafes in north London, highlighting gentrification and community reactions.
Media industry
fromDigiday
1 hour ago

TikTok's Khartoon Weiss to exit the platform as its head of global business

Khartoon Weiss is leaving TikTok to pursue a new opportunity, ensuring continuity in the ad business during the transition.
London food
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Not quite Greggs': TikTok creators put London's gentrified' bakeries to the test

A TikTok trend emerged where locals review upmarket cafes in north London, highlighting gentrification and community reactions.
Marketing tech
fromExchangewire
9 hours ago

AI Agents are Becoming the Fourth Place of Commerce and OOH is Shaping their Choices

AI agents are becoming a significant factor in commerce, influencing consumer decisions and brand visibility.
fromYanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
7 hours ago

McDonald's Just Built a Gadget That Every Gamer Has Needed Forever - Yanko Design

Archie is a small arch-shaped piece that essentially bridges the two sticks on your controller. It's not a Bluetooth gadget loaded with firmware updates or a subscription service. It's just a clever piece of physical design that does exactly what it needs to do and nothing more.
Video games
Marketing
fromForbes
4 hours ago

Adam W Is Taking Creator Strategy Off Screen And Into The Real World

Adam Waheed transitions to Chief Digital Officer at Stic, merging digital comedy with innovative advertising strategies.
Mental health
fromSilicon Canals
3 hours ago

Psychology says people who intentionally limit their social media use aren't more disciplined than everyone else - they became more honest about what the unlimited version was replacing, which was the interior life, the undirected thought, the boredom that produces things, and once they understood what was being replaced they didn't need discipline, they needed only the honesty to stop - Silicon Canals

Boredom can lead to meaningful engagement and creativity, rather than being a sign of lack of activity.
Psychology
fromSilicon Canals
8 hours ago

8 things people in their 30s quietly stop doing that everyone in their 20s thinks are essential - Silicon Canals

People in their 30s reassess priorities, realizing that not all friendships or activities require equal investment of time and energy.
Science
fromMail Online
9 hours ago

NASA fans shocked by NUTELLA - 'greatest free advert in history'

A floating jar of Nutella during the Artemis II mission has become a viral sensation and a unique marketing opportunity for the brand.
Growth hacking
fromEntrepreneur
1 day ago

Want To Retain More Customers? Make This Marketing Shift.

Insufficient documentation and poor support contribute to customer churn by hindering product value discovery.
Careers
fromFast Company
9 hours ago

Call it whatever you like: Personal brand, career brand, or professional reputation. Here's how to build it

Visibility and influence in the workplace require more than just doing good work; they depend on building trust and presence across various channels.
#pet-market
Pets
fromAol
19 hours ago

How TikTok and Smart Tech Are Reshaping What Pet Owners Buy

Pet owners are increasingly selective in their purchases, influenced by social media and technology in the pet care market.
Pets
fromAol
19 hours ago

How TikTok and Smart Tech Are Reshaping What Pet Owners Buy

Pet owners are increasingly selective in their purchases, influenced by social media and technology in the pet care market.
Pets
fromAol
19 hours ago

How TikTok and Smart Tech Are Reshaping What Pet Owners Buy

Pet owners are increasingly selective in their purchases, influenced by social media and technology in the pet care market.
Pets
fromAol
19 hours ago

How TikTok and Smart Tech Are Reshaping What Pet Owners Buy

Pet owners are increasingly selective in their purchases, influenced by social media and technology in the pet care market.
Mindfulness
fromWIRED
6 hours ago

My Blissful, Unbothered Life as a 'Do Not Disturb' Maximalist

Ignoring push notifications through Do Not Disturb mode can enhance life quality by reducing distractions and setting boundaries.
fromApaonline
1 day ago

How to Deal with Online Virtue Signaling

Virtue signaling often manifests in social media posts that aim to elevate one's moral standing without genuine commitment to the cause, leading to frustration among observers.
Philosophy
Photography
fromAol
20 hours ago

31 photos that show what life looked like in 1985

1985 was characterized by iconic pop culture, fashion, and childhood experiences captured in everyday life through photographs.
Startup companies
fromwww.businessinsider.com
2 days ago

I founded Culture Pop in my 50s, but my youngest hires keep it relevant and fresh

Tom First founded Culture Pop, a probiotic soda brand, focusing on health-conscious consumers and achieving significant revenue growth in a competitive market.
Berlin food
fromTasting Table
18 hours ago

Why Is Cereal So Expensive Now? - Tasting Table

Cereal prices are rising due to inflation, decreased demand, and increased production costs, impacting consumer purchasing habits.
London food
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Life's unbearable without silly little snacks. Where would we be without Trader Joe's or M&S? | Bim Adewunmi

Cultural exchange is evident in the presence of Trader Joe's tote bags in London, highlighting the connection between the US and UK consumer habits.
fromInc
1 day ago

This AI Startup Gives Customers Spoons Instead of Swag. It's a Marketing Lesson Any Founder Can Steal

Denton's first rule: "Make it different, but relevant." The more unusual your swag is, the more likely people will remember it, want it, and share it online.
Graphic design
fromThe Strategist
1 day ago

A Spring Guide to Shopping in New York City

The New Museum Store has reopened and is now more than twice its previous size, featuring artist-collaboration pieces and unique products like bodega-themed charms and specialty chocolates.
DC food
E-Commerce
fromEarth911
1 day ago

Sustainability In Your Ear: Don Carli On Tuning What We See Online To Reduce eCommerce Returns

Retail returns will cost $850 billion in 2026, with 22% due to products not matching online expectations.
Music production
fromPitchfork
1 day ago

Mall Walking With dexter in the newsagent

Charmaine Ayoku explores her artistic voice through grief and creativity, culminating in her mixtape 'Time Flies' released in 2025.
fromArtnet News
1 day ago

The Business of KAWS: What Data and a Museum Show Reveal About His Market | Artnet News

KAWS has shown an uncanny ability to connect with a wide variety of people. Younger buyers clamor for his $50 Uniqlo T-shirts, while trophy-hunting collectors shell out millions for paintings.
Arts
Online Community Development
fromTechCrunch
1 day ago

As people look for ways to make new friends, here are the apps promising to help | TechCrunch

The rise of friendship apps addresses increasing loneliness and social isolation, providing platforms for meaningful connections among individuals.
Artificial intelligence
fromDigiday
1 day ago

AI talk at retail events shifts to proving real results, defining a true strategy

AI has evolved from experimentation to a focus on proven strategies and increased productivity in retail.
UX design
fromIndie Hackers
2 days ago

I Found Blue Ocean in the Most Crowded Market on the Internet

Most form builders focus on creation, neglecting post-publish management, revealing a significant gap in the market.
fromFast Company
3 days ago

Why Gen Z is fangirling over Apple's 'Finder Guy' mascot

Finder Guy is an adorably chunky, dual-toned blue creature with a rounded head and a perpetual smile. Apple is being fairly tight-lipped about him; he hasn't been officially announced or acknowledged by the company.
Apple
#meta
fromFuturism
2 days ago
Wearables

We Can't Even Imagine the Eating Disorders This New Meta Smart Glasses Feature Will Cause

Social media marketing
fromForbes
1 day ago

The Meta Trial And Navigating The Post-Addiction Landscape For Brands

Meta faces legal challenges regarding social media addiction, potentially altering advertising practices and brand strategies on these platforms.
Wearables
fromFuturism
2 days ago

We Can't Even Imagine the Eating Disorders This New Meta Smart Glasses Feature Will Cause

Meta's Ray-Ban AI glasses may exacerbate eating disorders with features that track and log food intake automatically.
Social media marketing
fromForbes
1 day ago

The Meta Trial And Navigating The Post-Addiction Landscape For Brands

Meta faces legal challenges regarding social media addiction, potentially altering advertising practices and brand strategies on these platforms.
Relationships
fromSilicon Canals
3 days ago

Nobody tells you that expecting instant replies is a relatively new social norm - and that an entire generation learned to communicate in ways that never required it - Silicon Canals

Instant communication has created pressure that undermines meaningful relationships, which thrived in a slower-paced era of correspondence.
East Bay food
fromBon Appetit
4 days ago

Rave in Aisle 4! The Hottest New Club Is Your Grocery Store

International grocery stores and coffee shops are transforming nightlife by creating community-focused events that celebrate culture and provide sober alternatives.
UK news
fromwww.bbc.com
4 days ago

Children sell knives like clothes online, MP says

Children are increasingly buying and selling knives online, prompting government action to combat knife crime and exploitation.
Television
fromwww.businessinsider.com
6 days ago

This company is turning YouTube videos into TV shows as streamers chase Gen Alpha

Streamers are launching creator content to attract Gen Alpha away from YouTube, with Pocket.watch leading the initiative.
Fashion & style
fromFast Company
1 hour ago

Sunnie is releasing 'the teen mag we always wished existed' with its first limited-edition zine

Target stores will feature a Sunnie endcap with a zine, book picks, and products aimed at young women.
#ai-in-advertising
Marketing tech
fromForbes
5 hours ago

4 Ways To Stay Authentic In The Age Of AI

Consumer backlash against AI in advertising stems from a perceived lack of authenticity, not the technology itself.
Marketing
fromForbes
1 day ago

How Agencies Survive AI, According To The Man Who Built Advertising's Biggest Empire

Agencies must adapt to AI's impact on production and client expectations to survive in the evolving landscape of the knowledge economy.
Marketing tech
fromForbes
5 hours ago

4 Ways To Stay Authentic In The Age Of AI

Consumer backlash against AI in advertising stems from a perceived lack of authenticity, not the technology itself.
Marketing
fromForbes
1 day ago

How Agencies Survive AI, According To The Man Who Built Advertising's Biggest Empire

Agencies must adapt to AI's impact on production and client expectations to survive in the evolving landscape of the knowledge economy.
Digital life
fromEntrepreneur
1 day ago

4 Business Ideas That Serve the World's Wealthiest Age Group

The growing senior population presents significant opportunities in technology aimed at enhancing their quality of life and independence.
fromFood Dive
1 day ago

The new flavor pipeline: How social media is rewriting the rules of food and beverage innovation

Brands that are already developing nostalgic, holiday-inspired flavors are the ones best positioned to win when consumer demand shifts.
Marketing
fromSilicon Canals
22 hours ago

The thing boomers know now that younger generations are still learning the hard way - that the people who make you feel small usually need the room you're taking up - Silicon Canals

The people who need you to shrink are dealing with their own stuff. After decades of running my own electrical contracting business, I've worked in hundreds of homes. Rich people, poor people, and everyone in between. You know what I noticed? The people who treated me like I was beneath them were always the ones fighting their own battles.
Careers
Music production
fromBusiness Matters
5 days ago

Why SMEs Should Treat Music as Part of the Customer Experience

Music significantly influences customer experience and brand perception in SMEs, yet it is often overlooked in favor of visual elements.
fromPetaPixel
1 day ago

The Secrets Behind a Successful Photography Business

Running a photography business can be incredible fun, offering unique experiences and opportunities to meet diverse people. However, it requires significant dedication and effort, often demanding extra hours beyond a typical workweek.
Photography
Graphic design
fromApartment Therapy
1 day ago

This Item Designers Always Buy First at the Flea Market Will Make Your Home Look More Expensive

Designers prioritize art when shopping at flea markets for unique and affordable pieces.
#dtc-beauty
E-Commerce
fromBradenton Herald
3 days ago

12-year-old beauty brand closing nearly all stores

The DTC beauty model faces challenges requiring brands to prioritize profitability and adapt to shifting consumer expectations.
E-Commerce
fromMerced Sun-Star
3 days ago

12-year-old beauty brand closing nearly all stores

The DTC beauty model faces challenges requiring brands to prioritize profitability and adapt strategies amid rising costs and changing consumer expectations.
E-Commerce
fromBradenton Herald
3 days ago

12-year-old beauty brand closing nearly all stores

The DTC beauty model faces challenges requiring brands to prioritize profitability and adapt to shifting consumer expectations.
E-Commerce
fromMerced Sun-Star
3 days ago

12-year-old beauty brand closing nearly all stores

The DTC beauty model faces challenges requiring brands to prioritize profitability and adapt strategies amid rising costs and changing consumer expectations.
fromArchitectural Digest
4 days ago

I'm Done Sourcing So Much Online. Here's Why

The convenience of sourcing online is fraught with more pitfalls than most of us want to admit. Try finding adequate photos of a vintage piece's condition-close-ups of the fabric, video of damaged areas, any images of a piece's rear or underside!
UX design
fromAdweek
4 hours ago

The 2026 Brand Genius Creators: Innovating How to Connect With Audiences

Michelladonna goes around the world to celebrate the cats who live and work in bodegas, corner stores, and repair shops on her show, Shop Cats. The bilingual series launched in 2024 on creator-led production platform Mad Realities, and quickly found an audience drawn to its feline stars and Michelladonna's energy and humor.
Media industry
fromAdweek
4 hours ago

The 2026 Agencies Vanguard: Defying the Odds to Make Work That Resonates

Erica Roberts led BBH USA into its most successful creative and commercial chapter yet, with 75% year-over-year growth and 27 campaigns launched. Her RFI conversion rate is 100%, with a 78% pitch win rate that brought on new accounts including Arby's, Bacardi, Keurig Dr Pepper, and Kenvue.
Marketing
#gen-z
Fashion & style
fromEntrepreneur
1 day ago

Gen Z Is Bringing the Mall Back From the Dead. Here's How 'Mallmaxxing' Is Reshaping Retail.

Gen Z is revitalizing American malls by creating viral content and demanding physical retail experiences.
Digital life
fromFortune
6 days ago

Gen Z is engineering an analog future - and it's at least a $5 billion opportunity | Fortune

Gen Z expresses nostalgia for a tech-free past, longing for simpler times before social media and constant connectivity.
Marketing
fromForbes
4 days ago

Brands Keep Treating Gen Z Like Younger Millennials, And It's Costing Them

Gen Z prioritizes secondhand shopping and demands transparency from brands, signaling a shift in consumer behavior and expectations compared to millennials.
Fashion & style
fromEntrepreneur
1 day ago

Gen Z Is Bringing the Mall Back From the Dead. Here's How 'Mallmaxxing' Is Reshaping Retail.

Gen Z is revitalizing American malls by creating viral content and demanding physical retail experiences.
Digital life
fromFortune
6 days ago

Gen Z is engineering an analog future - and it's at least a $5 billion opportunity | Fortune

Gen Z expresses nostalgia for a tech-free past, longing for simpler times before social media and constant connectivity.
Marketing
fromForbes
4 days ago

Brands Keep Treating Gen Z Like Younger Millennials, And It's Costing Them

Gen Z prioritizes secondhand shopping and demands transparency from brands, signaling a shift in consumer behavior and expectations compared to millennials.
Digital life
fromBuzzFeed
4 days ago

22 Still-Popular Things That Older People Thought Would Just Be "Quick Fads"

Certain trends and cultural phenomena have persisted far beyond initial expectations of being mere fads.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Six great reads: the OnlyFans legacy, stolen cargo and Meta's creepy' glasses

Leonid Radvinsky's death leaves a void in the leadership of OnlyFans, a platform that has transformed the adult content landscape. His secretive management style and the controversies surrounding the site have raised questions about its future direction and stability.
Photography
Social media marketing
fromLindsey Gamble
17 hours ago

Meta Launches New Shopping & Affiliate Tools for Creators, Signaling a Bigger Push Into Affiliate Marketing - Lindsey Gamble

Meta introduces new affiliate marketing features on Facebook and Instagram to streamline creator earnings and enhance shopping experiences.
Fashion & style
fromEntrepreneur
22 hours ago

They Brought in $5K Per Weekend at Craft Fairs - Then $1.5M a Year - Thanks to an Unusual Business Model: 'Incredibly Fast Scale'

Chen and Wu launched Never Have I Ever, a beauty startup focused on wearable art, achieving $1.5 million in revenue and a 'Shark Tank' deal.
Marketing
fromMarTech
1 day ago

AI and empathy define the next era of marketing systems | MarTech

Brands must build with intention to protect customers from overwhelming experiences and improve retention and profit growth.
E-Commerce
fromVogue
4 days ago

Can TikTok Shop Help Mac Cosmetics Gain Momentum?

Mac Cosmetics has launched on TikTok Shop to connect with 1 billion users amid declining sales in traditional retail.
Marketing tech
fromFast Company
9 hours ago

In the age of AI agents, your customer may still buy from you, but they may no longer visit you

The rise of AI agents is shifting customer interactions away from traditional company-controlled interfaces.
fromThe Atlantic
3 days ago

How Some People Became So Averse to Hype

Anna Holmes defines 'hype aversion' as a reflex against being told what to like, suggesting that popularity can create pressure rather than signal quality. This feeling can lead to a deliberate choice to resist mainstream culture.
Media industry
Marketing
fromFortune
2 days ago

How Corporate Natalie turned a $500 brand deal into a creator empire-and her own agency | Fortune

Natalie Marshall, known as Corporate Natalie, turned a side project into a successful brand with millions of followers and multiple brand partnerships.
E-Commerce
fromMan of Many
6 days ago

GOAT's New Discount Sneakers.com Marketplace Proves Hype Bubble Has Burst | Man of Many

GOAT Group launched Sneakers.com, a discount sneaker platform offering up to 91% off, signaling a shift from hype to value-driven consumer needs.
fromThe Atlantic
4 weeks ago

What's the Point of a Drop When Everything's a Drop?

Scarcity is humanity's great motivator. This has been true forever, since back when we were basically apes: The most important resources-food, shelter, mates-were the ones that were most in demand. Shortage meant value, and being attuned to value meant staying alive. We learned to focus on the rare thing at the expense of what was around it-psychologists call this "tunneling"-and to prioritize avoiding loss over gaining rewards.
Coffee
Fashion & style
fromwww.businessinsider.com
5 days ago

Inside the hype train for Trader Joe's TikTok-viral lavender tote bag

Trader Joe's lavender tote bag created high demand, leading fans to queue early for purchase, reflecting the brand's strong customer loyalty.
Social media marketing
fromInc
1 day ago

These Marketing Leaders Were Asked How They'd Spend an Extra $1 Million-and Their Answers Reveal Where Social Is Headed

Increased marketing budgets should focus on user-generated content and in-person events to drive engagement and conversions.
Marketing tech
fromMarTech
1 day ago

Three first-party data strategies retail brands are prioritizing now | MarTech

Mid-market retail brands can effectively collect first-party data through loyalty programs, progressive profiling, and content-commerce integration.
Social media marketing
fromThe Motley Fool
23 hours ago

This Is a Troubling Trend Meta Platforms Investors Should Watch Out for in Future Quarters | The Motley Fool

Meta Platforms faces challenges as expenses grow faster than revenue, impacting earnings growth and stock performance.
Marketing
fromEntrepreneur
4 days ago

How to Navigate Brand Authenticity in the Age of AI Slop

Originality and authenticity in content are essential for brands to stand out in a saturated market dominated by low-quality AI-generated content.
fromFast Company
1 week ago

'Leverage the local': The fashion trend that explains why everyone around you is channeling their inner tourist

Clothing that bears the name of a city near or far has become a closet staple for many consumers in recent years, evolving from impulse purchases to mainstream fashion.
Fashion & style
Marketing
fromSfgate
3 days ago

Tips to create short-form video to reach new audiences

Creating short-form videos is essential for businesses to effectively reach audiences and drive growth.
Marketing tech
fromThedrum
1 week ago

From football to fashion: How smartphones embrace consumers

AI and fashion collaborations are reshaping mobile marketing strategies, enabling brands to engage consumers through lifestyle rather than just technology.
Social media marketing
fromWCVB
3 days ago

These creators helping viewers save money. Here's how

Deinfluencers encourage sustainable living and mindful spending, promoting alternatives to consumerism in response to economic challenges.
Marketing
fromBevindustry
4 days ago

Recasting Our Point of Reference in Beverage

The beverage industry is shifting back to large brands acquiring established players rather than nurturing small, niche brands.
Marketing
fromFast Company
5 days ago

Brands are getting more physical

Marketers are increasingly focusing on physical experiences to foster human connection and emotional engagement with consumers.
fromThe Cut
6 days ago

Brand Names Are in Crisis

"Any time you have to explain your name, you're essentially apologizing for it," says Alexandra Watkins, the founder of naming firm Eat My Words. Her deal-breakers for names include 'looks like a typo' and 'hard to pronounce.'
Marketing
Marketing
fromForbes
6 days ago

The Great Convergence: Why The Creator Economy's Future Belongs To Those Who Unite Social, Brand, And Talent

The entertainment industry is shifting power to creators, with traditional advertising losing relevance as the creator economy rapidly expands.
Marketing
fromwww.businessinsider.com
1 week ago

Brands spent years chasing Gen Z. Now it's a 'millennial summer.'

Millennials are reclaiming cultural influence and spending power, driving nostalgia and trends in fashion, entertainment, and experiences.
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