Contently

DECEMBER 13, 2022

Content that builds connections with customers is important. And content that generates emotion and helps them overcome a challenge is key to converting them into buyers. The content you produce can look different in B2B versus B2C. The content you produce can look different in B2B versus B2C.

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Marketing Insider Group

APRIL 17, 2023

As content marketing experts, we realize that not everyone has this superpower. That’s why we’ve done the groundwork for our fellow content marketers, and compiled a list of the 25 best marketing articles that everyone needs to read. Here’s 25 of the best marketing articles that every content marketing needs to read.

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Marketing Insider Group

NOVEMBER 23, 2023

What does a good content marketing strategy look like? Why is content marketing king? Whether you are new to the riveting world of content or are a self-ascribed expert (i.e. content addict), there is always more to learn. What’s going on here is that marketers have become storytellers and concept creators.

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Webbiquity

DECEMBER 6, 2022

You can probably guess the top two social networks for B2B marketing pretty easily, but do you know which platform is #3? How your social media marketing budget stacks up to your peers and competitors? The Biggest Challenge in B2B Social Media Marketing. The Top Social Networks for B2B Marketing. 575,000 tweets published.

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Zoominfo

OCTOBER 5, 2021

Storytelling has long been used to activate a reader’s imagination through an interactive narrative. Brand storytelling in particular uses this narrative to share company values while connecting customers to a company. What Is Brand Storytelling? Get a Demo Examples of Brand Storytelling 1. Keep reading! schools.

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Oktopost

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

Born storyteller Solveig Rundquist , Senior Content Manager at Mentimeter, joins host Olivia Messina to discuss how she incorporates storytelling into her content marketing and the data-driven strategies she’s implementing across social to drive results. Love going Behind the Post?

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Webbiquity

MAY 9, 2023

Goal-setting is the foundation of any successful social media (or any other type of) marketing campaign. With 93% of marketers leveraging social media for increased brand exposure, it’s vital for businesses to identify ways to stay ahead of the curve. Guest post by Ahana Basu. What’s the best approach for creating that strategic plan?

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Webbiquity

APRIL 11, 2023

Image credit: Nguyen Dang Hoang Nhu on Unsplash AI can also be used—carefully—to help create more content for your blog and social media. This post explores how AI can assist with content creation. What Exactly Is AI for Content? It’s a way to create content or update old content that is quick and easy for you to do.

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Marketing Insider Group

MARCH 21, 2023

There’s nothing like one of the best content marketing TED talks to inspire a new perspective. A nd what better way to inspire our readers to do the same than to share some of the best content marketing TED talks ever given? Whether you’re in a content marketing rut or just looking to learn something new, you’re in the right place.

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Zoominfo

AUGUST 26, 2019

While there’s not one simple answer, there is one method that stands head and shoulders above the rest: storytelling. Perhaps you’re already well-versed in brand storytelling , or maybe you’re scratching your head and wondering how stories can help you retain customers. Either way, today’s blog post is for you. Humanize your brand.

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Marketing Insider Group

MAY 25, 2020

But, conveying your brand’s personality to your audience on social media isn’t always easy. Before you can convey your brand personality through social media, you need to define it. Who are we creating content for? What do we want to offer our audience on social media? How does our audience use social media?

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Biznology

JUNE 13, 2017

It’s About Narrative, It’s About Storytelling. So, while I need to call what I am doing social media marketing and micro-influencer marketing , what I am really doing is public relations and public affairs — and it’s always been this way. It’s about the narrative, it’s about storytelling.

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Martech

JANUARY 3, 2024

Marketers will continue to engage with audiences on social media through advertising and organic social campaigns. The space continues to diversify, with more user-generated content inspired by the emergence of TikTok in recent years. And for consumers with money to spend, there are new ways to shop through social commerce.

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Marketing Insider Group

AUGUST 11, 2023

In today’s digital landscape, social networks play a pivotal role in business growth and brand awareness. This comprehensive guide explores the top social networks that offer unique opportunities for businesses to connect, engage, and thrive in the online sphere.

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Sprout Social

AUGUST 3, 2023

In the span of 26 years, social media has transformed from a simple communication tool to a powerful marketing platform. And as a result, so has the role of social media managers. From content creation to community management, the responsibilities of social teams have expanded significantly.

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Contently

JUNE 29, 2021

Contently Case Stories gives a behind-the-scenes look at the amazing stories Contently customers are telling. Immediately, the content was a hit. The site earned a Digiday Content Marketing Award for Best B2B Branded Content Site in its first year thanks to a blend of unique research, reporting, and insights.

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Contently

FEBRUARY 8, 2022

Allowing customers to speak for your brand leads to more user-generated content and more engaged online followers. And do you know what happens when you engage with happy (or angry) customers via social media? The post 4 Reasons Why Customers Should Be Your Brand Storyteller, Not You appeared first on Contently.

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Marketing Insider Group

OCTOBER 18, 2023

Then, you should work with your marketing team on adding more journalistic content to your mix. Buyers are turning away from salesy ads and overtly promotional media and gravitating toward content that is educational and informative. Learn what creating content like a journalist really means and discover our best tips on how to do so.

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ClearVoice

MARCH 29, 2022

While your business may not include magic carpets, iridescent dragons, or seven sprightly dwarves, the storytelling elements found in fictional tales are just as engaging and influential when incorporating storytelling in your business’ content marketing. What are the Elements of Great Storytelling in Content Marketing?

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FMG Suite

FEBRUARY 2, 2021

In the 2000s, the rise of social media and smartphones transforms communication. Marketing is simply another form of storytelling. When you recognize that the best marketing methods are all about storytelling, then the channels you use to communicate that story become less important. Digital storytelling spreads.

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B2B Digital Marketer

AUGUST 3, 2023

Harnessing the Power of Emotion: Master the Art of Primal Storytelling for Enhanced Conversions Introduction Welcome to another episode of B2B Digital Marketer! In this episode, we delve into the fascinating world of primal storytelling and its immense power in connecting with prospects and customers. Our guest, Anthony L.

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Sprout Social

OCTOBER 11, 2019

Welcome to the Social Spotlight, where we dive deep into what we love about a brand’s approach to a specific social campaign. 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.

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Marketing Insider Group

DECEMBER 15, 2020

Content marketing can be a highly effective way to build brand awareness. With every piece of branded content an individual sees, they become more familiar with your brand. Content can help to build your brand in several different ways. The more content you publish, the more exposure you give your brand. Quick Takeaways.

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Contently

JANUARY 5, 2018

Content marketing is in a crisis. How to Use Social Media to Boost Your Small Business. Recently, I sat down with The Big Think to talk about the lessons Contently co-founder Shane Snow and I cover in our new book, The Storytelling Edge: How to Transform Your Business, Stop Screaming into the Void, and Make People Love You.

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Contently

JULY 10, 2019

“Modern” digital PR was developed in order to start a more active, valuable and ongoing conversation between brands and the public , and to do that, you need compelling content. Cue data storytelling. The Rise of Data Storytelling. The effect of that one piece of content can even be reflected in Google search.

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Stevens & Tate

DECEMBER 11, 2020

Storytelling is one of the most important aspects when it comes of successfully conveying your message to your audience and giving them an idea of who your brand is and what you stand for. However, coming up with different video marketing ideas that help strengthen your brand’s storytelling can be challenging.

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Martech Advisor

MARCH 19, 2020

World Storytelling Day is on Friday, March 20, this year. While celebrating the art of storytelling, let's also explore how to use extended reality (XR) for storytelling in marketing to influence customers, create memorable experiences, and drive engagement. Storytelling offers a new closing technique. Let's find out.

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Convince & Convert

MARCH 19, 2015

But here’s the key question: How do companies get started with storytelling? Everyone Is a Storyteller. The first and probably most important step is recognizing that every company can be a storyteller, and every company has good stories to tell. Knowing where your target audiences consume content is just as important.

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Emplifi

MARCH 15, 2019

Social media storytelling has become essential in marketing as a way to make content resonate with your audience. Marketers can harness the emotional power of stories within their content, and with the help of social media storytelling tools they can form strong, long-lasting relationships with their audience.

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Contently

SEPTEMBER 21, 2021

Here’s something that might surprise you: branded content is now a part of 80 percent of consumers’ lives. Earlier this year, we surveyed 1,072 Americans about what they want from branded content. Brands need to up their meme game (and spend more time on simple, visual content in general). Right now, not really!

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Martech

MARCH 22, 2024

AI tools and large language models (LLMs) are changing the content marketing process, impacting how we conceive, produce and distribute content. Below, I delve into the content marketing lifecycle to show how content teams are incorporating generative AI at different stages. Keywordinsights.ai

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Emplifi

MARCH 15, 2019

Social media storytelling has become essential in marketing as a way to make content resonate with your audience. Marketers can harness the emotional power of stories within their content, and with the help of social media storytelling tools they can form strong, long-lasting relationships with their audience.

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Convince & Convert

FEBRUARY 16, 2016

If you read my stuff and know me, you know I am a storytelling nerd from both the business and improv stages—and proudly! I love that storytelling is experiencing a “corporate Renaissance” across business, social media, social entrepreneurism, and executive communications. That is a great thing. Think Bigger.

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Sprout Social

JULY 25, 2023

Brands need the context social media metrics provide to meet today’s dynamic consumer space and take their business to the next level. That’s why leaders from more than 700 companies surveyed in the 2023 State of Social Media Report revealed that 85% of their business decisions were strongly informed by social data and insights.

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BenchmarkONE

APRIL 1, 2020

Comedians are compelling because they are storytellers. And if a good comedian can hold a crowd rapt for an hour or more with nothing but a microphone and some words, you should be able to do the same for your customers — with storytelling. Why You Need Storytelling. One last note about storytelling. The Muddle.

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Content Standard

DECEMBER 12, 2017

When I first started out in marketing, I was attracted to content marketing because there seemed to be something noble about it. The way content marketers talked about social media storytelling made it sound whimsical and impassioned. Storytelling is a practice nearly as old as mankind itself.

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Sprout Social

JULY 30, 2018

The most common problem that brands have marketing themselves on social isn’t rooted in product strength or the quality and structure of marketing plans. It’s that we’re failing at the social media storytelling game. Social listening solutions can help you do this. Who is my audience? Use This Framework.

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