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B2B Reads: Connection , Critical Listening & Community

Heinz Marketing

While these forms of listening are often talked about, critical listening is crucial for delivering value through your words as well and is known as the process of understanding what is said and evaluating, judging, and forming an opinion on what you heard. Where Community Really Matters #HelpUkraine.

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Community-led brands & retailers aim for success in China

SmartBrief - Marketing

There has been a shift in marketing focus in China, where consumers increasingly value brand storytelling, connection, responsibility and the shopping experience. In China, this trend has promoted the use of social media platforms WeChat and China’s original TikTok, Douyin , to build community-led brands and retailers.

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The Ultimate Guide to Storytelling

Hubspot

Storytelling is described as an art … the “art” of storytelling. Storytelling isn’t something you can grasp in one sitting, after one course. It is, and rightfully so because storytelling has become a crucial component of the most successful marketing campaigns. Not a process, method, or technique. Here’s why.

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Is Authenticity Lost When AI Enters The Narrative?

Content Standard

In my opinion, when it comes to content, authenticity is about showing up on an inherently human level with a unique voice and perspective to offer. Verifiable, credible information is the bedrock of trust, regardless of its storyteller. Think outside the box (or algorithm): Engage your audience with unexpected storytelling techniques.

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How to Use Content Marketing for Customer Retention

Marketing Insider Group

Implementing effective customer retention strategies into your content marketing plan can help you build a community of advocates for your brand. Use Storytelling in Your Marketing. One of the most effective ways to improve the customer experience is by reaching out to customers directly for their opinions.

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Community and Regional Banks Are Perfectly Positioned for Social Influencer Campaigns

Eric Mower + Associates

The way we see it, community and regional banks are uniquely positioned to benefit from social influencer campaigns. These locally focused institutions that often do so much to give back to their communities have a personal story to tell. The influencer community is tightly knit. But what does it mean?

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Audience engagement: What it is and tips to improve it

Sprout Social

Leverage AI and social listening Social listening gives you access to the unfiltered opinions of your target audience. Use visual storytelling Users respond more favorably to posts that include visuals like graphics, videos and photos. Chanel’s Instagram account provides an excellent example of visual storytelling.