Influencer Marketing
If you’re a marketer looking to reach new audiences, partnering with influencers can be a great way to do that. Influencer marketing is an incredibly effective strategy. Nearly 3.96 million of the world’s population is using social media, and researchers say that number might reach 4.41 million by 2025. As a result, influencer marketing has naturally become one of the most popular marketing methods. As target markets become younger and more digitally connected, influencers can help organizations connect with consumers where they are – online. By building influencer relationships, brands can leverage an influencer’s reach to achieve their marketing goals. But if you’re considering hiring an influencer for your brand, where do you even begin? It can be tricky to narrow down your goals, what type of influencer you want, and what goals you hope to meet with an influencer strategy. To help you narrow your search and ensure your
Have you ever purchased something because a well-known person you admire used the product or service? I’m guilty of this — in fact, I recently bought myself a new waterski because a professional water skier and micro-influencer, Whitney McClintock, shared a video on Instagram of herself using the ski. I was in the market for a new ski and followed Whitney for quite some time. I figured since she used this particular ski, I should too — if Whitney promotes it, why wouldn’t I love it? You might be thinking, “Slightly questionable logic, Kristen.” Maybe. But, did Whitney’s post get me to buy the ski? Oh, yeah. (And I do love my new ski for those of you wondering.) This is just one example of a tactic used by businesses across virtually every industry called influencer marketing. Examples of these channels include social media, blogs, columns, digital and print ads,…