The business case for diversity is tried, tested, and proven. Not only is it the right thing to do from a human kindness perspective, but it makes good business sense. Yet, some companies and organizations, including agencies and brands, are lagging behind. Let’s explore why this is and look at the real purpose behind committing…

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Let’s say your brand or organization has implemented diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) internally in hopes of offering inclusive marketing campaigns. Additionally, let’s assume it has partnered with companies and organizations that embrace a diversity mindset. Furthermore, your Influencer Marketing team has incorporated Inclusive Marketing and/or Multicultural Marketing in both the strategy and planning phases.…

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DEI, D&I, DI. Three acronyms agencies and brands that invest in diversity in Influencer Marketing campaigns should be familiar with. But, does it shock you to know that diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) or diversity and inclusion (D&I or DI) are not the same as Inclusive Marketing or Multicultural Marketing? Furthermore, is it a surprise…

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common misconceptions Forward Influence

You may be skeptical about whether Influencer Marketing drives results against your primary objectives. You’ve likely heard horror stories about other brands investing sizable budgets only to not get the ROI they were hoping for. I could tell you that the global Influencer Marketing market size has more than doubled since 2019, according to Statista.…

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Have you thought about how Gen Z marketing differs from Baby Boomer marketing and Millennial marketing? With tailored approaches resonating with different generations, getting your Influencer Marketing messages right is more important than ever. Pinpointing the social media marketing tactics that your target generation(s) relate to could mean something as simple as matching influencers’ ages…

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“Reply-All” disasters, roasting someone you didn’t realize was included in an email thread, sending a marriage proposal to the wrong person via email … we’ve all been there, right? But when you manage to screw up an entire email marketing campaign, the stakes can be even higher. With the average office worker receiving 121 and…

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Influencer Marketing is growing faster than ever. With the increase in the use of influencers as a marketing activation, Influencer Marketing strategies are increasingly changing as well. Even though the strategy works, there are some variables you can look at and consider when making an effective marketing plan. You need to regularly evaluate your efforts…

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You don’t just want boring, bland content as part of your Influencer Marketing campaign. Instead, you want content that is authentic, genuine, and honest. When strategizing your campaign plan, make sure the end result is engaging Influencer Marketing content. Brands have turned their focus from traditional promotion to online strategies as it gives 11x the…

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Are you worried that your previous Influencer Marketing strategy failed based on the results? Before you panic, check a number of things beforehand. First, determine if you worked with the correct influencers. Second, examine if the strategy you applied was timely and relevant. Lastly, assess if you have been posting consistently and strategically. If you…

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