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Influencers: New Avenue in Advertising

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 Social media has revolutionized the world of marketing, providing companies with a plethora of innovative avenues to reach their target audience. Whether it's through creating engaging content, interacting with customers, or even leveraging everyday people to influence purchasing decisions, social media has opened up a whole new realm of advertising possibilities. I enjoy following various social media influencers and what I've noticed is that this form of advertising doesn't feel like advertising at all. It's more personable, entertaining, and organic. Unlike traditional commercials that are quite transparent about their objective of selling a product, influencer marketing feels more like a trusted friend recommending a product that they are genuinely excited about. Influencers often use humor, storytelling, or a relatable voice to showcase the benefits of a product. Viewers are influenced by what entertains them or what they can connect with. The short videos don...

Using Social Media to Give Fans a Voice on "The Voice"

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  One of the most significant ways that The Voice has differentiated itself from other reality shows is by adopting a "Social TV" strategy. The show coordinates with coaches and artists to share their experiences on social media platforms like Twitter, Vine, Facebook, and YouTube. This approach has allowed fans to get to know the authentic personalities of the contestants and coaches and follow their journeys in real time. Fans can engage with the show and the cast, which has resulted in meaningful connections that keep them coming back for more. The Voice has done an exceptional job of addressing the social and consumer experience by using social media to keep fans involved in the show's process. The show encourages fans to interact with the show by voting to save their favorite contestants. Each vote counts, making every tweet important to the show's process. The show has also addressed social issues like the #VoiceYourFreedom campaign, where the artists on the sh...