Ten years ago, Carusele (our influencer marketing subsidiary) ran its first always-on campaign for Walgreens-owned brands. At the time, the influencer marketing industry was new and stuck on a transactional treadmill. Brands treated influencers like temporary billboards: negotiate a price, provide a rigid brief, cross your...
Influencer-brand collaboration posts (collab posts) bridge the gap between two separate audiences, merging them into a single community centered around your brand. By appearing simultaneously on both profiles, you are ensuring that every like, comment, and share is consolidated to maximize social proof and algorithmic...
Outdated assumptions continue to shape strategy, influencer selection, measurement, and expectations for many brands and agencies. The result? Campaigns that underperform—not because influencer marketing doesn't work, but because the thinking behind it is flawed.Here are five common influencer marketing myths that may be holding your...
Knowing how to strategically allocate an influencer marketing budget can make the difference between a good campaign and a standout one. One of the most common questions we hear from clients is, “How many influencers do I need for my campaign?” As a leading social...
AI-generated influencers are making waves in social media marketing. These virtual personas promise brands full creative control, cost efficiency, and the ability to engage audiences 24/7. But do they actually work? And more importantly, should brands use them?Our take: probably not.What is an AI influencer?AI...
Social media influencers have become central figures in today's digital marketing landscape, captivating audiences with their unique voices and engaging content. While the allure of high earnings from brand partnerships and sponsored posts is strong, the reality of influencer income is often more complex than...
In the digital marketing landscape, social media influencers and content creators play distinct roles. While often used interchangeably, these terms represent different approaches to online presence and audience engagement.Our sister agency, Carusele, did a deep dive on this topic on their blog the other day,...
In the ever-evolving world of retail marketing, it's often the unexpected brands that deliver the most inspiring and effective influencer campaigns.Big Lots, the discount home goods retailer, is one such brand that has defied expectations and found tremendous success in leveraging influencer partnerships to drive...
You may have seen some buzz around something called “deinfluencing” and wondered what impact this emerging trend could have on influencer marketing strategies. In short, deinfluencing refers to a bit of backlash against non-stop sponsored recommendations from some influencers. Why the fatigue from followers? And...
Influencer marketing has exploded across industries in recent years as brands partner with popular social media creators to promote products. Now we’re seeing this trend increasingly make its way into US politics. Presidential campaigns have leveraged influencers for organic outreach and credibility with key voter...
Influencer marketing continues to be an essential part of most social media strategies. When done right, influencer campaigns can help raise brand awareness, improve engagement, and drive conversions.In this video, Senior Production Managers Courtney D'Aiuto and Susan Flower discuss the power of short-form video and...
Want the inside scoop on how to effectively leverage influencer marketing for your beauty brand? Over at our sister company Carusele, our influencer marketing experts just shared their top 15 tips for beauty brands looking to maximize their influencer marketing results. You'll even learn who "Shill Anything...