When you buy something on Amazon, it’s almost second nature to read some of the reviews other buyers have left, and this can often make the difference between sale and no sale. But there’s a problem with many of these reviews—they’re fake. Shady sellers have been...
In an era where the discussion of mental health is emerging from its historically taboo state and entering mainstream conversations, brands have become influential players in this transformation. Thankfully, the significance of mental well-being has been magnified in...
There’s no lack of holiday excitement this year—and that includes buying gifts—but as the huge holiday-shopping weekend approaches, brands and retailers need to be aware that the rattles of inflation are still driving many consumer decisions this season, and they must...
To stay in business, you need to know who you are talking to. Even in the PR business, this is true. People today expect businesses to know what their needs are and meet them in the best way possible. That is why buyer persona research is important. When PR pros do...
When was the last time you tried a business for the first time without doing a little research first? Can’t remember? Well, you’re not alone. According to recent studies, 98 percent of people go through online reviews before patronizing local businesses. Another 87...
Figuring out how to engage Gen Z consumers has been a puzzle for brands and retailers since the sector emerged, and if anything, it’s becoming more complicated. Every little bit of insight helps, and new research from product visualization tech firm Nfinite offers...
There’s a lot to be afraid of in business these days: Is your company resilient enough to weather another downturn? Are your employees motivated and properly trained on tools like generative AI, so your data infrastructure doesn’t get compromised? Are you lagging...
The early 2020s experienced a growing optimism and interest in fintech from institutional players. More than 80 percent of global financial services companies planned to increase fintech partnerships throughout the next three to five years. However, reality has taken...
Trust is a holy-grail imperative for brands and businesses today, with consumers and other stakeholders becoming more skeptical at every turn. But this elusive metric poses a host of challenges for leaders—how exactly does a business entity earn trust, what indicators...
Many forward-thinking businesses are investing in AI to streamline their processes. In fact, the global market revenue for AI continues to soar. According to Statista, in 2021, the market for AI in marketing was estimated at 15.84 billion U.S. dollars, with...
In today's fast-paced business landscape, where competition is fierce and customer relationships are paramount, enterprises are constantly seeking innovative strategies to stand out. One approach that has gained traction is integrating public relations into the sales...
The holidays have always stressed people out—all that shopping, all that spending, all those family get-togethers, you name it. And the stress is building this year, but for an unprecedented reason—with generative AI fueling a boom in marketing content this holiday...