Marketing trends come and go as brands constantly try to adapt to new technologies, and respond to shifts in the marketplace. Businesses need to go beyond just doing something eye-catching to get their audience's attention. They need to find ways to connect with customers in meaningful ways, build a reputation as a trusted source, and nurture customer relationships. Here are four marketing trends that stick out as things that everyone should be aware of:
Personalization: Personalizing your marketing campaigns delivers a higher level of engagement, sparks a conversation, and even attracts new customers. Make sure your brand and design are consistent with your company theme and tailor messages toward what your target audience values.
Interactive content: Businesses need to put more effort into keeping the prospect engaged and helping them identify what they are interested in. By posting content on social media that requires audience participation, you can better appeal to a customer’s desire to express their opinion.
Resumption of in-person meetings: There is an overarching universal desire to resume meeting with customers face-to-face. This helps the interactions be more personalized and makes the customer feel much more comfortable.
New methods of teamwork and collaboration: In the light of the pandemic, understanding that some of your team may not be in the office or even in the state can make collaboration intimidating. Be comfortable with phone/zoom meetings and collaborating on document-sharing platforms to make sure everyone is on the same page.
Sources:
https://www.bannerflow.com/blog/7-marketing-trends-in-2022/ https://www.forbes.com/sites/forbesagencycouncil/2022/01/14/15-top-trends-that-will-impact-marketing-in-2022/?sh=54d0f6a26f0cCopyright © 2021 Summit Marketing Branch