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IS THE ‘DEAD INTERNET' THEORY SUDDENLY COMING TRUE?

The “Dead Internet” theory not only suggests that AI-generated content is replacing human-created content online, but that this was purposely orchestrated by governments and corporations to control public perception. It was once dismissed as a conspiracy, but the theory has been gaining credibility again as AI advances. AI has been flooding social media platforms with what's referred to as “AI slime”. This influx of AI-generated content poses challenges for users and advertisers, who may struggle to discern authenticity and engagement.

HOW TO USE MISTAKES TO YOUR ADVANTAGE IN YOUR COPYWRITING

This article walks through 2 effective marketing examples that utilize honest communication about mistakes. Doing so can humanize a brand and build trust. One tactic involves highlighting a known downside along with the features that really matter – such as an awful-tasting cough syrup that actually works. The other is to show all reviews on a website rather than hiding the bad ones, which makes positive sentiments appear more legitimate.

EMAIL MARKETING TIP: SEND A PERSONAL LETTER FROM THE FOUNDER

Adding a personal letter from the founder in your welcome and checkout abandonment flows can be highly effective in converting hesitant potential buyers. The email should encourage prospects to ask questions by replying to the email, provide an upgraded incentive, instill urgency, and be written in plain text. The tone of voice should be conversational and not too formal. This is meant to spark the reader's interest and add a personal touch to the entire email flow.

HOW ASOS IS REDUCING ITS RELIANCE ON PROMOS IN ITS MARKETING

Asos is strategically reducing its dependency on promotions and discounts, aiming to increase brand affinity by investing in cultural marketing, content creation, and influencer collaborations. Despite a revenue decline of 18% YoY, over 60% of sales in the first half of the year were made without promotional activity. The retailer has been driving brand engagement by launching initiatives like “Asos Your Way' and experiential campaigns like “ASOS IRL”. It has created an always-on social and influencer program, which involves working with more than 300 micro and mega influencers globally each month.

HOW WE ASSESSED OUR GROWTH MARKETING BETS AT CLAY

Clay uplevels data enrichment workflows and uses that to automate personalized outreach. In this post, the head of growth marketing at Clay shares “The Four Fits” framework he used to attract thousands of paying customers. The framework emphasizes the importance of aligning product, market, channels, and monetization models to drive growth effectively. The company's key growth drivers include word-of-mouth, UGC, and partnerships with freelancers and agencies.

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