TLDR MARKETING 2026-01-08

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AUDIO ADS BEAT YOUTUBE VIDEO ADS IN EFFECTIVENESS

LINKEDIN JOBS ON THE RISE 2026: THE 25 FASTEST-GROWING ROLES IN THE US

US job growth is being driven by AI and advisory roles. More than 56% of professionals plan to job hunt this year, while 76% say they feel unprepared. The list shows strong growth in founders and independent consultants, which shows a shift toward self-employment. Sales and marketing also show up on the list in several places. The rankings are based on LinkedIn data from January 1, 2023, to July 31, 2025, and include insights on skills, locations, experience, and flexible work.

WHEN TO SHOW VS HIDE PRICES

Delaying price disclosure increases purchases for premium products but reduces purchases for affordable or discounted items. Across 6 experiments, people were 21.1% more likely to buy an expensive espresso machine when the price appeared after adding it to the cart. People were 18.1% less likely to want a 30% off espresso machine when the sale price appeared after a click. People were 11.4% less likely to buy from a daily deal email when prices were hidden.

WHY YOUR FIRST 200 WORDS ARE CRUCIAL FOR AI SEARCH OPTIMIZATION

AI search systems now prioritize the first 200 words as the main source of context and credibility. Engines such as Google's AI Overviews and ChatGPT use the opening paragraph to define topic relevance, author authority, and audience fit. Pages that open with clear entities and purpose are 38% more likely to be cited. Effective introductions state the subject and identify the source, enabling accurate classification and reuse in generative search results.

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HOW TO CREATE AN ENGAGING NEWSLETTER (WEBINAR)

Learn how to build an internal newsletter people actually read. This session covers content structures, smart timing, and ways to fix content gaps. It also explains how to measure success beyond open rates. It will take place on January 28 at 11 AM ET.

GOOGLE TO ALLOW PREDICTION MARKETS ADS UNDER STRICT RULES

Google will start allowing US ads for prediction markets on January 21, but only for CFTC-regulated exchanges and certified brokers that pass Google's compliance process. The move opens a new channel for a small group of federally regulated players while keeping strict rules in place for ads, products, and landing pages.

MRBEAST, SVEDKA, RITZ, GRUBHUB, AND MORE EARLY SUPER BOWL TRENDS

Early Super Bowl 60 advertising trends hint at a mix of AI experimentation, creator-led content, and brand reinvention. Svedka plans the first fully AI-generated ad for the Big Game, while MrBeast may take creative control of Salesforce's commercial. Other brands like Dove, Grubhub, and Ritz are using the event to reintroduce themselves with new positioning or consumer-driven storytelling. Despite rising costs that exceed $8M, enthusiasm remains high among fans, especially for celebrity-driven and humorous spots.

AMAZON'S AI SHOPPING TOOL SPARKS BACKLASH FROM ONLINE RETAILERS THAT DIDN'T WANT WEBSITES SCRAPED

Amazon's AI shopping tools, including Shop Direct and “Buy for Me”, face backlash from retailers whose products were listed without consent. Some businesses received orders for items they didn't sell or that were out of stock. Over 180 retailers on platforms like Shopify and Squarespace reported that their products appeared on Amazon without permission. Amazon says businesses can opt out and that the tools drive incremental sales.

THE 30 BEST PIECES OF COMPANY BUILDING ADVICE WE HEARD IN 2025

Effective company builders prioritize execution over theory, proving the value of early customer insights, immersive founder involvement, and scrappy GTM experiments. Founders were advised to stay close to product development and validate value through reverse demos and onboarding built like video games. Successful exits in vertical AI and breakout revenue growth at companies like Clay and EvolutionIQ showed that tailored sales, opinionated design, and ego-free iteration are essential in today's market.

THE EVOLUTION OF SOCIAL MEDIA IN 2026 (1 MINUTE VIDEO)

Brands should act like TV networks by running distinct show accounts that drive attention back to the main one.

NOBODY'S CLICKING ANYMORE

AI overviews cut clicks, so the priority is to become the trusted answer people recall without visiting your site.

A RANDOM TOPGOLF MOMENT EXPOSED WHY SO MANY BRANDS FAIL ON SOCIAL MEDIA

The “Logan Party” meme is a masterclass in what builds community online.