Small, medium and large-sized brands are finally listening to the voice of the people. And that voice comes in the form of user-generated content (UGC)—content by the people, for the people, and realized through brands.
If you’re still looking for proof regarding UGC’s influence, just look at the whopping 93 percent of consumers who find it helpful when making a purchase decision. UGC is certified, and it’s not so much a question of brands asking if they should utilize UGC; it’s a case of them asking how they use it to inspire their audiences.
Finding a way to connect with audiences—whether through the use of traditional marketing, SEO or other marketing methods or on social platforms—is becoming a trickier task for marketers to master. But there are many ways to popularize UGC content for more engaging interactions with your consumers.
Here are five uses of UGC that can help brands inspire audiences and get ahead in their marketing efforts.
1) Build Trust With Your Audience: Authenticity Rules
Everyone desires credibility, and it’s no different for brands. They want to distance themselves from cold, corporate identities that are perceived to only care about their bottom line. Over the last couple of years, many have started doing just that with UGC.
Read More