Playbooks, benchmarks, and hot takes on creator commerce from the LoudCrowd team.https://staging.loudcrowd.com/en-ushttps://staging.loudcrowd.com/blog/instagram-affiliate-links/https://loudcrowd.com/?p=9717Instagram just let creators put affiliate links directly in their content. Here's who benefits, who doesn't, and what you should do next.Thu, 16 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMTindustryinstagramaffiliate-linkscreator-monetizationsocial-commercehttps://staging.loudcrowd.com/blog/influencer-marketing-jobs/https://loudcrowd.com/?p=9703Oracle just laid off 30,000 people and the headlines say desk jobs are dead. But the data says influencer marketing jobs are doing just fine.Thu, 02 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMTindustryinfluencer-marketingaimarketing-careerscreator-economyhttps://staging.loudcrowd.com/blog/agentic-influencer-marketing/https://staging.loudcrowd.com/blog/agentic-influencer-marketing/Agentic influencer marketing is here. A framework for what to delegate to AI agents — and what to keep in human hands.Thu, 19 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMTstrategyaiagentscreator-marketingstrategyhttps://staging.loudcrowd.com/blog/how-to-build-a-high-roi-creator-program-in-2025/https://loudcrowd.com/?p=9586The creator economy is now a primary engine for eCommerce growth. Here's how to build a high-ROI creator program in 2025, step by step.Fri, 05 Sep 2025 00:00:00 GMTtutorialcreator-programmarketing-roicreator-economyecommercehttps://staging.loudcrowd.com/blog/social-shopping-the-future-of-e-commerce-is-here/https://loudcrowd.com/?p=9584The line between social media and e-commerce has blurred into social shopping, where consumers discover, research, and buy in one place.Fri, 05 Sep 2025 00:00:00 GMTstrategysocial-shoppingsocial-commerceecommerceshopwithhttps://staging.loudcrowd.com/blog/how-performance-influencers-are-revolutionizing-affiliate-marketing/https://loudcrowd.com/?p=9554Performance influencers are transforming affiliate marketing with data-driven strategies, measurable ROI, and authentic content. Here's what changed.Thu, 28 Aug 2025 00:00:00 GMTstrategyperformance-marketingaffiliate-marketinginfluencer-marketingattributionhttps://staging.loudcrowd.com/blog/what-is-kol-marketing-a-guide-for-modern-brands/https://loudcrowd.com/?p=9557KOL marketing builds credibility, loyalty, and sales through trusted key opinion leaders. A practical guide to running it for modern consumer brands.Thu, 28 Aug 2025 00:00:00 GMTstrategykol-marketinginfluencer-marketingcreator-marketingstrategyhttps://staging.loudcrowd.com/blog/trends-in-social-commerce-whats-driving-the-future-of-social-shopping/https://loudcrowd.com/?p=9547Social commerce is becoming a primary revenue channel as platforms add native shopping. The trends driving the future of social shopping.Wed, 27 Aug 2025 00:00:00 GMTstrategysocial-commercetrendssocial-shoppingecommercehttps://staging.loudcrowd.com/blog/mastering-affiliate-marketing-for-beginners-your-ultimate-guide/https://loudcrowd.com/?p=9519Affiliate marketing for beginners is a simple way to make money online by promoting products and earning commissions. Here's your complete guide.Mon, 25 Aug 2025 00:00:00 GMTtutorialaffiliate-marketingbeginners-guidecreator-monetizationpassive-incomehttps://staging.loudcrowd.com/blog/top-trends-influencer-marketing-what-you-need-to-know-in-2025/https://loudcrowd.com/?p=9510Why AI-driven tools, long-term creator partnerships, and short-form video are the influencer marketing trends to know in 2025.Fri, 22 Aug 2025 00:00:00 GMTstrategyinfluencer-marketingtrendsaishort-form-videohttps://staging.loudcrowd.com/blog/top-white-label-coupon-platform-solutions-for-businesses/https://loudcrowd.com/?p=9499The best white-label coupon platforms for customer engagement and sales. Compare key features, customization, and tools like Knox AI for your program.Thu, 21 Aug 2025 00:00:00 GMTproductwhite-labelcouponsaffiliate-marketingcreator-commercehttps://staging.loudcrowd.com/blog/black-friday-cyber-monday-micro-influencer-tips-2024/https://loudcrowd.com/?p=9083Black Friday and Cyber Monday micro influencer trends and tips of 2025 that every DTC eCommerce influencer and affiliate marketer needs to know.Wed, 20 Aug 2025 00:00:00 GMTstrategyblack-fridaymicro-influencersholiday-marketingaffiliate-marketinghttps://staging.loudcrowd.com/blog/7-essential-elements-of-a-high-converting-influencer-program/https://loudcrowd.com/?p=9467The 7 building blocks of a high-converting influencer program in 2025 — from creator selection to attribution to on-site shoppable content.Tue, 12 Aug 2025 00:00:00 GMTstrategyinfluencer-marketingcreator-programconversionstrategyhttps://staging.loudcrowd.com/blog/how-to-build-a-successful-brand-ambassador-program/https://loudcrowd.com/?p=9461A step-by-step guide to building a brand ambassador program in 2025: recruiting, structuring incentives, activating creators, and measuring ROI.Tue, 12 Aug 2025 00:00:00 GMTtutorialbrand-ambassador-programcreator-marketingambassador-marketingstrategyhttps://staging.loudcrowd.com/blog/influencer-storefronts-the-complete-guide-for-brands/https://loudcrowd.com/?p=9371Influencer storefronts let brands like boohoo and Crocs turn creators into shoppable destinations. The complete guide to how they work and why they win.Mon, 23 Jun 2025 00:00:00 GMTproductcreator-storefrontsinfluencer-marketingsocial-commercecreator-commercehttps://staging.loudcrowd.com/blog/social-commerce-for-creators-how-to-sell-directly-on-tiktok-instagram-and-youtube/https://loudcrowd.com/?p=9374How creators sell directly on TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube with native shopping, and what it takes to turn an audience into revenue.Mon, 23 Jun 2025 00:00:00 GMTtutorialsocial-commercecreator-monetizationtiktok-shopinstagramhttps://staging.loudcrowd.com/blog/best-buy-creator-program/https://loudcrowd.com/?p=9308The Best Buy Creator Program just launched. How it works for creators and what its arrival signals for influencer marketing and social commerce.Tue, 22 Apr 2025 00:00:00 GMTstrategybest-buycreator-commerceaffiliate-marketingcreator-storefrontshttps://staging.loudcrowd.com/blog/what-makes-an-influencer-storefront-high-converting/https://loudcrowd.com/?p=9290"Shop my favorites in my storefront" is everywhere now. What actually makes an influencer storefront convert, with real brand examples.Wed, 02 Apr 2025 00:00:00 GMTproductinfluencer-storefrontscreator-commerceconversionsocial-commercehttps://staging.loudcrowd.com/blog/social-commerce-platforms/https://loudcrowd.com/?p=9235Social commerce is buying and selling through creators and UGC. A 2025 guide to the platforms powering it and how brands should choose between them.Wed, 29 Jan 2025 00:00:00 GMTproductsocial-commercecreator-commerceplatformsecommercehttps://staging.loudcrowd.com/blog/the-ultimate-guide-to-social-commerce/https://loudcrowd.com/?p=9231The blend of social networking and e-commerce, dubbed social commerce, keeps disrupting how we buy. A complete guide for brands.Wed, 29 Jan 2025 00:00:00 GMTstrategysocial-commerceecommercecreator-commerceguidehttps://staging.loudcrowd.com/blog/expedia-travel-shops/https://loudcrowd.com/?p=9038Expedia Travel Shops are personal storefronts for affiliate creators. How creator affiliate teams can use the same model for their own brands.Thu, 03 Oct 2024 00:00:00 GMTstrategyexpediaaffiliate-marketingcreator-storefrontstravelhttps://staging.loudcrowd.com/blog/affiliate-storefronts-for-ecommerce/https://loudcrowd.com/?p=9029Major businesses like boohoo, Expedia, and Walmart are adding affiliate storefronts to their eCommerce. Here's why and how they're doing it.Wed, 02 Oct 2024 00:00:00 GMTproductaffiliate-storefrontscreator-commerceecommercehttps://staging.loudcrowd.com/blog/social-commerce-platforms-an-updated-list-for-2024/https://loudcrowd.com/?p=8575Social commerce is no longer just TikTok and Instagram. An updated 2024 definition plus the subcategories of social commerce platforms to know.Mon, 16 Sep 2024 00:00:00 GMTproductsocial-commerceplatformstiktokinstagramhttps://staging.loudcrowd.com/blog/shoppable-ugc-ecomm-sales/https://loudcrowd.com/?p=8559Drive more eComm revenue by integrating the power of social commerce and shoppable UGC. See the importance of shoppable UGC with 10+ visual examples.Tue, 10 Sep 2024 00:00:00 GMTproductshoppable-ugcsocial-commerceecommerceugchttps://staging.loudcrowd.com/blog/the-future-of-social-commerce-trends-to-watch-in-2024-and-beyond/https://loudcrowd.com/?p=8757The blend of social networking and e-commerce keeps disrupting how we buy. The social commerce trends to watch in 2024 and beyond.Tue, 03 Sep 2024 00:00:00 GMTstrategysocial-commercetrendsecommercecreator-commercehttps://staging.loudcrowd.com/blog/amazon-influencer-program-everything-you-need-to-know/https://loudcrowd.com/?p=7138The Amazon Influencer Program gives creators free product for UGC, commissions on sales, and a personal shoppable storefront. Updated with Creator Stars.Thu, 22 Aug 2024 00:00:00 GMTstrategyamazonaffiliate-marketingcreator-commercecreator-storefrontshttps://staging.loudcrowd.com/blog/branded-storefronts/https://loudcrowd.com/?p=8618Branded storefronts for creators are the newest integrated social commerce option for DTC eComm brands looking to grow. Learn why they matter, with examples.Fri, 26 Jul 2024 00:00:00 GMTproductbranded-storefrontssocial-commercecreator-commerceecommercehttps://staging.loudcrowd.com/blog/influencer-marketing-amazon-prime-social-commerce/https://loudcrowd.com/?p=8595Amazon Prime Day is now one of the biggest retail holidays of the year. Here's how it leans on influencer marketing and social commerce in 2024.Thu, 18 Jul 2024 00:00:00 GMTindustryamazonprime-dayinfluencer-marketingsocial-commercehttps://staging.loudcrowd.com/blog/boohoo-creator-storefronts/https://loudcrowd.com/?p=8511Leading fashion enterprise boohoo launches a Creator Storefronts program for thousands of its creators on boohoo.com. Here's how the program works.Thu, 27 Jun 2024 00:00:00 GMTcompany-newscreator-storefrontssocial-commerceboohoofashionhttps://staging.loudcrowd.com/blog/social-commerce-for-brands-2024/https://loudcrowd.com/?p=8451Creator commerce is the subset of eCommerce where influencers, bloggers, and creators market and sell a brand's products. Here's the 2024 guide.Tue, 18 Jun 2024 00:00:00 GMTstrategysocial-commercecreator-commerceecommerceinfluencer-marketinghttps://staging.loudcrowd.com/blog/podcast-upgrowth-commerce/https://loudcrowd.com/?p=8302Gary Garofalo joins the Upgrowth Commerce podcast to discuss LoudCrowd, Creator Commerce, co-branded landing pages, pricing, and TikTok Shop.Mon, 03 Jun 2024 00:00:00 GMTcompany-newspodcastcreator-commercetiktok-shopinfluencer-marketinghttps://staging.loudcrowd.com/blog/tiktok-ban-2024-diversifying-your-brands-social-strategy/https://loudcrowd.com/?p=7993As TikTok ban legislation moves through Capitol Hill, here's how brands should read the implications and diversify their social strategy.Thu, 25 Apr 2024 00:00:00 GMTstrategytiktoksocial-strategyrisk-managementcreator-marketinghttps://staging.loudcrowd.com/blog/creator-led-e-commerce-podcast/https://loudcrowd.com/?p=7370LoudCrowd co-founder Gary Garofalo discusses creator-led eCommerce experiences with Ranksey Digital Marketing's Tanner Scott.Mon, 29 Jan 2024 00:00:00 GMTcompany-newspodcastcreator-commerceecommercehttps://staging.loudcrowd.com/blog/start-an-affiliate-program/https://loudcrowd.com/?p=7334How any brand, especially those running influencer and UGC programs, can start an affiliate program in 2024. A practical, step-by-step playbook.Mon, 29 Jan 2024 00:00:00 GMTtutorialaffiliate-marketingcreator-commerceinfluencer-marketingtutorialhttps://staging.loudcrowd.com/blog/affiliate-fraud/https://loudcrowd.com/?p=7294How affiliate fraud works — fake clicks, code leakage, cookie stuffing — and the controls brands use to detect and prevent commission payout abuse.Mon, 11 Dec 2023 00:00:00 GMTstrategyaffiliate-marketingfraud-preventionperformance-marketinghttps://staging.loudcrowd.com/blog/affiliate-trends/https://loudcrowd.com/?p=7287The affiliate marketing trends shaping 2024 — creator storefronts, codeless tracking, and picking influencers who actually convert.Wed, 06 Dec 2023 00:00:00 GMTstrategyaffiliate-marketingtrendscreator-commercehttps://staging.loudcrowd.com/blog/authentic-influencer-marketing/https://loudcrowd.com/?p=7263Picking the right influencers isn't easy. Five tips for running authentic influencer marketing campaigns that reach your audience with a trustworthy voice.Tue, 14 Nov 2023 00:00:00 GMTstrategyinfluencer-marketingauthenticitycampaign-strategyhttps://staging.loudcrowd.com/blog/influencer-programs-with-examples/https://loudcrowd.com/?p=7232Influencer programs use creators to market and sell products in exchange for commissions or incentives. Here's what brands need to know, with 5 examples.Thu, 02 Nov 2023 00:00:00 GMTstrategyinfluencer-programscreator-marketingaffiliate-marketingexampleshttps://staging.loudcrowd.com/blog/what-is-creator-commerce/https://loudcrowd.com/?p=7218Creator commerce is the subset of eCommerce where influencers, bloggers, and creators market and sell a brand's products. A primer for brands.Fri, 13 Oct 2023 00:00:00 GMTstrategycreator-commercesocial-commerceecommerceinfluencer-marketinghttps://staging.loudcrowd.com/blog/target-affiliate-program-how-it-works/https://loudcrowd.com/?p=7147The Target Affiliate Program pays creators commissions for selling products and gives them their own personal shoppable storefront. Here's the breakdown.Mon, 09 Oct 2023 00:00:00 GMTstrategyaffiliate-marketingcreator-commercetargetcreator-storefrontshttps://staging.loudcrowd.com/blog/3-holiday-gift-guide-examples-from-top-ecommerce-brands/https://loudcrowd.com/?p=7114Learn how the Walmart Creator, Target Affiliate, and Amazon Influencer programs give creators personal storefronts for holiday gift guides.Tue, 26 Sep 2023 00:00:00 GMTstrategyholiday-marketingcreator-storefrontsecommercehttps://staging.loudcrowd.com/blog/walmart-creator-program-what-is-it-and-why-it-is-so-important/https://loudcrowd.com/?p=7126Walmart Creator gives influencers free product for UGC, commissions on trackable links, and their own shoppable storefront. Here's how it works.Tue, 26 Sep 2023 00:00:00 GMTstrategycreator-commerceaffiliate-marketingwalmartcreator-storefrontshttps://staging.loudcrowd.com/blog/5-ways-to-reactivate-brand-ambassadors/https://loudcrowd.com/?p=4004Learn about the 5 things you can do to reinvigorate your brand ambassadors so that they continue posting and tagging your brand.Mon, 11 Sep 2023 00:00:00 GMTstrategybrand-ambassadorscommunity-buildingengagementhttps://staging.loudcrowd.com/blog/coupon-fraud/https://loudcrowd.com/?p=6988Put an end to Honey, RetailMeNot, and Rakuten leaking affiliate codes and encouraging fraud. How to stop coupon fraud in your affiliate program.Fri, 08 Sep 2023 00:00:00 GMTstrategycoupon-fraudaffiliate-marketingfraud-preventionreferral-codeshttps://staging.loudcrowd.com/blog/affiliate-referral-codes-boost-creator-ugc-and-revenue/https://loudcrowd.com/?p=6337How affiliate referral codes drive more creator UGC and revenue — and how to run codes without leakage in your creator commerce program.Fri, 30 Jun 2023 00:00:00 GMTstrategyaffiliate-marketingreferral-codescreator-commerceugchttps://staging.loudcrowd.com/blog/creator-commerce-offers-embattled-brands-the-solution-they-need/https://loudcrowd.com/?p=6264Creator commerce is the emerging faction of eCommerce where creators promote and sell products directly to their audiences. Why embattled brands need it.Tue, 13 Jun 2023 00:00:00 GMTstrategycreator-commercesocial-commerceecommerce-strategyhttps://staging.loudcrowd.com/blog/successful-brand-ambassador-program-examples/https://loudcrowd.com/?p=6240The most successful brand ambassador program examples, and how each one drives massive results with a small team of marketers. Real programs, real numbers.Wed, 07 Jun 2023 00:00:00 GMTstrategybrand-ambassador-programcreator-marketingexamplesambassador-marketinghttps://staging.loudcrowd.com/blog/3-ways-to-increase-your-affiliate-marketing-conversion-rates/https://loudcrowd.com/?p=6216Three proven ways to lift your affiliate marketing conversion rate — from creator storefronts to on-site UGC — with examples for eCommerce brands.Tue, 30 May 2023 00:00:00 GMTtutorialaffiliate-marketingconversion-optimizationcreator-commercehttps://staging.loudcrowd.com/blog/5-best-ways-to-leverage-creator-storefronts/https://loudcrowd.com/?p=6159Five ways brands use creator storefronts beyond affiliate marketing — from gifting to product launches to always-on social commerce.Thu, 18 May 2023 00:00:00 GMTproductcreator-storefrontssocial-commerceaffiliate-marketinghttps://staging.loudcrowd.com/blog/performance-marketing-in-your-2023-brand-strategy/https://loudcrowd.com/?p=6133How performance marketing helps social media marketers measure success and allocate budget, with scalable ambassador and affiliate programs.Thu, 11 May 2023 00:00:00 GMTstrategyperformance-marketingbrand-strategyambassador-programsaffiliate-marketinghttps://staging.loudcrowd.com/blog/how-ai-will-revolutionize-ecommerce-short-and-long-term-changes-to-how-brands-sell-online/https://loudcrowd.com/?p=6100AI has already arrived in eCommerce. Here's what's already happened, what's coming next, and how it changes the way brands sell online.Wed, 03 May 2023 00:00:00 GMTindustryaiecommerceretail-technologyfuture-of-commercehttps://staging.loudcrowd.com/blog/raising-ecommerce-conversions-with-ambassador-storefronts/https://loudcrowd.com/?p=6069Stop wasting creator traffic with low-converting links. Creator storefronts build a personalized shopping experience on your eCommerce site.Thu, 13 Apr 2023 00:00:00 GMTproductcreator-storefrontsecommerce-conversionsocial-commerceambassadorshttps://staging.loudcrowd.com/blog/customer-led-marketing/https://loudcrowd.com/?p=1714Customer-led marketing is the most important growth channel in the digital age. Use your customers as creators, and sell more.Sat, 04 Feb 2023 00:00:00 GMTstrategycustomer-led-marketingcreator-marketinggrowthhttps://staging.loudcrowd.com/blog/measure-instagram-stories/https://loudcrowd.com/?p=2694How to track Instagram Stories metrics from customer and creator UGC — which engagement signals matter and how to manage Stories at scale.Thu, 26 Jan 2023 00:00:00 GMTtutorialinstagraminstagram-storiesugcanalyticshttps://staging.loudcrowd.com/blog/social-crm-tools-to-build-customer-relationships/https://loudcrowd.com/?p=5868With the rise of social commerce, brands can use Instagram as a social CRM to reward and reach their target customers. The tools and tactics that work.Fri, 20 Jan 2023 00:00:00 GMTstrategysocial-crminstagramcustomer-engagementcommunity-buildinghttps://staging.loudcrowd.com/blog/ambassador-vs-influencer/https://loudcrowd.com/?p=1722Brand ambassador vs influencer: how they differ, when to use each, and how to combine long-term advocacy with short-term reach.Tue, 03 Jan 2023 00:00:00 GMTstrategybrand-ambassadorsinfluencer-marketingcreator-marketinghttps://staging.loudcrowd.com/blog/how-to-shift-your-influencer-marketing-strategy-to-a-customer-based-ugc-program/https://loudcrowd.com/?p=4373Consumer shopping behaviors are changing, so it's time to adjust your UGC strategy. Here's how to turn active customers into real brand advocates.Thu, 22 Dec 2022 00:00:00 GMTstrategyinfluencer-marketingugccustomer-marketingbrand-advocateshttps://staging.loudcrowd.com/blog/the-rise-of-decentralized-marketing-strategies/https://loudcrowd.com/?p=4315Decentralized marketing hands the message to creators and customers instead of one central brand voice. Why it's rising and how brands adapt.Fri, 16 Dec 2022 00:00:00 GMTstrategydecentralized-marketingcreator-marketingstrategyhttps://staging.loudcrowd.com/blog/customer-brand-advocate-reward-ideas/https://loudcrowd.com/?p=4291A brand advocacy program can elevate your holiday performance and give customers value that pays off in the new year. Four reward ideas to try.Wed, 14 Dec 2022 00:00:00 GMTstrategybrand-advocatesrewardscustomer-loyaltyadvocacyhttps://staging.loudcrowd.com/blog/importance-of-social-rewards-programs/https://loudcrowd.com/?p=3556Social rewards programs have changed the way brands do business. Here's why they matter and how to create a really good one.Tue, 13 Dec 2022 00:00:00 GMTstrategyreward-programssocial-rewardscustomer-loyaltyengagementhttps://staging.loudcrowd.com/blog/ambassador-activation-strategies-brand-community/https://loudcrowd.com/?p=4274Four ambassador activation strategies to keep your brand community engaged between purchases — and turn customers into repeat advocates.Fri, 09 Dec 2022 00:00:00 GMTstrategybrand-ambassadorscommunity-buildingactivationengagementhttps://staging.loudcrowd.com/blog/social-rewards-gift-your-brand-ambassadors/https://loudcrowd.com/?p=4270Expand your UGC strategy with social gifting rewards. More customer rewards means more organic posts, more brand awareness, and more revenue.Thu, 08 Dec 2022 00:00:00 GMTproductsocial-rewardsbrand-ambassadorsugcgiftinghttps://staging.loudcrowd.com/blog/guide-measuring-marketing-roi/https://loudcrowd.com/?p=4228The big advantage of digital marketing is measuring every piece of the funnel. Here's how to measure marketing ROI, with formulas and examples.Wed, 23 Nov 2022 00:00:00 GMTtutorialmarketing-roianalyticsattributionperformance-marketinghttps://staging.loudcrowd.com/blog/key-takeaways-from-social-media-week-europe-2022/https://loudcrowd.com/?p=4226Back from Social Media Week in London, and the conference was rich with information. Here are the key takeaways for brands running social programs.Wed, 23 Nov 2022 00:00:00 GMTcompany-newssocial-media-weekevent-recapindustry-trendseuropehttps://staging.loudcrowd.com/blog/the-impact-of-brand-ambassador-programs/https://loudcrowd.com/?p=4208The law of the vital few applied to brand ambassador programs: why a small share of advocates drives an outsized share of your results.Tue, 22 Nov 2022 00:00:00 GMTstrategybrand-ambassadorspareto-principlecommunity-buildingadvocacyhttps://staging.loudcrowd.com/blog/social-media-shopping-the-future-of-commerce/https://loudcrowd.com/?p=4159How brands build earned media value and customer communities through social media shopping, and the innovations reshaping how people buy.Tue, 15 Nov 2022 00:00:00 GMTstrategysocial-shoppingsocial-commerceearned-mediaecommercehttps://staging.loudcrowd.com/blog/customers-are-your-co-producers/https://loudcrowd.com/?p=4047Your brand exists because people want what you make. Here's why you should treat customers as co-producers, with 5 examples to get inspired.Mon, 19 Sep 2022 00:00:00 GMTstrategycustomer-marketingugcbrand-communityco-creationhttps://staging.loudcrowd.com/blog/best-uses-of-sms-marketing-platforms/https://loudcrowd.com/?p=3973With connectivity at an all-time high, marketers can use SMS to build lasting customer relationships. The best ways to put SMS marketing platforms to work.Fri, 29 Jul 2022 00:00:00 GMTstrategysms-marketingcustomer-retentionmarketing-channelshttps://staging.loudcrowd.com/blog/ugc-marketing-strategy-instagram-reels/https://loudcrowd.com/?p=3852Why play by Instagram's rules instead of hacking the algorithm? How to build a UGC marketing strategy with Reels for growth and engagement.Tue, 19 Jul 2022 00:00:00 GMTtutorialugcinstagram-reelssocial-strategyengagementhttps://staging.loudcrowd.com/blog/tiktok-vs-instagram/https://loudcrowd.com/?p=3776Early on TikTok there's still room to go viral, but only if you act now. Five reasons brands should treat TikTok differently from Instagram.Mon, 27 Jun 2022 00:00:00 GMTstrategytiktokinstagramsocial-strategycreator-marketinghttps://staging.loudcrowd.com/blog/community-manager-cmo-ugc-strategy/https://loudcrowd.com/?p=3755How marketing roles from community manager to CMO each build UGC strategy — and how Cameri reengaged a neglected affiliate program with LoudCrowd.Wed, 22 Jun 2022 00:00:00 GMTstrategyugc-strategymarketing-rolescommunity-managementaffiliate-marketinghttps://staging.loudcrowd.com/blog/top-5-smw-2022-takeaways/https://loudcrowd.com/?p=3629The LoudCrowd team's top takeaways from three action- and insight-packed days at Social Media Week 2022.Thu, 19 May 2022 00:00:00 GMTcompany-newssocial-media-weekevent-recapinfluencer-marketingtrendshttps://staging.loudcrowd.com/blog/ugc-social-media-strategy/https://loudcrowd.com/?p=3613The three R's of UGC, Reach, Reward, and Retain, and why brands should prioritize user-generated content in their social media strategy.Wed, 18 May 2022 00:00:00 GMTstrategyugcsocial-strategyinfluencer-marketingcommunity-buildinghttps://staging.loudcrowd.com/blog/customer-engagement-best-practices/https://loudcrowd.com/?p=3485The clearest sign of brand loyalty is the time between sales. How to use UGC to engage customers at scale with a one-to-many marketing strategy.Fri, 08 Apr 2022 00:00:00 GMTstrategycustomer-engagementbrand-loyaltyugcretentionhttps://staging.loudcrowd.com/blog/ugc-contest/https://loudcrowd.com/?p=1829How to run an effective UGC contest on Instagram and TikTok, with six practical tips for driving more user-generated content from your community.Thu, 31 Mar 2022 00:00:00 GMTtutorialugccontestsinstagramtiktokhttps://staging.loudcrowd.com/blog/instagram-target-audience/https://loudcrowd.com/?p=1801The 6 audience segments to manage in your Instagram strategy to build a strong brand community, from prospects to advocates. A segmentation framework.Sat, 12 Mar 2022 00:00:00 GMTstrategyinstagramcommunity-buildingaudience-segmentationsocial-mediahttps://staging.loudcrowd.com/blog/ugc-tiktok-for-brand-ambassador-programs/https://loudcrowd.com/?p=2956How brands use TikTok to generate more UGC from brand ambassador programs — and why Gen Z creators make TikTok the channel to prioritize.Thu, 10 Mar 2022 00:00:00 GMTstrategytiktokugcbrand-ambassadorsgen-zhttps://staging.loudcrowd.com/blog/micro-influencers-ugc-library/https://loudcrowd.com/?p=3270From micro-influencers to customer loyalty, here's how to use UGC as a top content library that fuels your brand's social and shopping experiences.Thu, 03 Mar 2022 00:00:00 GMTstrategymicro-influencersugccontent-librarycustomer-loyaltyhttps://staging.loudcrowd.com/blog/brand-ambassadors-with-ugc-software/https://loudcrowd.com/?p=2987Brand tags are a gold mine of authentic content. How UGC software helps you organize, track, and analyze your ambassador programs to find top advocates.Fri, 07 Jan 2022 00:00:00 GMTproductbrand-ambassadorsugc-softwaresocial-crmhttps://staging.loudcrowd.com/blog/engaging-gen-z-brand-ambassador/https://loudcrowd.com/?p=2837Gen Z is paving the way for how we use social media. Here's why this generation is a crucial asset to your ambassador and reward programs.Tue, 30 Nov 2021 00:00:00 GMTindustrygen-zbrand-ambassadorssocial-mediareward-programshttps://staging.loudcrowd.com/blog/loudcrowd-social-crm-product-announcment/https://loudcrowd.com/?p=2763Starting today, LoudCrowd clients see two big changes: the Customers tab is now organized by use, and we've added notes functionality.Thu, 11 Nov 2021 00:00:00 GMTcompany-newsproduct-announcementsocial-crmloudcrowdfeature-releasehttps://staging.loudcrowd.com/blog/benchmarking-brand-success-with-ugc/https://loudcrowd.com/?p=2667We analyzed hundreds of accounts and thousands of posts across millions of impressions. See how your brand compares on UGC traction by industry.Fri, 08 Oct 2021 00:00:00 GMTindustryugcbenchmarkssocial-analyticshttps://staging.loudcrowd.com/blog/when-earned-media-becomes-performance-marketing/https://loudcrowd.com/?p=2318There's no such thing as a free lunch, and what worked yesterday won't work tomorrow. When earned media turns into performance marketing.Fri, 09 Jul 2021 00:00:00 GMTstrategyearned-mediaperformance-marketingugccreator-marketinghttps://staging.loudcrowd.com/blog/building-a-winning-culture-lessons-from-trendkite/https://loudcrowd.com/?p=887Reminiscing with a former TrendKite colleague about what made working there so special — and the culture lessons that carry over to building a startup.Wed, 11 Mar 2020 00:00:00 GMTcompany-newscompany-culturestartup-lessonsteam-building