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Is TikTok still a social network, or is it becoming a search engine? Does Instagram influence what we buy, where we travel and what we consider popular? Social platforms have moved far beyond their original purpose. The articles in this category look closely at algorithms, attention, strategy, influence and behaviour. Sometimes through brand analysis, sometimes simply by testing the platforms to understand what is actually happening on them.
Web Analytics
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TikTok Analytics – Understanding Key Metrics

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parrotaudrey
22 March 2024
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The dark side of social media: Unrealistic beauty standards

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beaulieueliciane
12 November 2021
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Why social media can be dangerous for teenagers

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cousinlouiseantjecharlotte
9 November 2022
lipstick lineup in natural light for beauty marketing content on TikTok
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How TikTok lip product marketing is reshaping the beauty industry

Over the past few years, TikTok has completely changed the way people discover beauty products, especially lip products. What used to depend on traditional advertising…

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brossardlaurence
19 March 2026
TikTok marketing strategy for brands
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TikTok Marketing : How the Algorithm Works and Why It Matters

On TikTok, a video from a brand-new account with zero followers can reach millions of people overnight. How? It all comes down to the algorithm.…

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morinmelissa
19 March 2026
Fashion week Milan, évènement où se retrouvent les marques de luxes et des personnalités publiques
Social Media
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Influencer Marketing: The Strategy Reshaping the Fashion Industry 

The arrival of social media has greatly changed how products are promoted in the fashion industry. Today, influencer marketing is one of the main strategies…

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salemheloise
19 March 2026
Marketing Strategy
Social Media
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How Luka Dončić Builds a Global Personal Brand Through Digital Marketing

“Discover how Luka Dončić uses digital marketing and social media to build a global personal brand and increase fan engagement.” In today’s world where digital…

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zormansasa
19 March 2026
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From Soundcloud to Stardom: How DJs Use Digital Marketing to Build Their Brand

Introduction Over the years, there have been a lot of changes in the music industry. Today, DJs can’t rely solely on their talent or record…

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farahelein
19 March 2026
women's tennis personal branding female player serving on a green court
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Game, Set, Brand: How Women’s Tennis Stars Build Their Personal Branding

What do Nike, New Balance, Adidas, Miu Miu, Rolex, Uniqlo, and Audemars Piguet have in common? They all bet on women’s tennis players, and women’s…

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parfaitleamargueritemarie
18 March 2026
Marketing Strategy
Social Media
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Food Influencers: Their Impact on Restaurant Marketing

The rise of food influencers As a result, restaurants are now competing on a different front. Instead of their goal being featured in traditional articles…

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guentouriyasmine
18 March 2026
A hand holding a smartphone displaying the Instagram app, illustrating a micro-influencer marketing strategy for social media engagement.
Social Media
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Micro-Influencer Strategy: The Human Side of Digital Marketing

Looking at nowadays digital marketing trends, we can see that big banners and classic publicity are not as effective as it was. Instead, modern audiences…

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benameurilies
17 March 2026
Marketing Strategy
Social Media
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Social Media Marketing for Music: How to get more streams and grow your fanbase in 2025

Many people are trying to make it in music, but what makes you different? How will you get people to care about your music? I…

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mohdnazryhanndanishbin
11 November 2025
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TikTok Marketing: How It’s Revolutionizing the Beauty Industry.

What is TikTok? Since the global COVID-19 lockdown and the late 2010s, we’ve witnessed a significant increase in social media usage. In particular, the rise…

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saadilouiza
11 November 2025
Social Media
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How digital marketing impact consumer behaviors?

Introduction Nowadays, digital marketing has become an indispensable part of our daily lives. The internet connections, digital devices, mobile applications, social media, and other digital…

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gonghanruo
11 November 2025
Social Media
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Restaurant marketing : The keys to a strong digital presence

After COVID hit, the restaurant industry collapsed. Facing major obstacles, from dining rooms being shut down, to a wide range of employees leaving the industry…

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tremblaypierrealexandre
11 November 2025
person scrolling TikTok feed for TikTok music discovery fyp
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TIKTOK Music Discovery FYP and How Fans Find New Songs

Overview Over the years, we have been able to witness the rise of TikTok and its use of Music discovery within users FYP feed, this…

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kombedaniel
11 November 2025
Uncategorized
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Using the Power of Social Media: Promoting Mental Health Awareness

The new generation needs to rethink the potential power of digital marketing to positively influence youth’s mental health. Gen Z is notorious for representing the…

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Kim Juliette Zijlema
11 November 2025
Marketing numérique
Marketing Strategy
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Nostalgia Marketing: How Brands Turn Memories Into Sales

Vintage bicycle representing nostalgia marketing.

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Lisa Medkour
11 November 2025
Threads
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Threads: An impactful tool to increase Brand Awareness

Threads, a useful tool for marketing, growing a business, and gaining with low expenses. Launched in July 2023, Threads reached 100 million users in the…

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yehchihyu
11 November 2025
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Hooked in Seconds: Why Short-Form Video Marketing Dominates Social Media

In 2025, attention spans are shorter than ever, and brands are constantly in the race to adapt to the modern customer. TikTok, Instagram Reels, YouTube…

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parenteauolivia
11 November 2025
Uncategorized
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HOW BRANDS USE TIKTOK TO CONNECT WITH GEN Z ?

Nowadays, TikTok has become way more than a social media platform. With around 150 million active users in the US and with an average user…

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lefebvreclara
11 November 2025

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