In the world of marketing, the ability to adapt and innovate is key to success.
In this week's episode of the Generation Influence podcast, gen.video Chairman & Co-Founder Bill Hildebolt sat down with Tiffany Makl, Associate Brand Manager ThunderShirt & Feliway.
Tiffany has navigated two vastly different industries, leaving a trail of remarkable achievements in her wake. From her time at Lenovo, a tech giant, to her current role at ThunderWorks, Tiffany's journey offers valuable insights for marketers around:
- The power of influencer marketing
- The art of authentic storytelling
- Significance of understanding audience behavior
Leveraging Influencer Marketing for Explosive Growth
During her tenure at Lenovo, Tiffany was at the forefront of driving e-commerce sales for the consumer electronics segment. Recognizing the immense potential of influencer marketing, she strategically collaborated with content creators to create brand awareness and establish Lenovo as a household name.
The results were nothing short of phenomenal, with impressive increases in reach, clicks, and sales lift. By partnering with Universal Music Group (UMG), Tiffany also explored new avenues for experiential events, further enhancing Lenovo's brand reputation.
The shift from a high-tech giant to ThunderWorks, a pet care solutions provider, was an exciting pivot for Tiffany. ThunderWorks' flagship product, the ThunderShirt, was born out of the CEO's personal experience with his anxious dog during thunderstorms.
Tiffany's passion as a pet owner resonated with ThunderWorks' mission to alleviate anxiety in pets and their owners. The move allowed her to embrace a whole new world of audience behavior and a more agile approach to marketing.
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The Power of Authentic Storytelling
Authenticity in storytelling with influencer marketing has been an extremely hot topic in the past few years. Influencers and brands alike are striving to increase the effectiveness of their collaborations by ensuring that partnerships make sense and will resonate with audiences.
At ThunderWorks, Tiffany brought this ethos to life by collaborating with influencers and pet experts to communicate the brand's message effectively.
The influencer campaigns not only showcased ThunderShirt's benefits but also generated positive brand lift and enhanced its reputation as a trusted solution for anxious pets. Tiffany's experiences reinforced the understanding that storytelling is the thread that connects consumers to a brand's purpose.
Understanding Audience Behavior Across Industries
Perhaps the most intriguing revelation of Tiffany's journey was the discovery of how drastically audience behavior can differ between industries. Despite targeting a similar demographic, the pet care industry's passionate consumer behavior was vastly different from that of the tech industry.
This realization required a unique marketing approach, emphasizing authenticity and emotional connections. With the freedom to act and pivot more swiftly in a smaller team at ThunderWorks, Tiffany found herself embracing the challenge of understanding and catering to a whole new audience.
Tiffany's journey in the marketing landscape serves as a testament to the power of adaptability and innovation. From leveraging influencer marketing to drive exponential growth at Lenovo to embracing the unique challenges of the pet care industry at ThunderWorks, Tiffany's story offers invaluable insights.
In the ever-evolving marketing landscape, journeys like these remind us that embracing change and staying true to our brand's purpose can lead to a trail of remarkable achievements. It's truly inspiring for listeners to unlock our full potential and create marketing campaigns that resonate with consumers and make a lasting impact on their lives.