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Is Instagram Reels Getting Its Own App? Here’s What It Means for Creators and Brands
With TikTok facing potential bans in the U.S. and Instagram’s main app feeling cluttered, a separate Reels app could change the game for creators and brands. Let’s break down what this means, why Meta might be doing it, and how you can prepare for the shift.

How to Sell on Social Media Without Feeling Salesy
If your social media strategy feels like shouting into the void—or worse, like a door-to-door salesman in a digital world—it’s time to shift gears. Selling on social isn’t about pushing products. It’s about creating a brand people want to engage with. Here’s how to do it like a pro (without making your audience hit that mute button).

Why Every Business Needs a LinkedIn Marketing Strategy
LinkedIn has outgrown its job-hunting roots—today, it’s a powerhouse for business growth, networking, and brand positioning. Whether you’re a scrappy startup or a global enterprise, a well-executed LinkedIn strategy can elevate your brand, generate high-quality leads, and establish your authority in your industry. If your business isn’t tapping into LinkedIn’s potential, you’re leaving valuable opportunities on the table.

How to Market to Gen Z: Strategies for Engaging the Next Generation
Gen Z—born between 1997 and 2012—is the first generation of true digital natives. Socially conscious, highly engaged, and practically immune to traditional advertising, they demand authenticity, personalization, and purpose-driven branding. If your marketing strategy isn’t evolving to meet their expectations, you’re already falling behind.

The Rise of Voice & Visual Search: How Brands Can Stay Ahead
The way consumers search for information is evolving at lightning speed. With voice assistants like Alexa, Google Assistant, and Siri becoming household staples—and AI-driven visual search tools like Google Lens and Pinterest Lens transforming product discovery—brands must rethink their digital marketing strategies.

The Evolution of Social Commerce: How to Sell More on Instagram & TikTok
Social commerce is changing the game, and brands that master Instagram and TikTok as shopping platforms will see massive rewards. With in-app shopping, influencer-driven marketing, and viral content, these platforms offer direct access to engaged customers ready to buy. Here’s how to maximize your social commerce strategy and turn views into conversions.

5 Ways AI is Transforming Social Media Marketing
Let’s be honest: AI is no longer just the futuristic buzzword it was a few years ago. It’s here, and it’s shaking up the way brands approach social media marketing and advertising. For marketers and brand owners alike, AI isn't just a shiny new toy—it’s a game-changer. Whether you're looking to boost engagement, streamline your campaigns, or finally figure out why your last post tanked, AI has your back.

The Evolving Creator Economy: Redefining Consumer Engagement
The creator economy is revolutionizing how consumers interact with brands, media, and retail channels. In today’s digital era, individuals with personal brands and online followings have emerged as a cornerstone of modern marketing. This shift is fueled by increased digital media consumption and technological advancements that have lowered the barriers to content creation. As a result, the ecosystem continues to thrive, reshaping traditional marketing approaches and providing unique opportunities for businesses to connect with their audiences.

Why Storytelling is the Heart of Great Marketing
In a world inundated with advertisements, consumers are no longer drawn to generic sales pitches. They seek connection, authenticity, and narratives that resonate with their own experiences. This is where storytelling becomes the heart of great marketing, transforming brands into relatable entities and customers into loyal advocates.

Meet The Route Team: Veronika
Meet our newest addition to the team: Veronika, our enthusiastic and creative social media intern, ready to bring fresh ideas and dynamic approach to our remote team.

Social Media Marketing Predictions for 2025: What You Need to Know
The social media landscape is a fast-moving carousel of trends, tools, and strategies, and 2025 is shaping up to be no exception. In this blog article, we’re unpacking predictions for social media marketing in 2025—so you don’t have to. Let’s break down the key takeaways and how they can help your brand stay ahead of the curve.

What the TikTok Ban Could Mean for Your Social Media Strategy
In recent months, conversations surrounding a potential TikTok ban in the U.S. have resurfaced, leaving brands, marketers, and content creators wondering: What happens if TikTok disappears? Whether the ban materializes or not, it highlights an essential reality—platform dependency is risky. As brands and marketers, we need to be ready to adapt, diversify, and stay agile.

Gamification in Marketing: Turning Clicks into Engagement with a Twist
Gamification is more than a buzzword; it’s a powerful strategy that transforms brand engagement. Imagine your audience not just browsing but actively interacting with your content and coming back for more. Gamification adds a layer of fun to marketing, which is a breath of fresh air for consumers constantly bombarded with ads. Let’s explore why gamification works and how you can roll out a game plan to turn casual visitors into loyal fans.

Building a Seamless Omnichannel Marketing Strategy for Brand Success
In today’s fast-paced, hyper-connected world, crafting a seamless experience across all channels is more than a marketing strategy—it’s a necessity. For fashion, jewelry, and lifestyle brands, omnichannel marketing is the key to standing out in a crowded market. Let’s keep this interesting: it’s not just about being everywhere, it’s about being everywhere your customers are, with the same tone, vibe, and intention. So, how do you create an omnichannel strategy that doesn’t feel disjointed but flows like a beautifully curated collection?

How AI and Automation Can Transform Your Digital Marketing Strategy
AI and automation are revolutionizing digital marketing, making campaigns more efficient, personalized, and impactful. These tools are a game-changer for brands wanting to stay competitive, delivering results that boost both customer experience and ROI.

Mastering Instagram SEO: A Guide to Boosting Your Visibility
Mastering Instagram SEO is key for brands and influencers looking to boost visibility and engagement. With Instagram's evolving search capabilities, optimizing your content is a must to connect with your target audience. Here’s a quick guide to help you elevate your Instagram game through smart SEO practices.

Navigating the Decline of Organic Social Media Reach
In today’s rapidly shifting social media environment, the decline in organic reach presents a significant challenge for brands and marketers. This evolution demands a strategic rethink to ensure continued success in a space where competition is fiercer than ever.

Unlocking Success: How Sends Per Reach is Revolutionizing Instagram Algorithms
Recently, a new metric has emerged as a focal point for understanding user interaction and as an algorithm driver: Sends Per Reach. Unlike traditional metrics such as likes and comments, Sends Per Reach offers a deeper insight into how content resonates with audiences, emphasizing the importance of personal sharing. But what exactly is Sends Per Reach, and why is it becoming the latest obsession in the realm of digital marketing?

Embracing the Future: The Rise of CGI in Social Media Marketing
Computer-Generated Imagery (CGI) has fundamentally transformed the way brands interact with their audiences and has emerged as a powerful tool for creating captivating social media content. Keep reading to find out how you can leverage its capabilities to elevate your branding efforts.

Dark Social Marketing: The Rising Importance of Shared Content
In today's digital landscape, shared content is becoming a crucial metric for brands and marketers. Dark social, referring to content shared through private channels like email and instant messaging, plays a significant role in this. Coined by Alexis C. Madrigal in 2012, dark social accounts for a large portion of online sharing, presenting tracking challenges that lead to incomplete data and misattribution in marketing efforts.