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As of Q2 2023, digital video is practically the lifeline of modern marketing, rocking a 92.3% audience reach globally. Whether you're into toe-tapping music videos, laugh-out-loud comedies, viral sensations, or those oh-so-helpful how-to guides, video has something for every palate. Reach your audience through video content with these trends that are shaping video in 2024.

Diageo, the powerhouse behind renowned brands like Johnnie Walker and Tanqueray, unlocked the vault of evolving trends through its Foresight Report, "Distilled." The report decodes global conversations and provides insight into what makes Millennial and Gen Z consumers tick. The trends highlighted in the Diageo Foresight Report can help marketers orchestrate an influential experience for their audience. Let's unravel how you can meet your Millennial and Gen Z audience’s changing preferences and stay ahead of their expectations.

Once upon a time in the not-so-far-away digital land of stories, marketers began weaving narratives to connect with their audience through their screens. Storytelling lets you infuse authenticity into your messages and share adventures with your audience. Companies with great stories have a 20% increase in customer loyalty. Think of it this way: You are the author of your own series, where the characters aren’t make-believe. They are the people your business interacts with (your audience and business partners.) Elevate your inbound marketing by developing a solid identity through captivating stories.

Every marketer dreams of basking in the limelight, but the struggle to boost exposure extends beyond content marketing - it's a Public Relations (PR) challenge. Almost every marketer has struggled with finding ways to enhance visibility. Overcoming this hurdle requires a strategic approach; this is where the digital PR power trio comes into play: influencers, press, and relationships. By leveraging the collective strength of these elements, marketers can creatively address exposure challenges and make a lasting impact.

Mastering video marketing on a budget is one of the smartest things you can do as an up-and-coming marketer. You may have heard content is king, but video stands out as real royalty. In 2023, online video accounted for 82.5% of all web traffic. Video is capable of capturing attention and driving engagement like no other. While you might associate great video campaigns with million-dollar budgets, that’s not always the case. The reality is that a compelling video marketing strategy is within reach, regardless of where your budgets are at. Integrating video into your strategic plan without breaking the bank is all about being savvy with your resources.

Recycling content is the most sustainable way to approach your content marketing strategy. Not to mention that anywhere from 60-80% of your audience didn't catch your content on the first go around. Repurposing content can help you increase brand awareness, grow your audience, and get the most bang for your content buck. Not convinced? Talk to the 94% of marketers who repurpose their content. Content is king, so understanding the art of republishing and revitalizing historical content can be a potential goldmine.