#Combined Strategies

[koobruk]

When navigating the digital marketing sphere, businesses are often presented with a conundrum: to go organic with Search Engine Optimisation (SEO) or to invest in Pay-Per-Click (PPC) advertising. Each has its merit; SEO builds credibility and garners organic traffic, while PPC assures immediate visibility and traffic. Read the article to know more.

[easynotes4u]

Corporate Level Strategies - Growth, Diversification, Stability, Retrenchment

Today in this topic we will discuss about various corporate level Strategies such as Growth or expansion Strategies, Diversification Strategies, Stability strategies, Retrenchment Strategies, Combined Strategies.  Corporate Level Strategies Corporate-level strategies are high-level plans and actions that guide an organization’s overall direction and scope. These strategies are typically developed…

[kizzer55555]

DP x DC: The Most Dangerous Card Game

Ok so Danny has essentially claimed earth as his. And he is fully aware that there are constant threats to the planet. Now he can’t stop a threat that originates on earth (that’s something he’ll leave to the Justice league) but he can do something about outside threats. Doing some research on ancient spells, rituals, and artifacts, he cast a world wide barrier on the planet to protect it from hostile threats so they cannot enter. This will prevent another Pariah Dark incident. However, barriers like this come at a price. You see, there are two ways to make a barrier. Either make one powered up by your own energy and power (which would be constantly draining) or set up a barrier with rules. The way magic works is that nothing can be absolutely indestructible. It must have a weakness. The most powerful barriers weren’t the ones reinforced with layer after layer of protective charms and buffed up with power. Those could eventually be destroyed either by being overpowered, wearing them down, or by cutting off the original power source. No, the most powerful barriers were the ones with a deliberate weakness. A barrier indestructible except for one spot. A cage that can only be opened from the outside. Or that can only be passed with a key or by solving a riddle. So Danny chooses this type of barrier and does the necessary ritual and pours in enough power to make it. And he adds his condition for anyone to enter. 

Now the Justice league? Find out about the barrier when Trigon attempts to attack, they were preparing after he threatened what he would do once he got to earth. How he would destroy them. The Justice league tried to take the fight to him first but were utterly destroyed, so they retreated home to tend to their injuries, and fortify earth for one. Last. Stand. Only when Trigon makes his big entrance…he’s stopped.

The Justice league watch in awe as this thin see-through barrier with beautiful green swirls and speckled white lights like stars apears blocking Trigon and his army’s advance. The barrier looks so thin and fragile yet no matter how hard the warlord hits, none of his attacks can get through and neither can he damage said barrier. That’s when Constantine and Zatanna recognizes what this barrier is. Something only a powerful entity could create. For a moment, the league is filled with hope that Trigon can’t get through yet Constantine also explains that it’s not impenetrable. And clearly Trigon knows this too for he calls out a challenge. 

And that’s when, in a flash of light, a tiny glowing teenager appears. He looked absolutly minuscule compared to Trigon and yet practically glowed with power (this isn’t a King Danny AU though).

And that is when the conditions for passing the barrier are revealed. And the Justice realize that the only thing stopping Trigon and his army from decimating earth. The only way he can get through….is by beating this glowing teenager in a card game. 

Not just any card game though. The most convoluted game Sam, Danny, and Tucker invented themselves. It’s like the infinite realms version of magic the gathering, combined with Pokémon, and chess. And Danny is the master. So sit down Trigon and let’s play.

(The most intense card game of the Justice league’s life).

After Danny wins, this happens a few more times with outer word beings and possibly even demons attempting to invade earth, yet none have been able to beat the mysterious teenager in a card game. Constantine might even take a crack at it and try to figure out how to play. He’s really bad though. Every time this happens, the Justice league worry that this might be the time the teenager looses. Yet every time, he wins (even if only barely). 

Meanwhile, Danny, Sam, and Tucker have gotten addicted to the game and play it almost daily. Some teachers might seem them playing the game are are like ‘awww how cute’ not realizing this game is literally saving the world. Jazz is just happy they aren’t spending as much time on their screens playing Doomed.

[eobe]

Artful ARC trooper strategies #3

It's getting more complex to reach the goal. The first levels were fairly easy...

💛 level 1 // Omega

💣 level 2 // Wrecker

This is the maybe most intimidating ARC trooper of all. Badass, cyborg and master strategist and heavily underestimated when wearing a big comfy sweater hehehe 🤭 Patience and observing is paying off. Watch this! 😎

Next level:

👀 …

✨ …

😱

with @foxwithadarkside 🫶✨

comfy sweater credits to @astral-veil 🧶

A Quick Cuddle – short story by @the-bi-space-ace, again with a similar vibe! 😀

[lunarharp]

the scrabblers and their bored boyfriends

[lace4forest]

The Hero of Chaos doesn't do Meetings...

Okay, so we did this on stream! So we talked a LOT about our thoughts on this piece! (I'll make a time laps later!) ANYWAYS-

THE HERO OF CHAOS- So that's a title in the Zelda Timeline that is just sitting there???? We came to a head canon that the Hero of Chaos was who the Fierce Deity USED to be!

Basically, this is set before Hyrule Kingdom was established, so Zelda here is actually Sonia's Grandmother!

The City of Hylia is having trouble with some bandits, Zelda is the leader because (Blood of the Goddess) and her Captain likes to call war meetings. Link here is just a woodworker, who was dragged into this. He was friends with Zelda (And maybe the happy mask salesmen??) and decides to help out the best he can.

Throughout the story, Link has to take on more and more Chaotic energy to be able to stand up to the Demon Majora, in the end, Link was able to seal the Demon into a mask, but was corrupted to the point of no return, so Zelda was forced to seal him into the Fierce Deities mask.

No text version below.

[lethalhoopla]

the couple that takes down red templars while exploring old ruins together stays together yearns dramatically forevermore together (...in dreams)

(Solas x nonbinary!Lavellan - they/them)

[venti-death-watch]

my worst au habit is that i always, without a doubt, put yanqing on the astral express. like the concept of him looking at jingliu & jing yuan’s teachings (pure strength & art of the sword versus strategy & why you wield) and deciding to take a third path is so appealing to me. it also is exactly what jing yuan wants him to do, so by him taking that third path he’s subtly telling jing yuan that he’s learned from jing yuan— ie, when there’s a stalemate on the board, bring in an outside option

[thelaurenshippen]

made to love resident evil games, born to be afraid of spiders

[kyouka-supremacy]

People seriously be thinking Akutagawa is the brain in sskk like?????? Uh??????? Dude was born with half a brain cell and was probably tricked into donating it to Dazai when he was 16?????????????

[fvckw4d]

The concept of queerbaiting annoys me. I was told that it refers to a work of fiction pretending to cater to a queer audience but then pulling back from it to avoid alienating homophobes, which is an incredibly specific thing. But a lot of people seem to think that it instead means "any time there's any gay subtex, metaphor, or ambiguity" or "whenever something from 1995-2012 was being a normal amount of homophobic for the era."

[kuyatecallate]

Concept that won't leave me alone;

If Grimora had the OLD_DATA at the start of the game, I reckon she'd go for a dungeon crawler. Imagine, you wake up in darkness and in the distance sits a candleabra and some decrepit tombstones. An ominous voice speaks from behind them, narrating your journey and giving cryptic hints, slowly becoming less encouraging and more frigid.

The crypt is divided by checked tiles and the candle will only reveal ones in your nearest vicinity. For every step you take, ghosts and ghouls in the darkness will move- hostile or otherwise- and will engage if you move onto the same tile. For every life lost, a candle is extinguished, and your vision impaired as a consequence.

It's essentially a reimagining of her segment in Act 2 and the board she has in the finale, just given a more 3D spin compared to Leshy and P03's tabletop gameplay. Once you actually get to her, you see her chessboard and the pieces she's been controlling to battle you. Now that you've bested her ghouls, she wants to add you to her collection-

oh shit how cool would it be if you're roaming around and you find a ghoul with the name from your last run :0c maybe instead of having a death card, they offer you one of the cards from your old deck? Or maybe you'd have to fight them, and if successful they give a useful buff or item?

Her quill could be quite lethal, in a sense that if any of your cards perish in battle, she'll use it against you- she may even use your past deaths as randomised cards with varying power discrepancies. In place of Leshy borrowing the moon, she could summon the Bone Lord as the third phase gimmick. Any 'bleedable' cards on the table will be devoured instantly on his turn, satiating him for the following turn and giving the player a handful of bones... idk smthn like that

This shits so clear in my minds eye, but illustrating it has been a pain. Now that it's out in written form, maybe I can focus on the other concept gnawing on my corpse?

[lucalicatteart]

A few little sketches of some possible school uniforms for mage schools/learning centers for magic/etc. :0c Though because Nanyevimi is so scattered and disconnected, it'd actually vary much more by region (like not everywhere would have a cultural concept of what a suit jacket or neck tie looks like lol), so it's probably unrealistic for so many of them to follow too many traditional Uniform Conventions from cultures in our world, etc. But, still, fun to mess around with designs, and think about which would be most fun to wear/what school you'd go to just based off the clothing lol~

[ctl-yuejie]

you remembered, quite observant ｜hidden agenda ep. 1

[elytrafemme]

i'll post some pictures later but today was another productive day in pokémon black!! i'm at driftveil city now (think i got the name right?). current team is Dewott (endgame), Pansear, Timburr, Cottonee (endgame), Herdier, and Krokorok (endgame). i'm enjoying the plot so far -- i somehow get very stressed with games that are relatively low stress, haha, so i have some difficulty navigating the routes and things. but i genuinely do like the two rivals, bianca is a lesbian in my heart (sorry) but like... they feel very sweet and compelling, i can imagine how all of them would be childhood friends :') also N is pretty interesting though i didn't understand what the fuck was happening in the ferris wheel scene because sometimes pokémon dialogue is strange lol. not sure if it's no fun to look up the kind of pokémon i can encounter in each place but i am dyinggg to know when i can see some more type variation... i have like ZERO flying type counters and those are the only pokémon you run into ever.

[apcseo]

Influencer Marketing: Authenticity, Micro-Influencers, and the Future of Brand Collaborations

Explore the intricacies of influencer marketing, its evolution, and the pivotal role of authenticity.

In today's fast-paced digital world, where social media platforms have become the primary channels for communication and content consumption, influencer marketing has emerged as a transformative force in the realm of advertising and brand promotion. With the ability to reach millions of engaged consumers with just a few clicks, influencers have become powerful advocates for brands, shaping consumer preferences and driving purchasing decisions like never before.

In this blog, we'll explore the intricacies of influencer marketing, from its fundamental principles to its evolution into a multi-billion-dollar industry. We'll delve into the concept of authenticity and its pivotal role in forging meaningful connections between brands, influencers, and their audiences. Additionally, we'll examine the rise of micro-influencers and the unique advantages they offer for brands seeking to engage with niche audiences in a more targeted and personalized manner.

Join us on a journey through the dynamic landscape of influencer marketing as we uncover the strategies, trends, and best practices that are shaping the future of brand collaborations in the digital age. Whether you're a marketer looking to harness the power of influencers or an influencer seeking to enhance your partnerships with brands, this blog will provide valuable insights and inspiration for navigating the ever-changing world of influencer marketing.

What is Influencer Marketing?

Influencer marketing is a form of marketing that leverages individuals with a large and engaged following on social media platforms to promote products or services. These individuals, known as influencers, have built credibility and trust with their audience, making their recommendations and endorsements highly influential. Brands collaborate with influencers to reach specific demographics, increase brand awareness, drive engagement, and ultimately, boost sales.

How Does it Help the Brand?

Influencer marketing offers several benefits for brands:

1. Increased Reach and Visibility: Collaborating with influencers allows brands to tap into their existing audience base, reaching a larger and more targeted demographic than traditional advertising methods.

2. Authenticity and Trust: Influencers often have a more personal and authentic connection with their followers, making their recommendations feel genuine and trustworthy. This authenticity can significantly impact consumer perception and purchasing decisions.

3. Engagement and Brand Advocacy: Influencers have the ability to create compelling content that resonates with their audience, sparking conversations and interactions around the brand. This engagement can lead to increased brand advocacy and loyalty among consumers.

4. Diversified Content: Partnering with influencers enables brands to showcase their products or services in diverse and creative ways, leveraging the unique storytelling and creative skills of each influencer to connect with consumers on a deeper level.

Who are Micro-Influencers?

Micro-influencers are individuals who have smaller but highly engaged followings on social media, typically ranging from a few thousand to around 100,000 followers. While they may not have the massive reach of macro-influencers or celebrities, micro-influencers often have a more niche and dedicated audience within a specific interest or industry. This focused audience allows micro-influencers to cultivate deeper relationships and higher levels of engagement with their followers, making them valuable partners for brands seeking to target specific demographics or niche markets.

Micro-influencers offer several advantages for brands:

1. Higher Engagement Rates: Micro-influencers tend to have higher engagement rates compared to macro-influencers or celebrities, as their followers feel a stronger connection and sense of community with them.

2. Cost-Effective Partnerships: Collaborating with micro-influencers is often more cost-effective for brands, as they typically charge lower fees or may even be willing to accept product collaborations in exchange for promotion.

3. Authenticity and Relatability: Micro-influencers are seen as more relatable and authentic by their followers, as they often share content that reflects their personal interests, experiences, and opinions. This authenticity can translate into higher levels of trust and credibility for the brand.

4. Niche Targeting: Micro-influencers often specialize in specific niches or industries, allowing brands to reach highly targeted and relevant audiences that align with their products or services.

Authenticity and the Future of Brand Collaborations

As influencer marketing continues to evolve, authenticity has become increasingly important for both brands and influencers alike. In a saturated market where consumers are bombarded with sponsored content, authenticity is the key to standing out and building genuine connections with audiences.

Authenticity in influencer marketing involves:

1. Transparent Partnerships: Brands and influencers should be transparent about their collaborations, clearly disclosing sponsored content to maintain trust and credibility with their audiences.

2. Genuine Recommendations: Influencers should only promote products or services that they genuinely believe in and that align with their personal brand and values. Authentic recommendations are more likely to resonate with audiences and drive meaningful engagement.

3. Storytelling and Creativity: Authenticity is about more than just product placement; it's about telling a compelling story and creating content that resonates with the audience on a deeper level. Brands and influencers should collaborate to create authentic and creative campaigns that capture the attention and imagination of their target audience.

4. Long-Term Relationships: Building long-term relationships between brands and influencers fosters authenticity and trust over time. Brands should invest in nurturing relationships with influencers who are genuine advocates for their brand, rather than pursuing one-off partnerships for short-term gains.

As we look to the future of influencer marketing, authenticity will continue to be a driving force behind successful brand collaborations. Brands that prioritize authenticity and partner with genuine influencers who authentically connect with their audience will stand out in a crowded market and build lasting relationships with consumers.

In conclusion, influencer marketing offers brands a powerful opportunity to connect with consumers in a more authentic and engaging way. The rise of micro-influencers has further emphasized the importance of authenticity and niche targeting in influencer partnerships. As the industry continues to evolve, brands that prioritize authenticity, transparency, and genuine connections with influencers and audiences will thrive in the ever-changing landscape of influencer marketing.

A marketing and advertising agency is committed to helping brands navigate the world of influencer marketing and create authentic and impactful campaigns that resonate with their target audience.

This post was originally published on: Apppl Combine