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Trying to appeal to everyone usually leads to safe Trying to appeal to everyone usually leads to safer messaging, softer positioning, and a brand voice that sounds like… everyone else.

The brands people remember know exactly who they’re talking to. And just as importantly, who they’re not. You don’t need a bigger audience, you need the right one.
One of the biggest shifts we’re seeing in 2026 i One of the biggest shifts we’re seeing in 2026 is where people discover brands.

Today, more than 60% of product discovery happens on social platforms like Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube... not search engines. That changes how brands need to think about visibility.

Marketing isn’t just about being easy to find anymore. It’s about being easy to understand the moment someone discovers you. That means clearer messaging. Stronger storytelling. And content that helps people connect quickly, where they already are.

The brands adapting to this shift aren’t just keeping up. They’re getting ahead.
We love when great partnerships grow from real sto We love when great partnerships grow from real stories, and this one started in the kitchen.

Last summer, LaShaunda shared a heartfelt family recipe in a Glory Foods contest and instantly stood out. That moment turned into something bigger: a collaboration to help bring fresh inspiration to Glory Foods’ new Reduced Sodium line. And she delivered in a big way, creating bold, flavorful combinations that show just how exciting better-for-you Southern cooking can be.

Now her story and recipes have a home of their own on gloryfoods.com/showcase, where you can learn more about what inspires her love of food and explore all of her creations in one place.

We’re proud to help spotlight voices like LaShaunda’s and bring authentic stories to life.
Everyone loves a good marketing “rule.” But so Everyone loves a good marketing “rule.” But some of the most repeated advice is actually holding brands back.

3 myths we see all the time:

❌ “More posts = more engagement.”
❌ “You need to be on every platform.”
❌ “Marketing should appeal to everyone.”

The best brands do the opposite:
✔ Post with purpose
✔ Focus where their audience actually is
✔ Speak clearly to a specific customer

Good marketing isn’t louder, it’s smarter.
Momentum doesn’t usually come from one big momen Momentum doesn’t usually come from one big moment. It comes from a series of thoughtful decisions made consistently over time. That’s true for brands, teams, and partnerships alike.

Progress happens step by step with clear strategy, strong collaboration, and a willingness to keep moving forward... together.
Views feel good. Likes look impressive. But if yo Views feel good. Likes look impressive.

But if your audience still doesn’t know what you do, why you matter, or why they should choose you… the algorithm isn’t your problem. The goal isn’t just to be seen. It’s to be remembered for the right reasons.

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