As we are halfway into 2024, staying ahead in social media marketing means embracing emerging trends. Discover how longer videos are making a comeback, AI integration is enhancing content and customer service, and social media shopping is booming. Learn about the shift towards private engagement, the rise of social platforms as search engines, and the resurgence of nostalgia marketing. Adapt your strategy with these insights for maximum impact.

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In this episode, host Kimron Corion welcomes back CharlYN Asher, the first-ever guest on the Dropping Bars Podcast. They discuss Charlyn's journey as a CEO and the challenges of running two companies simultaneously. They also delve into the considerations for starting or buying a business, the importance of customer experience and service, and the mindset needed for entrepreneurship. Charlene shares her passion for giving back to the community and her experiences in helping schools in Grenada. The episode concludes with advice for aspiring entrepreneurs and the importance of building relationships. Takeaways - Running multiple businesses simultaneously is challenging but rewarding. - When starting or buying a business, consider factors such as financing, passion, profitability, and the need for good legal and accounting support. - Starting a business with limited financing is possible, especially with the rise of e-commerce platforms. - Entrepreneurship requires perseverance and a growth mindset. - Giving back to the community and building relationships are crucial for success in business. - Providing excellent customer service and ensuring a positive customer experience are key factors in business success.

In this episode of the DropinBars podcast, host Kimron Corion explores the topic of beef in the music industry. He discusses the prevalence of beef between artists and the impact they have on the industry. Kimron examines how a beef can be strategically leveraged as a marketing tool, leading to increased exposure, monetization opportunities, and fan loyalty. He also highlights the potential drawbacks of beefing, including the normalization of conflicts, distractions from the music itself, reputational damage, and the impact on mental health. Ultimately, Kimron emphasizes the need for artists and industry professionals to carefully consider the benefits and risks of engaging in beef. Takeaways -Beef between artists in the music industry has been a tactic used for decades to gain attention, sell records, and increase earnings. -Beef can provide increased exposure, leading to more streams, downloads, and sales of music. -Monetization opportunities arise from beef through advertising, streaming royalties, and increased concert ticket sales. -While beef can rejuvenate an artist's career and introduce them to a new generation of fans, it also has potential drawbacks, including the normalization of conflicts, distractions from the music itself, reputational damage, and impact on mental health. Chapters 00:00 Introduction: Exploring Musical Beef 03:12 Beef as a Marketing Tool 06:08 Longevity and Relevance 07:36 Drawbacks of Beefing 09:35 Double-Edged Sword: Benefits and Risks 10:04 Considerations for Artists and Industry Professionals 11:01 Closing Thoughts