A Defining Moment Mar 24, 2020 ... outbreak reinforce the activist drive that we see among Gen Z and Millennials. Organizations like Invisible Hands, which helps deliver food to high-risk demographics, was founded by two 20-year-olds: they’ve successfully recruited 1,300 volunteers in just 72 hours to help deliver groceries and medicine to elderly and vulnerable New Yorkers. INFO, STAT!For youth today, education—be it about a social cause, a political issue, or even this global pandemic—is paramount. As we have discussed in prior ...
Breaking Bad Mar 20, 2019 ... their nascency before the change becomes widely adopted; otherwise, they’ll seem behind or worse, working against the positive change.SOCIAL NORMS AROUND IDENTITYAlthough all generations today have greater freedom to identify themselves as they see fit, identity in and of itself is more divisive and open for commentary, especially as it's now broadcast online—particularly on social media. Older generations, who had to conform to rigid societal expectations as they grew up, are watching younger ...
Gen Z Marketing Tips Jun 11, 2017 ... attention and admiration. - 1. Go live - Zs are increasingly drawn to live video entertainment, as evidenced by their usage of live hangout platforms to bond with friends (see Social Live) and their adoption of live video tools when shopping online (see Hi & Buy). Brands across all industries should tap into Zs' desire for such content, giving them entertainment to consume in-the-moment, so they can feel part of a shared digital experience. Toys "R" Us Given that the Toys "R" Us' mascot is a giraffe ...
Office Space Sep 17, 2016 community retail brick-and-mortar coworking spaces open offices ... : Office Space. This emerging outlook signals an opportunity for all brands with a physical presence—whether permanent or temporary—to provide places for young people to be productive. Young consumers embrace stores that are calm, inviting, and comfortable, where they can stay for a while and enjoy the atmosphere, regardless of their intent to shop; meanwhile, party-like settings in stores have lost their allure (see Mind The Store). This shifting preference has prompted many brands to ...
The Direct Connection Jun 21, 2019 ... , 1,2,3Another way in which DTC brands are winning consumers is through their “try before you buy” deals that make trying new products easier and safer. These disruptor brands are known for having good trial policies and reasonably long testing periods, which are important as new brands entering an already saturated marketplace. For example, the DTC luggage brand Away offers a 100-day trial during which new customers can travel with and test out their luggage; if after 100 days a customer decides they do not ...
The Joyride Dec 07, 2018 ... When it comes to travel, modern youth are elevating the journey, presenting an opportunity for brands to help them create memorable experiences when in transit to their destination.In the past, the journey was treated as a necessary evil that travelers were forced to endure en route to a final destination, hence the age-old refrain, “Are we there yet?” But what was once the most dreaded part of a trip is now being elevated; modern young consumers don’t see the journey as merely a means to get ...
R&R (Rest & Replay) Mar 15, 2018 health & wellness marketing media & entertainment mindfulness ... Entertainment that evokes mindfulness is on the rise, as young consumers drive demand for content that relieves stress and enhances their mental state.While the constant influx of content that modern consumers are exposed to can incite much anxiety, young adults are turning this problem caused by their access into a solution. Increasingly, they're navigating through the noise in the online realm and creating and consuming content that provides catharsis. Much as they embrace methods of ...
The New Social Norms Dec 18, 2017 social life friends nightlife social media ... they own (see The Optimization Generation), to their desire for fewer, more personalized choices from brands to ease the hassle of decision-making. Now it's also impacting their friendships and social behaviors. For instance, young people used to take pride in amassing as many friends and followers as possible on social media and being part of a sizeable squad, yet today, they realize that having lots of friends isn't all that it's cracked up to be. Their social media pages and contacts are filled ...
Marketing Tips Sep 19, 2016 marketing retail brick-and-mortar e-commerce shopping ... enthusiasts dialed in just to chat or express their love for the brand, while others found it a helpful way to learn about the benefits of the service if they weren’t subscribed already. Based on the positive response, Birchbox is now live chatting with its Snapchat followers once a week. - 7. Provide a sense of home. - As consumers can buy anything online today, brick-and-mortar brands need to offer more to get people in stores (see What’s In Store). Retailers can position their spaces as the draw ...
Show Me Love Dec 09, 2015 relationships spending love ... third buy themselves presents, including 41% of U.S. youth. Moreover, as young people are increasingly comfortable spending time alone in public (see Soloists), two in 10 report that they take themselves out on dates. This is especially the case in South Korea where 52% of youth say they do so, and least likely in Japan where only 5% take themselves on dates.Which of the following is true for you? I buy myself presents | I take myself out on dates I buy myself presents | I take myself out on ...
