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Will Search Engine Traffic Really Drop 25% by 2026, As Gartner Predicts?

Big Technology • 6004 implied HN points • 15 Mar 24
🕹 Technology Search Engines AI Predictions Business impact Content Strategy
  1. Gartner predicts a 25% drop in traditional search engine traffic by 2026, with AI chatbots and virtual agents gaining more traction.
  2. The decline in search engine traffic could significantly impact major players like Google and potentially lead to a shift in web navigation towards chatbots and away from traditional search.
  3. The prediction of a decline in search traffic raises questions about the future of web content strategy and the role of individual web pages in the era of AI-driven answer engines.

the end of the internet is nigh?

Tiny Empires • 49 implied HN points • 23 Oct 24
🕹 Technology Digital Media Community Building Content Strategy User engagement
  1. The internet is getting crowded with spammy content from bots and AI, making real conversations harder to find. It's important to focus on creating genuine and trusted online communities.
  2. Brands need to shift their strategies from chasing algorithms to building direct connections with their audience. This means prioritizing quality content and engaging personally with customers.
  3. Future success lies in balancing technology and human interaction. Startups should aim to create authentic spaces where people can connect, despite the overwhelming digital noise.

How publishers should respond to declining Google traffic

Simon Owens's Media Newsletter • 1097 implied HN points • 10 Jan 24
💼 Business Media industry Content Strategy Revenue Generation Subscription Models Digital Publishing
  1. Google traffic may not be as valuable as perceived, as it often results in low engagement and conversion rates.
  2. High-quality publishers can leverage brand recognition as a powerful tool to compete in search results dominated by AI-generated content.
  3. Building a strong personal brand in the Creator Economy can lead to burnout and lack of exit options, prompting some creators to launch companies separate from their personal brands.
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How to launch a show on Substack

Substack • 60 implied HN points • 07 May 24
🕹 Technology Video creation Content Strategy Website Design Social media
  1. Start by claiming your subdomain and choosing a title for your Substack. This will help identify your space online.
  2. Think about your video content strategy. Decide what will be free and what will be paid to attract subscribers.
  3. When you're ready, promote your launch on social media and send news to friends. Encourage them to spread the word about your new Substack.

An Invitation to a Webinar Presented by Ayodeji Awosika on 6 July 2023, at 7 PM EST

Content Strategy, Development, & Marketing Insights • 98 implied HN points • 04 Jul 23
🚌 Education Webinar Writing Training Content Strategy Development
  1. Learn how to become a full-time writer from Ayodeji Awosika in a free webinar on July 6, 2023, at 7 PM EST.
  2. Discover Ayodeji's system to reach a writing income of $5k per month and build an audience on various platforms.
  3. The webinar will cover attracting readers, making money as a writer, and overcoming common mistakes in writing.

My Creator Journey: From "Beginner" (<1K) to "Growing" (>100K+)

carmona • 79 implied HN points • 20 Jun 23
💼 Business Social media Monetization Content Strategy Audience Growth Collaborations
  1. Consider the relative value proposition of each social platform when building your content strategy.
  2. For smaller creators, a cross-platform approach to content strategy can be more beneficial than posting the same content across all platforms.
  3. As you grow, focus on creating high-quality, engaging content that aligns with platform trends to maintain and increase audience growth.

Blending AI and Human Creativity: Generative AI and Content Strategy

The Data Score • 39 implied HN points • 28 May 23
🕹 Technology AI Data Content Strategy Machine Learning
  1. A great content strategy in the alternative data ecosystem should focus on providing validation and memorability of the data story for the audience.
  2. When utilizing generative AI in content creation, it is essential to recognize the valuable use cases and limitations associated with this technology.
  3. Human-in-the-loop collaboration, where AI is fine-tuned and guided by human expertise, can lead to the creation of more impactful and meaningful content.

✅ Media pitching is harder than ever

Wadds Inc. newsletter • 39 implied HN points • 26 Jan 23
💼 Business Media Relations Public Relations Corporate Communications Digital marketing Content Strategy
  1. Media pitching is really tough right now. Many organizations struggle to get attention because there are fewer media outlets and lots of competition.
  2. Journalists are super busy and get overwhelmed with pitches. Right now, less than 3% of media pitches even get a response, making it hard for PR professionals to connect.
  3. Instead of only pitching to traditional media, organizations should create their own content, like newsletters and podcasts. This way, they can build their own audiences and have better media relations.

Turnaround #1

Turnaround • 79 implied HN points • 22 Jul 19
💼 Business Leadership Content Strategy Networking Design Hiring
  1. Thoughtful leaders and a supportive culture can successfully drive change in even giant corporations that have made big mistakes in the past.
  2. Empathy plays a crucial role in business success, as highlighted by Satya Nadella's focus on empathy in his book.
  3. Some books are meant to be read slowly and savored, with breaks to chew over the content and admire the writing.

Joshua Citarella: Memetic Tactics: The Slow Red Pill

Do Not Research • 19 implied HN points • 14 Jul 21
🕹 Technology Social media Content Strategy Digital Platforms Internet culture
  1. The 'slow red-pill' strategy involves gradually exposing an audience to extremist content by mixing in radical posts with popular conservative content on social media.
  2. Online radicalization tactics are not limited to the American far-right but have been used globally, like in Myanmar by the military to spread propaganda.
  3. Fighting online radicalization requires addressing the societal roots of the problem rather than just relying on content moderation by big tech companies.

You know what really shits me

Mehdeeka • 0 implied HN points • 12 Apr 23
💼 Business Marketing SEO Brand Strategy Content Strategy
  1. Starting a marketing strategy based only on what successful large brands do may not work for smaller businesses.
  2. Investing in SEO and organic search may not always bring in customers as expected, especially for companies with less than $10M ARR.
  3. To improve marketing effectiveness, consider looking at the strategy evolution of companies a step ahead and collecting feedback directly from customer-facing teams.

How we got 60,000 users using SEO

Founders Confidential • 0 implied HN points • 20 Apr 24
💼 Business Marketing Startups SEO User Acquisition Content Strategy
  1. To succeed with SEO, it's important to understand your audience and what they are searching for. Identify long-tail keywords with less competition to rank more easily.
  2. Creating high-quality, valuable content is key. Write articles that answer readers' questions and engage them, as this helps with both user trust and search rankings.
  3. Be patient, as SEO results take time. It might take several months for your articles to gain traction in Google search, but consistency in posting can lead to more visibility and domain authority.

What can help you with Twitter's growth? 🚀

Business & Marketing with Nika • 0 implied HN points • 07 Jul 24
💼 Business Marketing Social media Entrepreneurship Content Strategy
  1. Twitter Premium can be helpful for sharing longer posts and gaining some credibility with the blue checkmark. These features make it easier to connect with others on the platform.
  2. Engaging with others through discussions, quickly replying to comments, and being active can help grow your follower base on Twitter. Participating in Twitter Spaces is also a great way to connect with people.
  3. Despite some issues with reach lately, the connections made on Twitter can be very valuable. Building a strong presence and community is often more important than just the number of followers.

✅ Monday briefing: Combatting disinformation, radio rocks, newsletter strategies, content engagement, algorithmic amplification, Facebook's second life, Facebook groups, and more...

Wadds Inc. newsletter • 0 implied HN points • 01 Nov 21
🕹 Technology Social media Disinformation Content Strategy Radio Algorithms Communications
  1. A company backed by well-known investors is working to fight disinformation by promoting fact-based information. It's a step to help people get reliable news.
  2. Many people in the UK still love listening to the radio, with 89% tuning in every week. It's a popular way to consume content for many adults.
  3. Newsletters are becoming a popular strategy for publishers to connect with readers directly. They help bypass big tech platforms like Apple and Google.

✅ Monday briefing: Press freedom, best practice content, communication design, accessibility advice, audio branding, Sorrell on PR, ESG survey, Facebook manipulation and more…

Wadds Inc. newsletter • 0 implied HN points • 19 Apr 21
💼 Business Media Marketing Public Relations Content Strategy Corporate Governance
  1. Press freedom is a serious issue, with the recent murder of a journalist in Europe highlighting ongoing dangers. More awareness and action are needed to protect reporters.
  2. Content creation and communication design are improving, with government guidelines helping people write better for specific audiences. It's important to understand who you're talking to.
  3. Audio branding is becoming popular, meaning companies are paying attention to how they sound. For example, car manufacturers are creating unique sounds for their electric cars.

The Pursuit of Evergreen

CAUSL Effect • 0 implied HN points • 01 Sep 24
🎭️ Culture Writing Content creation Social media Digital Identity Content Strategy
  1. It's important to own your content rather than just sharing it on social media. When you put effort into writing, you want it to be seen for a long time.
  2. Writing long pieces first, then shortening them for social media, can help in conveying your ideas better. It also means your hard work doesn't get lost in the fast-paced flow of posts.
  3. Finding the right platform for your writing is a challenge. You want to balance getting your work seen by others while still having control over it.

Using shape of stories for web site analysis

Experiments with NLP and GPT-3 • 0 implied HN points • 07 Oct 24
🕹 Technology AI Web Design Content Strategy Information Architecture Usability
  1. Websites can have a certain flow or structure, similar to stories. This means the way content is organized can affect how users experience the site.
  2. Using AI can help analyze website content to identify strengths and areas for improvement. It can suggest ways to make a site more engaging and comprehensive.
  3. Improving a website involves expanding the topics covered, deepening content on existing topics, and making connections between different parts of the site clearer.

European VCs and backed CEOs, what happened to your content strategy?

Venture Prose • 0 implied HN points • 19 Mar 14
💼 Business Venture Capital CEOs Content Strategy Investors
  1. Communication is key for VCs and CEOs. Share culture, strategy, and expectations to be understood.
  2. Sharing real experiences and lessons is valuable. Provide unique insights beyond mainstream information.
  3. Sharing knowledge and stories is beneficial for everyone. It contributes to better quality information and personal understanding.