“User-generated content is the easiest way for brands to get their community to do their selling for them. Ultimately, people buy from people they like, trust, admire or relate to,” says Jemima Carr-Jones.
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August 26, 2024
How to create authentic user-generated content
Jemima Carr-Jones of Love Studios shares her top tips for making content for your startup
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