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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

“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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