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What if the key to long-term brand success wasn’t about reaching more people, but building deeper connections with the right ones?

At The Drum Predictions 2025, Duel’s Head of Category & Content, and co-host of the Building Brand Advocacy Podcast, Verity Hurd, took the stage to break down why Advocacy should be every marketer’s next obsession.

In a landscape where social engagement is plummeting, the brands that thrive will be the ones that turn customers into champions.

Every brand builder has a burning question… How do I ignite growth on TikTok in 2023? This episode of the Building Brand Advocacy podcast unveils a treasure trove of insider insights, including the answers you’ve been waiting for.

Duel's Trendwatch. 

Consider this your go-to source for the hottest Instagram and TikTok trends that are setting the fashion and beauty world ablaze. Duel's content team is on a mission to keep you in the loop, serving up a fresh batch of viral social media sensations every other week.

What do you get when you blend entrepreneurship, innovation, and a dash of magic? The answer is TOMS. This remarkable brand has derived a unique formula for success, combining the essence of generosity with the appeal of comfortable shoes while infusing it all with glamor.

When you think of branding, what comes to your mind first?

Is it the vibrant logos or memorable slogans?

While these undoubtedly play a crucial role, at its core, branding is about forging an unshakeable trust with your audience; it's about creating a continuing bond that goes beyond a transaction or a brief interaction.

Behind every brand's success, there is a narrative; a story that captures hearts and influences decisions. Even brands as iconic as MAC, Calvin Klein, and Inkbox owe their monumental success to the strength of their narrative and the advocates who champion it.

Brands like Peloton, Harley Davidson, Apple, and Nike all have one thing in common: their undivided focus on communities.

Audience VS Community

A never-ending love-hate story between the two.

Yes, they're different, but could you pick out the specific differences?

You see, in the massive flood of content today, building authentic human connections is key to standing out. 

Generally speaking, an audience is more passive, while a community is a tight-knit group of passionately loyal supporters.

Influencer marketing is a hot topic, but the various names and types of influencers/advocates can get very confusing. Luckily, Paul is here to clear up the confusion.

The luxury beauty sector is exploding.

Take a moment. Imagine a world where brands stand to make a killing on their influencer marketing, if only they can nail their approach to social Advocacy. Right now, you’re living in it.

Duel's Trend watch. 

Consider this your go-to source for the hottest Instagram and TikTok trends that are setting the fashion and beauty world ablaze. Duel's content team is on a mission to keep you in the loop, serving up a fresh batch of viral social media sensations every other week.