Compare traditional marketing and influencer marketing. Understand their differences, benefits, and which one suits your business best in today's digital world.
June 26, 2024
Justine Castany
Traditional Marketing VS Influencer Marketing
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1- Definitions
๐ Traditional Marketing
It encompasses all marketing practices found in three categories:
Impressions: magazines, brochures, paper materials
Broadcasting: radio, TV
Direct Marketing: brochures, catalogs
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๐ถ๏ธ Influencer Marketing
It is part of digital marketing, using the popularity of an influencer on social networks:
Sponsored posts
Live events
Co-creation
Affiliate programs
Contests
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2- Main Differences
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๐ Traditional Marketing:
Uses channels like TV, radio, newspapers, and billboards
Sends often one-way messages, from the company to the consumer
Engages in mass advertising, less targeted, reaching everyone without distinction
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๐ถ๏ธ Influencer Marketing:
Uses social networks and influencers
Allows for two-way interactions, not just talking to customers but also listening and getting direct feedback
Engages in targeted advertising based on interests and behaviors
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3- Advantages & Disadvantages
๐ Traditional Marketing:
๐ Advantages:
Wide reach
strong brand recognition
๐ Disadvantages:
High cost
Difficulty in measuring precise impact
Less personalization
No interaction with the audience
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๐ถ๏ธ Influencer Marketing:
๐ Advantages:
Strong engagement with the target audience
Potentially lower cost
More precise performance measurement through social media analytics
๐ Disadvantages:
Dependence on platforms and algorithms
Risk of inauthenticity if the influencer does not match the brand
Short-term effect if the campaign is not well managed
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4- Objectives
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๐ Traditional Marketing:
Increase brand awareness
Improve brand image
Convey a message to the general public
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๐ถ๏ธ Influencer Marketing:
Highlight a brand to an already engaged audience
Create a close connection with the consumer
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5- Reach
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๐ Traditional Marketing:
Young people are moving away from traditional media like TV and radio, which have aging audiences. They prefer spending time on social networks like TikTok, YouTube, and Instagram. According to a GlobalWebIndex study, 72% of 16-24 year-olds say they use social media while watching TV.
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๐ถ๏ธ Influencer Marketing:
All resulting reach is easily identifiable: tracked links, post statistics... According to a Webedia study, 54% of 18-34 year-olds have made a purchase based on an influencer's recommendation.
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Traditional ads are more effective when supported by influencer marketing campaigns that drive immediate action.
The reverse is also true: an influencer's posts have more impact if the brand strengthens its recognition and image through traditional marketing.
They complement each other ๐
The choice depends on your business goals, budget, and target audience.
Adapting and combining these two approaches can often be the key to success โญ๏ธ
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So, launch your influencer marketing campaign and track your campaign's influencers' performances with Favikon tracking !
About the author
Justine Castany
Justine Castany, a student at ESSEC Business School and currently working at Favikon, shines with her love for marketing and dedication to communications. As a dynamic young professional, she serves as Marketing Manager at Favikon, where she brings her expertise to craft and execute cutting-edge strategies. With her creativity and keen eye for trends, Justine stands out in communicating brand messages effectively and making waves on social media.