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Brand journalism 101: Tell a Better Story

Women on Business

Otherwise, be prepared to take a lot of heat from its critics who would be elated to escort “brand journalism” out of 2013 STAT. Naysayers, on the other hand, begrudge brand journalism for its diminished objectivity and advertorial tone. The real win—when done right—is an increased level of trust.

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We Need a Better Definition of "Native Advertising"

Harvard Business Review

If you're looking for marketing jargon in 2013, look no further than "native advertising." Ultimately, I would argue that this was not native advertising, but simply good content marketing or sponsored content that didn't smell like pure advertorial. The current state of online advertising is about to hit a tipping point.