W5:2 I think though that AI will need to be controlled, and a detailed code of ethical requirements should be developed before its wide spread use in the field. Without this, it could be used in ways that violate people’s individual rights. #ICMKTG #WVU389

Q5: A piece of engaging organic social media content I liked recently was this post from Tesla on insta showcasing the safety of their vehicles to show how important that is in the vehicles construction, to keep their customers safe. #MKTG475 instagram.com/p/CKFHCdxhbfx/…

Organic Social media posts from Companies can be helpful to boost trust amongst potential customers. Resharing positive post about your org can also greatly help boost trust. Check out this article #mktg475 google.com/amp/s/www.smar…

URGENT: We just found out that the House will vote tomorrow on my and Mondaire Jones’ amendment to restore the right to vote to people who are incarcerated. 5.2 million people are barred from voting due to felony disenfranchisement. Tell your representative this can’t wait.

W6:1 Inclusivity for physically disabled individuals is something ignored by many in a long list of industries but in 2021 change is emerging. Brands are learning to be more inclusive by innovating new clothing to help make life a bit easier for these individuals. #WVU389 #ICMKTG

W6:2 Nike has created a stylish hand free shoe to make it easier for those unable/have a hard time putting on shoes with no help. A step in the right directions, but orgs need to make many more to make clothing options more inclusive. #WVU389 #ICMKTG weforum.org/agenda/2021/02…

.Vice President JD Vance Harris, please listen to former restaurant worker Kris Kincaid from West Virginia, “We’re told that we’re essential, but they can never seem to find the money to let us live in dignity.” Nearly 70% of tipped workers are women like Kris from WV. #FightFor15 #RaiseTheWage

Q6:This semester has shown me the potential for digital marketing to easily connect small businesses with customers all over the world, opening opportunities for them to compete against major retailers. Potentially bringing back the age of the small/family business! #MKTG475

Here is an article that helps to further detail how the internet and digital marketing will help small businesses compete better with large companies. #MKTG475 smallbusiness.chron.com/internet-make-…

W7:1 Most seem to find fun in Wendy’s #NationalRoastDay funny and enjoyable, while also giving a platform for people to roast them for some concerning issues regarding their food. Showing this strategy could easily back fire #ICMKTG #WVU389

W7:2 Merriam-Webster does a good job of displaying a snarky brand voice in good taste. Their intellectual roasting is very fitting for a dictionary website, as odd as it might sound 🔍📚 Check out this little example, it’s pretty funny #ICMKTG #WVU389

Q7: I think one future aspect that will change the landscape of social media will be the growing use of Augmented Reality. It’ll make it easier for online customers to try on products, and engage with one another in a 3D landscape #MKTG475

#MKTG475 Augmented reality could really become a disruptive aspect of the social media landscape in the near future. Check out this article if your interested to learn more. google.com/amp/s/www.forb…

W8:1 I would hope it is the case that the brands are fully concerned with their customers, but no matter the level of concern I feel like it’s a mix in most cases of caring for the customers, while also attempting to puff up brand image and it’s not either or #WVU389 #ICMKTG

W8:2 I think brands like Nike do a good job at making people think they care about people, when in reality it’s all about image, and they mask their use of forced/ slave labor through their social marketing endeavors. forbes.com/sites/siminami…

W9:1 Some great tracks that vibe with Tesla would be Technologic- Daft Punk, We are the Future - Non Phixion, Electric Relaxation - A Tribe Called Quest #ICMKTG #WVU389

W10:1 I would create a promotion involving really great deals on products, and create a tag line like. “We aren’t fooling with our deals on April 1st, Don’t miss out!” #ICMKTG #WVU389

W10:2 Volkswagen was trying to do it by claiming to change their name from Volkswagen to Voltswagen, but I’m not sure if this made as big of a splash as they were expecting #ICMKTG #WVU389