Written by: Mezue Eneh, Executive Contributor
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The world is changing before our very eyes. Today, we are in the flow of something important and present to our very digital economy. That is content ‒ the way it is viewed, seen, heard, and digested.
Content has the power to change the world. It can be used for a marketing campaign or as a part of an influencer’s mojo. Content creators are powerful and have a wide range of visions. They have the ability to create content that is authentic and diverse in nature so that it can be used for many purposes in today’s market.
The increase in social media platforms, such as TikTok, has given rise to influencers who are able to reach out to their followers easily and create content on these platforms which is often more relatable than other forms of media. The influencers use their voice and personality to communicate with their audience in a way that attracts them toward the product they are advertising. This is why they are so influential and why brands want them on their side.
This is why content will power the creator economy.
Synergy
You see there is something special about when multiple parties can come together to create something. That is what the human species is all about. Yet, it requires trust.
Content is a powerful tool for influencing people and it can be used in various ways. It is a way to showcase trust and authenticity. Nonetheless, when people say authenticity too many times, it can sound almost inauthentic. However, the modality of it is so true. With that, people can use this tool for marketing, to create a brand, or to showcase their true self.
The world has changed so much in the last decade and content creators have been at the forefront of that change. They are the ones who have led the way in changing what it means to be an influencer and how brands must adapt their marketing strategies to stay relevant.
Content creators have always had a major influence on society but never before has that influence been so great as it is now. Now, it is at the fingertips. As one of my favorite quotes goes, “With great power comes great responsibility.” This could not be any less true. The power of social media and its ability to reach millions of people with just one post has helped content creators take over as the most influential people in today’s economy.
Everyday people are in charge of conveying a company’s vision and purpose to their audience. They have to make sure that they are not only creating content that is true, but applicable..
The Power of Content and Future Use Case
The influence of content creators has increased in today’s economy because they no longer need to be confined by traditional marketing techniques like advertising or PR. The influencers can now use digital platforms like TikTok or even YouTube to create and promote their own brand and products.
Content is the new currency in today's economy. The influence of a content creator and a company on the internet has never been stronger.
Funny enough, the word "content" comes from Latin; it means something like "that which fills." In today's economy, content is filling up more space than ever before. Digital content creators are becoming more powerful than ever before and they are changing how business is done on the internet.
In ancient times, Egyptians were the first to use papyrus for writing purposes. It was a material made from plant fibers that were used as a surface for writing on. The Egyptians used papyrus to create scrolls that were tied together with thread, or it could be pressed into sheets and then dried in the sun to produce what we now call "paper." In modern times, we were the first to use the content for broadcast purposes. It is a new material concept made from bits of code.
In my opinion, the day of AI will come to fruition, it will be to embolden the power of human creativity and ingenuity is on the precipice of creation. In the end, AI is not creative the way humans are. It can't think outside of the box to generate new ideas and it can't create something from nothing. We may be able to use AI to improve content creation but we need humans for that.
Conclusion
The impact of content on the economy is significant. It has been around for a long time and it will continue to be around as long as there people to consume it.
Content is not just about creativity and storytelling anymore. It is about the democratized distribution of information, which has led and will lead to a change in how we think about content creators and their influence in today’s economy.
Mezue Eneh, Executive Contributor Brainz Magazine
Mezue Eneh, is an entrepreneur in the eCommerce marketing industry. After the pandemic, he saw the world changing around him for better and for worse. This period is the time to put a lot of ideas that tied themselves together from his 12 year old to who he is today. One of his missions to collectively empower the consciousness of humanity. He is the CEO of AIM Media, digital marketing and consulting eCommerce agency focused on making brands grow in pursuit of a better future.
