CEC Social Commerce & Influencer Marketing Flashcards
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What is 'User-Generated Content' (UGC) and why is it valuable in social commerce?
Answer: Authentic content created by customers that builds trust and drives purchase decisions
UGC is organic content created by real customers—photos, videos, reviews—that serves as authentic social proof, increasing trust and conversion rates in social commerce.
When an e-commerce brand partners with an influencer for a long-term 'brand ambassador' relationship, what is the primary strategic benefit?
Answer: Sustained authentic brand association and repeated audience exposure over time
Brand ambassadorships build sustained credibility through repeated authentic endorsements, creating deeper audience association compared to one-off sponsored posts.
What does 'dark social' refer to in the context of social commerce traffic analysis?
Answer: Traffic from private sharing channels (messaging apps, email) that appears as direct traffic in analytics
Dark social refers to content shared through private channels like WhatsApp, DMs, or email that arrives as direct traffic in analytics tools, making its social origin invisible.
Which approach best protects an e-commerce brand from influencer fraud (fake followers/engagement)?
Answer: Using influencer analytics tools to audit audience authenticity before contracting
Influencer analytics platforms (e.g., HypeAuditor, Modash) detect fake followers and engagement anomalies, enabling brands to vet authenticity before investing campaign budget.
In social commerce strategy, what is 'co-creation' with influencers?
Answer: Collaborating with influencers to develop limited-edition products or content lines
Co-creation involves collaborating with influencers to design products, collections, or content series that leverage their creative input and audience loyalty to drive sales.
What is the primary advantage of using Pinterest for social commerce compared to other platforms?
Answer: Highest average order value due to its purchase-intent-driven discovery model
Pinterest users actively search for products and ideas with high purchase intent, resulting in higher average order values compared to impulse-driven platforms.