Lindsey Giardino
Lindsey Giardino is a freelance writer based in Iowa. She's worked with clients ranging in industries from higher education to healthcare to technology and beyond. She dubs herself a lifelong learner, an avid reader, a sub-par cook, and a tries-her-best mom to two little boys.
GenAI Saved Klarna $10M – Here’s My Hands-On Test.
“Generate a pelican viewing a sunscreen [brand insert] on a mobile app,” and voila, AI content generation engines spit your latest campaign. Klarna, Swedish fintech brand, saved $10 million in digital marketing by leveraging generative AI, LLP modules, and conversational AI. They didn’t just save money via free platforms—they developed an internal chatbot AI that…
The Secret of the Rise – and Rizz – of Gen Alpha Consumers
Generation Alpha or Gen Alpha, people born (and… yet to be born) between 2010 and 2025 are the new darlings of ICPs and customer profiles. This new gen will hit a whopping 2 billion by next year. For brands, this marks a greater urgency — time to gear up for new marketing strategies or risk…
Why Pinterest Advertising Deserves Your Attention
Facebook, Instagram, and Google Ads create the buzz. But the real fans—the interested, the desirer, and the ready—spend their time here. If you don’t know yet, Pinterest is a powerful platform. Not a secret, but most brands are guilty of frequently overlooking it. Now, before you roll your eyes (Pinterest? The land of recipes and…
Comparing the Best Email Marketing Tools: Which One is Right for You?
In the world of digital marketing, email marketing remains the undisputed heavyweight. It lands directly into the inbox, enabling brands to reach the right audience without fighting an algorithm. But, in the sea of email marketing tools promising the best engagement, automation, and analytics, how do you choose one that’s right for you? Don’t…
Tubi More Popular than Max, Disney+, and Divorce
The free digital streaming platform Tubi has pulled off the ultimate surprise:, surpassing major online streaming giants like HBO Max, Disney+, Hulu, Peacock, and Paramount+. Not only has it outperformed competitors in the monthly viewership competition, but it’s also become more popular than babies, divorce, pickleball, or being French with more than 75 million monthly…
Seven Things We Learned About AI in Digital Advertising from IAB’s Report
If you want to stay in the upper echelon of marketers – get ready to dive into new technology. Right now, the next big thing is AI. Recently, IAB Europe, in collaboration with Microsoft Advertising, released a groundbreaking report titled ‘Understanding the Adoption and Application of AI in Digital Advertising.‘ Straightforward (ie. boring)This report unpacks…
IKEA Marketing Strategy Keeps it Down-to-Earth
$500 to anyone who can name IKEA’s slogan. No takers? OK, $500 for anyone who can describe the vibe of IKEA. Aha, there’s a question that has a line of people willing to answer. Though the official slogan, Live Unboring, gives a hint about IKEA’s strategy to market their furniture, they’ve cultivated an entire brand…
What Does the Google Search Antitrust Trial Mean for Brand SEO?
King Google’s antitrust trial has finally wrapped up, and the SEO marketers are sick buzzing with anticipation from the fallout. Marketers and SEO aficionados are on the edge of their seats, eager to see how this blockbuster case will reshape the digital landscape. The trial, which kicked off back in September 2023, centered around accusations…
China Bans WhatsApp. The US Bans TikTok. How Can Global Products Stay Afloat?
In a world where geopolitical tensions can lead to sudden bans on our favorite digital platforms, businesses need to stay nimble and ready for quick pivots. Imagine waking up to discover WhatsApp is no longer accessible in China or that TikTok is banned in the U.S.— chaos. These scenarios underscore the fragile nature of global…
Netflix Predicts a Year of Growth and Momentum for Advertisers at Upfront 2024
Advertise with us to reach the most engaged audience in the world was the resounding message Netflix sent to advertisers through its Upfront 2024 presentation in May. The event showcased impressive subscriber growth strategic partnerships with industry leaders and unveiled new in-house ad tech to optimize ad campaigns and enhance brand visibility. With a…