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Have you ever taken a quiz to identify the perfect solution or product specifically for your needs? If so, you\u2019ve participated in interactive marketing, likely without even knowing it. Rather than just giving out information, interactive marketing uses visuals or videos to encourage audiences to engage with a company\u2019s content. It invites consumers to take part in a memorable and personalized experience that will influence their decision-making and create brand recognition. Interactive marketing doesn\u2019t only boost personalization; it also increases engagement. In fact, interactive content sees 52.6% higher engagement than static content.<\/a><\/p>\n

The digital era has made these interactions more efficient, allowing interactive experiences to happen at the touch of a screen. This type of content has shifted the way companies retain their customers, allowing them to engage in a more personalized and intimate way.<\/p>\n

The Shift to a New Era<\/strong><\/p>\n

Experiential and interactive marketing has evolved over the past 125 years. What started from tactics like guerilla marketing to promote products in a cheap and efficient way, has evolved to create immersive brand experiences at major events like the Super Bowl and SXSW, which offer pop-up opportunities that give brands the chance to showcase their products in a space for a limited time. While these experiences and tactics are all staples of today\u2019s experiential marketing, many consumers have found preferences in engaging with online content that is promoted by their favorite brands.<\/p>\n

Static content was previously the norm for social media, but brands have realized that this type of content does not grab the attention of their audiences as it used to. Consumers instead have gained impactful and memorable experiences from the interactive content that brands post. In fact, 81% of marketers agree that interactive content is a is a low-cost, high-impact marketing strategy that attracts buyers.<\/a> This approach gives brands a way to transform the content they might already have on their channels and repurpose it to create something new for consumers. The active participation required for interactive content builds a deeper connection between brand and consumer, leading to stronger brand loyalty.<\/p>\n

Types of Content that Work Best<\/strong><\/p>\n

Embedding interactive content into overarching brand strategy also helps to collect data, allowing businesses to tailor experiences to their customers\u2019 preferences. Quizzes, polls, surveys, and interactive infographics engage users more effectively while also collecting insights on how companies can cater to their demographics in an efficient manner. By utilizing real-time feedback offered by interactive content, businesses can tailor their messaging and experiences to better align with the needs and expectations of consumers.<\/p>\n

Some of the most popular types of interactive content include:<\/p>\n