{"id":2492,"date":"2022-06-19T15:16:46","date_gmt":"2022-06-19T15:16:46","guid":{"rendered":"\/?p=2492"},"modified":"2024-05-01T15:46:29","modified_gmt":"2024-05-01T15:46:29","slug":"5-strategic-ways-publishers-can-monetize-branded-content","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"\/blog\/5-strategic-ways-publishers-can-monetize-branded-content\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Strategic Ways Publishers Can Monetize Branded Content"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

In today\u2019s evolving digital landscape, the publishing industry is in a constant state of flux. Customer demands and expectations are always changing. Today\u2019s consumers are actually turned off by online ads, with 46.2% of people<\/a> using ad blockers on their computers.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Competition gets tougher every day, and technology continues to evolve. Digital trends fluctuate, so publishers consistently need to find new ways to bring in revenue. Monetizing branded content is an effective way to stand out from the crowd, attract new prospects, and increase income for your business.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What Exactly is Branded Content?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s no secret that most content marketing is used to push a sales agenda. Branded content, however, uses powerful storytelling to talk about a social issue, deliver relevant information, and connect with an audience on an emotional level. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

These deeper connections can lead to more engagement, higher brand awareness, and stronger brand loyalty. After all, 66% of consumers<\/a> want brands to have a strong stance on social and political issues. If they agree with the brand\u2019s position, 52% of customers will be more loyal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

So what makes branded content different from traditional advertising methods? Unlike banner ads and television commercials, branded content is hosted on a company\u2019s own channels. It\u2019s similar to native advertising<\/a> and can take the form of podcasts, videos, infographics, and articles. Branded content is a powerful tool for any digital marketing strategy because it:\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n