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Evolving Social Media Engagement
Declining attention spans on social media require brands to prioritize creative innovation and personalized content.
Themes
Timeframe
near-term
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Impact areas
Detailed Analysis
Marketers are increasingly focused on the quality of engagement on social media, recognizing its impact on creative effectiveness. A decline in reported ad attention across all generations indicates a need for more compelling content. "In 2025, attention will need to be earned continuously and consistently, and brands can't settle with 'suited for platform' with instead, they need to stand out."
Context Signals
31% of people globally say social media ads capture their attention (Kantar Media Reactions 2024)
Decreased attention to social media ads across all generations
Emphasis on humor, music, and visual storytelling in social media ads
Edge
Emergence of new social platforms focused on niche communities and interests.
Increased use of AR/VR and interactive experiences in social media advertising.
Greater emphasis on user-generated content and influencer marketing to build authenticity.
