The Rise of Short-Form Video: Dominating Paid Media with Authentic Beauty Content

Unlock the power of short-form video for beauty brands in paid media. Discover why authentic content on TikTok, Instagram Reels, and YouTube Shorts is crucial for cutting through noise and driving ROAS. Learn strategic application, how to leverage UGC, and essential measurement tips. Dominate the beauty market with Pennock's insights on effective, conversion-focused video advertising. Master paid social for your beauty brand today.

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Stop Wasting Ad Spend: The Power of Smart "Pause Down" Thresholds

At Pennock, we use our Pause Down Threshold Calculator to analytically determine when to cut underperforming ads. This data-driven tool sets clear financial limits for non-engagement, mid-funnel drop-offs, and final conversions. By identifying "kill thresholds" early, we prevent wasted budget, improve ROAS, and accelerate learning across your ad campaigns. Stop relying on gut feelings and start optimizing with precision.

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The Pennock Knockdown EP 25 | How Jessica Sikora & Superbands Are Using Music & Authentic Storytelling to Transform Youth Mental Wellness

Explore the inspiring story of Jessica Sikora, founder of Superbands, a nonprofit transforming music fandom into a force for youth mental wellness. Learn how personal vulnerability and authentic storytelling became her superpower. This blog uncovers Superbands' unique approach to mental health support, key marketing insights on authenticity & emotional connection, and Jessica's advice on taking risks and leveraging your own narrative.

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The Future of Creative: How Pennock is Leveraging AI to Build Smarter, More Resonant Ads

At Pennock, we're transforming creative strategy. With platforms favoring broad targeting, compelling creative is key. We're leveraging AI to dive deep into the real voice of the customer by mining Reddit, reviews, and comment sections. Our strategists are becoming Creative Strategist Prompt Engineers, extracting richer ideas faster. We're adopting tools like ChatGPT for deep research, Facebook ad library scrapers, and Gumloop for competitive benchmarking. This isn't about replacing human creativity; it's about supercharging it to build repeatable AI workflows.

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Don’t Make Ads—Make Content (That Sells): How We’re Rethinking Social, Relevance & AI

At Pennock, we're rethinking social, relevance, and AI. Traditional ads are fading. What's working? Native content that feels real, not staged (think lo-fi videos, memes, raw moments). AI isn't replacing creativity; it's accelerating it, helping us test faster and smarter. Discover 5 quick learnings: embrace native formats, skip the gloss, hook immediately, use AI with intention, and move fast to learn faster. We're auditing creative, testing new formats, and using AI to amplify human ingenuity.

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The Pennock Knockdown EP 24 | The Future of Shopping: One Text at a Time with Jonathan Fudem of OneText

On Episode 24 of The Pennock Knockdown Jonathan Fudem, CEO of OneText, talks about revolutionizing online shopping, one text at a time. Discover how his company is making every purchase effortless, leveraging SMS to drive incremental sales for top brands. Learn how OneText helps brands cut through the noise and achieve significant growth.

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The Pennock Knockdown EP 23 | From Courtroom to Cosmetics: Jennie Gao's Unconventional Path to CPG Entrepreneurship and Brand Building

On Episode 23 of The Pennock Knockdown we explore Jennie Gao's unique journey from lawyer to CPG founder! Learn how she built Versine Skin & Nourisher, embracing expert collaboration & strategic marketing. A story of adaptability for aspiring entrepreneurs.

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The Pennock Knockdown EP 22 | Doing Beauty Better: Inside the Mission-Driven Success of MOB Beauty With Alisha Gallagher

Get the blueprint for modern beauty success! This episode of The Pennock Knockdown features MOB Beauty's journey, highlighting how they're revolutionizing the industry through conscious formulation, eco-friendly practices, and authentic community engagement. Learn their secrets to building lasting loyalty.

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Pennock Seeds | Navigating the New Landscape: Digital Advertising for Weight Loss Treatments On Meta & Google

Major changes are here for weight loss ad policies! The FDA, Google, & Meta have updated guidelines. Learn how to stay compliant, shift your messaging to medically guided programs, and keep your campaigns effective. Dive into Pennock Seeds new lesson on the latest updates.

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The Conversational Checkout: How Messenger & WhatsApp Lead Gen Campaigns Can Supercharge E-commerce Sales

Ready to transform your e-commerce strategy and unlock the power of direct sales through engaging conversations? At Pennock, we possess the expertise and innovative strategies to help your online store seamlessly integrate and effectively leverage Messenger and WhatsApp lead generation campaigns.

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