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From Dance Floors to Pavements: The Rise of Run Clubs Over Nightclubs

Run clubs have grown into popular social hubs, especially among young adults, by combining accessible exercise with community connection and mental health benefits. Fueled by social media, fitness apps, and a post-pandemic desire for real-life interaction, these clubs offer more than running-they foster friendships, networking, and emotional support. With strong participation and brand partnerships, run clubs are set to remain a lasting part of urban social and wellness culture.

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LearnMia Moonsamy
Beyond Likes and Shares: Building Authentic Connections Through Niche Communities

In 2025, brands are focusing on niche communities for authentic connections and loyalty. Strategies include leveraging private groups, subscription models, user-generated content, and micro-influencers. Successful examples like Airbnb and Duolingo show that niche communities offer higher engagement, trust, and targeted marketing. By prioritising these strategies, brands can build strong ecosystems that drive growth in a competitive market.

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LearnMia Moonsamy
The New Age of the Retail Store

After the Covid-19 pandemic, the retail landscape has undergone some profound changes as people no longer want to come into store and window shop. Foot traffic in traditional brick-and-mortar stores and CBD locations has declined as E-commerce has gained a larger share of customer spending. Businesses no longer have to worry about just driving sales in-store but rather how to use the space to connect customers to brands and bring them into stores.

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LearnGuest User
#tiktokmademebuyit

GWI released their report on Social trends in 2022 which inspired me to take a deeper look into TikTok. My perception of the social media platform to date was that it was a place for dance challenges and make-up tutorials for teenagers, rather than a destination for brand marketing.

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LearnMichaela Scott