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Why You Should Hire an Influencer With a Day Job

Influencers who gained online fame for offline pursuits are rapidly earning brand attention, but working with them requires a different type of partnership.
Influencers like Krissy Jones, Laila Gohar and Marie-Louise Scio are increasingly getting attention from brands.
Influencers like Krissy Jones, Laila Gohar and Marie-Louise Scio are increasingly getting attention from brands. (Instagram)

The secret to gaining influence on social media in 2022? Earning it elsewhere first.

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Why Nordstrom Appears to Be Pivoting Away From Influencers

Influencers helped turn Nordstrom’s annual Anniversary Sale into a major moment for the department store. This year, the retailer is leaning less on social media marketing, and some creators say they’re downplaying what was once their biggest moneymaker.

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Diana Pearl
Diana Pearl

Diana Pearl is Senior News and Features Editor at The Business of Fashion. She is based in New York and drives BoF’s marketing and media coverage.

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