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Influence Unleashed: The Impact of Social Media on Consumer Perceptions Regarding on Adidas Products

Qilei GuoSoochow university Mingqi HuangBoston University* Haosen ShiXi’an Jiaotong-liverpool University

* Corresponding author: [email protected]

Abstract

In today’s digital era, social media (SM) have become important platforms for brands to disseminate information and engage with consumers. The present study explores the impact of SM on consumers' information acquisition and decision-making from the perspective of Adidas. Adidas effectively share product details, launch new items, and interact with its audience via SM. By examining various marketing approaches—including reputation marketing, key opinion leader (KOL) and celebrity marketing, and influencer marketing, this research tries to analyze how Adidas leverages social media to enhance brand visibility and consumer engagement. The literature review reveals that social media significantly influences consumer perceptions and decisions, particularly through influencer marketing and social commerce features. Additionally, the importance of authenticity and detailed reviews in building consumer trust was emphasized. More in-depth understanding of the influencing mechanism can provide valuable insights for Adidas and similar brands to optimize their related strategies, ultimately driving consumer engagement and purchasing behavior.

Keywords: Social Media Influence; Consumer Perception; Adidas Brand Image
Published: July 31, 2024
DOI: 10.54254/2753-7064/41/2024NE0035
Volume: CHR Vol.41
pp. 39-44
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