AI Prompts for LeadGen Analytics, How Marketers Are Using AI, and More!

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We'll dive into the latest AI updates, explore how industry leaders are scaling their marketing with AI, and unveil some exciting product experiments from Instagram, YouTube, and TikTok.  Plus, we've got a brand new free resource to help you analyze your lead generation with AI prompts, and a member-shared framework to identify potential AI applications in your own business.  Buckle up, it's going to be a growth-focused ride! ­ When Less Isn't Always More New research from the University of Oregon reveals a surprising twist in the "simpler is better" marketing mantra. Their study, [published]( in the Journal of Marketing Research, shows that brands that excessively emphasize 'easy to use' and simplicity can lead to significantly higher consumer dissatisfaction when unexpected problems arise.  Quick Takeaway for Marketers: While simplicity can attract customers, be cautious about overselling it. Ensure your marketing also highlights the robustness and flexibility of your product. Set realistic expectations, and always test and iterate your messaging based on feedback. ­ AI and Marketing  Klarna's AI-Driven Marketing Transformation Klarna, the Stockholm-based fintech giant, has leveraged AI to [cut marketing costs by 11%]( in Q1 2024, saving about $10 million annually. By using AI tools like Midjourney, DALL-E, and Firefly, Klarna reduced its image production cycle from six weeks to seven days, saving $1.5 million in Q1. AI-generated 80% of all copywriting via Klarna’s internal tool, Copy Assistant, enabling the production of over 1,000 images in Q1 and efficient updates for retail events. Klarna's success showcases AI's transformative potential in marketing, positioning the company at the forefront of AI adoption in the fintech industry.  U.S. Bank Leverages AI for "The Power of Us" Campaign U.S. Bank has launched a national campaign titled “The Power of Us,” which leverages artificial intelligence to create precise [audience models to test their creatives](.  Using Supernatural AI’s proprietary platform, U.S. Bank created AI avatars of its core target groups, including young affluent, midlife affluent, high net worth, small business owners, corporate, and commercial clients. These AI-generated avatars were instrumental in testing and refining the campaign strategy and creative executions. ­ AI Dive  AI Will  to Tell You What To Do At Work. Asana is launching "[AI teammates"](, a new feature that can analyze past projects and team dynamics to recommend who on your team has the best skillset for a particular job.  Wix's AI-Powered App Generation Tool. Wix has introduced a  tool that uses AI to [generate smartphone apps](.   AI Outage: This morning, several leading AI chatbot platforms, including OpenAI's ChatGPT, Anthropic's Claude, Google's Gemini, and Perplexity, all [went down]( around the same time. While the cause of the outage remains unknown, all services have since been restored. ­ Experimentation Dive  Instagram Tests Unskippable Video Ads in Main Feed. Instagram is [testing a new ad format]( that requires users to watch video ads in their main feed before they can continue scrolling. Will the value for Meta's ad business outweigh user discontent?  YouTube is now testing its new “Dream Screen” A.I. feature with a select group of users. First announced last September, [Dream Screen]( lets you create background videos or images for short clips using just text prompts. This experimental tool aims to make content creation easier and more visually engaging.  TikTok [Tests DM Streaks]( to Boost Engagement. This feature activates when users maintain daily messaging interactions, similar to Snapchat’s popular streaks. As described by TikTok, a streak is unlocked when users exchange messages for three consecutive days and ends if there’s no exchange within 24 hours.  ­  COMMUNITY POSTS  [New Resource] AI Prompts for Lead Generation Analysis AI tools like ChatGPT can be powerful tools for growth professionals to analyze lead generation results and identify areas for improvement. These chatbots can help you understand the context of lead generation data and provide valuable insights. Here are some prompts you can use to evaluate your lead gen efforts, visualize data and find new ways to improve. [READ MORE]( How to Discover Potential AI Applications in Your Business How can you unlock the potential of AI in your business strategy? In this article, we will provide you with a framework that will help you tackle this goal systematically.  This framework is inspired by the paper “What Can Machines Learn, and What Does It Mean for Occupations and the Economy?” by Erik Brynjolfsson, Tom Mitchell, and Daniel Rock. [ LEARN MORE]( ­  TEAM PICKS 🤓 To Read: Curious about the future of video conferencing and how Zoom plans to integrate AI? Check out The Decoder podcast with host Nilay Patel's interview [with Zoom CEO, Eric Yuan](. This insightful discussion dives into Zoom's ambitions to become an "AI-first" company, exploring features that leverage artificial intelligence to streamline meetings and even create virtual stand-ins. Patel and Yuan don't shy away from the challenges of AI, but they offer a compelling vision of how this technology can transform collaboration in the future.  🎧 To Listen: Looking for insights on the data-driven future of tech and business? Tune into the [latest episode of the World of DaaS Podcast](. Host Auren Hoffman chats with Anand Sanwal, founder and Executive Chairman of CB Insights, a powerhouse in tech market intelligence. Anand, with his 14 years at the helm of CB Insights, brings a wealth of knowledge.  This episode dives into separating tech hype from data reality, exploring how AI is transforming workflows, and the evolving landscape of data-driven businesses.  🤝 Share the Love: Got a hidden gem that's transforming your growth game? Share the love! Drop your top recommendations at GrowthHackers Community to help a fellow community member level up. [CREATE A POST  ➡️]( ­ GrowthHackers 388 Market St, 1300, 94111, San Francisco [Unsubscribe](