Digital Marketing

Leveraging Livestreaming to Enrich Influencer Marketing

Oliver Buckley, Rachel Ashman, and Michael Haenlein


Abstract
This article investigates how livestreaming content can be integrated into influencer marketing to effectively engage Generation Z - a demographic increasingly wary of traditional marketing techniques. Livestreaming is an interactive marketing channel that enhances influencer credibility, audience engagement, and brand authenticity. Through a conceptual model, this article explores the core dynamics of livestream influencer marketing and introduces a framework to provide actionable managerial insights. The analysis highlights how livestreaming can revitalize the influencer marketing landscape by offering a more authentic and interactive avenue for brand promotion.

California Management Review

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