{"id":4791,"date":"2023-04-03T08:00:00","date_gmt":"2023-04-03T15:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/grinweb.wpengine.com\/blog\/10-influencer-marketing-mistakes-you-should-never-make\/"},"modified":"2025-10-03T14:14:42","modified_gmt":"2025-10-03T21:14:42","slug":"influencer-marketing-mistakes-you-should-never-make","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/grin.co\/blog\/influencer-marketing-mistakes-you-should-never-make\/","title":{"rendered":"15 Influencer Marketing Mistakes You Should Never Make + How to Fix Them"},"content":{"rendered":"\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It seems like everyone nowadays is talking about influencer marketing. And it\u2019s for a good reason. Influencer marketing is one of the best techniques for creating authentic connections with new and existing customers, and with an average ROI of roughly <a href=\"https:\/\/www.adweek.com\/performance-marketing\/study-influencer-marketing-pays-6-50-for-every-dollar-spent\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">$6.50 for every $1 spent<\/a>, what\u2019s not to love?&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>And while it\u2019s tempting to dive right in and get started, doing so can leave you with some blindspots that can negatively impact your results.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Instead, take some time to thoroughly research and plan out your program. You\u2019ll be grateful for this organization when the sales start rolling in.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>And while there\u2019s always some level of testing required to see what works and what doesn\u2019t, we\u2019re sharing the top 15 influencer marketing mistakes for you to avoid altogether. Let\u2019s dive in.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Mistaking celebrity endorsements as the only type of influencer marketing&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"instagram-media\" data-instgrm-captioned=\"\" data-instgrm-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/reel\/CiliZpzDNpz\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading\" data-instgrm-version=\"14\" style=\" background:#FFF; border:0; border-radius:3px; box-shadow:0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width:540px; min-width:326px; padding:0; width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);\"><div style=\"padding:16px;\"> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/reel\/CiliZpzDNpz\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading\" style=\" background:#FFFFFF; line-height:0; padding:0 0; text-align:center; text-decoration:none; width:100%;\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> <div style=\" display: flex; flex-direction: row; align-items: center;\"> <div style=\"background-color: #F4F4F4; border-radius: 50%; flex-grow: 0; height: 40px; 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font-size:14px; line-height:17px; margin-bottom:0; margin-top:8px; overflow:hidden; padding:8px 0 7px; text-align:center; text-overflow:ellipsis; white-space:nowrap;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/reel\/CiliZpzDNpz\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading\" style=\" color:#c9c8cd; font-family:Arial,sans-serif; font-size:14px; font-style:normal; font-weight:normal; line-height:17px; text-decoration:none;\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">A post shared by Bobby Berk ???????? (@bobby)<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/blockquote> <script async=\"\" src=\"\/\/www.instagram.com\/embed.js\"><\/script>\n\n\n\n<p>While celebrities are a type of influencer, they aren\u2019t the be-all and end-all of the creator economy. In fact, they only make up a small portion. Creators with any size following can be great partners for your brand. Here\u2019s a breakdown of the types:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"list-c4de1a1\" class=\"list-c72ce95\"><ul><li><strong>Nano influencer: <\/strong>1,000-10,000 followers\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>Micro influencer: <\/strong>10,000-100,000 followers\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>Macro influencer: <\/strong>100,000-1M followers\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>Mega\/celebrity influencer: <\/strong>1M+ followers\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Many brands, especially those just getting started, don\u2019t have the funds to partner with celebrities, and that\u2019s totally ok! In fact, while mega influencers are great for building a massive amount of brand awareness, they typically don\u2019t have the same level of authentic engagement as smaller creators, which is essential for building brand love and encouraging purchases.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Additionally, since a mega influencer has so many followers, only a percentage of them will fit within your target audience, so you\u2019re spending money to reach more people who aren\u2019t necessarily relevant. In contrast, a smaller influencer offers lower rates and can help brands reach more targeted audiences.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>How to fix it: <\/strong>While there isn\u2019t much you can do after signing contracts with influencers, use this knowledge moving forward in future campaigns.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Skipping over nano and micro influencers because of their smaller followings&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"instagram-media\" data-instgrm-captioned=\"\" data-instgrm-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/CbbK_vZg_IQ\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading\" data-instgrm-version=\"14\" style=\" background:#FFF; border:0; border-radius:3px; box-shadow:0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width:540px; min-width:326px; padding:0; width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);\"><div style=\"padding:16px;\"> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/CbbK_vZg_IQ\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading\" style=\" background:#FFFFFF; line-height:0; padding:0 0; text-align:center; text-decoration:none; width:100%;\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> <div style=\" display: flex; flex-direction: row; align-items: center;\"> <div style=\"background-color: #F4F4F4; border-radius: 50%; flex-grow: 0; height: 40px; margin-right: 14px; width: 40px;\"><\/div> <div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: column; flex-grow: 1; justify-content: center;\"> <div style=\" background-color: #F4F4F4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; margin-bottom: 6px; width: 100px;\"><\/div> <div style=\" background-color: #F4F4F4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; width: 60px;\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><div style=\"padding: 19% 0;\"><\/div> <div style=\"display:block; height:50px; margin:0 auto 12px; width:50px;\"><svg width=\"50px\" height=\"50px\" viewBox=\"0 0 60 60\" version=\"1.1\" xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" xmlns:xlink=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xlink\"><g stroke=\"none\" stroke-width=\"1\" fill=\"none\" fill-rule=\"evenodd\"><g transform=\"translate(-511.000000, -20.000000)\" fill=\"#000000\"><g><path d=\"M556.869,30.41 C554.814,30.41 553.148,32.076 553.148,34.131 C553.148,36.186 554.814,37.852 556.869,37.852 C558.924,37.852 560.59,36.186 560.59,34.131 C560.59,32.076 558.924,30.41 556.869,30.41 M541,60.657 C535.114,60.657 530.342,55.887 530.342,50 C530.342,44.114 535.114,39.342 541,39.342 C546.887,39.342 551.658,44.114 551.658,50 C551.658,55.887 546.887,60.657 541,60.657 M541,33.886 C532.1,33.886 524.886,41.1 524.886,50 C524.886,58.899 532.1,66.113 541,66.113 C549.9,66.113 557.115,58.899 557.115,50 C557.115,41.1 549.9,33.886 541,33.886 M565.378,62.101 C565.244,65.022 564.756,66.606 564.346,67.663 C563.803,69.06 563.154,70.057 562.106,71.106 C561.058,72.155 560.06,72.803 558.662,73.347 C557.607,73.757 556.021,74.244 553.102,74.378 C549.944,74.521 548.997,74.552 541,74.552 C533.003,74.552 532.056,74.521 528.898,74.378 C525.979,74.244 524.393,73.757 523.338,73.347 C521.94,72.803 520.942,72.155 519.894,71.106 C518.846,70.057 518.197,69.06 517.654,67.663 C517.244,66.606 516.755,65.022 516.623,62.101 C516.479,58.943 516.448,57.996 516.448,50 C516.448,42.003 516.479,41.056 516.623,37.899 C516.755,34.978 517.244,33.391 517.654,32.338 C518.197,30.938 518.846,29.942 519.894,28.894 C520.942,27.846 521.94,27.196 523.338,26.654 C524.393,26.244 525.979,25.756 528.898,25.623 C532.057,25.479 533.004,25.448 541,25.448 C548.997,25.448 549.943,25.479 553.102,25.623 C556.021,25.756 557.607,26.244 558.662,26.654 C560.06,27.196 561.058,27.846 562.106,28.894 C563.154,29.942 563.803,30.938 564.346,32.338 C564.756,33.391 565.244,34.978 565.378,37.899 C565.522,41.056 565.552,42.003 565.552,50 C565.552,57.996 565.522,58.943 565.378,62.101 M570.82,37.631 C570.674,34.438 570.167,32.258 569.425,30.349 C568.659,28.377 567.633,26.702 565.965,25.035 C564.297,23.368 562.623,22.342 560.652,21.575 C558.743,20.834 556.562,20.326 553.369,20.18 C550.169,20.033 549.148,20 541,20 C532.853,20 531.831,20.033 528.631,20.18 C525.438,20.326 523.257,20.834 521.349,21.575 C519.376,22.342 517.703,23.368 516.035,25.035 C514.368,26.702 513.342,28.377 512.574,30.349 C511.834,32.258 511.326,34.438 511.181,37.631 C511.035,40.831 511,41.851 511,50 C511,58.147 511.035,59.17 511.181,62.369 C511.326,65.562 511.834,67.743 512.574,69.651 C513.342,71.625 514.368,73.296 516.035,74.965 C517.703,76.634 519.376,77.658 521.349,78.425 C523.257,79.167 525.438,79.673 528.631,79.82 C531.831,79.965 532.853,80.001 541,80.001 C549.148,80.001 550.169,79.965 553.369,79.82 C556.562,79.673 558.743,79.167 560.652,78.425 C562.623,77.658 564.297,76.634 565.965,74.965 C567.633,73.296 568.659,71.625 569.425,69.651 C570.167,67.743 570.674,65.562 570.82,62.369 C570.966,59.17 571,58.147 571,50 C571,41.851 570.966,40.831 570.82,37.631\"><\/path><\/g><\/g><\/g><\/svg><\/div><div style=\"padding-top: 8px;\"> <div style=\" color:#3897f0; font-family:Arial,sans-serif; font-size:14px; font-style:normal; font-weight:550; line-height:18px;\">View this post on Instagram<\/div><\/div><div style=\"padding: 12.5% 0;\"><\/div> <div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: row; margin-bottom: 14px; align-items: center;\"><div> <div style=\"background-color: #F4F4F4; border-radius: 50%; height: 12.5px; width: 12.5px; transform: translateX(0px) translateY(7px);\"><\/div> <div style=\"background-color: #F4F4F4; height: 12.5px; transform: rotate(-45deg) translateX(3px) translateY(1px); width: 12.5px; flex-grow: 0; margin-right: 14px; margin-left: 2px;\"><\/div> <div style=\"background-color: #F4F4F4; border-radius: 50%; height: 12.5px; width: 12.5px; transform: translateX(9px) translateY(-18px);\"><\/div><\/div><div style=\"margin-left: 8px;\"> <div style=\" background-color: #F4F4F4; border-radius: 50%; flex-grow: 0; height: 20px; width: 20px;\"><\/div> <div style=\" width: 0; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid transparent; border-left: 6px solid #f4f4f4; border-bottom: 2px solid transparent; transform: translateX(16px) translateY(-4px) rotate(30deg)\"><\/div><\/div><div style=\"margin-left: auto;\"> <div style=\" width: 0px; border-top: 8px solid #F4F4F4; border-right: 8px solid transparent; transform: translateY(16px);\"><\/div> <div style=\" background-color: #F4F4F4; flex-grow: 0; height: 12px; width: 16px; transform: translateY(-4px);\"><\/div> <div style=\" width: 0; height: 0; border-top: 8px solid #F4F4F4; border-left: 8px solid transparent; transform: translateY(-4px) translateX(8px);\"><\/div><\/div><\/div> <div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: column; flex-grow: 1; justify-content: center; margin-bottom: 24px;\"> <div style=\" background-color: #F4F4F4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; margin-bottom: 6px; width: 224px;\"><\/div> <div style=\" background-color: #F4F4F4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; width: 144px;\"><\/div><\/div><\/a><p style=\" color:#c9c8cd; font-family:Arial,sans-serif; font-size:14px; line-height:17px; margin-bottom:0; margin-top:8px; overflow:hidden; padding:8px 0 7px; text-align:center; text-overflow:ellipsis; white-space:nowrap;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/CbbK_vZg_IQ\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading\" style=\" color:#c9c8cd; font-family:Arial,sans-serif; font-size:14px; font-style:normal; font-weight:normal; line-height:17px; text-decoration:none;\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">A post shared by Jennie | Fashion &amp; Lifestyle (@jenniesuk)<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/blockquote> <script async=\"\" src=\"\/\/www.instagram.com\/embed.js\"><\/script>\n\n\n\n<p>Small creators have the time to nurture authentic relationships with their followers, which can often lead to more trust and sway over purchasing decisions.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Plus, many nano and micro influencers focus on a niche topic, and the people who follow them tend to be passionate about it. If your brand offers products or services that fit within that niche, you can reach an extremely targeted audience.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>How to fix it: <\/strong>If your budget allows you to include a few posts from nano and micro influencers, invite some to join your campaign. If you\u2019ve run out of funds right now, go into your next campaign with the intention of working with smaller creators.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Not researching influencers before reaching out&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/eAB-vngihqg\" title=\"YouTube video player\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\"><\/iframe>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the first metrics that marketers will look at is follower count, and when this is the main factor you\u2019re basing a decision on, you could be setting your program up for less than stellar results.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Once you find some interesting creators, it\u2019s time to do thorough research. We encourage you to look at the following metrics:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"list-c7ff9da\" class=\"list-cac1240\"><ul><li><strong>Engagement rate: <\/strong>An engagement rate that\u2019s too low can show that their audience doesn\u2019t connect with their content, while an engagement rate this is exceptionally high could be a sign of bots and fake followers. Check out <a href=\"https:\/\/grin.co\/influencer-marketing-tools\/engagement-rate-calculator\/\">reasonable engagement rates by follower count<\/a>, and use this<a href=\"https:\/\/grin.co\/influencer-marketing-tools\/fake-influencer-tool\/\"> free tool to check a creator\u2019s credibility<\/a> score.\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>Audience demographics: <\/strong>Make sure their follower base has a large number of people that fit into your target audience. Learn how to <a href=\"https:\/\/grin.co\/blog\/how-to-evaluate-your-influencers-audience\/\">evaluate a creator\u2019s following<\/a>.<\/li><li><strong>Branded content performance: <\/strong>Look to see if they\u2019ve partnered with a brand before. If they have, does the engagement post meet or exceed the engagement on non-branded posts? If not (and their engagement is significantly lower), their branded posts may not be effective, and you should begin to look elsewhere.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>How to fix it: <\/strong>If you haven\u2019t signed contracts with the creators, go ahead and research them more thoroughly. If their metrics are ideal, that\u2019s great news! But if they\u2019re less than ideal, you can let them know you\u2019re going in a different direction with the campaign. Do this as gently as possible, though, because this can upset creators.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Not personalizing outreach messages for content creators<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"video-cd68e14\" class=\"video-c5724ec cc-vid\"><div id=\"video-cd68e14-videoe-iframe\" class=\"cc-iframe-container\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/7aFYE1SXrPA?modestbranding=0&amp;enablejsapi=1\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Sending generic cut-and-paste messages to creators will make them feel like a transaction rather than a potential partner. However, they tend to respond well when they can tell you want to work with them because you truly enjoy their content.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In your outreach, use their name and include details about what you like about their content and why they would be a good fit for your brand.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To make emails even more enticing, add info about potential payment methods in the subject line. This can show creators you mean business.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>How to fix it: <\/strong>If you\u2019ve already sent a generic cut-and-paste email and the creator hasn\u2019t responded, try following up with a more personalized note. Feel free to add their name or any specific details in the subject line to grab their attention.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. 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font-family:Arial,sans-serif; font-size:14px; font-style:normal; font-weight:550; line-height:18px;\">View this post on Instagram<\/div><\/div><div style=\"padding: 12.5% 0;\"><\/div> <div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: row; margin-bottom: 14px; align-items: center;\"><div> <div style=\"background-color: #F4F4F4; border-radius: 50%; height: 12.5px; width: 12.5px; transform: translateX(0px) translateY(7px);\"><\/div> <div style=\"background-color: #F4F4F4; height: 12.5px; transform: rotate(-45deg) translateX(3px) translateY(1px); width: 12.5px; flex-grow: 0; margin-right: 14px; margin-left: 2px;\"><\/div> <div style=\"background-color: #F4F4F4; border-radius: 50%; height: 12.5px; width: 12.5px; transform: translateX(9px) translateY(-18px);\"><\/div><\/div><div style=\"margin-left: 8px;\"> <div style=\" background-color: #F4F4F4; border-radius: 50%; flex-grow: 0; height: 20px; width: 20px;\"><\/div> <div style=\" width: 0; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid transparent; border-left: 6px solid #f4f4f4; border-bottom: 2px solid transparent; transform: translateX(16px) translateY(-4px) rotate(30deg)\"><\/div><\/div><div style=\"margin-left: auto;\"> <div style=\" width: 0px; border-top: 8px solid #F4F4F4; border-right: 8px solid transparent; transform: translateY(16px);\"><\/div> <div style=\" background-color: #F4F4F4; flex-grow: 0; height: 12px; width: 16px; transform: translateY(-4px);\"><\/div> <div style=\" width: 0; height: 0; border-top: 8px solid #F4F4F4; border-left: 8px solid transparent; transform: translateY(-4px) translateX(8px);\"><\/div><\/div><\/div> <div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: column; flex-grow: 1; justify-content: center; margin-bottom: 24px;\"> <div style=\" background-color: #F4F4F4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; margin-bottom: 6px; width: 224px;\"><\/div> <div style=\" background-color: #F4F4F4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; width: 144px;\"><\/div><\/div><\/a><p style=\" color:#c9c8cd; font-family:Arial,sans-serif; font-size:14px; line-height:17px; margin-bottom:0; margin-top:8px; overflow:hidden; padding:8px 0 7px; text-align:center; text-overflow:ellipsis; white-space:nowrap;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/Cg-FSXVh3Ro\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading\" style=\" color:#c9c8cd; font-family:Arial,sans-serif; font-size:14px; font-style:normal; font-weight:normal; line-height:17px; text-decoration:none;\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">A post shared by James Charles (@jamescharles)<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/blockquote> <script async=\"\" src=\"\/\/www.instagram.com\/embed.js\"><\/script>\n\n\n\n<p>Since the basis of a creator\u2019s job is to be in the spotlight, it\u2019s only natural that some will stir up controversies. And while they vary in severity, partnering with controversial creators can lead to distrust for your brand.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The public often becomes upset when brands fund creators who have upset them in some way or another, and they\u2019ll often transfer these negative feelings to your brand. That\u2019s why brands typically end partnerships with creators when a scandal leaks.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A quick Google search of any potential creators is a great way to see if there are any public concerns surrounding them.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>How to fix it: <\/strong>If your brand comes under fire for partnering with a controversial influencer, it\u2019s time to craft a public message. Address peoples\u2019 concerns, accept responsibility, and let the people know what you\u2019re doing in response. Sometimes, this can be as drastic as dropping the creator from your roster, but remember, if you already signed a contract with them, you may still have to fulfill your end of the bargain.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">6. Partnering with an influencer who doesn\u2019t love your brand&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Part of what makes creators such great spokespeople for brands is the connection they have with their fans. Their followers feel like they know them, and they can sense when a creator\u2019s excitement is genuine or manufactured for a paycheck.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re partnering with a creator who doesn\u2019t truly love your product or service, their audience will be able to tell, and they\u2019ll lose trust in the creator <em>and <\/em>your brand.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>How to fix it: <\/strong>Before developing a partnership with a creator, be sure to send them some samples of your product. This allows them to become familiar with it and see if it\u2019s something they gain value from. If it is, then you have the makings of a great collaboration. If they don\u2019t love, it\u2019s time to look elsewhere.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">7. Providing either too much or too little freedom in an influencer brief<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"video-cefd4aa\" class=\"video-c023771 cc-vid\"><div id=\"video-cefd4aa-videoe-iframe\" class=\"cc-iframe-container\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/G8Zkjga98Q0?modestbranding=0&amp;enablejsapi=1\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019ve ever been given an assignment at work with absolutely no direction, you probably didn\u2019t know where to start. It\u2019s easy to be overwhelmed when you can do anything under the sun.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>That\u2019s why giving some direction to the creators you partner with is essential. However, it\u2019s also possible to provide them with too many requirements. After all, these creators are experts in what their audiences like, so if they have so many restrictions that they can\u2019t deliver their typical content, you won\u2019t get the results you\u2019re looking for.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Influencer marketers must find the sweet spot between too little and too much information. Some things you may want to include in a creator brief include:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"list-c61794d\" class=\"list-c1827f9\"><ul><li><strong>Branded assets: <\/strong>If you have any images, logos, or slogans to include, be sure to add them here.\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>Content type: <\/strong>If you\u2019re looking for a static image, short-form video, or carousel post, let your creators know!\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>Key benefits: <\/strong>Highlight the most compelling benefits of your product, but don\u2019t make them mandatory to include. Instead, provide them as a little bit of creative inspiration.\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>Anything you want the creator to avoid: <\/strong>Tell your creator if there is anything you want them to specifically keep out of their content. For example, if your product is vegan, you may want to tell them to leave any animal products out of their photos or videos.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>How to fix it: <\/strong>Take a look at the content brief. If it\u2019s too short, add in some more details and send it back to your creators. If it\u2019s too long, see what you can cut out to give your team a bit more freedom.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">8. Overspending on your influencer marketing campaign&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Another major influencer marketing mistake is overspending on your campaign.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Overspending on influencer marketing happens mainly because of two reasons. One, the cost of influencer marketing varies from influencer to influencer and campaign to campaign. A campaign that requires a lot of legwork and engagement will cost more than a campaign that requires fewer posts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The second reason is not knowing exactly how much an influencer charges for an advertising campaign. Influencers do not advertise their fees so they can avoid negotiations with present and future clients.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>One key way to avoid overspending is establishing a campaign budget before starting and sticking to it.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>How to fix it: <\/strong>If you\u2019re still in the negotiation phase and you realize the costs are a bit too high, begin to look at other creators. Or see where else you can cut costs if you\u2019ve already locked in the contracts. You may have to avoid asking for content usage rights for any posts you really like if you don\u2019t have much budget left.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In the future, set a budget beforehand and stick to it. Reach out to smaller creators, and don\u2019t be afraid to say no if an influencer asks for too much.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">9. Not spending enough time planning your influencer marketing strategy&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Some brands think that just by running an influencer marketing campaign, the hard work is done. In reality, your hard work should begin even before you have decided to launch an influencer marketing campaign.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Rushing into an influencer marketing campaign can be tempting. However, this can cause serious problems down the line.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Just like launching a successful company requires a proper business plan, an influencer marketing campaign also depends on thorough research and preparation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>How to fix it: <\/strong>Clear some time on your schedule and take a look at your overarching campaign. Then, zoom in on the different parts. See where your strategy is thin, and begin to add more details. If you need help, don\u2019t be afraid to pull in other team members for some new perspectives.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">10. Choosing the wrong social media platform<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"video-c217c43\" class=\"video-c1e4c2e cc-vid\"><div id=\"video-c217c43-videoe-iframe\" class=\"cc-iframe-container\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/lJlIbgsvKIc?modestbranding=0&amp;enablejsapi=1\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A strong social media presence can do wonders for your business. However, many brands aren\u2019t able to harness the true potential of social media. This is because they choose the wrong social media platforms to reach their audience.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In a world of cutthroat competition, social media has become an integral part of business marketing. Even small businesses have started to maintain their own Facebook and Instagram pages.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So, when planning to launch an influencer marketing campaign, choosing the right social media platform is essential. Doing so will help you connect with the right target audience you need for your brand to grow.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Once you identify the demographics and psychographics of your target audience, do some research into the different platforms. You can find information about social media platforms\u2019 typical users with a quick Google search. See where your audience spends their time, and focus on those.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>How to fix it: <\/strong>If you\u2019ve already secured your creators by the time you realize you\u2019re targeting the wrong platforms, see if they\u2019re active on different channels that may be more suitable for your brand. Talk to the creator about switching the platform requirements for their tasks, explain why you want to make this change, and see if they\u2019re open to it.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">11. &nbsp;Not tracking the data from your influencer marketing campaign<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"video-cec16f8\" class=\"video-c36b817 cc-vid\"><div id=\"video-cec16f8-videoe-iframe\" class=\"cc-iframe-container\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/eLYRfJiXXkk?modestbranding=0&amp;enablejsapi=1\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re not tracking the results of your influencer marketing campaign, you won\u2019t know if it was successful. But when you take the time to measure results periodically throughout the campaign, you can identify what\u2019s working and what\u2019s not, enabling you to make changes and improve your tactics.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re not sure how to track results, no worries. GRIN has put together a few spreadsheets you can download and use for free.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"seealso\"><p>See Also: <a href=\"https:\/\/grin.co\/blog\/influencer-reporting-best-practices\/\">Influencer Reporting Best Practices for Demonstrating ROI [+ Free Influencer Report Templates]<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>You can also use a <a href=\"https:\/\/grin.co\/blog\/influencer-marketing-tools\/\">creator management platform<\/a> to track results automatically, but these can require a decent investment and aren\u2019t the best solutions for small or new influencer programs.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>How to fix it: <\/strong>Take some time to put together a spreadsheet with all of the details from your campaign, then add dates into your calendar for when you will check and record metrics. Start tracking the data as soon as possible.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">12.&nbsp;Expecting instant results&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Influencer marketing is a long-term strategy, and you can\u2019t expect overnight results just by running one campaign. Influencer marketing increases brand popularity and awareness slowly and steadily.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"960\" height=\"640\" src=\"https:\/\/grin.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/IM_SA_15-Influencer-Marketing-Mistakes-You-Should-Make_2022-Q3-08_FINAL_BLGI_960x640-02.webp\" alt=\"Woman surprised by an influencer marketing mistake on a laptop\" class=\"wp-image-26016\" srcset=\"https:\/\/grin.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/IM_SA_15-Influencer-Marketing-Mistakes-You-Should-Make_2022-Q3-08_FINAL_BLGI_960x640-02.webp 960w, https:\/\/grin.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/IM_SA_15-Influencer-Marketing-Mistakes-You-Should-Make_2022-Q3-08_FINAL_BLGI_960x640-02-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/grin.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/IM_SA_15-Influencer-Marketing-Mistakes-You-Should-Make_2022-Q3-08_FINAL_BLGI_960x640-02-768x512.webp 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>How to fix it: <\/strong>Set some goals, and choose a more reasonable date you want to achieve them by. Then choose some key performance indicators you can measure to track your progress toward your goals. Then, be sure to adjust and optimize your program along the way to make sure you\u2019re getting the best results possible.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">13. &nbsp;Measuring success solely through sales&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"video-cd70c12\" class=\"video-c563e90 cc-vid\"><div id=\"video-cd70c12-videoe-iframe\" class=\"cc-iframe-container\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/lAPGfOnEXpw?modestbranding=0&amp;enablejsapi=1\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>While influencer marketing is great for bringing in sales, that\u2019s not the only way to gain value from this useful technique. Other widely popular campaign foals include:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"list-c9a6fec\" class=\"list-c591d15\"><ul><li><strong>Content generation: <\/strong>Producing content on your own can be expensive and typically requires you to work with a team of designers, writers, videographers, and more. Creators can fill all of these roles, often at a much lower price. If you\u2019re hoping to build your content library, be sure to negotiate with each creator for content usage rights from the beginning.\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>Brand awareness: <\/strong>Getting more eyes on your brand and informing people about your products or services is a great way to encourage people to investigate further. After learning about your brand, they may start following your branded accounts, head to your website, or even sign up for a mailing list. Therefore, brand awareness is a worthy goal for your influencer marketing campaign.\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>Boost SEO efforts: <\/strong>Partnering with reputable bloggers in your niche is an excellent way to <a href=\"https:\/\/grin.co\/blog\/influencer-marketing-seo-best-practices\/\">improve your search engine rankings<\/a>, which can lead to more organic traffic to your website.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>How to fix it: <\/strong>Sit down and think about different goals your program can achieve. What is most valuable for your business? Once you determine your goal, think of different key performance indicators you can monitor to track your progress, and measure these periodically throughout your campaign.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"seealso\"><p>See Also: <a href=\"https:\/\/grin.co\/blog\/looking-beyond-influencer-marketing-roi\/\">The Real Definition of Influencer Marketing ROI: The Brand Halo Effect &amp; More<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">14.&nbsp;Repurposing influencer content without the proper usage rights&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"video-c09b2b3\" class=\"video-c7ee09c cc-vid\"><div id=\"video-c09b2b3-videoe-iframe\" class=\"cc-iframe-container\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/l0ggLhCTCqs?modestbranding=0&amp;enablejsapi=1\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>An influencer\u2019s posts are their intellectual property, which means they own the rights to it, even if you paid for them to develop the content on your behalf.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To be able to use it on your social media accounts or in other marketing materials (like emails, ads, or your website), you need to draft a content usage rights agreement that both parties agree to.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Keep in mind: Creators will often charge more for content usage rights, and the longer you want to use the content, the more expensive it will be.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>How to fix it: <\/strong>Remove any creator content that you don\u2019t have permission to use from your social channels and other marketing techniques. Then reach out to the creators and own up to your mistake. Ask them if they would be open to giving you content usage rights, and if they say yes, you can work out how much it will cost.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"seealso\"><p>See Also: <a href=\"https:\/\/grin.co\/blog\/user-generated-content-rights-dos-and-donts\/\">The Do\u2019s &amp; Don\u2019ts of User-Generated Content Rights in Influencer Marketing<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">15.&nbsp;Not following FTC guidelines for identifying sponsored content&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"tiktok-embed\" cite=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/@rendagrella\/video\/6963641798531124485\" data-video-id=\"6963641798531124485\" style=\"max-width: 605px;min-width: 325px;\"> <section> <a target=\"_blank\" title=\"@rendagrella\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/@rendagrella?refer=embed\" rel=\"noopener\">@rendagrella<\/a> These @trescolori pieces make me feel like Carrie Bradshaw\u2728???? Use code RENDAGRELLA50 for 50% off???? <a title=\"trescolorijewelry\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/tag\/trescolorijewelry?refer=embed\" rel=\"noopener\">#trescolorijewelry<\/a> <a title=\"ad\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/tag\/ad?refer=embed\" rel=\"noopener\">#ad<\/a> <a target=\"_blank\" title=\"\u266c Blue Blood - Heinz Kiessling &amp; Various Artists\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/music\/Blue-Blood-6778968637492430849?refer=embed\" rel=\"noopener\">\u266c Blue Blood &#8211; Heinz Kiessling &amp; Various Artists<\/a> <\/section> <\/blockquote> <script async=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/embed.js\"><\/script>\n\n\n\n<p>While we\u2019re talking about legal trouble, another common concern brands face is not using proper disclosures on sponsored content.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Whenever a creator posts on your behalf (whether it\u2019s a social media video, a blog, or a review on your website), they are legally required to disclose that they received the product or service for free.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Requirements vary by country, but you can find the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ftc.gov\/system\/files\/documents\/plain-language\/1001a-influencer-guide-508_1.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">U.S. Federal Trade Commission guidelines here<\/a>, the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.competitionbureau.gc.ca\/eic\/site\/cb-bc.nsf\/eng\/04512.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Canadian guidelines here<\/a>, and the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gov.uk\/government\/publications\/social-media-endorsements-guide-for-influencers\/social-media-endorsements-being-transparent-with-your-followers\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">U.K. Competition &amp; Markets Authority\u2019s guidelines here<\/a>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s best to include the disclosures you want your creators to use in their campaign brief.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>How to fix it: <\/strong>If you notice a creator hasn\u2019t added the right disclosures to their posts, ask them if they can edit the captions to add them in. If the posts are on a platform that doesn\u2019t allow for editing, ask them to remove the original and repost with the disclosure.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Key takeaway: Take your time when developing an influencer marketing program.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Now that you know what to watch out for, there\u2019s no stopping you now. Keep these 15 tips in mind, and get to planning. And if you want even more insights into developing and running a successful influencer marketing program, check out our <a href=\"https:\/\/grin.co\/influencer-marketing-101\/\">101 guide<\/a>.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Updated: June 2023<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"kt-adv-heading_6dbd59-5c wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_6dbd59-5c\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-accordion alignnone\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-wrap kt-accordion-wrap kt-accordion-id_18f1a5-91 kt-accordion-has-12-panes kt-active-pane-0 kt-accordion-block kt-pane-header-alignment-left kt-accodion-icon-style-basiccircle kt-accodion-icon-side-right\" style=\"max-width:none\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-inner-wrap\" data-allow-multiple-open=\"false\" data-start-open=\"none\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-pane kt-accordion-pane kt-accordion-pane-1 kt-pane_d08bc0-35\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-header-wrap\"><button class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-header kt-acccordion-button-label-show\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title-wrap\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title\">Which mistakes should one avoid for influencer marketing?<\/span><\/span><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-icon-trigger\"><\/span><\/button><\/div><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel kt-accordion-panel-hidden\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel-inner\">\n<p>There are 15 key mistakes in influencer marketing you should avoid, including:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"list-c70d7b2\" class=\"list-c3574b7\"><ol><li>Mistaking celebrity endorsements as the only type of influencer marketing\u00a0<\/li><li>Skipping over nano and micro influencers because of their small followings<\/li><li>Not researching influencers before reaching out\u00a0<\/li><li>Not personalizing outreach messages for content creators\u00a0<\/li><li>Partnering with controversial content creators\u00a0<\/li><li>Partnering with an influencer who doesn\u2019t love your brand\u00a0<\/li><li>Providing either too much or too little freedom in an influencer brief\u00a0<\/li><li>Overspending on your influencer marketing campaign\u00a0<\/li><li>Not spending enough time planning your influencer marketing strategy\u00a0<\/li><li>Choosing the wrong social media platforms\u00a0<\/li><li>Not tracking the data from your influencer marketing campaign\u00a0<\/li><li>Expecting instant results\u00a0<\/li><li>Measuring success solely through sales\u00a0<\/li><li>Repurposing influencer content without the proper usage rights\u00a0<\/li><li>Not following FTC guidelines for identifying sponsored content\u00a0<\/li><\/ol><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-pane kt-accordion-pane kt-accordion-pane-2 kt-pane_81b099-a1\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-header-wrap\"><button class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-header kt-acccordion-button-label-show\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title-wrap\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title\">How do you maintain a great relationship with influencers?<\/span><\/span><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-icon-trigger\"><\/span><\/button><\/div><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel kt-accordion-panel-hidden\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel-inner\">\n<p>Like any good relationship, maintaining a strong partnership with influencers involves a lot of clear communication. Answer any questions they may have, and give them shoutouts for their awesome content. Follow their accounts and keep up to date on their life\u2014some influencer marketing managers send flowers on big occasions, but you can also send little gifts when they develop great posts for your brand.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Essentially, treat them exactly how you would treat a coworker on your team. They\u2019ll appreciate feeling like you value their contributions.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-pane kt-accordion-pane kt-accordion-pane-5 kt-pane_2f6a4a-1d\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-header-wrap\"><button class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-header kt-acccordion-button-label-show\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title-wrap\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title\">Why is influencer marketing bad?<\/span><\/span><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-icon-trigger\"><\/span><\/button><\/div><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel kt-accordion-panel-hidden\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel-inner\">\n<p>While influencer marketing may have some naysayers, it\u2019s actually a great way for brands to connect with audiences. Most of the \u201cbad\u201d influencer marketing people see comes from inauthentic collaborations where a creator doesn\u2019t really love the brand and instead just promotes the products for a paycheck.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-pane kt-accordion-pane kt-accordion-pane-12 kt-pane_b7a772-60\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-header-wrap\"><button class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-header kt-acccordion-button-label-show\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title-wrap\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title\">What influencers should not do?<\/span><\/span><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-icon-trigger\"><\/span><\/button><\/div><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel kt-accordion-panel-hidden\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel-inner\">\n<p>Influencers shouldn\u2019t work with brands they don\u2019t truly love or promote products they don\u2019t use. Their followers will be able to tell they\u2019re not being genuine, which can damage the trust and connection they\u2019ve built.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"div-ccac60e\" class=\"div-c9751b9\" style=\"--ccaos-duration:0.3s;--ccaos-delay:0.1s;--ccaos-easing:ease-in-outs;\" data-aos=\"fade-in-down-small\" data-aos-once=\"true\"><svg height=\"0\" width=\"0\"><defs><clipPath id=\"div-c9751b9-path\"><path d=\"M64.5,56.5Q63,63,56.5,65.5Q50,68,32.5,76.5Q15,85,19,67.5Q23,50,32.5,46Q42,42,46,40.5Q50,39,61.5,33Q73,27,69.5,38.5Q66,50,64.5,56.5Z\"><\/path><\/clipPath><\/defs><\/svg>\n<h6 id=\"heading-cd31728\" class=\"heading-ce92924\" style=\"--ccaos-duration:0.5s;\" data-aos=\"fade-in-up-small\" data-aos-once=\"true\">Hand-Picked Content<\/h6>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"query-cfdcf6a\" class=\"query-c704b83\" style=\"--ccaos-duration:0.8s;--ccaos-easing:eases;\" data-aos=\"fade\" data-query_id=\"1\">\n<div id=\"querytemplate-c848f48\" class=\"querytemplate-c7d97b8\" cc-query-template=\"\"><div class=\"cc-query-item\">\n<a id=\"div-c9d23b3\" class=\"div-cb98937 \" href=\"https:\/\/grin.co\/blog\/influencer-marketing-manager\/\">\n<div id=\"div-ca9e71b\" class=\"div-c56156b\">\n<div id=\"div-c8fee51\" class=\"div-c2eb74d\">\n<h6 id=\"heading-cc71d3a\" class=\"heading-c0aeb5f\">Mar<\/h6>\n\n\n\n<h6 id=\"heading-c98992e\" class=\"heading-c436376\">14<\/h6>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" id=\"image-c8d7bfd\" class=\"image-cba14d3 cc-img\" src=\"https:\/\/grin.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/IM_FitTok_Influencer-Marketing-Manager-Must-Haves_Featured2_2022-Q1-03.webp\" alt=\"\" height=\"640\" width=\"960\" srcset=\"https:\/\/grin.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/IM_FitTok_Influencer-Marketing-Manager-Must-Haves_Featured2_2022-Q1-03.webp 960w, https:\/\/grin.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/IM_FitTok_Influencer-Marketing-Manager-Must-Haves_Featured2_2022-Q1-03-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/grin.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/IM_FitTok_Influencer-Marketing-Manager-Must-Haves_Featured2_2022-Q1-03-768x512.webp 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px\">\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"div-c5a547f\" class=\"div-cd6bcab\">\n<p id=\"paragraph-c2f8f83\" class=\"paragraph-c620712\">Relationship Management<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h6 id=\"heading-cbf3c59\" class=\"heading-c9f5b71\">Influencer Marketing Manager Must-Haves: Influencer Management Tools &#038; 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However, it also emphasizes the importance of careful planning to avoid common pitfalls. The article enumerates <strong>15 mistakes<\/strong> to avoid in influencer marketing, such as misunderstanding the types of influencers, failing to research them, and skipping the planning phase.<\/p>\n\n<h3>Key Influencer Types<\/h3>\n<p>The post categorizes influencers into four types: <strong>Nano influencers<\/strong> (1,000-10,000 followers), <strong>Micro influencers<\/strong> (10,000-100,000 followers), <strong>Macro influencers<\/strong> (100,000-1M followers), and <strong>Mega\/celebrity influencers<\/strong> (1M+ followers). It underscores that smaller influencers often foster stronger connections with their audience, leading to more authentic engagement, which can be beneficial for brands.<\/p>\n\n<h3>Planning and Research Importance<\/h3>\n<p>Successful influencer marketing requires thorough <strong>research<\/strong> and <strong>strategy<\/strong>. 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