THE EVOLUTION OF CONTENT MARKETING IN THE DIGITAL AGE: FROM SEO TO STORYTELLING

Henny Noviany (Universitas Sali Al-Aitaam)
Oggy Akmadani (Institut Agama Islam Sultan Muhammad Syafiuddin Sambas, Indonesia)

INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF FINANCIAL ECONOMICS (IJEFE)
Vol. 1 No. 1 (2024): INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF FINANCIAL ECONOMICS (IJEFE)

This research examines the evolution of content marketing in the digital age, tracing its journey from an initial focus on search engine optimization (SEO) to a more complex storytelling approach. The method of this study is literature. The results show a significant shift from keyword-based strategies to a more audience- centric approach, with an emphasis on content quality and engagement. The use of data analytics and new technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI) were also identified as key factors in the personalization and effectiveness of content marketing.