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Top Insights State of Video 2026

The Video Strategy Shifts Worth Making Now, Based on Our Latest Research

Wistia's Head of Content digs into the 2026 State of Video Report data to surface how your team should make videos and where you should distribute them in the next 12 months.

Sam Balter

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Why Video Marketing Is Worth the Investment

Wondering if you should add video to your marketing strategy? The answer is a resounding yes! Here’s why.

Chiara Hoogervorst

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The Key to an Easier Video Workflow: Consolidating Your Tools

See how doing all your video stuff in one place like Wistia reduces handoffs, speeds up production, and cuts costs.

James Zabik

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How to Use Wistia and YouTube Together

Integrate the advantages of both video hosting platforms into your marketing strategy.

Phil Nottingham

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2026 State of Video Report

Get the latest trends, insights, and benchmarks you need to create a winning video strategy this year.

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How to Use Video Data to Strengthen Your Marketing Efforts

Regardless of how you’re tracking marketing results and which tools you’re using, there’s a way to incorporate video insights into that workflow.

Ezra Fishman

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7 Quick Tips for Creating a Video Series On a Budget

Creating a binge-worthy series on a budget? No sweat! Check out these seven quick, cost-cutting tips.

Courtney Lefferts

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Get Inspired by These 4 Outdoor Brands Making Video Series

Check out binge-worthy video series from brands like Eddie Bauer, Burton, and more.

Lisa Marinelli

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Get Your Next Idea for a Video Series Approved with a Proof of Concept

Learn the benefits of testing out your next show idea with a proof of concept and how to get started.

Lisa Marinelli

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Why Ads Alone Can’t Buy Your Brand Love

Here’s why your business should stop chasing after awareness and focus your marketing efforts on building affinity instead.

Lisa Marinelli

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The Psychology Behind Why People Dislike Ads (And How to Make Better Ones)

Our aversion to ads has a lot more to do with psychology and our brain's chemistry than you might think.

Jenny Coppola

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Does Brand Advertising Work for Marketers? Our New Report with The Drum

The results from The Drum's research are in—and the findings paint an interesting (yet troubling) picture of today's advertising landscape.

Phil Nottingham

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Why Your Business’s Brand is More Important Than Ever

Find out why you should start investing in doing better brand marketing in 2020.

Lisa Marinelli

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3 Common Problems Marketers Face When They Focus Too Much on Brand Awareness

Stressed about your brand marketing efforts this year? Avoid these common problems by focusing less on sheerly building brand awareness.

Jenny Coppola

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10 Brand Marketing Predictions for 2020

See what's ahead for marketers with these 10 brand marketing predictions for 2020.

Phil Nottingham

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How to Create a Winning Video Testimonial Strategy

Showcase a real customer's opinion about your product or service and build credibility and trust.

Jenny Coppola

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Our New Report with The Drum Indicates That Brand Advertising Isn’t Working

Stay tuned for our full report next month that reveals our findings on how well brand advertising is working.

Phil Nottingham

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5 Ways to Make Creating a Video Series Less Daunting and More Efficient

Streamline the creative process with these tips for making your own video series.

Jenny Coppola

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The Differences Between Wistia Channel Subscribers and YouTube Subscribers

Learn more about Wistia Channel Subscribers and why this data may be more valuable to your business.

Phil Nottingham

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4 Show Title Structures That'll Help You Name Your Next Video Series

Craft the perfect attention-grabbing title for your next binge-worthy show with inspiration from these seven popular TV show names.

Jenny Coppola

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Brand Marketing vs. Funnel Marketing: What's the Difference?

Learn why both marketing methods are important and how combining the two will help you grow your brand.

Phil Nottingham

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4 Ways to Convince Your Boss to Make Episodic Video Content

Learn how to get your boss on board with making an episodic video series to help build your brand affinity.

Lisa Marinelli

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How to Nail Your Video Series’ Concept With a Show Positioning Statement

Learn the key elements of crafting a Show Positioning Statement that'll guarantee your video series reflects your brand values.

Jenny Coppola

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Why Your Content Strategy Should Target a Niche Audience (Not Potential Customers)

Find out why creating content that targets very specific niche audiences is actually the best way to reach your potential customers.

Phil Nottingham

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The Key to Social Media Success: Marketing Like a Media Company

Find out how you can benefit from the reach provided by digital advertising without irritating your potential customers.

Phil Nottingham

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5 Types of Video Series Your Business Can Make Today

Get inspired by these examples and choose a show format that will work best for your business.

Jenny Coppola

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Why Long-Form Content Builds Brands Better Than Snackable Content

Find out why more and more businesses are investing in creating binge-worthy video content to help build their brands.

Phil Nottingham

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Why Your Next Product Line Should be Binge-Worthy Content

Find out why content is the most scalable, low-risk, high-reward investment your business can make.

Chris Savage

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Why Existing Brand-Building Strategies Aren’t Working

Brand dictates what we buy and recommend to peers, but most of today's current strategies fall flat—here's why.

Phil Nottingham