Barbie, Taylor Swift, and Beyonce discuss women's spending power. They also talk about easing return-to-office pain and the challenges of AI-generated music. Recorded at Inbound in Boston.
Increased earning potential, delayed childbirth, and the self-care movement have empowered women with more money and agency over how they spend, prioritizing experiences that bring them joy.
The success of pop culture events driven by women, such as Barbie's box office success, Taylor Swift's Eris tour, and Beyonce's tour, has created economic opportunities for entrepreneurs and boosted local economies.
Deep dives
Women's Economic Power and Spending
The summer of 2022 showcased the power of women's spending, driven by increased earning potential, delayed childbirth, and the self-care movement. Women are now having more money and agency over how they spend, prioritizing experiences that bring them joy. This was evident in the success of pop culture events like Barbie's box office success ($1.38 billion), Taylor Swift's Eris tour (projected $4.6 billion), and Beyonce's tour ($2 billion). Women-driven mega events are capitalizing on the post-pandemic pent-up spending and resonating with audiences who feel seen and heard by these experiences.
Entrepreneurship and Small Businesses
The success of pop culture events has also created a cottage industry of entrepreneurs, particularly women, who are capitalizing on the demand for associated products. Fashion retailers are targeting concert-goers and movie enthusiasts, and Etsy sellers are finding success in selling Taylor Swift friendship bracelets. This entrepreneurial trend extends beyond merchandise, with local economies experiencing boosts from increased hospitality and service demands during tour stops. The ripple effects of these events highlight the economic opportunities created by women's spending.
Catering to Audience Needs and Values
A key takeaway from the success of these summer pop culture events is the importance of understanding and catering to the audience. Barbie, Taylor Swift, and Beyonce connected with their audiences through messages aligned with their values. To ensure long-lasting success, businesses should focus on speaking directly to their target audience, making them feel seen and heard, and aligning their products or experiences with their customers' values.
With Barbie, Taylor Swift, and Beyonce leading the way, women’s spending power is making the economy go ‘round. Plus: How to ease return-to-office pain and the challenges ahead of AI-generated music. Recorded in front of a live audience at Inbound in Boston.
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