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Students at SMK EL-AMIN belong to the Generation Z, where many of them have already started their own businesses. However, some students running these businesses have not fully utilized social media, particularly Instagram, as a promotional tool. Therefore, a community service activity in the form of socialization was conducted for SMK EL-AMIN students in Cabangbungin sub-district, Bekasi regency, West Java. The aim of this socialization activity is to enhance the understanding and knowledge of SMK EL-AMIN students regarding the benefits of copywriting on Instagram in boosting business sales. The socialization activity was attended by 36 participants. The stages of the community service activity include preparation, implementation, and evaluation. After participating in the community service activity, the participants' awareness and knowledge of the benefits of copywriting in increasing business sales improved. Participants also gained insights into creative copywriting tips for business promotion. The socialization activity had a significant impact on increasing the awareness and knowledge of participants.

Rangawak is a wood-working workshop in Barulak, Tanah Datar that produces hand-processed products without using massive manufacturing machines. Rangawak has been running since 2019, by utilizing the surrounding wood resources which are designed and processed to produce valuable furniture. However, this is still not enough to make Rangawak a sustainable brand. Rangawak needs more than just a quality product, but also a strong brand image, so it is easily recognized by potential consumers. Branding steps are deemed appropriate to overcome this problem using the design thinking method which focuses on empathy, defining problem, ideation and refining solutions. This method includes experimentation, development of ideas in visual form and physical implementation based on existing problems. The branding process results in the design of ideal branding elements, compiled into a brand book so that it becomes a reference for acting both internally and externally. These elements are in the form of values held firmly by the brand, brand positioning in the market, calm explanation of brand naming, brand personality which becomes a reference for how the brand interacts (in the form of tone of voice, prohibited and recommended terms, pronunciation and choice of words in copywriting), as well as visual identity with guidelines and rules for its application in various supporting media such as websites, catalog books, posters, member cards, packaging and Instagram accounts selected based on indicators of the media's effectiveness and efficiency in the brand activation process.

Community service activities are very important to improve the quality of human resources for MSMEs. Copywriting training was conducted by Bina Nusantara University Semarang for 30 MSMEs in the city of Semarang. The term copywriting was not yet known to the participants and this training was attended with great enthusiasm so that the participants could increase their knowledge regarding marketing using copywriting techniques which are one of the trends in the marketing world. Training participants are expected to have the ability to write attractive promotional or advertising language so that their products can stick in the minds of customers. By mastering this copywriting technique, the participants are able to increase product sales through digital marketing via social media by using advertising writing techniques that are attractive to the customers.

Di era globalisasi, pembangunan sangat bergantung pada ekonomi sebagai ukuran dalam keberhasilan pemerintah. Usaha Mikro, Kecil, dan Menengah (UMKM) memainkan  peran penting dalam pembangunan suatu negara, khususnya pembangunan ekonomi. Dengan adanya kegiatan digital branding ini diharapkan produk mempunyai image atau citra yang baik di mata konsumen. Metode yang digunakan dalam kegiatan pengabdian masyarakat ini ialah kegiatan pelatihan yang dilakukan di pendopo Kelurahan Medokan Semampir dan pendampingan yang dilakukan secara door to d0or. Pelatihan dan Pendampingan Digital Branding disini mahasiswa mengajarkan bagaimana cara mengambil foto produk dan cara membuat copywriting agar menarik perhatian konsumen. Selanjutnya akan dibuatkan katalog produk yang akan memudahkan pelaku UMKM dalam memasarkan produknya. Ada Total 8 UMKM Food and Beverage yang mahasiswa dampingi mulai awal hingga akhir.

Development in the current era of globalization is highly dependent on the economic sector. The role of communities in economic development lies in the advancement of Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs). MSMEs can also absorb labor, thereby improving the welfare of the community. Medokan Semampir Subdistrict has an active MSMEs activity.but MSMEs in Medokan Semampir Subdistrict also face challenges in managing their businesses, especially regarding technological mastery and the lack of product branding implementation. In response to these issues, an intervention was implemented through educational sessions, training programs, and mentoring sessions focused on Digital Branding, specifically encompassing copywriting and product photography