Entrepreneurs
Exposing: Alex Arabov, VOBARA & Fake Paid Articles
“Alex Arabov is the owner of a custom jewelry company, VOBARA” – Bio from Paid Articles.
According to sponsored and paid feature articles by Alex Arabov, he initiated his entrepreneurial journey in 2016 while still in high school. Witnessing remarkable success, he made the choice to commit himself to the business full-time. The inspiration for his venture stemmed from his father and uncle, with the latter being the owner of Jacob the Jeweler. In homage to his father, Arabov, deeply inspired by him and sadly losing him at the tender age of eight, coined the name VOBARA by spelling his last name backward.
According to paid media coverage featuring Alex Arabov, he gained notable recognition by crafting custom jewelry for prominent hip-hop artists such as Rick Ross, Soulja Boy, Zoey Dollaz, Quincy, and King Combs. To ensure he capitalized on these celebrity associations, Arabov consistently highlighted them in every sponsored and fabricated article that was published. Notably, he dedicated a comprehensive article to discussing his collaboration with the renowned artist Rick Ross. His life’s struggles, achievements, and expertise are authentic, while below articles appear to be deliberately crafted for promotional purposes. These placement can be achieved merely for $50 – $999 per publication from freelancer or platforms like Fiverr, Peopleperhour, Upwork, Swapd or Blackhatworld.
SOCIAL PRESENCE:
https://www.vobarashop.com/
https://www.instagram.com/vobaragold/ [ Deleted once below account was verified ]
https://www.instagram.com/vobara/ [ Verified due to below Paid Articles ]
https://www.endedupatvobara.com/
https://www.facebook.com/alexvobara/
http://www.vobaramiami.com/
https://www.instagram.com/vobaramiami/
LET’S ANALYZE THE PAID ARTICLES PUBLICATIONS:
Alex Arabov recognizes that constructing a brand from the ground up may appear challenging, but it is certainly achievable. In order to promote himself and his brand, he has chosen to engage in paid interviews and feature articles, an effective avenue for promotion readily accessible for purchase. Opting for paid articles provides the advantage of showcasing the brand exactly as intended.
These articles, featured in various publications, can be acquired directly from the publications themselves at a cost ranging from $500 to $1200. They are accompanied by a disclaimer or are categorized under Brand Content. For Example, an article on Village Voice is available for $1500, while one on Khaleej Times is priced at $600, and so forth.
https://www.somersetlive.co.uk/special-features/building-brand-vobara-everyday-success-6349610
https://www.tampabay.com/sponsored/2021/10/11/the-touching-tribute-in-vobaras-brand-name/
https://www.villagevoice.com/2021/06/15/vobara-celebs-vouch-for-a-personal-touch/
https://www.khaleejtimes.com/kt-network/vobara-utilises-social-media-for-personalised-customer-experiences
https://dailycaller.com/2021/07/19/vobara-is-willing-to-ship-a-custom-piece-to-the-moon/
In the realm of social media, the verification process holds significant importance as it elevates one’s authenticity and credibility. The presence of the coveted blue tick not only boosts your credibility but also increases the likelihood of turning observers into clients by tenfold. As of September 11, 2021, it appears that Alex’s social media account is yet to undergo the verification process. It seems he is pursuing sponsored and paid media articles as a strategy to attain the coveted blue tick. We hope he achieves verification soon. Investing in methods that enhance credibility, particularly through media interviews, is a wise choice. The effectiveness persists, whether these interviews are paid or not.
Below are a few more articles that may look Real and Organic. But even those are Fake and Paid. An Article in this publication does not even cost $100. Those are damn affordable and can be bought directly from PR Freelancers from Fiverr.com. For Example, Fox Interview for $20, Yahoo News through PR Services $350, etc.
https://albamanews.com/how-a-partnership-between-vobara-and-rick-ross-resulted-in-trend-setting-jewelry/
https://flaunt.com/content/vobara
https://billionsuccess.com/alex-arabov/
https://africa.businessinsider.com/local/lifestyle/jewelry-is-tethered-to-the-hip-hop-culture-vobara/z4xsh5z
https://www.gulftoday.ae/business/2021/10/15/vobara-brings-personality-to-its-custom-jewelry
https://londonjournalnews.com/vobaras-apple-watch-pendant-case-lends-a-whole-new-vibe/
https://atlantanewsworld.com/vobara-on-creating-a-unique-experience-for-each-and-every-client/
https://headtopics.com/ng/building-a-personal-connection-with-all-clients-is-the-secret-to-vobara-s-success-21155153
https://foxinterviewer.com/business/our-customers-are-our-1-priority-say-the-experts-at-vobara/
https://www.netnewsledger.com/2021/09/02/how-quincy-king-combs-ended-up-at-vobara/
SHARING SPOT WITH ANOTHER BRAND:
VOBARA, Alex Arabov’s brand, is featured in the following two publications, sharing the paid spot with another brand. Typically, such arrangements are made when brands may find it challenging to bear the full cost of the article. However, in the case of Alex Arabov, there is a suspicion that his PR team is strategically placing him in shared articles not only to manage costs but also to keep him consistently in the news cycle and potentially expedite the verification process. The purpose of these articles is merely to have “Brand Name in Article Title ” + “Publish in Top Tier Publications“.
Sharing Spot with another Brand Lulu
https://www.ibtimes.co.uk/vobara-lulus-holistics-how-social-media-boosts-brand-awareness-1694299
Sharing Spot with Every day Success Team
https://www.somersetlive.co.uk/special-features/building-brand-vobara-everyday-success-6349610
ENTREPRENEUR.COM PAID CONTENT
We also discovered an article by Alex Arabov published on Entrepreneur.com, a highly esteemed publication that demands a certain level of credibility. How did Alex Arabov secure a spot on Entrepreneur.com? The answer lies in Entrepreneur.com’s Brand Content Program, where individuals can contribute their content for a fee. The approximate pricing for Entrepreneur India stands at $1500, while the Asia version is priced at $2000. In this case, Alex Arabov opted to invest in paid articles to feature himself and his brand, VOBARA, on Entrepreneur.com. It underscores the value of such investments when building a top-notch brand.
https://www.entrepreneur.com/article/412458
ALEX ARABOV ON FORBES.HOW?
Securing a mention in a Forbes article can be accomplished with a budget ranging from $999 to $1499, a service often provided by numerous Forbes contributors. Alex’s inclusion in Josh Wilson’s content serves as an illustrative instance of a paid mention.
We would love to watch Alex Arabov’s brand VOBARA grow, but not by reading his paid articles.
