This document discusses the concept of engagement as it relates to marketing and customer relationships. Engagement is defined as getting customers involved with a brand through their actions and influence of others, rather than just transactions. This moves beyond traditional loyalty to foster a more holistic understanding of customers. The document suggests engagement involves turning prospects into advocates by enhancing brand ideas with surrounding context. It notes engagement recognizes value from both transactions and actions people take to influence others. Effective engagement involves using technologies to get what is needed from others in a community, rather than just traditional institutions.