Routing its way from being just an interactive platform to the greatest marketing dais, social media has attained a space where everything about the brand majorly depends on it. Whether it is a simple announcement, an information-sharing or giving an insight of the brand - Social media has become the brand's first and foremost step towards marketing.
But how does Facebook get us new leads, Twitter finds us new users, Instagram promote our brand or Pinterest advertise us? Read on!
Modify Content To Suit The Chosen PlatformIt is immensely important to understand the nature of post before sharing it further on a platform. For instance, if the post is a detailed version of some event or a product/service etc, then it suits Facebook the most. If the post is a simple news-breaking or information sharing, then Twitter seems the most appropriate medium. If the post is image specific, then of course for Instagram or an industry post, then G+ or LinkedIn. Whatever be the medium, the focus should remain to tap in maximum followers by suiting their expectations on the concerned platform.
Make Use Of Multiple Channels For Lead GenerationIf all the social media channels are utilized to the best, then half of the brand's marketing effort is accomplished. Many channels let the user sign up to the brand through their platforms itself. That may be in the form of advertisements, lead generation cards (for Twitter) or banners, but if these options are incorporated strategically and smartly, then it ends up gaining lot of user registrations and their engagement, without much effort by the brand.
Embed An Awesome Landing PageYou may have enticed the user by a great post with a fabulous creative supporting it, but if the page where the user ends up is not attractive enough, you might lose out on your potential click-conversion. Thus, it becomes extremely essential to build an effective landing page with limited navigation space, quick details supported by a relevant image, text wrapped in pointer style and more, that justifies the user's action to call.
Keep A Track Of The Goal ConversionsIt is extremely essential to set up and monitor a goal conversion path for every channel you choose. Right from recording the results of exercised social media campaigns to measuring the gap between acquired and desired results, it helps the brand to learn about the loopholes in their process and further give the brand an opportunity to rectify them.
So, next time you plan to use your social media handle for your work, keep all these points in mind and get ready to make your mark for the brand!