social media marketing strategy
DESCRIPTION
Don’t think for a minute that you can simply create a Facebook page and then you’re done. In fact it would be counter-productive if people try to reach out to you through your social media accounts, only to find that it’s not been updated in months and that no-one’s around to reply to their message. Ongoing management is essential, and although there is a moderate amount of time involved, it’s well worth the effort and there’s nothing to stop you from outsourcing aspects of the work. Check out my social media marketing workshop and discover the tips we've used to build up our social following and while you're at it, follow online: http://www.facebook.com/SEOmastermind https://plus.google.com/u/0/104382441897627761104/posts http://twitter.com/davidjenynsTRANSCRIPT
Social Media CrusherBecome a market leader.
While SEO proves to be crucial to driving traffic to websites,
social media plays an importantrole in boosting SEO.
BECOME A MARKET LEADER
How to be on
the cutting
edge:
Distribute content.A market leader consumes what’s new, makes the call as to what’s coming down the pipe, anduses the social media to get the message out.
Engage with clients.Get in there and meet the clients where they are.
Be transparent & real.Be an open book. Let the results speakfor themselves.
What’s the secret?Here are some key steps to consider to
position yourself as a market leader:
Tell your storyProspects and clients are always going to want to know
how you got to where you are.
Conduct interviewsIt creates that Halo Effect of “he’s-talking-with-the-experts-
therefore-he-must-be-an-expert-too.”
Pick a sideIt’s always good to take a hard line on something and
stand on principle. Make bold statements. Engage in public debates.
Run eventsGet your name out there by running public events like speaking tours
and presentations. Establish your expertise by helping others.
Document resultsDoing so will provide you evidence for your business’s authority
in the industry. To further your credibility, gather testimonials from clients.
Create your own languageSpeaking in your own language will help you, your products, and
services stand out in the industry.
Get content syndicatedYou might end up in publications and your work, be steadily
cited -- just perfect for earning that expert status.
WATCH YOU
Google ReaderWhat are the biggest blogs in your industry?
Get the XML feed & use an app that will collate all those blogs into one place.
Google AlertsSet your big keywords in Google Alerts to
get notifications. As it happens, you can react to all the information
being sent to you.
How to stay updated:By tailoring the news you’re consuming.
WEB 2.0: THE WAY I SEE IT
Social Media is not for everyone.It requires an ongoing communication
Meet the clients where they are.Don’t expect them to seek you out and flock to your website. Engage them with valuable content and establish a rapport.
Show that you care.Thoughtfully respond to comments and address questions and concerns your prospects and clients might have.
Engage with clients.Twitter is perfect for quick & easy communication.
Keep them informed.Provide updates (ex. upcomingworkshops, seminars, and so on).
Share industry news.Stay on top of the game.
Don’t follow everyone.Follow people you want to keep in touch and up-to-date with.
Bond with your clients. Connect with them on a personal level. Let them see your lifestyle.
Why do people use Facebook?To engage, not to get pitched offers. So don’t spam their feeds with any.
Run competitions.Get people involved.
This will get you a wider reach.
< A diagram sample of what ensues when a prospect engages with a business Facebook page.
THE FUTURE
SocialnomicsPeople deal with what’s relevant.
Facebook “Like” ButtonThe amount of a page’s Likes now affects the search engine results.
Google+Stay on top of the game.
How it’s affecting SEOFollow people you want to keep in touch and up-to-date with.
ACTION PLAN
Start expert positioning.
Start watching your market.
Register yourFacebook & Twitter accounts.
Engage with yourclients.
Keen to learn more about the perks of Social Media?
Visit:www.melbourneSEOservices.com