Pros and Cons of Using Social Media to Market Your Business
There are a number of pros and cons of using social media to market your business. It can be a necessary evil, but there are nuances, as certain platforms are better suited for different types of businesses. Negatives include people criticizing businesses on social media and the tendency for people to compare themselves, leading to mental health issues.
Giveaways can go wrong and people are hesitant to promote them on their own social media. It is important to remember that social media should be just one part of a larger marketing strategy, and to focus on providing a positive customer experience. Finally, it is suggested to try something different from the competition, as it may take time before they follow suit.
In this episode, Cassie and I answer:
1. What are the pros and cons of using social media for business promotion?
2. How can businesses use giveaways to promote their brand without being seen as spammers?
3. What are the best strategies for businesses to use to market themselves outside of social media?
Stand out, do something different from the rest of brands around you. What are some ways that you have marketed your businesses or yourself using social media as well as outside of social media? What’s worked for you in the past?
Episode Highlights
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There’s a lot of benefits to being on social media. But there’s also some downsides to it, both professionally, personally, mentally, emotionally. There is a platform for every business, but not all platforms are for every business.
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Some social media platforms are primarily for awareness building. It’s more of the notion of just being present, being consistent with your presence. Social media should be part of a bigger strategy, not the end all, be all.
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Don’t market just because your competition is marketing the exact same way. Think of something outside the box. With social media, ultimately, just add value. Have a plan in place and create content that is unique and different to you.
Quotes
“If you’re going to give something away as a company, yeah, it’d be great to put it out on social media, but you should do it in real life, make it seem more obtainable and not a gimmick or what are you in this? What’s in it for you?”
“Experience the power of word-of-mouth marketing and stand out from the competition with creative promotions!”
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