3 Fast Ways to Grow Your Small Business Social Media Following

It is undeniable the impact that social media has had on our global society. From news distribution to well, just about everything else, it is hard to not see how it affects us all. That everything else includes the way that people shop or search for services. As a small business owner it is vital to utilize this online tool to connect with and grow your potential customer base. While there are paid advertising opportunities, utilizing social media can be completely free. Making it a zero risk investment, aside from the time necessary to set up and manage it. If you’re just getting started, or looking for ways to optimize social media for your company, check out these tips from the small business web marketing experts at MORBiZ.
SEO for Social Media Profiles
One of the great things about social media profiles is that they can show up in search results on Google and other engines. This means when people search for your business, profiles can take up more real estate on the search results page. However, to get those types of results, you’ll need to search engine optimize your profiles. This will boost the chances of your profiles showing up, even if the searcher isn’t using your business name.
To optimize your profiles make sure that you use your proper business name across every profile and keep contact information consistent. Then take advantage of any space where you can add additional information. Fill out the about us, more info and location settings. In the about section, use keywords that represent your business, including products and services you offer.
Understand Your Audience & Post Times
Most social media platforms offer a variety of analytics to help you improve your social media experience. For example, on Facebook, you can see who your primary audience is in terms of age, gender and location. This can help you best understand who is attracted to your business and then generate content that caters to them. Additionally, using scheduling via Facebook’s Creator Studio, you will find suggested posts times, which is when Facebook recognizes as the most active times for your audience. By posting at these times, you’ll likely receive the highest levels of engagement.
Be Active on Social Media
Speaking of posting, it is important to be active on your channels to maintain a connection with your past, current and future customers. Social media isn’t just about adding new content to your page via text, photo and video (though you should be doing so regularly), it’s a way to communicate directly with your followers. Be sure to respond to messages and comments so people see that you’re actively engaged.
Social media is a two way form of communication that allows you to connect with those who have an interest in your business. If you want to take full advantage of Facebook for your business, connect with MORBiZ,the experts in small business Internet marketing. As part of our full service web presence packages we will set up and manage your Facebook page, adding to your digital footprint. To learn more about how we grow businesses online and off, please call 855-266-7249 or use this contact form to connect with us! We look forward to speaking with you about our Internet advertising opportunities.









