Social Media Marketing Tips: 4 Steps To A Successful Social Commerce Strategy 

  Every day, brands are realising that social media is the way to go if they want to expand their reach and sell their products and services where their customers spend most of their time. This means you need a social commerce strategy if you want to succeed in your marketing endeavours.

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Here are some tactics to help you improve your brand’s visibility and increases sales through your social commerce strategy.

Select The Right Social Media Platforms 

One key aspect of doing well on social media is choosing social media channels that suit the products and services you offer. If you sell fashion products, then visual platforms like Instagram and Pinterest will be your best choice. Facebook and Twitter, on the other hand, will be best suited for tech and gadget products. Choose platforms where you know your audience spends the most time.

Set Clear Objectives 

Choosing the right social media channel is one thing but building a social commerce strategy is what defines your success. Start by defining your goals based on the number of conversions or revenue you want to see over a given period.

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When you define your goals, you’re able to track your social media efforts and identify which areas you need to make adjustments to your strategy.

Provide Good Customer Service Experience

Social media has become one of the most preferred channels for people seeking good customer service. This opens up an opportunity to create loyal followers and attract new customers. Focus on providing quality customer service and this will encourage your customers to purchase the products or services you are offering.

Provide Quality Content 

To avoid coming off as overly promotional, you need to engage your audience by sharing relevant and helpful information. They will trust you and stay engaged if they see that you’re not just focused on selling to them but also care about engaging them. Featured Image Source: Open PR

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This article was first published on 12th May 2021

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