In recent years, having an Internet presence for your business meant putting up a website. While still an important feature for promoting your business, a website is no longer enough. Web 2.0, or the social web, is an essential feature of a successful marketing plan to reach your clientele.
Facebook is considered one of the leaders of social media. Its growth has continued to increase and Facebook has become an essential and innovative idea for business marketing.
Facebook is a great way to keep up with friends and family , but you don't necessarily want your clients to see the more personal side of your life. Businesses should take care to present a well defined and controlled image of their products and services. Facebook fan pages are an excellent choice for business.
Business Facebook fan pages have many of the same features as personal pages. You can still share articles, photos, videos, and applications, but all of the fan page content is related to your business. Here are five strategies for making your Fan page a success:
Make your Fan page a resourceConsider the information your customers need. Post articles and links to useful information on your wall and showcase yourself as an expert and your customers will return again and again.
ConnectInteract with customers by making use of Facebook’s tools. Respond to comments. Discuss the benefits of your product line and lead new customers to your website for more. Target your offers without being spammy to increase customer loyalty.
Be humanPictures and personal information put a face on a company. As long as you present an image that enhances your business, personalizing your Fan page is a great way to get followers.
Be presentKeep your profile, articles, photos and video content up-to-date and current. It's not enough to throw up a page and ignore it. Make sure to respond to customers who become fans. Create a group for your business and participate in groups related to your business.
Be InnovativeFacebook moves fast. Don't be afraid to try the latest thing. Explore webinars, and other interactive media as options to improve business relationships.
Creating a Facebook fan page is great first step toward integrating social media into your marketing plan. Don't forget to provide links from your website and/or blog to your Fan page. Connect to your Facebook fan page through other social media to continue to grow your network. In no time your Fan page will be the central hub of your successful online marketing campaign.
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