Social Fans: If You Ask, They Will Come
It may seem like a simple concept, but this is one of the most frequently overlooked methods of getting more fans and followers on your social media channels: ask people. Having a clear call-to-action combined with small incentives is a very successful w
The most common challenge among businesses on social media is building a fanbase or "likes". This seemingly challenging concept actually has a very simple solution: ask them. It seems so elementary, you may think that this could never work. However, it is currently the most effective way to build a fanbase.
The most common challenge among businesses on social media is building a fanbase or "likes". This seemingly challenging concept actually has a very simple solution: ask them. It seems so elementary, you may think that this could never work. However, it is currently the most effective way to build a fanbase.
Add a clear call to action to your website asking visitors to become a fan on Facebook. You won"t gain new fans without new visitors, which is why adding the call to action in locations outside of social media (such as your website, blog, and mobile site) can be very effective in driving users to your Facebook account and converting them to fans. Coupling your call to action with a promotion or giveaway will also increase the likelihood of users hitting that "like" button.
Promotions and giveaways that have a monetary value, such as a dollar amount or percentage discount, are usually highly successful. However, promotions that simply offer "exclusive deals" to Facebook fans can also be effective. Of course, in order to keep the fans, you must post exclusive deals from time to time.
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