What's Your Goal?
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Have a plan for each media with specific, measurable and attainable goals.
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Review your progress against the goals, and adjust them as needed.
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Be creative, test new things to achieve your goals!
Create Your Voice
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Develop content that plays to the strength of each social media platform.
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Vary the Length and tone of your message to fit the personality of each media type.
Choose Your Channel
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Start with the Big 3
Facebook: Conversational, story telling with photos
Twitter: Short, news-like blurbs
Instagram: Photos with short explanations
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Master the one that fits your customer best, then move on to others.
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Smaller platforms can expand your reach to more targeted groups. They can be small but mighty - Pinterest, NextDoor, YouTube, LinkedIn.
To Pay or Not to Pay
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Targeted advertising on social media can deliver results with small expense.
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Test some with a coupon or deal that helps you measure the results.
Evaluate, Improve, Repeat
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Social Media is a conversation. Make sure you respond and speak to your followers.
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Follow other local business accounts and business associations to stay current and learn about what's going on in your area.