10 Must Do's for Social Media Engagement

The beauty of social media is the opportunity to have conversations at a larger scale. Traditional marketing media like TV, Radio and Print worked for a lot of years, but thanks to the Internet, you no longer have to focus on one-way communication. In fact, if you treat social media like broadcast, you’re not likely to have much luck. The really successful Facebookers, Instagrammers and Tweeters give Engagement as much priority as Awareness. They’re not just talking at you, they invite you to talk back. But how do you do that efficiently and effectively? There’s a lot of testing involved to see what your audience responds to, but if you follow a few key best practices, you’ll set yourself up for relationship building results. Yes, relationship building is the reason for engaging (as well as the extra reach most social channels will reward you with, of course).

Mixing Your Social Media

Is it just me or does there seem to be a new social network every week? These platforms come in and out of style, so how do you know which ones are worth the investment? As we’ve talked about, social media takes time – it’s a marathon – so you want to choose wisely before you hop on board with every new option. First of all, you won’t have time to make art if you try to be active across all social media. Plus, you’re more likely to drop off and leave behind an inactive account that leads some to question whether or not you’re still an artist. The good news is that you shouldn’t try to be everywhere. Pick a few social channels that benefit you and stay strong in your activity. If you’re wondering how to choose, I’m here to help you!

Social Media Planning to Save Time

As I've said before, Social Media is a marathon, not a sprint. It takes time, but it doesn't have to be a time suck. All you need is a routine to make your planning streamlined and your posting more efficient. There's no one-size-fits-all solution, but here's how I handle my social marketing to give you inspiration for your own process. You can also follow me to see my posting in action. If you have an approach that's different, I'd love to hear what works for you.