Utilise social media platforms for organic and paid content promotion

Social Media

Promote your content by using social media platforms for both organic posts and paid ads. It’s great for reaching a broad audience and engaging directly with them. But be prepared to spend time on content creation and to pay for ads.

Tools

Name Description Pricing Ease of Use
AdEspresso AdEspresso is a user-friendly tool for creating, managing, and optimi…
Freemium
from $49.99/mo
Easy
AdParlor AdParlor is a sophisticated marketing tool designed to optimize digit…
Paid Only
Moderate
AdRoll AdRoll is a comprehensive platform for running display, social, and e…
Paid Only
from $99.99/mo
Moderate
Agorapulse Agorapulse is a comprehensive social media management tool designed t…
Paid Only
from $99.00/mo
Moderate
Buffer Buffer is a powerful social media management tool designed to streaml…
Paid Only
from $6.00/mo
Moderate
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Objectives

Name Description
Brand Awareness Brand awareness is the marketing objective of increasing a brand's vi…
Engagement Engagement in marketing refers to the interactions between a brand an…
Lead Generation Lead generation is a vital marketing objective that focuses on identi…
Reach Reach is a key marketing objective focused on maximizing the exposure…
Sales The marketing objective 'Sales' focuses on increasing revenue through…
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Demographics

Name Description
Millennials Millennials, or Generation Y, are individuals born between 1981 and 1…
Professionals Professionals are a diverse group typically aged 25 to 55, marked by …
Small Business Owners Small Business Owners are a vital demographic characterized by their …
Students Students are a vibrant and evolving demographic, primarily aged 16-24…
Tech Enthusiasts Tech Enthusiasts are a dynamic demographic known for their passion fo…
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Promotes

Name Description
App The 'App' is a cutting-edge digital platform crafted to enhance user …
Brand Brand represents the unique identity of a business, encompassing its …
Content Content is a fundamental element of contemporary marketing, encompass…
Digital Product A Digital Product refers to an intangible asset distributed in digita…
Event The 'Event' is a strategic platform that enables marketers to connect…
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Sectors

Name Description
Arts and Entertainment The Arts and Entertainment sector is a dynamic industry encompassing …
Communication The Communication sector encompasses a broad array of services and te…
Education The Education sector encompasses institutions such as schools, colleg…
Financial Services The Financial Services sector is a vital part of the global economy, …
Food and Beverage The Food and Beverage sector is a vital part of the global economy, e…
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Strategy

Name Description
Content Marketing Strategies Creating valuable content attracts and engages customers, building tr…
Digital Marketing Strategies Using online channels to reach customers can boost your visibility an…
Influencer Marketing Strategies Partnering with influencers helps you reach their followers, boosting…
Multichannel Marketing Strategies Reaching customers through multiple channels, like social media, emai…
Viral Marketing Strategies Creating shareable content that quickly spreads online can boost bran…

Sub-strategy

Name Description
Content Distribution Strategy Sharing your content through various channels to reach your audience,…
Content Optimization Strategy Enhancing your content to perform better in search results and engage…
Social Media Strategy Creating and sharing content on social media platforms to engage with…
Influencer Event Strategy Hosting events where influencers experience and promote your brand in…
Micro-Influencer Strategy Partnering with micro-influencers, who have smaller but highly engage…
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Technologies

Name Description
Social Media Management

Channel

Name Description
Social Media Social media platforms let you connect with your audience, share cont…

Sub-channel

Name Description
Facebook Market on one of the most popular social media platforms. Great for t…
Instagram a visual-driven platform that's great for sharing photos and videos t…
LinkedIn LinkedIn is the go-to platform for professional networking and market…
Pinterest Pinterest is a visual discovery and bookmarking tool perfect for show…
Snapchat Snapchat is a fun and dynamic social media platform where you can rea…
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Quick Facts

Channel

Social Media

Advertising Type

Social

Difficulty Level

Intermediate

Estimated Cost

Medium

Time to Impact

Short (Weeks)

Tags

B2B
B2C
Paid

Pros

  • Widespread Reach: Social media platforms have millions of users, allowing you to reach a large and diverse audience.
  • Engagement: Social media allows for direct interaction with your audience, fostering engagement and relationship-building.
  • Cost-Effective: Organic content promotion is free, and paid ads can be cost-effective with proper targeting.
  • Targeting Options: Advanced targeting options ensure your content is seen by your desired audience, improving campaign effectiveness.
  • Measurable Results: Analytics tools on social media platforms provide insights into campaign performance, allowing for data-driven decisions.
  • Versatile Content Formats: You can share various types of content like videos, images, and text to keep your audience engaged.
  • Brand Awareness: Consistent posting and engagement can significantly increase brand visibility and recognition.

Cons

  • Time-Consuming: Creating and managing content for multiple social media platforms can be time-intensive.
  • Ad Costs: While potential exists for cost-effectiveness, paid ad costs can add up, particularly in competitive markets.
  • Algorithm Changes: Frequent changes in platform algorithms can affect the visibility of your posts, making it challenging to maintain consistent reach.
  • Content Saturation: With so much content being posted, it can be hard to stand out and capture audience attention.
  • Negative Feedback: Social media is a public space where negative feedback and complaints can be visible to everyone.
  • Dependence on Platforms: Over-reliance on social media platforms can be risky if the platform changes policies or goes out of favor.
  • Privacy Concerns: Gathering data for targeted ads can raise privacy issues among users.