Logan Voss
Social media has seen massive growth during the past decade. Thousands of influencers have discovered the ability to build businesses—and brands—through social media. Others’ success may have inspired you to try to make your own mark on the industry, but getting lost in the sea of hopefuls can be all too easy. You’ve got the talent—now you just need to know how to showcase it. We’ve created a short guide on how you can get your name out there and ensure your content’s visibility on social media.
1. Find Your Niche
First, you should decide what makes you special. You’ll have a difficult time building a loyal audience if your content is inconsistent. Find one thing to focus on and work on perfecting your corner of the market.
2. Strategize
Before launching your brand, make a game plan for your content. You’ll feel less stressed if you prepare some content ahead of time so that you can focus on creating quality material. Creating a schedule or content calendar will help you feel organized and in control.
3. Show Authority
Your followers chose to follow you for a reason—you’re providing something they haven’t seen before. Influencers take on a leadership role when they open themselves up to a following. You know what you’re talking about, so be confident in sharing it.
4. Engage with Your Followers
Many celebrities make large impressions on their fans, but they’re generally inaccessible to their admirers. It’s for this reason that many people flock to social media stars instead. Build a relationship with your fans to make yourself seem relatable and approachable. Reply to comments as often as you can, and make sure your following knows you appreciate their support.
5. Collaborate
One way you can build brand awareness is to collaborate with fellow influencers and relevant brands. You can do this by building a rapport with your community of social media personalities. This is an excellent form of advertisement, since it benefits everyone involved.
6. Stay Ahead of Trends
Keep an eye out for what the next big thing might be and report on it before anyone else does. If you can keep ahead of the trends, you’ll find that people will flock to you first. Build a reputation for trendiness and relevance, and you’ll see results.
7. Stay True to Your Values
The ability to grow and evolve is what will make you stand out. However, you should find a way to do this while retaining your authenticity—you want to be as reliable as you are relevant. Remember what drew people to you in the first place and expand on that. Progress is building upon your brand’s original qualities.
