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Suddenly, it doesn't matter if a candidate is focused on marketing, or public relations, or politics. The social web requires that politicians cast as wide a net as possible (cross channel and multi-channel communications). To flourish in this environment, Political leaders must integrate a comprehensive strategy for growing and retaining voters. This means putting a marketable candidate in front of the target voters, wherever they may be.

And, as the numbers show, more people (potential voters) are using online social media networks. Candidates like Businesses must therefore develop a better understanding of social media marketing and social network communications in order to succeed now, and in the future.

 

Social Media Planning

Social media marketing and Planning involves using membership spaces to engage and connect to an audience of potential customers in the language and in the places they are accustomed to. Put simply, if prospective customers are using online, social networking communities, then that's where an organization's outbound marketing messages should be. Timing those messages so that it becomes an effective campaign is where Did You inc. can help you reach the most relevant and educated buyers or voters.

 

Consider these useful points when integrating social media into marketing plans:

1. Think carefully about the audience, the message that will be conveyed, and the results expected. Place an expert in charge of social media marketing plans (perhaps someone in PR, or communications, or social media research). Then, plot the strategy before implementation.
2. Create a topical conversation about the brand, then "listen" to the responses. Learn from these posts to develop a clearer understanding of what people are interested in, what is relevant to them, and what motivates them to gravitate towards particular products and services.
3. Engage the audience in an honest discussion about what they need and how the brand fulfills that need. Instead of pushing (incenting customers to buy), try pulling (create a dialogue so they seek out the product). Pull is an effective means of audience-centered, participatory marketing.
4. Provide real-time information and efforts will be rewarded. Tell a relevant story that is happening now. Inform and educate the audience. Encourage them to add commentary to the narrative. Respond in a timely manner. Embrace user generated content and customers will embrace the brand.

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