Social Networking – How does it help us?
Social Networking – How does it help us?
Social Networking is becoming very popular online, and if you’re not using it, you are probably leaving cash on the table. Internet Marketing is all about Networking, and using Social Networking sites can make a HUGE difference to your business.
There are lots of Social Networking sites out there and all have their merits. Each one can be used differently, and some are better than others. You probably already use these sites on a daily basis…. do you use Facebook? Twitter? MySpace? Linkedin? I could go on….there are lots to choose from.
How does Social Networking increase website traffic?
Friends Friends Friends!!!
Networking is all about making friends. Friends are what will bring you traffic. As you add friends, their friends see you and before you know it, your network grows. It is all about giving value to them, and offering help and support. One friend at a time, that is all it takes. Start adding friends to your network now, and watch your website traffic go up!!!!
Blogs for MASSIVE Traffic!!!!
If you are serious about Social Networking, you MUST have a Blog! And the best part about Blogs is that you can generate a large following over time. You will also start to see people commenting on your posts, and discussions will start to happen. Blogs help you become a leader, and people will respect what you have to say. Please look into making a Blog if you haven’t done so already. It is also fun interacting with people on your site… Do it now 
ADD YOUR PHOTO!!!
This is very important. I have never accepted a friend request, or followed a Blog if they don’t have a picture of themselves. This is extremely important. Show the world who you are, what you do, what you like etc. This makes people feel at home, and they know who they are talking to. And please please please, don’t have a stupid cartoon as your profile pic. It’s ok if you’re playing around online, but never if you’re using it to build an online business.
Content Content Content!
Writing good content is the true way to increasing traffic on Social Networking sites. Pick a subject you know a lot about, and write an article on it. Then add links back to your promotional website. It is easy to do, just takes a bit of time. Good content will bring readers back to your Blog or other Social Networking sites. Engage your audience! keep your readers coming back. Good content will also get picked up by the search engines which will increase your organic traffic.
I suggest you take a look around and join some of the top Social Networking sites online. I still love Facebook, and I get leads DAILY using Facebook alone. Check out my post on Facebook Marketing HERE
I could go on and on about Social Networking sites, but if you stick to the basics, you will build a huge following. Be honest, friendly, offer advice and show compassion if needed. Be a friend to the people you meet. People do business with friends, so be one!
Feel free to look me up in the top Social Networking sites. I’d love to meet you all there and see what you are up to.
Till next time,
Stay positive
Michael Harrington
P.S. I’d love to hear your thoughts on some of the top Social Networking sites, Please comment below 
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Social Media is so important these days. 50% of my blog traffic come from social media. It’s such a powerful tool that if you’re not in it, you’re missing out big time. Great post here. Keep it up!
Pj Zafra recently posted..Me VS. We
You are 100% correct!
Everyone should be using it.
Thanks for stopping by.
This is spot on Michael! Social Media IS where is AT!!!
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Hi Joel,
You’re 100% correct!!
Thanks for stopping by
In terms of business, social networking sites give the user the ability to find potential customers to their products or services. It is also an effective way to promote your existing products or new products.
Candice Michelle recently posted..mark nason
Hi Candice,
Thanks for commenting
If it would not take much of your time Michael, I would like to ask one question. In your experience, what is the most effective social networking site to drive traffic to your website?
Candice Michelle recently posted..חנוכה
Hi Candice,
Good question. I think it is better to use a lot, than to stick with just one.
I honestly couldn’t say which is best, but if I had to pick one, I would use Tumblr.
Take a look at Onlywire as it will update around 50 with one click, and there is a free option to join.
Doing this consistently will help increase your search engine rankings.
Some people online usually recommend Facebook, Twitter and Linkedin nowadays. And I was surprised to know that Tumblr is also a good social media to use. Thanks for that. I’ll consider including it in my marketing campaigns using these social networking sites.
Candice Michelle recently posted..imi holsters
Social networking really helped me a lot on promoting my site. Due to the popularity of social networks and the number of its users its definitely a great tool to promote.
Julie Hayes recently posted..סוכות
Hi Julie,
Thanks for commenting
I’m still trying to figure out that social networking is a great help. Because I don’t have any social network. Because I can’t conrol myself chatting with non related business and it consume most of my time. But anyways, Thanks for the information.
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