April 2012
How to Measure Social Media Marketing Success
By Bob DeStefano

A majority of U.S. industrial companies are having trouble measuring social media marketing ROI.  I can understand their frustration.  

 

Too many companies measure social media marketing success by only counting esoteric measures such as "Likes" and "Followers." Unfortunately, these measures don't go far enough to demonstrate ROI and, according to research, over 80% of people that "Like" a Facebook business page never return to it again.

 

Learn how to measure social media marketing success by focusing on Reach, Engagement and Conversion.  

 

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Your Questions...Answered!
 
Q:   How can I make sure my social media marketing campaign is successful?
 
A:   The secret to success in social media marketing is to become a 'content marketer.' You need to stop thinking you are only in the business of selling products and services. You are also in the business of knowledge. You need to market your specialized knowledge to demonstrate to prospects and customers that you are the expert in your field.   
 
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