An online presence in order to export with a digital strategy
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The document discusses developing an online presence for businesses through websites and social media. It emphasizes that having an online presence is crucial for businesses today. It provides tips for setting up an effective website that is optimized for search engines and usability. It also discusses best practices for using major social media platforms like Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter, and Instagram to engage customers, build credibility and drive sales. The key is using these tools consistently and providing valuable, engaging content for your target audience.
An online presence in order to export with a digital strategy
- 2. “If your business is not on the internet, then your business will be out of business.”
- 3. The Transformation of Business DEVELOPING AN ONLINE PRESENCE Global business is impacted by the ‘global mindset’ of customers SMEs can become global without leaving home SMEs can compete effectively with large, international firms Business and trade has changed.
- 4. FIND NEW CUSTOMERS IN OVERSEAS MARKETS www.yourcompanyname.com Benefits of Being Online DEVELOPING AN ONLINE PRESENCE CONDUCT BUSINESS 24 / 7 BUILD BRAND AWARENESS ACCESS NEW MARKETS IN A LOW COST MANNER IMPROVED CUSTOMER RELATIONS
- 5. Assessing Your Potential DEVELOPING AN ONLINE PRESENCE Are you e-business ready? IT RESOURCES MANAGEMENT PERSONNEL CUSTOMERS COMPETITION SUPPLIERS PROFITABILITY Tip: In doing your assessment, keep in mind the many ways you can improve competitiveness in this venture.
- 6. No Website? No Problem DEVELOPING AN ONLINE PRESENCE One no longer needs to know code to set up and manage a website. Nor does one need to spend thousands to have a site developed. There are many options available for small business owners. WEBSITE BUILDERS FREELANCE MARKETPLACES
- 7. Shopify DEVELOPING AN ONLINE PRESENCE Shopify offers online retailers a suite of services including payments, marketing, shipping and customer engagement tools to simplify the process of running an online store for small merchants. Shopify can be used to sell physical or digital products, as well as services
- 8. Amazon DEVELOPING AN ONLINE PRESENCE AMAZON GLOBAL SELLING FULFILLMENT BY AMAZON CUSTOMER SERVICE
- 9. Freelance Marketplaces DEVELOPING AN ONLINE PRESENCE Freelance marketplaces are a meeting place where qualified and skilled freelancers from anywhere in the world can find work and get paid. Freelance marketplaces act as an intermediary providing a safe and convenient way to contract remote experts for one-time projects.
- 10. Developing an Effective Website LOOK AT THE WORLD THROUGH YOUR CUSTOMER’S EYES
- 11. Consider the steps a potential customer may take in choosing to purchase the goods/services your company offers. What information will they need to make the decision? What will help make that decision easier? What will turn the customer off? Adopting a Customer-Centric Approach DEVELOPING AN ONLINE PRESENCE
- 12. Google is the most used website in the world - Google conducts 3.5 billion searches per day More than 50% of Google searches come from mobile phones Only 8.5% of people advance to Page 2 of a Google search Paid ads (at the top or side of a Google search) receive less than 10% of clicks The top 3 organic search results get 60% of clicks Step 1 DEVELOPING AN ONLINE PRESENCE Google is the first place she will look. Will you be found?
- 13. A clearly articulated value proposition from the seller found at the top of the home page A site that is easy-to-use A site that is supported by credibility boosters A site that looks professional Step 2 DEVELOPING AN ONLINE PRESENCE Following a Google search, websites are likely to be reviewed. What do tourists want to know. Will they find what they are looking for? Remember: You only have 7 seconds to impress and explain!
- 14. Adhere to standard web layout conventions Adhere to standard design conventions Use meaningful navigation labels so people can find the information they want easily Ensure that your website is fully responsive ‘Contact Us’ should always be accessible Ensure that there are no broken links Use images, but avoid stock photos where possible Form Over Substance DEVELOPING AN ONLINE PRESENCE Design will be the first consideration in informing if a prospective customer can trust the information you provide and the services you offer.
- 15. Certifications Licenses Awards Testimonials Referrals Photos A blog to demonstrate a high level of subject-knowledge Step 3 DEVELOPING AN ONLINE PRESENCE How do you inspire enough trust to propel a prospective customer into making a purchasing decision?
- 16. Website Tips INTEGRATED INTERACTIVITY PROFESSIONALISM RESPONSIVE CLEAR NAVIGATION INITIAL IMPRESSION LOAD TIME CALL TO ACTION CLUTTER SEARCH ENGINE OPTIMIZATION DEVELOPING AN ONLINE PRESENCE
- 17. Offers wide, international reach Enhances credibility Collects feedback and improves service offerings Enhances customer relations Bolsters sales Why Social Media? DEVELOPING AN ONLINE PRESENCE How do you inspire enough trust to propel a prospective customer into making a purchasing decision?
- 18. WHAT Facebook is a multi-purpose social networking platform. WHY Facebook is used for building relationships with customers and boosting credibility. WHO With over 2.2 billion active users worldwide, everyone should be on Facebook, no matter what industry you’re in (with the exception of strictly B2B companies). HOW Facebook is about building relationships and not hard selling. Share all kinds of online content, as well as events and promotions. Paid ads are a must. Think of FB ads like Google ads. WHEN Run ads and share organic posts 2-3 times a day. TIP Use video content – both Facebook live and recorded. By 2019, 80% of the world’s internet traffic will be video. Facebook DEVELOPING AN ONLINE PRESENCE
- 19. WHAT LinkedIn is a social media networking site for businesses and professionals. WHY LinkedIn is mainly used for professional networking, helping to connect business with other businesses (suppliers, colleagues, like-minds, potential partners). WHO All professionals should be on LinkedIn. There are 550 million users and almost 80% are over the age of 35. HOW Develop a thorough company description and profile page and share industry related information. WHEN Post on LinkedIn once or twice a week, master your profile and keep it up to date. TIP Join industry groups and take part in the conversations. LinkedIn DEVELOPING AN ONLINE PRESENCE
- 20. WHAT Twitter is referred to as a ‘microblogging’ service. Messages (Tweets) are limited to 140 characters. WHY Twitter is used for building relationships and credibility. It’s a good platform to use for customer service and engagement. WHO Twitter is best for companies that are very current and have frequent news to share (think sports business, media professionals, musicians, fashion designers). HOW Share the most current industry/company information (case studies, news, updates, new technologies) as soon as it happens. WHEN Post on Twitter often – multiple times a day. TIP Include a picture in your Tweets and pay attention to peak posting times. Learn to use hashtags correctly (no more than 2 per tweet. Twitter DEVELOPING AN ONLINE PRESENCE
- 21. WHAT Instagram is a video and photo sharing social networking service owned by Facebook, particularly useful for service providers that can market through visual elements (architects, fashion designers, marine biologists, etc.). WHY There are 800 million active users. It is considered the best platform for user engagement. WHO Instagram is a mobile exclusive platform, mainly used by those under 30. HOW Master Instagram Stories and hashtags. WHEN The best posting frequency for Instagram is the posting frequency that you or your business can keep up with consistently. TIP Post quality over quantity. For quick, ‘natural’ content (think events) use Instagram Stories. Add polls to your stories to gather user feedback. Instagra m DEVELOPING AN ONLINE PRESENCE
- 22. Keep your personal and company accounts separate Pay attention to your profile and make full use of the template offered No matter the platform, engagement increases with the use of videos and photos Be interesting! Make users laugh; make them feel good be relevant and timely Use proper spelling and grammar - text talk is never appropriate Social Media Best Practices DEVELOPING AN ONLINE PRESENCE Once you have chosen social media platforms, learn how to use them effectively. Watch for variances and differences in best practices. Be honest - do not be untruthful with users as the truth has a tendency to come out in cyberspace Solve customer service problems but do not engage internet ‘trolls’ Be persistent and consistent - post often Add value, not noise Most of all – be social!