Are you participating with your friends, followers and likes on social media?
Okay, I hear the mumbling…”What do I share? Who cares if I am at the car-wash?”
Right. I get that a lot.
Try using these 10 talk worthy topics on social media (1-2 posts per day for 30 days) and I promise your perspective will be different…So will your business.
What to say on social media- 10 talk worthy topics
1. Things you treasure- Think about things that light your fire! It doesn’t matter how big or small , it seems people love these insider warm-fuzzies. So what is it for you? Mine are spiritual and personal growth, yummy foods, and funny things my kids say.
2. Things that inspire you- Where do you go to affirm your greatness? Art? Songs? Favorite author? Mine include the ocean, women who are living their passion and chocolate.
3. Tools you often use- Stop and consider what items are you using throughout your day. Ergonomic chair? Astronaut pen? Vitamixer? Tell people how they bring value into your life/business/family. My top tools- headset for calls, Dr. Bronner’s Magic Soap, ipod touch and pandora.com.
4. Bragging Rights- Share your accomplishments in your business. Did you help a client face her fear of asking for a raise? Tell people! Is your schedule booked with clients for the next 2 months? Brag about it! You get the idea, right?
5. Other peoples’ stuff- What e-newsletter do you always read? What blogs are you subscribed to? What events/products are your peers producing? What website offers great content for your community?
6. You couldn’t stop laughing because… Funny things (not at the expense of others of course!) are wonderful to share. Search on Youtube.com for a funny video or find a photo that cracks you up. Here is a great example:
7. Ask questions- Get curious about your community. What are their thoughts about current affairs? What are they doing this weekend? How do they manage family and work life? What books are on their nightstands or Kindles? What cures a bad day? It doesn’t have to be about your work. Focus on getting to know who you are connected with on your social media profiles.
8. Witty musings- You know those strange and lovely things that happen to us in life? One morning I found a worm in my coffee and shared about it. These moments show your human side and give others a chance to connect on a common trait…being human.
9. Places or products- Where did you get your haircut? What is your favorite “I’m not cooking tonight” restaurant? Did your insurance agent go above and beyond? Did your cell phone company correct an error they made (what that could happen!)? Sharing your interactions with other businesses is a simple and lovely way to build community.
10. Promote your stuff!- Important to note this is #10 of 10 but it is still on the list. Earning a profit from your business is important, so share your goods too! Pull up those old blog posts from last year. Take quotes from your book. Tell people about your next event or you’re open for one more coaching client or your speaking on the local radio station as an expert in your field. Share about the services you offer in a balance with the other 9 items on this list.
The point is to nurture a connection with like-hearted people who will love being with you & your business just because of you! Remember to key into the emotions (human factor) of what you are sharing.
Adeah..thanks for this post! Love the creative things you have listed here…and that video made me smile too….
xo, Tina
Thank you Tina! Yes that video always gets me laughing…mostly because I’ve been stuck on life’s escalator a time or two! -Adeah
Great ideas Adeah! This is definitely getting bookmarked =)
Thanks Ashley! These are great points that can be used time and time again.
This post is exactly what I need right now. I have just started my blog and am overwhelmed with all the ideas in my head. Thanks for the list – it helps organize my thoughts. And yes that video is hilarious. Good find!
Ann Marie- Congratulations on your new website! I read your blog post and can understand your third reason for “coming soon” taking 2 years. Today I had a great conversation with a life-coach about how we just need to be willing to suck! To be vulnerable with action. So, 5 gold stars to you for stepping out into the world via your website. Hope to see more of you!
Thank you Adeah for this wonderful post. You gave me some great ideas…
Csilla! Thanks I hope to see more of your voice online too!
You could probably retitle this post “10 Ways To Prove You’re Human On Twitter”
I really like how personal and quirky a lot of these ideas are :)
Mike, Thanks for sharing your comment. I LOVE what you’ve got going on over at your website. (listening to your song “Lonely” right now). Looking forward to hearing more of your music.
Aw, thanks Adeah! :) I *really* appreciate that. Let me know if there’s anything I can ever do to help you!
Thanks so much Adeah, for all these great tips!! I’ll be checking back in to get fresh ideas :)
Nicola, you are welcome! Love the carrot image on your facebook page :)
It’s always good to start with what the people want to hear, usually the hot topics or the ones that most people are still confused with. That will certainly get a lot of reads. Also keeping it relevant is very important, it’s nice to stray sometimes to keep things fresh but we should stay where we are for the most part.
Tim, Thanks! Your blog has some great tips for home owners.
I’m a mom but not really a mom blogger. But on Facebook I wish I was a mom blogger because anytime I vent about my 13 year old son I get a lot of comments. It is so funny. But I can leave a link to my post, I hear crickets. Humph!
I need to take your advice.
And the video was really funny.
Allie! Yes, it’s that funny thing we all have in common…our human side!
Adeah,
Great points! I love #3 – sharing the tools that you use. There are so many great tools and services available that go under the radar sometimes, that it can be really helpful to hear what other people use regularly and why.
Thanks for a great post!
Corina, I know we go through our days thinking nothing special is happening but many people can gain from sharing simple everyday tools.
Thanks Adeah – really great tips and I will definitely be taking you up on the 30 day challenge!
Kate, looking forward to seeing what you will be sharing over the next 30 days.
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