Did you know that you can monetize social media?đ°
Well, you can.
Even if youâre not a celebrity with millions of followers.
Monetizing social media is about creating impactful content â anything from bonsai-growing tips, comic relief for stressed parents, to... monetizing social media (see what we did there?).
Weâre going to show you some of the easiest ways to monetize social media. But before that, grab our latest social media resource tool to help you elevate today.
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What Is Social Media Monetization?
Social media monetization is a social media marketing strategy where you generate income from your audience on your social channels.
This can be based on digital (online) products you promote (your own or that of others, aka affiliate marketing), and/or exclusive content you offer (such as online courses).
Your social media monetization strategy will depend on which platforms you use and the capabilities of that social platform and your knowledge, understanding of, and connection with your audience.
If you know what they want, know their pain points and struggles, and tailor your content marketing accordingly, you can contribute value to others and make money as a social media influencer.
Why Should I Monetize My Social Media?
Well...WHY NOT?!
It's a great way to connect with your consumers and build long-lasting relationships withÂ
All you need to do is capture their attention with something they want and raise awareness.
What Are Some Ways To Generate Cash Flowing Opportunities Now?!
We got exactly what you need right here - below is a quick reference list of effective avenues of approach towards social media monetization:
- Affiliate MarketingÂ
- Paid Influencer Marketing
- Sponsored Posts & Videos
- Host Events
- Answer FAQs
- Leverage Testimonials
- Use Polls
- Online Courses
Here's 5 Ways To Apply These Opportunities:
Affiliate Marketing - Earn a commission every time someone uses your affiliate link or code to purchase what youâre promoting.Â
Choose affiliate partners relevant to your chosen niche, then choose their products and/or services that best match your audienceâs needs.
Paid Influencer Marketing - Think being a social media influencer too hard?
It's not.Â
It's actually super flexible and comes with various opportunities to connect with the world in limitless ways!
If youâre posting on social media channels, why not be paid for the effort?
Programs like the creator fund on YouTube compensate content creators for the number of views on their content.
When you have a solid social network (engagement rate matters more than a huge crowd), you can also let brands reach out to you, or actively reach out for relevant partnerships.
Compensation will typically be payment per promotional post or free product, or commission on sales made via your posts.
This type of social media monetization is possible in every niche.
Sponsored Posts & Videos - This is when a brand pays you to make posts promoting their products and/or services.
The catch?
The sponsor will typically determine the structure of the post, but you decide whether or not you publish it, so make sure you both agree before doing anything.
When that goes well, consider doing a sponsored video series using the Instagram story feature and make even more money based on the number of impressions on your content.
Leverage Testimonials - Using testimonials is one of the most powerful ways to monetize online because they serve as social proof that youâve truly delivered on your offer to other people.
Most customers look for reviews and testimonials before buying into offers, making this a key part of every successful online influencer's journey.
Get into the habit of asking your customers for testimonials or reviews after theyâve purchased from you.
Share these on your social media with images, video content, screenshots, etc. You could offer a small discount or a coupon as an incentive.
Use Polls - Using polls helps you get the information youâre looking for.
If youâre wondering about certain features, colors, or styles of your product before you launch, ask your target audience what they think and what they want.
This eliminates guessing and decreases your risk in the time and money you spend developing another offer.
Keep the questions relevant, simple, and clear.
Make it easy for the customers to choose answers so that as many as possible participate.
Customers like to feel they have a say in what youâre creating for them
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