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9 STRATEGIES FOR LEVERAGING PAID SOCIAL MEDIA

It’s likely that paid social media is a key part of your overall marketing strategy. And why not? Benefits abound.

• You can reach broader audiences that you won’t necessarily be able to connect with organically – all at the right time and in the right place.
• You’ll get great data that could help you discover new audiences and inform your brand strategy.
• You can effectively drive traffic and leads.

But while paid social media can be key to gaining an edge for your brand, it is competitive and requires a skilled team to produce. Here are nine strategies to help you optimize your paid social media campaigns for better ROI.

1. Set specific goals: Define your objectives for each campaign, whether it’s to generate leads, increase brand awareness, or drive sales. This will help you choose the appropriate social media platform, ad format, and targeting options.
2. Know your audience: Understand your target audience’s demographics, interests, and behavior on social media. Create buyer personas and use this information to tailor your ad copy, images, and offers.
3. Choose the right platform: Different social media platforms serve different purposes and attract different audiences. Identify the platform(s) where your target audience spends the most time, then delve into that platform’s targeting options. You’ll want to learn about specific audience segments based on demographics, interests, behaviors, and remarketing lists. You should also learn about your chosen platform’s requirements for ad format, cost per click (CPC), cost per impression (CPM), and minimum budget required.
4. Engineer seamless conversion paths: Drive conversions by designing dedicated landing pages that mirror your ad’s promise. Ensure intuitive navigation, persuasive visuals, and seamless mobile optimization for an unstoppable conversion journey.
5. Test multiple ad formats: Experiment with different types of ad formats, such as image ads, video ads, carousel ads, and collection ads. Test which ad formats deliver the best results for your objectives and audience.
6. Test ad placements: Social media platforms offer different ad placements, such as news feed, stories, messenger, audience network, and instant articles. Test which placements work best for your objectives, audience, and ad format.
7. Track performance and make real-time adjustments: Paid social is not a set-it-and-forget-it activity. You must monitor engagement and make adjustments to budget, bidding, and targeting that align with your goals as your campaign progresses.
8. Consider automation: Use automation tools and rules to optimize your ad delivery, budget, bidding, and creative. These tools can save time, improve efficiency, and deliver better results.
9. Keep up with changes: Social media platforms constantly change their ad policies, algorithms, and features. Keep up with the latest updates and adapt your strategies accordingly.

Don’t waste your marketing budget. Use these proven tips to optimize your paid social media spending. Reach out to let us know how we can help with your next social media campaign.