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Social Media Advertising: A Little Spend Goes a Long Way

It’s no secret that social media is the go-to platform for people to engage, share, learn and discover new ideas and content.

In an ever-evolving landscape of social media, simply having an organic social media presence is no longer enough. However, by adding budget to your strategy, you can guarantee your content will get in front of the people you want it to reach.

Even a modest amount can yield significant results when strategically used. In this blog we will be uncovering all the ways your spend can make a big impact, even with the smallest budget.

What is social media advertising?

Unlike organic social media posts that will appear to your audience through natural sharing, paid advertising is targeted to an audience based on specific demographics, interests, and behaviours. The number of people who see your social media ads is referred to as your ‘paid reach’, while ‘organic reach’ refers to the number of unique users that see your content without paid promotions, this includes followers, shares and algorithms.

Paid social media advertising is an indispensable component of any modern marketing strategy. A maximum of 5% of your followers will see your posts organically so supplementing your regular content with a paid strategy ensure your messages aren’t falling into the social media abyss.

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Which platforms are most important?

When it comes to paid advertising, certain social media platforms stand out due to their user base, targeting options and advertising formats. These key platforms cover Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, Pinterest and TikTok. Each platform offers unique advantages for paid advertising, making them suitable for different types of campaigns and business goals. At Cool Blue, we would always recommend a multi-platform approach for the best results, allowing you to tap into diverse audiences and leverage various ad formats.

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Implement targeted advertising

Why shout into the void when you can whisper into the right ears? Targeted advertising is essential for achieving an effective social media strategy. It involves directing your marketing efforts toward a specific audience that will be interested in your products or services.

Targeted ads reach users who are more likely to engage with your content and convert them into leads or customers. This method reduces waste and increases a return on investment for your social media campaigns.

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Drive website traffic

Catch the attention and seal the deal. Paid advertising is a great tool for your online presence, carrying eager clicks and curious eyes straight to your website. With the right blend of compelling visuals, persuasive copy, and strategic targeting, you can grab the attention of your users, enticing them to take that next step. You can also track and analyse your results through the use of UTM parameters. This tracking method allows you to identify the specific source, medium and campaign associated with each traffic source, meaning you can run multiple website campaigns at the same time, and track where each visitor is clicking through from.

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Enhanced visibility and reach

By investing in targeted campaigns across various channels, your brand can exponentially grow its online presence and connect with a broader audience. Whether it’s through search engine ads, social media promotions, or display advertising, paid campaigns enable you to bypass the noise and engage directly with users that are most likely to be interested in your products and services.

Paid advertising can effectively boost your brand’s online presence, drive traffic to its website and achieve measurable results with long term gain. Whether you’re looking to enhance visibility, increase conversions or reach a specific audience, we can help you with this journey.

Don’t hesitate, reach out today, we can work together to boost your brand to its utmost potential.