This week, I met with a client for our quarterly social media strategy review—a moment that always excites and challenges me. This particular client places immense value on data, so I eagerly dived into LinkedIn's analytics to gather the intel for the past year, the past quarter, and the past month. As I pulled up the numbers and crunched the stats, the results exceeded even my high expectations. The data painted a picture of profound growth, validating the countless hours we've toiled over her social media strategy.
The results?
Pure joy!
Over the past year, her impressions surged by an astounding 738%. I could hardly believe my eyes, but the numbers don’t lie! The quarterly rise was no less impressive, showing an uptick of 39.6%. Even month-to-month, we saw an 11.1% increase. These are not merely numbers; they’re a testament to 13 months of strategic, laser-focused efforts that began 18 months ago with our partnership. A collaboration built on trust, perseverance, and a shared vision.
Her engagement metrics were equally exhilarating!
Over the past year, engagement skyrocketed by 752.4%! In the last 90 days, it climbed by 28.2%, and in the past 30 days alone, it leaped by 50%. Such increases are more than statistics—they are a measure of deeper connections, meaningful interactions, and resonating messages that hit their mark. Her audience wasn’t just noticing her—they were engaging, responding, connecting, and that’s the real game-changer.
And the crown jewel of our efforts? An SSI score of 70, catapulting her into the top 3% of LinkedIn users in her category. When we first started, her score was under 40. Now, she stands as a thought leader in her industry. This journey has not been a parade of easy wins. It involved a labyrinth of trials and errors, a relentless pursuit of her ideal client avatar. She believed no single description could encapsulate all her potential clients, yet, as we segmented and refined those avatars, she saw her metrics soar.
The transformation we witnessed underscores a pivotal truth: knowing exactly who you serve is the foundation of writing content that truly connects. Understanding your ideal client—their desires, their pain points, their struggles—and positioning yourself as the solution transforms mere followers into an engaged community. This clarity galvanizes not just stats but relationships. It’s the first step in building bridges that lead to sustained growth and trust.
Many clients come to me drained by the demands of social media and exhausted by content creation. They see it as a burden, an endless chore. I always suggest a paradigm shift: view your business as a marketing company that sells 'xyz' products or services. When you see your work as a mission to connect with real people and solve their real problems, the chore becomes a calling. It changes everything—from your approach to content creation to your audience’s reception.
If, like me, you hate being sold to, start by being a partner in problem-solving. Add value. Seek opportunities to invite your followers to join you on your journey. Blend your unique leadership style into your branding voice. Consistency in messaging and presence will not go unnoticed. People crave authenticity and solutions. Be that lighthouse, and watch as your engagement metrics reflect the value you genuinely offer. After all, true success in social media isn't measured by numbers alone but by the lives you touch and the problems you solve.
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