3 Top Benefits of Christian Social Networking
~submitted by guest blogger, Shelley Drasal
Here is a question that every business owner asks themselves when considering using Social Media for business marketing. What is the value to our bottom line?
Social Networking is the use of online sites designed to build and reflect social relations among people and organizations who share connections, interests or activities. Facebook, Twitter, Google+, LinkedIn and other sites are used daily by millions of people to interact and engage with potential clients that they may have never met otherwise.
So, what are the benefits of Christian Social Networking?
- Exposure, Exposure, Exposure - Recent studies have shown an incredible increase in social media usage which translates into tremendous exposure for your christian business. On Facebook alone, there are more than 800 million users, a large portion of them classifying themselves as “Christian” & “Evangelical”. With the correct content, consistency and conversation there is a potential for exposure that may not be gained through traditional networking efforts.
- Relationship Building - Social networking allows for relationship building through ongoing conversations. Building rapport as a trusted business is essential when interacting with your (potential) client base. Since networking is not just about showcasing your products and services, but also about building relationships, social networking is a great way of showcasing your christian values and biblical business ethics.
- Increased Traffic - Social networking is a great source for driving potential clients back to your website where you showcase all of your products and services. By becoming a thought leader, not only in industry knowledge but also in christian business values, you will experience increased traffic to your website resulting in increased business leads.
Is your company already set up on Facebook, Twitter, Google+, LinkedIn? If so, start to increase your exposure by linking to us. We will reciprocate...
If your company (or church, school, ministry, etc) does not have a social presence , stay tuned for Thursday's message!
~Shelley Drasal is the Founder and Administrator in Charge behind the scenes of Your Faithful Assistant. Your Faithful Assistant is an Administrative Consulting Company designed to virtually assist Small Business and Non-Profit organizations with their administrative and clerical needs. www.yourfaithfulassistant.com