How To: Grow Social Media Followers Organically
As a business owner, you’ve likely set up your Instagram and Facebook pages—but how do you actually grow your followers and engagement? Social media can feel overwhelming, especially with algorithms constantly changing. But don’t worry! Here are 5 simple tips to help your business build a strong social media presence without breaking the bank.
1. Engage with Your Audience 💬
Respond to comments, messages, and stories—simple, but powerful! Engaging with potential customers shows that you care and builds brand loyalty. Plus, interacting with like-minded brands and influencers can increase visibility and attract new followers. Community engagement is free and a great way to grow!
2. Use the Power of Hashtags and keywords 🔍
Hashtags and keywords are key to getting your content discovered. Use relevant and trending hashtags that connect with your audience. Stick to 10-20 hashtags in your first comment to maximize reach. Avoid overusing or using hashtags like ‘cute’ or ‘pretty’ if they’re not relevant to your brand. An effective method is to include 10-20 hashtags in your first comment to see the best results. Adding keywords and hashtags to your posts is simple and free!
Tip: Regularly check similar pages and posts to discover which hashtags are driving engagement.
3. Post Consistently & Create Quality Content 📸
Content is king! Whether it’s videos, reels, or relatable behind-the-scenes moments, keep it fresh, fun and consistent. User-generated content (UGC) and native content often perform best—so mix things up and show off your brand’s personality! Don’t forget: balance is key.
Tip: Avoid hard-selling in posts. Instead, use storytelling to subtly engage your audience and include a link to your website in your bio.
4. Collaborate with Influencers 🤝
Hello brand awareness! Influencers are a great way to reach new audiences. Partner with influencers whose followers align with your brand. Whether it’s product demos, giveaways, or content creation, influencer collaborations bring brand awareness and help grow your social following quickly.
Social media influencers can help demonstrate a product, create content, collaborate on competitions or participate in social take-overs. Working with influencers is an opportunity to present your product or service to thousands of potential followers and cultivate a thriving social media community.
5. Host a Competition 🎉
Everyone loves a good giveaway! Competitions are an excellent way to encourage followers and boost engagement. The prize doesn’t have to be huge—just something desirable to your target audience. Competitions build excitement and can quickly increase your reach and brand loyalty.
Check out Instagram’s blog for examples of successful competitions and for tips on the best ways to run competitions on Instagram.
If you’re ready to take your social media strategy to the next level, I’m here to help! Together, we’ll create engaging, high-quality content and grow your following the right way.
Contact me at hello@naomigcreative.com to learn more about how we can work together!
