How Companies are Using Social Networks and the Internet to Generate Sales 2011 - CEO version
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The document discusses how companies leverage social networks and the internet for sales through various marketing strategies such as email marketing, social media, and web development. It outlines the benefits of internet marketing, including better targeting, cost efficiency, and data tracking, while also emphasizing the role of social media in building community and trust. Additionally, it provides guidelines for effective website conversion and the importance of networking in growing business reach and connections.
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How Companies are Using Social Networks and the Internet to Generate Sales 2011 - CEO version
- 1. How Companies are using Social Networks and the Internet For New Sales
- 2. Founder and CEO of Forward Progress, Inc. Train and Coach over 2,000 people a month Trained and Coached over 25,000 in Social Network Skills Over 30 years in Business Coaching, Consulting and Training Call Center, Internet, eMarketing, Event Management, Lead Generation, Web Seminars, eLearning, eSelling Over Two Billion Dollars Sales, over 25 Million Leads, Helped Thousands of People using Internet Based Lead Generation Financial Services, Real Estate, Professional Services, Legal, Accounting, Manufacturing, Telecommunications, Technical, Insurance, Agencies, Auto, Retail, Banking, Educational and Channel Sales….. Dean DeLisle
- 3. - Internet Marketing - Email Marketing - Social Marketing - Web Site Development - Online Display Advertising Overview - Web Site Conversion Landing Page Optimization - Social Network a little more - Internet Marketing Strategy and Planning - Open Discussion
- 4. What is Internet Marketing? Strategies and Tactics Applied on the Internet to Support an Organization’s Overall Online Marketing Objectives Goals May Include: Driving targeted traffic to a Web site and c onverting visitors to customer s at the highest rate Customer retention Establishing brand-awareness
- 5. Internet Marketing Benefits Accurate Campaign Reporting and ROI Tracking = Accountability Allows for Frequent Testing and Quick Updates of New Online Promotions Better Targeting & Segmenting Than Traditional Media Tracks online user behaviors Gathers geographic user information Relatively Inexpensive Way to Generate New Business and Build Brand Awareness Average customer acquisition cost - Search Advertising: $7-$10; Printed Yellow Pages: $15-$25; Direct Mail: $60-$80
- 6. Components of Internet Marketing E-Mail Marketing Search Engine Marketing Affiliate Marketing Website Development Online Display Ad & Rich Media Advertising Search Engine Optimization Search Engine Advertising Social Marketing Online Reputation Management Business Blog Marketing Podcasting VIDEO Social Media Marketing & Optimization
- 7. Promotion of Products and Services via Email Variety of Formats: Text Messages, Graphics-based Ads and Newsletters, Rich Media (Multi-Media ads) Self-Service or Full Service Email Programs Include: List building Creative design Message delivery Campaign results tracking List management Permission-Based Email Marketing
- 8. Permission-Based Email Marketing Precision Targeting Through Email List Segmentation Retargeting Through Analytics Integration Builds, Retains and Strengthens Customer Relationships Builds Brand-awareness Campaign Results Tracking through Website Analytics - Open Rate, Click-through Rate, New Subscribers, Subscribers Opt-out Re-targeting Visitors Who Did Not Buy With Targeted Offers Lower Cost and More Flexible Than Direct Mail
- 9. What is Social Media? Online tools and platforms that people use to share opinions, insights, experiences and perspectives with each other and can be used to build a community around Social Media is built on generated content that can take many forms: text, images, audio and video Popular social mediums include: blogs, message boards, podcasts, vlogs Social network sites include: Youtube, Facebook, Friendster, Linked-In (Business) Social media tools and platforms are websites where you can place and spread your marketing message
- 10. Web Site Development Web Site Types Ecommerce, Promotion Information, Entertainment, Customer Service Web Site Platforms Template-based Off-The-Self Hosted Suites Integrated Suites from Single-Source Provider Open Core Technology Platforms
- 11. Web Site Development Key Factors for Building Successful Web Sites Content and Messaging Usability – Navigation, Site Search and Information Architecture Visual Design User Engagement and Relationship Building Confidence Building Capability Customer Communications and Feedback Web Site Conversion Optimization
- 12. Online Display Ad & Rich Media Advertising Placement of Text Ad Links, Banner Ads, Expandable Banners, Rich Media, Video Ads, Various Targeting Options: Contextual, Behavioral, Geographical Flexible Price Models (CPM, CPA, CPC) Extensive Reach Through Vertical Web Portals, Ad Networks, Ad Exchanges and CPA Networks with Thousands of Web Sites Placement Mechanisms: Direct Buys or Direct Ad Placement Through Ad Networks, Ad Exchanges or CPA Networks Generates Targeted Sales, Leads and/or Builds Brand Awareness
- 13. Online Display Ad & Rich Media Advertising Display Ads
- 14. Factors That Affect Web Site Conversion Message – Landing Page Compatibility Unqualified Traffic – Keywords and Ad Text, Email Message Wrong Keywords – (e.g., keywords that attract bargain hunters while selling upscale merchandise) Incompatible Ad Text – Copy that does not extend the message to the landing page Out-of-Area Visitors – Geographical area of local business not communicated in ad text/email message Brand Confidence Low level of customer confidence in a brand or manufacturer(s) name
- 15. Factors That Affect Web Site Conversion – Cont’d Site Content and Messaging - Unique selling proposition(s) not communicated correctly - Insufficient product and shipping information available to close the sale - Landing pages do not communicate the relevant benefits of products and services and persuade the Call To Action - No up- and cross-sell opportunities - No after-sales support communicated
- 16. Factors That Affect Web Site Conversion – Cont’d Site Structure and Navigation Site design, information architecture and technology (Flash) confuse or disorient the visitor No site search on large sites Lack of alternate navigation (site map, bread crumb trail) Confidence – Trust and Credibility No Security and privacy statement Lack of professional design - cluttered, low contrast, small text, low quality images, inconsistent layout and typography No physical address on the Web site
- 17. Web Site Conversion - Ineffective Landing Page Display Ads
- 18. Web Site Conversion - Ineffective Landing Page Display Ads
- 19. Web Site Conversion – Effective Landing Page Display Ads
- 20. Specialized Landing Page (PPC) Product Title Large “Add to Cart” Product name and major keyword in description
- 21. Web Site Conversions – Web Site Home Page
- 22. Social Networks – So What?
- 23. Social Networks – Where do you Stand? YOU ARE HERE
- 24. The Issue with Social Networks People add connections They make postings They link to content and articles They make updates They even link to their websites THEY DON’T CLOSE ANY BUSINESS!
- 25. Blogs Articles Postings Emails Direct Mail Advertising Current Use of Marketing Communication?
- 26. Interactive People Respond Better Builds Trust Builds Community Viral Activity Sharing Why Online Social Networks?
- 27. Ourselves City\Country Clubs Chambers Industry Clubs Organizations Charities Religious\Health Network Groups Social Networks We Already Know
- 28. Trusted Colleagues Like-minded People hanging out Similar Friends and Associations You have more “Things” in common Similar “Beliefs” Recommended “IN” Social Networks We Already Know
- 29. That Know YOU? That Trust YOU? That have done Business with YOU? That would recommend YOU? Networking at One-to-One How Many Contacts Do You Have That You Cannot See? Dean Sue Pat Mark
- 31. Accelerate professional network Build brand and market Generate leads Re-connect to old customers Find new markets Promote yourself Promote your product or service Gain TRUST and Credibility The list goes on…….. How Can Social Networks Help Your Business?
- 32. Based on time and experience most of us can only reach a limited audience…. How Can Social Networks Help Your Business? Dean Joe Ron Bob Al Evelyn Dan ED Facebook Twitter Del.icio.us Digg Chamber members member member member member member member member BLOG BLOG BLOG BLOG Joe My Space BLOG Dyer Lansing Alan Mary - Highland Customers Calumet City Coaches Sales Monique - LS LinkedIN BLOG BLOG Neighbors
- 33. It’s about the people you can’t see! How Can Social Networks Help Your Business? Dean Joe Ron Bob Al Evelyn Dan ED Facebook Twitter Del.icio.us Digg Chamber members member member member member member member member BLOG BLOG BLOG BLOG Joe My Space BLOG Dyer Lansing Alan Mary - Highland Customers Calumet City Coaches Sales Monique - LS LinkedIN BLOG BLOG Neighbors
- 34. Your Teams Profile = Your eReputation
- 35. Build the Story of WHO YOU ARE and WHAT YOU WILL DO FOR PEOPLE THAT FIND YOU!
- 36. Create Relevancy! Speak to Me! Create your personal tagline Appear focused Put your elevator pitch to work Point out your “RELEVANT” skills Explain your experience Distinguish yourself from the crowd How will you help them?
- 38. RECENT ARTICLES SOCIAL SITES PARTNER SITES Outcome! PERSONAL WEBSITES SOCIAL SITES & BLOGS
- 39. Add Targeted-Trusted Connections People that can connect you to company, employment or deal Think Industry – Size – Competitors – Product – Service Partners, Joint Ventures, Book of Business, Network Direct or Indirect – Ask the Right Questions Networking Language – Ask them if they are on LinkedIn/Facebook
- 40. Linking Our Trusted Connections
- 41. What Information do you already have? Information, Brochures, Sell Sheets, Instruction Sheets LinkedIn – Plaxo – Org Site – Personal Site - Blog Photo’s or Sales Videos, Training Videos, Product Videos YouTube – Org Site – Facebook - Vlogs (Video Blog) Power Point, Training, Sales, Marketing, Service Slideshare – Org Site Articles, Monthly Newsletter, Events, Charities, Memberships EZineArticles – Article99 – FastPitch – Org Site – Blog Then why not leverage what you have to Promote your business? What Does Your Company Already Have?
- 42. Blogging & Discussions - If you can……. Type an email Start a conversation Ask a questions Take advice Give advice Ultimate Tradeshow! Social Conversations
- 46. Building a Plan The fundamental steps!
- 47. Social Media Rapid Launch Plan FORWARD PROGRESS Growing your business beyond the Vision (877) 592-6224 www.ForwardProgress.NET Goals and Objectives Traffic Connections Leads Proposals Sales Confirm Target Define Goals and Objectives Define Inventory Develop Launch Plan Execute RESULTS Trusted Agents Build & Optimize Confirm Destination
- 48. Sales Goals and Objectives Marketing Leads Traffic Registrations Friends Connections Comments Sales Dials Clicks Connections Appointments Proposals Closes
- 49. Sales Goals and Objectives
- 50. Social Media Rapid Launch Plan FORWARD PROGRESS Growing your business beyond the Vision (877) 592-6224 www.ForwardProgress.NET Team Trusted Agents Internal External Partners Joint Venture Confirm Target Define Goals and Objectives Define Inventory Develop Launch Plan Execute RESULTS Trusted Agents Build & Optimize Confirm Destination
- 51. Social Media Rapid Launch Plan FORWARD PROGRESS Growing your business beyond the Vision (877) 592-6224 www.ForwardProgress.NET Target Profile Demographics Psychographics Geographic Clients Trends Referral Sources Confirm Target Define Goals and Objectives Define Inventory Develop Launch Plan Execute RESULTS Trusted Agents Build & Optimize Confirm Destination
- 52. Social Media Rapid Launch Plan FORWARD PROGRESS Growing your business beyond the Vision (877) 592-6224 www.ForwardProgress.NET Resource Inventory Data (eMails) Content Keywords Websites Social Sites Confirm Target Define Goals and Objectives Define Inventory Develop Launch Plan Execute RESULTS Trusted Agents Build & Optimize Confirm Destination
- 53. Resource Inventory Current Prospects\Clients eMails Mobile Phone Other Contacts New 3 rd Party List Sources D&B Info USA Internal Campaigns Joint Venture Partners Current Direct Mail Telemarketing Newsletters Flyers New Social Sites Discussions eVents Blogs Micro-Sites eContests Mobile\Text\Video Current Websites Domain Names Articles Power Points Video Photo Sales Brochures Training Materials New Keywords Blogs Postings DATA CONTENT DELIVERY
- 54. Your Personal Keywords What are you an expert in? How would your ideal prospect find you? What would they “yell” or “Google” to find you? What makes you different? What is your skill set? Exercise: Write 10 things you are an expert in What terms would someone use to find you
- 55. Social Media Rapid Launch Plan FORWARD PROGRESS Growing your business beyond the Vision (877) 592-6224 www.ForwardProgress.NET Social Network Sites Facebook LinkedIn Twitter YouTube Blog Sites Confirm Target Define Goals and Objectives Define Inventory Develop Launch Plan Execute RESULTS Trusted Agents Build & Optimize Confirm Destination
- 56. Social Media Rapid Launch Plan FORWARD PROGRESS Growing your business beyond the Vision (877) 592-6224 www.ForwardProgress.NET Destination Web Site Landing Page Registration Blog Site Telephone Meeting Confirm Target Define Goals and Objectives Define Inventory Develop Launch Plan Execute RESULTS Trusted Agents Build & Optimize Confirm Destination
- 57. Social Media Rapid Launch Plan FORWARD PROGRESS Growing your business beyond the Vision (877) 592-6224 www.ForwardProgress.NET Launch Plan Assemble Review Test Commit Confirm Target Define Goals and Objectives Define Inventory Develop Launch Plan Execute RESULTS Trusted Agents Build & Optimize Confirm Destination
- 58. Social Media Rapid Launch Plan FORWARD PROGRESS Growing your business beyond the Vision (877) 592-6224 www.ForwardProgress.NET COACHING SUPPORT Confirm Target Define Goals and Objectives Define Inventory Develop Launch Plan Execute RESULTS Trusted Agents Build & Optimize Confirm Destination
- 59. Social Media Rapid Launch Plan FORWARD PROGRESS Growing your business beyond the Vision (877) 592-6224 www.ForwardProgress.NET Confirm Target Define Goals and Objectives Define Inventory Develop Launch Plan Execute RESULTS Trusted Agents Build & Optimize Confirm Destination
- 60. Growing Numbers LinkedIn Has Over 100 Million Members Average User has 240 Connections One Degree From Over 35,000 Trusted Connections Two Degrees From Over 3,200,000 Trusted Connections
- 61. Growing Numbers Interesting Facebook Stats More than 500 million active users 50% of all active users log on to Facebook in any given day More than 35 million users update their status each day More than 60 million status updates posted each day More than 3 billion photos uploaded to the site each month More than 5 billion pieces of content (web links, news stories, blog posts, notes, photo albums, etc.) shared each week More than 3.5 million events created each month More than 3 million active Pages on Facebook More than 1.5 million local businesses have active Pages on Facebook More than 20 million people become fans of Pages each day Pages have created more than 5.3 billion fans
- 63. Contact Us [email_address] TWITTER: www. twitter.com/deandelisle FACEBOOK: www. Facebook /deandelisle/ FAN PAGE: www.Facebook/ForwardProgress LINKEDIN: www.linkedin.com/in/deandelisle Call (877) 592-6224 Questions? www.ForwardProgress.NET
Editor's Notes
- #55: Pair up!