Customers are becoming wiser and more demanding about which companies they support. Before making a decision, they will do a quick search to browse your website and social media.
Will they find an empty storefront or a rich source of information? Setting up strong profiles that you frequently update with relevant content will increase the authority of your brand and ensure that you make a positive first impression through social media, proving that your company is trustworthy, knowledgeable and accessible.
Social platforms have successfully broken down the barriers between companies and their customers. Now, instead of calling a customer service line, many people turn to Facebook or Twitter to solve problems or find information.
Build your reputation as a responsive and supportive brand by offering support through social channels:
- Create a system to track customer comments, questions and complaints on social media.
- Respond as quickly as possible to questions and concerns.
- Get out of your way to be positive and helpful.
- Listen to criticism and make customers feel heard.
- Know when to resolve public conversations in private messages.