Marketing Tip # 14 - Make Word of Mouth Part of Your Marketing Strategy
Marketing Tip # 14 - Make Word of Mouth Part of Your Marketing Strategy
April 21, 2010 10:19
A recommendation from someone familiar and trust-worthy is the easiest way to secure a sale. Here are four word-of-mouth marketing strategies you can use:
1. Leverage existing social networks. Online communities have a tightly united group of users who can help to increase brand awareness for your product.
2. Identify influencers. Look for individuals who are trend-setters or authorities on a specific topic.
3. Target these influencers and build a relationship with them and market through their existing sphere of social influence.
4. Industry marketing. Focus on the people who can build your brand. Make your mark within a niche community to build relationships.