Wednesday, April 25, 2018

Why New Entrepreneurs Need Attraction Marketing

By Christine Clark


Without a marketing plan, chances of a good idea generating a profit are slim. While there are some instances where a business has survived solely by word of mouth, having a plan based on visual presentation is becoming the norm. Smaller operations with a limited budget should consider attraction marketing to establish themselves as an expert.

To believe in something is to understand it. What it does, along with its purpose, and the type of audience that will find a product, service, or idea useful. Maybe there are uses for a different demographic. A good example of this is fashion. For a long time, people wore leg warmers or scarves as protection in cool weather but at least once in the past century, these accessories have been trendy fashion choices in warmer climates.

A person who is knowledgeable about the latest fashion trends not only keeps up with these facts but will use social media to promote new arrivals. Images from leading sources, interviews with designers or manufacturers, as well as articles or videos in a number of mediums. The more relevant content used to back up claims made, the chances are stronger of becoming a respected source.

Taking photos for social media and creating content that is positive are great ways to sell this concept to those who may be curious. Maybe even a streaming video that shows a popular dish being prepared can pique the interest of naysayers. It may also help to learn the art of article marketing or running a blog if one wanted to brand themselves an expert.

The difference here is that visual can help sell the facts. Anyone who walks into a salon with split ends and walks out with hair that looks healthy should want to know what they can do to maintain their look. When a beauty operator states simple steps in plain language, it can enhance the visual value of images posted.

However, consistency is the key to maintaining an audience. Sometimes business owners may integrate a personal part of their lives into business matters but this should be done with caution. Someone who sells scrapbook patterns may be inclined to talk about their family but this should not be the focus when speaking to audiences. If blogging is part of the marketing plan, do not start off talking about matters not related to the brand.

Where the competition may be more focused on sales, attraction entails being more of an expert who is willing to go the extra mile. Researching, engaging in regular dialogue, and watching others will make better presentations and less likely to rehash content for the sake of keeping up appearances. Even if a person does not care to write long blog posts or articles often, they could create images with a small blurb underneath.

A good marketing program should bring in others who may want to form an alliance or other business partnership. This may be in the form of a paid influencer or affiliate, either directly through the supplier or a marketing agency. Once a strong following has been built, there are many opportunities that can help raise the profile of a brand.




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