Free Workshop - The Shift Change in 2013 - Grow Your Business in 2013: Social Media Marketing Made Simple$12 Donation at door for breakfast In 2013 consumers will become marketers. With online product reviews, social media and viral video, consumers are more empowered than ever to share their opinions — good or bad — about the products and services they use. 2013 is being hailed in the world of branding and advertising as the year of the consumer. Big brands and small businesses alike will have to stay on their toes to make sure that the products and services they’re offering are quality. If not, online consumer backlash will have a detrimental effect on the bottom line. Keeping in touch is the most important element to building relationships that sustain and grow a business. The Internet has evolved into an amazing, low-cost, “right now” tool to communicate with your customers, clients, and prospects. But it is not just about websites and emails anymore. Social media has changed the playing field for reaching the masses, as well as giving them a way to respond.Today’s businesses need to be aware of all the avenues people are using to make buying decisions, and when it comes to social media, there are plenty of options. The most popular social media sites are Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn, and users have different expectations from each one.In this seminar, you will learn social media best practices and what it takes to quickly implement them. You will take away knowledge of how to:Create a social media marketing plan that fits your scheduleUnderstanding the shift change coming in 2013Engagement vs numbersMassive Reach Measure the return on your activitiesLeverage the strengths of each social media siteContribute to each community in a meaningful wayGain exposure for your businessAttract new businessCome learn how to build strong relationships that will lead to more business and growth through the social media marketing. A printed ticket is required to enter this event. Workshop/Breakfast - Grow Your Business in 2013: Social Media Marketing Made Simple 0.00