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The Marketing Psychology Behind Social Media: 5 Theories that Showcase Its Influence

An undeniable powerhouse for us marketers, social media is a platform where businesses, from quaint little bookshops to towering tech giants, can promote and showcase their wares successfully.

But what’s the secret sauce behind those engaging posts and heartwarming campaigns that make you hit “like” or “share”?

Surprisingly, the answer is rooted in psychology!

It’s not merely about throwing content into the digital abyss; it’s about understanding the whims and wonders of human behaviour, peering into what makes us click, comment, and care.
Here are five key marketing psychology theories that play a hidden yet pivotal role in social media marketing success:

10th October 2023

11 Key Ingredients for a Must-Read Company Newsletter: A Best Practice Guide

Email marketing is far from obsolete. In fact, it’s thriving!

A staggering 89% of marketers rely on email as their go-to channel for lead generation, with 59% claiming it’s more than twice as effective as other avenues like pay-per-click and social media ads.

Creating an effective company newsletter isn’t about churning out bland messages; it’s a direct pipeline to your audience, offering a golden chance to engage, educate, entice, and ultimately convert.

18th September 2023

How To Measure Your Social Media Return On Investment (R.O.I.)

Measuring R.O.I. (return on investment) is one of the most common questions I get asked by clients and can often be the most challenging part of social media marketing – a bit like figuring out whether your shiny new gym membership is earning its keep or if it might be better to say “See ya!” and use that money for a Netflix binge-fest instead.

5th June 2023

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What Is A Branded Hashtag & Why Does Your Business Need One?

What exactly is a branded hashtag, you ask? It’s a catchy phrase or tagline unique to your brand, used to promote and identify your brand, campaign, event or product on social media. Think of it like a signature – except instead of signing your name, you’re signing your brand’s identity.

5th April 2023

How to Hire the Right Social Media Consultant for Your Business

Can you imagine baking a cake for the first time without a recipe? It’s hard to imagine how eggs, flour, sugar and butter come together to make our fave spongey delight, never mind what to do with them, in what order and for how long!

7th March 2023

7 Guiding Principles To Elevate Your Social Media Planning

Feeling overwhelmed with keeping up with your social media planning? Let’s unpack that for a second. Firstly, I get it. Maintaining your presence in the ever-changing digital world is a weekly challenge. Coming up with new content ideas, staying current with trends, navigating complex algorithms… it’s a LOT.

7th February 2023

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7 Things To Do Right Now To Improve Your Discoverability On Social Media

Being ‘discoverable’ means making it easy to be found by your ideal client, so your target audience can understand who you are and what you are. It’s top-of-the-funnel stuff: the first step in supporting your customer journey. Here are 7 to help you be more discoverable on social media.

13th November 2022

5 Time-Saving Content Creation Tips For Busy Entrepreneurs

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