Tuesday Truths – “Social Media Hacks”
June 13, 2023
Now to clarify, I’m not talking about “how NOT to get hacked on social media” because a lot of that is happening.
I’m referring to all the emails, Instagram, and FB ads for the most ridiculous things….ways to lose 60 pounds in 7 days, how to get rid of crepy skin, and my latest favorite …. “Home Liposuction!”
There are even “hacks” with strategies to grow my coaching business into a six-figure business in 30 days online!
I may get inundated with this type of information because of my life & health coaching and the online research I do.
Good ole Google Search!
And out of curiosity, I investigate most of these “HACKS” I receive on social media.
To get additional information or an e-book, you must leave your name and email address……….and then you are on another list!
I also found that these so-called experts are on other’s “stages” (meaning they share social media platforms), pushing their own products or agendas.
So where can you go for good information?
Selling on FB and Instagram and collecting emails are BIG BUSSINES.
Don’t even get me started about TikTok.
This……. is an integrated part “of doing business” and marketing on social media.
Even if you go to my website, you are asked to leave an email to get a free handout. For me, this is a way of tracking visits.
And since COVID, many small entrepreneurs have resorted to this type of networking marketing………. on social media.
So where do you know where to start?
First …. know and trust your source. Not all “Social Media Hacks” are bad…..
For example, from Today (show)-Health & Wellness segment, from Armen Adamjan, you can learn Home Hacks to crack an egg, cut an onion and not cry, and much more!
He has 11 million followers, including me!
The other extreme is dental “hacks” seen on Tik Tok as part of at-home DIY beauty rituals.
Please…..Don’t file; remove your stain & tarter from your teeth…………. or use homemade bleach products to whiten your teeth!
This is the fastest way to increase tooth sensitivity.
Leave any of these irreversible procedures to licensed, trained professionals!
I have what I call the “graveyard of the products tried and failed.”
We ARE the most effective way of testing products and diets.
There are as many diets as there are people, and what works for one person may not work for another. And most of them are not SUSTAINABLE to maintain a healthy lifestyle.
Thirty years ago, this “social media content” phase wasn’t even heard of, and now most businesses incorporate social media into their marketing plans.
Now………. small businesses use “creative content” or “HACKs” to engage followers and promote their business to a large audience.
According to Protocol 80.com, inc. (an internet marketing agency)
- Facebook – has 1.7 billion daily users.
- Twitter – 126 million daily users.
- Instagram – 1 billion monthly users.
- Linkedin – 675 million monthly users.
- YouTube – 2 billion monthly users.
So how does someone like me grow organically in this world?
Good question……especially if you’re not a tech geek!
Here are my Five “Cs” of Social Media:
- CONSISTENCY – Showing up and being seen regularly.
- Providing good CONTENT – with my experiences, knowledge, training, and leadership.
- CONNECTIONS – Staying true to myself – to be a valued source and service to my peers.
- Keeping COMMUNICATION with those I serve OPEN with viable, accurate, and trustworthy information.
- Finding a COMMUNITY – to share my website, programs, and blogs with like-minded friends.
Most of ALL, BE REAL and AUTHENTIC
(What you see is what you get!)
So, I have good information on weight loss and adding exercise to your life, flowing into the decade of your life’s journey.
And I can give you advice on GREAT Skincare.
However, I draw the line with the hacks that will “REFORM” your body in 7 days or how to do “Home Liposuction!”
Come on, folks; LET’s GET REAL.
Until next week, Trust “social media hacks” with those you know and trust, trust YOUR truths, and get REAL with AGE-Gility!
Bye for now!