How to Get More Social Engagement When Reach is Declining.

It’s a place to create incredible awareness and engagement with potential customers. However, as social media algorithms continue to evolve, businesses frequently experience a decline in their content reach, which in turn is affecting their social engagement and ultimately drives down morale of marketers. In this article, I’ll discuss how to get more engagement when your content reach
is in the slumps.

Understanding the Problem

Before we discuss a few solutions to the problem, we need to understand what is causing it. Channel algorithms are designed to show content that users  are most likely to engage with, based on their past behavior. This means that if your content isn’t resonating with your audience, it will not be shown to them (yikes), resulting in a decline in reach and engagement.

Here’s a Hubspot Article all the way back from 2018 that talks about the decline of engagement on Facebook https://blog.hubspot.com/marketing/facebook-organic-reach-declining

Consistency is Key

One of the most important things you can do to improve your social engagement is to be consistent with your content. This means posting on a regular basis, at the same time each day, and creating content that is relevant and engaging to your audience. By being consistent, you will be able to build a loyal following, and your audience will know when to expect new content from you.

Tools to Use:

Hootsuite: A social media management platform that allows you to schedule and publish your social media content in advance.

Later: A visual marketing platform that enables you to plan, publish, and analyze your social media content across multiple platforms.

Know Your Audience

Another key factor in improving social engagement is knowing your audience. This means understanding who they are, what they are interested in, and what kind of content they engage with the most. Once you have this information, you can tailor your content to meet their needs, which will result in more engagement and higher reach.

Tools to Use:

Google Analytics: A web analytics service that provides data on your website and social media audience.

Facebook Insights: A tool that provides information on your Facebook page’s audience, engagement, and content performance.

Use Visual Content

Visual content is much more engaging than text-based content. This is because it is easier to consume and can convey a message much more effectively. Use images, videos, and infographics in your content to make it more visually appealing and engaging to the readers. 

Tools to Use:

Canva: a graphic design tool that enables you to create professional-looking designs for your social media content.

Adobe Spark: a content creation tool that allows you to create stunning graphics, web pages, and videos in minutes.

Ask for Engagement

One simple way to improve your social engagement is to ask for it. (If you don’t ask, the answer is always no)  This means including a call to action in your content, asking your audience to like, comment, and share your posts. By doing this, you are encouraging your audience to engage with your content, which will result in higher reach and engagement.

Tools to Use:

Woobox: a social media management platform that provides tools for creating engaging contests, promotions, and surveys.

Collaborate with Other Brands & Influencers

Collaborating with other brands is a great way to increase your reach and engagement. By working with other brands that have a similar audience to yours, you can tap into their audience and gain more exposure for your brand. This can be done through co-branded content, giveaways, or sponsored posts.

Tools to Use:

BuzzStream: a tool that helps you find and connect with influencers

Use Hashtags

Hashtags are a powerful tool for increasing your reach and engagement on social media. By including relevant hashtags in your content, you can make it easier for users to discover your content and engage with it. Make sure to research and use hashtags that are relevant to your industry and target audience.

Engage with Your Audience

Engaging with your audience is crucial for building a loyal following and increasing your social engagement. Respond to comments and messages, ask for feedback, and show appreciation for your followers. By doing this, you are building a relationship with your audience, which will result in higher engagement and loyalty.

Run Contests and Giveaways

Contests and giveaways are a great way to increase your reach and engagement. By offering prizes and incentives, you can encourage your audience to engage with your content and share it with their followers. Make sure to follow the rules and regulations of the platform you are using for the contest or giveaway.

Monitor Your Metrics

Monitoring your metrics is important for understanding what is working and what is not. Keep track of your reach, engagement, and other metrics to see which types of content are resonating with your audience. Use this information to adjust