10 Ways Twitter And LinkedIn Help B2B Brands Build Brand Trust
Zenobia (Zen) Yinger
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Published today on www.zenyinger.com/blog - Zen Yinger CEO - ZenSocial (diversity-woman-owned business)
In today's digital age, it has become increasingly important for B2B brands to build brand trust to establish a strong online brand presence and gain a competitive advantage. Consumers have access to a wealth of information about products and services, and they can easily share their experiences with others online. This means that B2B brands must work harder than ever to establish and maintain trust with their customers, partners, influencers, and communities. A strong brand reputation can lead to increased customer loyalty, positive word-of-mouth recommendations, and higher sales and revenue.
Twitter and LinkedIn can be powerful tools for building brand trust for B2B companies. By leveraging the features of these platforms, brands can establish themselves as thought leaders, showcase their expertise, and demonstrate their commitment to their customers, employees, and communities. The trust capital acquired via these social media platforms helps brands stay relevant and competitive, establishes their social authority, and helps grow their business.
Statistics show social media users are far more likely to engage with brands that they follow and trust. 81% of consumers need to trust a brand to consider buying from it (Edelman). Brand consistency across all social media platforms can increase revenue by up to 23% (HubSpot).
Ten Ways Twitter and LinkedIn Can Help B2B Brands Establish Brand Trust:
1. One effective way to build trust is by sharing customer testimonials. On Twitter and LinkedIn, brands can highlight positive experiences with the brand, providing potential customers with real-world examples of satisfied clients. For instance, IBM regularly shares customer success stories on LinkedIn, demonstrating how their solutions have helped businesses succeed.
2. Another way to build trust is by sharing industry news and insights. By providing valuable information and insights, brands can demonstrate their expertise and position themselves as thought leaders in their field. Salesforce regularly shares industry news and insights on its Twitter page, providing valuable information for its B2B audience.
3. Responding to customer inquiries and complaints on social media can help demonstrate that a brand cares about its customers and is committed to resolving any issues they may have. HubSpot is known for its commitment to customer service, regularly responding to customer inquiries and complaints on its Twitter page.
4. Sharing behind-the-scenes content, such as photos and videos of the brand's team at work, can help humanize the brand and build trust among potential customers. For example, General Electric shares behind-the-scenes content on its Twitter page, showcasing its team's work in developing innovative products.
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5. Participating in industry events, such as conferences and trade shows, can help a brand establish itself as a leader in its field. By sharing updates and insights from these events on social media, brands can build trust among potential customers. Microsoft, for instance, shares updates from industry events on its LinkedIn page, showcasing its leadership in the technology industry.
6. Sharing educational content, such as white papers and e-books, can help demonstrate a brand's expertise and provide value to potential customers. Adobe regularly shares educational content on its Twitter page, providing valuable information for its B2B audience.
7. Collaborating with industry influencers can help a brand reach a wider audience and build trust among potential customers. By partnering with influencers who are respected in their field, brands can demonstrate their expertise and establish themselves as a leader in their industry. IBM partners with industry influencers on its LinkedIn page, sharing their insights and perspectives on the latest trends in technology.
8. Sharing employee stories can help humanize the brand and build trust among potential customers. Cisco regularly shares employee stories on its Twitter page, highlighting the diverse and talented team behind the brand.
9. Providing customer support on social media can help build trust among potential customers, as they see the brand responding to customer inquiries and resolving issues in a timely and effective manner. Zendesk provides customer support on its Twitter page, demonstrating its commitment to customer service.
10. Finally, sharing information about company cultures, such as photos and videos of team outings and company events, can help humanize the brand and build trust among potential customers. Zappos shares information about company culture on its LinkedIn page, showcasing its commitment to creating a positive and supportive work environment.
By consistently using Twitter and LinkedIn effectively, B2B brands can build a strong brand reputation, enhance brand credibility, increase customer loyalty, and ultimately, drive sales and drive revenue.
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1 年Thank you so much, Zen Yinger CEO - ZenSocial (diversity-woman owned business)! I am a bit late but truly thankful :) #SocialCafe
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1 年It's always useful to get the facts of where posting in these channels is working consistently, constructively and strategically. I think that's what hit me from your examples. It's just part of how these successful organisations do business. I was also intrigued by you citing that this was published on your blog also - it made me go look at your blog and see your own examples of collaboration with the likes of Dorie Clark for the Huffington Post. So interesting and useful! You got me thinking what I'll do now ??
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1 年Excellent article Zen Yinger CEO - ZenSocial (diversity-woman owned business) Thanks for sharing your valuable insights!