Struggling to Connect? Here’s How to Make Your Social Media More Personal
Chinwe Obinwanne (CCS)
Growth-driven Communications | Marketing Communications Specialist| Personal Branding Advocate | I Help Brands & Individuals Build Authentic, Impactful Narratives
With so much content flooding social media, people can tell when a brand is just going through the motions. The posts feel robotic, the captions sound generic, and the engagement? Almost nonexistent.
As I usually say, people connect with people, not faceless brands. If your social media isn’t feeling personal, chances are, your audience isn’t engaging with it either.
The Power of Authenticity in Marketing
Authenticity isn’t a buzzword—it’s what makes people trust and remember your brand. When you show up as real, relatable, and human, your audience feels like they’re engaging with a person, not a marketing strategy. And that’s what builds long-term brand loyalty.
How to Humanize Your Brand’s Social Media
? Talk like a person, not a corporation
Ditch the overly polished, corporate-sounding captions. Write the way you’d speak to a friend. Keep it warm, engaging, and conversational.
? Show behind the scenes
People love to see the process, not just the finished product. Share raw moments, team updates, or even everyday work life—it makes your brand feel real.
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? Engage, don’t just broadcast
Instead of just posting and walking away, start conversations. Reply to comments, ask real questions, and acknowledge your audience. Social media should feel like a two-way street, not a loudspeaker.
? Put a face to the brand
Whether it’s the founder, employees, or customers, people trust people. Show the humans behind the brand in videos, reels, or testimonials—it makes your audience feel connected.
Make Every Post Count
The brands that truly stand out are the ones that feel genuine and relatable. The more human your content is, the stronger your audience’s connection will be. So before you hit ‘post,’ ask yourself—does this feel personal? Would I engage with this? If the answer is no, it’s time to tweak your approach.
How do you make your brand’s social media feel more personal? I’d like to hear from you.