?? Why Most Brands FAIL on Social Media – Are You Making These Mistakes? ?
Muhammad Tehseen
LinkedIn Growth Strategist | Social Media Manager | Digital Marketing Specialist | Content Creator
Ever wonder why some brands skyrocket on social media while others barely get a like (except from their mom)? ??
The truth is… most brands FAIL. And not because social media is "too hard"—but because they keep making the same avoidable mistakes. ??
Here are the top 5 deadly sins brands commit (and how to fix them):
1?? Talking Only About Themselves ??
?? Mistake: "Our product is the best!" "We are amazing!" "Look at us!" ? Reality: Nobody cares... unless you're solving their problem. ? Fix: Focus on your audience’s needs. Share value, tips, and solutions.
2?? Inconsistent Posting – The Ghost Brand ??
?? Mistake: Posting once in a blue moon and expecting engagement. ? Reality: The algorithm hates inconsistency. ? Fix: Create a content calendar ??? and show up consistently.
3?? Ignoring Engagement – The ‘Post and Pray’ Method ??
?? Mistake: Posting and then disappearing. ? Reality: Social media is about conversations, not just content. ? Fix: Reply to comments, and DMs, and interact with other posts.
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4?? Selling ALL THE TIME – The Digital Salesperson ??
?? Mistake: "Buy now! Limited stock! Last chance!" on EVERY post. ? Reality: People don’t like to be sold to—they like to be helped. ? Fix: Use the 80/20 rule – 80% valuable content, 20% promotion.
5?? No Strategy – Just Posting Randomly ??
?? Mistake: Throwing content at the wall and hoping something sticks. ? Reality: Without a clear goal, you’re just wasting time. ? Fix: Define your audience, content pillars, and objectives.
?? Final Thought: If your brand is guilty of these mistakes, it’s not too late to turn things around! ??
? Engage. Be consistent. Add value. And most importantly… stop being boring. ??
Which of these mistakes have you seen brands make the most? Drop your thoughts below! ????
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