Have to admit, like everyone else, managing a social media presence can sometimes feel daunting. I’m always looking for tips to help me manage my time online.  Came across this article from Social Media Examiner, “How to Manage Your Social Media Marketing in 10 Minutes Daily” that I wanted to share. Check it out. Nothing too long or involved, just 3 quick sound bites … with a thought or two of my own below.

1. Take One Platform at a Time. Don’t know about you, but to me I almost feel pressured to do everything on a daily basis. It’s a relief to hear someone basically say slow down and focus; it’s okay to rotate and do one thing a day.
2. Respond to Your Fans. Prioritization is another key. It can be easy to look at a comment and overthink what the response should be. Which means that your response may not be responsive. Positive or negative, have a process in place so that you can be responsive to your customers when they take time out of their busy schedule to connect with you.
3. Reach Out and Help People. In other words, give without wanting anything in return. Maybe you see a Facebook comment that a friend is getting ready to paint their house and isn’t sure where to start. If you know a good painter or have some tips from your last foray, take a minute to share.

If you only have a few minutes a day, focus. Have a plan of action before getting on Facebook or Twitter or wherever you’re at. As the article says “focus on one or two actions per day and leave the rest for tomorrow.” And “let your actions tell the story and your interaction be the message.”

If you like, leave a comment. I’d love to know your thoughts. How do you manage your time with social media marketing?

If you need a little assistance, let’s get together and chat over coffee (tea for me!).