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Let’s Get Social!

Everyone’s heard of “social media,” but figuring out exactly what it means and how to use it can be a little tricky—especially as it relates to business. Does having a Facebook page mean you’ve embraced social media? What’s social about Twitter? Do blogs play a part in this, too? And then there’s MySpace, YouTube, Flickr, and a host of other sites. Where (and how) do you jump in?

  Simply put, social media is a broad term that covers a fairly sizable range of websites and online services, but the common denominator for all of these sites and services is the ability to interact with the website and with other visitors of the website.

  The main premise of social media marketing is that a company’s marketing message, if packaged in exceptionally good, outrageous, or unique content, and in the form of video, text, audio, or widgets, can be virally distributed throughout the social web (i.e., the sites mentioned above) to invite people to interact with and to share that message with other people.

  The incredible power of a loyal and enthusiastic community can have a significant influence on your company’s success. For most small businesses, though, developing a strong web presence online is an overwhelming effort. After all, you have a business to run!

  As your marketing partner, Beyond Indigo can assist you with understanding how to make social media work for you, and we offer many options to help build your unique web presence and develop a thriving community around your business. To find out how to get “social” with your clients, contact lisa@beyondindigo.com.

Win a $50 iTunes Giftcard

Does your business have a Facebook or Twitter account? Send us any or all of the following:

1. A link to your Facebook page so we can become a fan

2. A link to your Twitter so we can follow you

3. A note letting us know you’ve become our fan at www.facebook.com/beyondindigofunerals

  Email should be sent to lisa@beyondindigo.com by May 10, 2010. Your name will be entered in a drawing for a free $50 iTunes giftcard!

  Beyond Indigo is creating a page on our site to list all our clients’ Facebook pages and Twitter accounts, which will generate even more followers and fans for your business!

Whether you need to change content, images, or links or report bugs or technical issues with your site, you can quickly and easily request assistance through our Help Desk in the admin area of your website or at www.beyondindigohelp.com.

  Take a moment to look in your admin area or go directly to our Help Desk site. If you haven’t already registered, please do so by creating a unique username and password specifically for the Help Desk. Once you’re registered, you can log in and submit a detailed ticket, and most minor changes are completed within three business days. Please be sure to include an email or phone number so we may contact you with any questions.

Why is it important for your site to be found on the first page of search results on Google? Because Google provides an average of 72% of searches on the Internet and most people don’t look past the first page. All the more reason to make sure you’re at the top of the list with Search Engine Optimization services. Contact Beyond Indigo for more information.

Dawn at Fisher Funeral Chapel! Fisher Funeral Chapel has embraced social media and has a thriving presence on Facebook. Check them out at www.fisherfuneralchapel.com.