Boosting engagement on social media can feel like a frustrating maze of constantly-changing algorithms, where new networks pop up almost daily and trends shift with the wind. How do you engage your fans and turn them into advocates? This session will cover how the higher ed social media engagement report was created; best practices from top performers; how small changes can lead to big improvements; and a plethora of tips for unlocking more engagement.
35. More images & videos with posts
Don’t hide the content
36. More images & videos with posts
Don’t hide the content
More engagement with students
37. More images & videos with posts
Don’t hide the content
More engagement with students
More humor and authenticity
38. More images & videos with posts
Don’t hide the content
More engagement with students
More humor and authenticity
Content is for them, not us
39. More images & videos with posts
Don’t hide the content
More engagement with students
More humor and authenticity
Content is for them, not us
Take advantage of real world
(or internet) events
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344% 178 vs. 38improvement in
engagement rate per post
engagements per post
50% & 176%
Growth for Texas A&M and IU, respectively
After 3 months of implementing
these changes…
82. Seize the opportunity of an engaged audience
Highlight the seasons
Small changes can lead to big improvements
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83. Seize the opportunity of an engaged audience
Highlight the seasons
Small changes can lead to big improvements
Celebrate community
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84. Seize the opportunity of an engaged audience
Highlight the seasons
Small changes can lead to big improvements
Celebrate community
Be real & laugh a little
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85. Seize the opportunity of an engaged audience
Highlight the seasons
Small changes can lead to big improvements
Celebrate community
Be real & laugh a little
Small school? No problem
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