5 Simple Ways to Boost Fan Engagement

1. 5 Simple Ways to Boost Fan Engagement on Social Media www.GMBLProductions.com

2. A strong social media presence is a must to attract fans, music developers, other musicians, managers, etc. In short, all the people you might spend days tracking down are on social media. So, if you play it right, you might be able to attract them towards your content. This is why you need to post content that matters, as it is not easy to get fans these days, and they need you to post on your profile to know that you exist. • So, if you finally understand the importance, and are ready to dive into the matter, then we have listed down five simple ways to help you boost your fan engagement on social media. www.GMBLProductions.com

3. Call to Action • This is one of the most basic things you can offer to your fans, but most of us just do not see its importance and skip the step. However, it's time you notice it's importance. So, think about all the major brands on social media, and their advertisement posts. As you must have come across a post stating “Like if you agree” sometimes, this is the only nudge people need to like a page. This simple call to action button, cannot just help you get fans; it can help you get them to do something. This is a great way to boost your post organically, where you do not need to pay the platform. As once someone likes it, chances are it will show up on their friend’s feed as well; and it will just keep on growing. The trick here is to create a compelling post, that your fans will feel is worth sharing or liking. However, there is no reason why you should not remind them that they can like and share the content. As it will make all the difference. www.GMBLProductions.com

4. Ask Questions • When a brand or a celebrity asks a question online, it is hard not to answer. Even when there are thousands of answers before yours, you feel compelled to answer the question in whatever way you feel best. It does not matter how it is answered, but what matters is the question. So, if you ask them something personal, everyone will have a different answer, but you will get the engagement you were looking for. So, if you are a music page, you can ask something like “what is your favorite instrument?” or “what instrument do you wish you could play?” These are the type of questions people tend to answer, no matter how long the line of answers is. They will feel it is necessary to answer. The more people you get to answer your question, the more your post will spread. www.GMBLProductions.com

5. Create Fan – Curated Content • if you are looking for a way to make your fans feels special, you should create fan-curated content. This is a sure way to boost the engagement of fans on your post, and you will win your fans hearts. In addition, your posts will have a much better shot at being liked, shared, and commented on. Here are a few examples of fan-curated content you can use. www.GMBLProductions.com

6. Playlist • start by creating a playlist of your top favorite songs for a particular situation, and add your songs to the mix of songs. Then ask your fans to tell what songs goes best for a particular situation, and post it on various social media groups, and forums. Try to keep it to only music groups, or you might be reported for spamming. Then respond to the fans messages on the groups, and ask them to come leave a comment on your social media page. This way when they come back to your social media post, they will be able to tag friends and ask for their opinions, share the post, like it, or just comment. www.GMBLProductions.com

7. Encourage • ask your fans to create a piece of their own, and sent them to you so you can review them. It can be anything from a short clip, to artwork, photos, etc. Then share them on your profile, or use them to connect with your fans by sharing an encouraging message with them. • These two techniques are a great way to get started, but you need to come up with better techniques as you go along. Think about fun ways to interact with your fans, and think of what they would like. Then create content that you know will help attract your fans, and make them love you even more. www.GMBLProductions.com

8. Visual Aids • It is a well-known fact that visual aids generate more engagement. As people are more drawn towards videos, and images, than any other kind of content. So, if you are looking to create content that is eye catching, you need to add visuals to mix. As hearing and watching at the same time, is much more memorable. This will help you strengthen the connection you have with your fans, as they will feel they were right there with you when it happened. There are a number of free programs you can use online, and even add links to your social media profile on the video. So, no matter where the video ends up, your fans will be able to track you down. www.GMBLProductions.com

9. Be Vulnerable • At the end, all your fans want is a way to get closer to you, and to be a part of your life. So, do not hesitate to share bits and pieces of your day with them, as it is the best way to help them see what you have been up to, and to keep them engaged. No matter how much they love your music, they will need a face and a story to back it all up. So, when you offer them your story, you will be letting them into your life, and they will understand your pieces better than ever. There is no need to go on and share every little detail with them, but showing a part of your life that pushed you towards your talent is a great way to make your place permanent in your fans hearts. • These five simple ways will help you get started, but it will be how you handle with these as time passes by. As you need to constantly work on your growth, and the only way is to ensure that you are keeping your fans engaged. www.GMBLProductions.com