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Does social media marketing actually bring in customers?

Social media works for local businesses when it is used to show your work and build trust, not to chase likes. Consistent, genuine content keeps you top of mind through a long buying cycle. Whatever you post needs to follow each platform’s community and advertising standards, such as Meta’s.

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Social Media FAQs

Which social media platform should I use?
Use the one where your customers already are and where your work looks good. For most visual local businesses that is Instagram and Facebook; for others it may be TikTok or LinkedIn.
How often should I post?
Consistency beats volume. A few strong posts a week you can sustain is better than daily posting you burn out on.
Does social media actually bring in customers?
Yes, directly and indirectly. It builds the trust and familiarity that make people choose you, and with the right content and a clear next step it drives real bookings.