Sales rep turned social media manager: expert tactics for success

Behind the Post Published: October 24, 2023
Sales rep turned social media manager: expert tactics for success

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Episode summary

Jordan Tennenbaum, Social Media Manager at Celigo, joins host Olivia Messina to discuss his transition from a 7-year sales career to social media and the framework he used to triple nearly every metric at his organization.

He emphasizes consistently publishing engaging, human-focused content to drive long-term growth. As an expert at crafting standout content, he reveals the power of being a little different and using relatable memes to connect with audiences.

From consistency and employee advocacy to creative social challenges and employer branding initiatives that celebrate his colleagues, Jordan unpacks the pillars of building a powerful, human-centric social presence that people want to be a part of.

He explores the ongoing debate around follower count–are they just vanity metrics or valuable indicators? Jordan provides a nuanced take, emphasizing an engaged following matters for social proof.

Jordan concludes the show by sharing how he built his personal brand, his favorite tools for efficiency as a social media marketer, and his perspective on whether brands should maintain a presence on X as many reevaluate their strategy.

Hot topics:

  • Jordan’s transition from sales to social media
  • The strategy that tripped nearly every social metric at Celigo
  • How to supercharge your LinkedIn following

Meet Jordan

Jordan is the social media manager at Celigo, an enterprise-grade iPaaS platform who has been working in social media for over three years now. He’s experienced in SaaS, B2B, and B2C businesses, has two adopted dogs, and collects rare cactuses. Additionally, he loves to cook, try out new social media-related software, and work on DIY projects around the house.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What strategies are effective for tripling B2B social media engagement and key metrics?

Achieving significant B2B social media growth, like tripling metrics, involves consistently publishing engaging, human-focused content. Key strategies include embracing unique content approaches, leveraging relatable memes to connect with audiences, and fostering strong employee advocacy programs to amplify reach.

How do B2B companies develop a human-centric social media presence that attracts audiences?

Building a powerful, human-centric social presence in B2B requires consistency in content publishing, robust employee advocacy initiatives, engaging creative social challenges, and authentic employer branding that celebrates colleagues and company culture.

What is the importance of employee advocacy in a successful B2B social media strategy?

Employee advocacy is a crucial pillar for B2B social media success, helping to build a powerful and human-centric brand presence. It amplifies reach, enhances social proof, and leverages authentic internal voices to connect more genuinely with target audiences.

Should B2B brands prioritize follower count or engagement metrics on social media?

While follower count can offer some social proof, B2B brands should prioritize an engaged following. An active and interacting audience is a more valuable indicator of impact, relevance, and potential for lead generation than mere vanity metrics.

What framework can supercharge LinkedIn following and engagement for B2B professionals and companies?

Supercharging LinkedIn involves a framework centered on consistent, high-quality, human-focused content. Being a little different, utilizing relatable content, and actively participating in employer branding initiatives are key to fostering an engaged following and building a strong personal and company brand.

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