Free webinars on the Best Practices for Social Media Marketing

Online, April 14, 2010 (Newswire.com) - There's a lot of self-proclaimed experts out there touting Social Media as a quick and easy money-making solution for businesses. Many of the optimistic professionals who set up Facebook and Twitter accounts are left dumbfounded, however, when sales don't increase as promised. Nielson reports that 60% of Twitter users quit within the first month.

Unfortunately, obtaining a successful Social Media Marketing (SMM) campaign is much more complicated than simply signing up and tweeting away. Thought when strategically implemented, SMM can become a worthwhile resource for all businesses, especially ones on a tight budget.

Using Social Media to Increase Sales

"People must first realize that Social media is NOT about selling. It's about developing relationships online with your current and potential customers" Jeremy La Duque, a published author on the subject and the CEO of ElementsLocal™ points out, "People are more likely to buy from people they know and trust. By providing useful and valuable information to your social media network, you will be recognized as a trusted source and an expert in your industry. As a result, when someone in your network needs a product or service that you provide, they will come to you first."

La Duque will be instructing a training webinar on social media titled "7 Steps to Socializing Successfully" on April 16, 2010 at 10am PST. The webinar's agenda includes:

- which social media sites are appropriate for your franchise
- how to implement a strategic plan
- how to easily manage it

You can register for the webinar here: http://elementslocal.com/Join/ELEMENTSWebinarSeries2010PR2.php

About ElementsLocal

ElementsLocal™, a division of Elements, Inc., was founded specifically for the unique challenges and opportunities franchise companies face in online franchise marketing. Elements' clients include Jiffy Lube, Sport Clips, Paul Davis Restoration, The Franchise Group, and Always Best Care, among others. For more information on the company, visit their website.

Elements' CEO, Jeremy LaDuque, is available for speaking engagements and article contributions related to innovative Internet marketing strategies and maximizing ROI (Return On Investment). For more information, please contact Jessica Lamore at (805) 547-1160x203 or [email protected].