Branding Yourself on Social Media (example)

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I have a friend, Noel Field, who has branded himself on Instagram quite nicely without any knowledge of SEO or any concern or desire to monetize his site. Imagine that. When I type his Instagram user name "TheMaineHiker" into a Google search this is what I get...


He is the top and 3rd listing. What does this show me? It shows me that branding on social media works. Imagine if he had a link to his website (when he has one); imagine if he had a think to his website on each of his posts and promoted his favorite hiking boots and accessories. It also shows me the importance of branding yourself because most people will not type in "themainehiker" unless they heard about this guy in Maine hiking all over the place and sharing pictures of his journeys. But because news is getting around on social media about his adventures he is developing a following. When I type the simple phrase, "maine hiking" into the search box this is what I got...


So what does this show me? Well it shows me Noel needs a website with proper SEO for starters. :0) But it shows me that I need to pay attention to keyword use and SEO set up. Just like Jay, Carson, and Kyle have repeatedly said.

It also reminds me what a beautiful state we have and that I do not want to waste time going in circles online so that I can spend that time out on the trails.

That is all today.

I welcome your insights and comments.
I invite you to follow Noel on Instagram.
I encourage you to keep pressing forward.

FMI (for more info) here is a webinar Jay did recently >>
https://my.wealthyaffiliate.co...

7 Unconventional Ways to Amplify Your Brand in 2018 (90min)


Happy trails,

Carl

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I have an Instagram account and will try to google it

Great!

Yes, social media is better than google
Do not neglect it

Will not neglect. Can't do that!

A brand is something we should all be working on. I have been giving a lot of thought into brand lately. I need to take things one thing at a time, though and gradually work that into my other efforts.

It would be too easy to set aside the website until the brand is out there. That wouldn't serve wither venture well. Working on them together at the right time is what I believe I should be doing.

Have you talked to your friend about expanding on is brand by starting a website to promote all things related to his hiking and photography?

I have not talked to him yet no.
Were you in this class Jay did?

Yes, I was. It was a good class. I enjoyed it!

Branding is really important but not always easy. Social media is the best place to create the brand that is you.
With Grace and Gratitude
Karen

Thank you Karen - I agree

Hi Carl, well your friend is very talented. I bet his photo taking is not on his smart phone.
Jae

Not sure -- I will have to ask.
Did you go check out his Instagram?

I tried on Facebook but couldn't get the right fellow. I liked the photos that shows on your blog, but will check out Instagram but so far I haven't joined that platform.

Thank you for the link Carl, will definatly check it out when I get home from work. I've spent a little too long on here so must make a start on the day.
Cheers Jae

You're welcome

Thank you for sharing this. It opened a window while reading.

A window of opportunity?
Or a window on your computer?

a window in my head...., I have to look at these social medias a little bit more friendly, the seeds of those new communication ways need time to grow on my old inner garden. lol

That's what I thought you meant. But had to ask.

Great observations Carl. Get him onboard.

David

I have been wanting to talk to him. He's actually closer friends with my son and I with his dad. Trying to bridge the awkward gap to bring it up.

Great! At least you have a door. Start knocking! :)

Hey, "son!" I see you are doing very well with your hiking...and your Instagram presence is amazing...Do you know that you rank on google and you could really be a major success if you...
By the way, I (you) am into web design/SEO...and we could ...

Sorry Carl. Just having a little fun here.

David

It's all good. Actually I am pretty sure he'd be interested. Next time I see him I will bring it up.

Branding yourself is very important. Since I've begun here at WA I've been working on this and "beefing up" my social media presence.
Even if you're affiliated with a company and products, you should still brand yourself to create a following.

Great example, Carl!
~Bob

Thanks Bob --- I will be working on this.

Social is one of the best ways to put your branding out there!

I am beginning to see that.

Great points. The power of consistent social media branding should not be underestimated.

Thank you sir.

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