Be Personal. Name Names.

October 07 2011, 11:29 AM

Do you realize how special it is for a fan to have their name mentioned in a tweet, on a Facebook post or in a YouTube video? Or how about a shout-out on your blog?

Recognize your fans for being the awesome supporters that they are.

Not only will it make someone's week incredibly special, it will deepen the connection they have with you, further enabling the possibility of creating a lifelong fan.

This is a painless and priceless thing to do and it will undoubtedly set you apart from everyone else...

Make a difference. Make your fans smile! Be personal. Name names.

(photo taken from Art Of Dying's fan submitted photos on their Facebook page)

— Brian Thompson

Tags: Social Media | Marketing

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