What Are The Best Social Media Sites For Networking?

[MapleTree]

I currently use Twitter and Facebook the most for marketing but was wondering if there was a better, more effective site out there to use.

 

[St Rhenium]

If you're a sole trader or otherwise very high up in a company, LinkedIn is amazing for building business connections.

 

[Allegrif]

I currently use Twitter and Facebook the most for marketing but was wondering if there was a better, more effective site out there to use.

I find Facebook to definitely be the best for my own business. As I mentioned in another thread somewhere, its advertising capabilities are phenomenal and I find the interface brilliant.

 

[MapleTree]

If you're a sole trader or otherwise very high up in a company, LinkedIn is amazing for building business connections.

I hadn't thought of LinkedIn, oddly enough. I'll have to give it a try and see if it boosts my business a bit more.

 

[malidudle]

Really depends on your target market instagram is good for young adults and facebook for older people.
For in person I'm not sure if it counts as a social media but I highly recommend this high tech business card company I found I bought one of the metal cards and have used it out and about a few times and it impressed ppl. the site is kamicards.co

 

[Chloe25]

Facebook, Linkedin, myBridge.me, Twitter, Instagram

 

[Kevinrochay]

Really depends on your target market instagram is good for young adults and facebook for older people.
For in person I'm not sure if it counts as a social media but I highly recommend this high tech business card company I found I bought one of the metal cards and have used it out and about a few times and it impressed ppl. the site is kamicards.co

When it comes to social media platforms, the best choice depends on your target market.

For young adults, Instagram is a popular choice. It's a visual platform that's great for sharing photos and videos, and it has a large user base of millennials and Gen Z.

On the other hand, Facebook is a better option for reaching an older demographic. Many people over the age of 30 use Facebook, and it's a great platform for sharing longer-form content, such as articles and blog posts.

 

[Rabia]

LinkedIn is a top choice for professional networking, enabling connections with industry peers and job opportunities. Twitter allows engagement in industry discussions and networking through hashtags and chats. Facebook Groups facilitate connections with like-minded professionals and offer industry-specific discussions. Meetup provides opportunities for in-person networking at local events focused on shared interests. Slack and Reddit are also valuable platforms for industry-specific networking and discussions within dedicated communities

 

[stepphiesecret]

I currently use Twitter and Facebook the most for marketing but was wondering if there was a better, more effective site out there to use.

If you're looking to expand your marketing efforts, you might want to check out Instagram for its visual appeal and high engagement rates, LinkedIn for B2B connections, and TikTok for reaching a younger audience with creative content. Each platform offers unique advantages depending on your target market.

 

[pfairclough]

LinkedIn best for business to business networking. Facebook better for business to consumer networking. Not sure if it qualifies as a social media site, but the Federation of Small Businesses (FSB) run free online networking events which might be worth checking out too.

 

[Quinten]

For networking, LinkedIn’s been a game-changer for me. It’s perfect for making professional connections and showcasing what you do. I also get some good results on Instagram, especially for sharing visually appealing content and building brand awareness. Twitter and Facebook are great, but those two can really give your networking a boost.

 

[Dewlance]

I think YouTube is also a Social Media and many of uses it for various purposes including Networking.

Another platform is WhatsApp which have good reach and it gives more personal connection.

 

[globalconference]

For networking, LinkedIn’s been a game-changer for me. It’s perfect for making professional connections and showcasing what you do. I also get some good results on Instagram, especially for sharing visually appealing content and building brand awareness. Twitter and Facebook are great, but those two can really give your networking a boost.

How has LinkedIn improved your professional networking and allowed you to showcase your skills? Could you share more details?