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Start by finding where your audience hangs out
Before we set up accounts, we ask where our ideal buyers go online. Do decision makers read LinkedIn posts and click into company pages? Do they use industry forums or email lists? Or do they search on Google when they need help right now?
For example, telecommunication buyers at small and mid-size businesses are often on LinkedIn. Tree service owners and local contractors tend to be on Facebook. This matters because it tells us where to put our time.
LinkedIn for B2B: why it works
LinkedIn is built for professional networking. People go there for business, not to check lunch photos. That means our messages land in a work context. We can reach decision makers, join groups, publish helpful posts, and get direct inquiries that feel professional.
We also get a two-part benefit. One, LinkedIn helps us build authority with content that speaks to business problems. Two, it puts us in front of people who can hire us. For agencies and telecom vendors selling to businesses, that is a big advantage.
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Facebook for local, consumer-focused services
Facebook shines for locally focused consumer services. People search there for recommendations, check local groups, and look at business pages. If we are targeting homeowners or local customers, Facebook gives strong local reach.
But if we are selling to businesses, Facebook often misses the mark. People rarely go to Facebook with the intent to hire a B2B vendor. They go to Google or industry channels instead.
Social media should support lead generation, not replace it
We should not rely on social media alone to find leads. For many B2B businesses, cold email and direct outreach give the best results. We use social platforms as a reminder and as a credibility signal after we have made contact.
Here is a process that works for us:
- Find contacts and send a brief, helpful cold email.
- Confirm basic info and offer something useful, like a free listing or assessment.
- Once the contact replies, publish a public item like a directory listing or case study.
- Tag the business on social channels so they get a quick notification and see the public work.
- Use an automated follow up sequence to get them to book a call.
Use social tagging as a nudge, not a pitch
Tagging a business on Facebook or X after we've already had a friendly email exchange is a low-pressure way to get attention. It is not cold outreach. It reminds them we exist and shows that we are doing something public and useful.
We should avoid direct PMs that jump straight to a sales pitch. That approach annoys people and damages trust. A short, clear professional message or a public tag paired with a follow up email is usually enough.
Automation and systems matter
We get more done when we automate the repetitive parts. Use a CRM or marketing automation to handle confirmations, reminders, and scheduled posts. When someone confirms their info, the system can publish a listing, tag them on social, and create the next follow up task.
Automation keeps the human effort focused on the calls and the real conversations. It also makes the social part a supportive layer rather than the main driver.
Keep your social presence professional and helpful
Create a strong profile on the platform where your audience is. Use real company info, clear services, and a friendly summary that explains how we help. Post content that answers common problems, not posts that only sell.
People respond to clear help and concrete results. Case studies, short how-to tips, and small wins work better than long sales pitches.
Be selective with time and effort
We cannot be everywhere. Pick one platform that matches the audience and commit to it. If LinkedIn is the right fit, make it the core of our content and outreach. If Facebook is better for local leads, invest there. Spend real time where the buyers are.
If social media feels like a grind or a distraction, stop. You will do better when you focus on channels that deliver measurable results.
Practical steps to get started this week
- Identify the top three places your buyers hang out online.
- Create or update a professional company profile on the top platform.
- Draft two short posts that answer common buyer questions.
- Build a simple cold email template that offers help and asks one question.
- Set up an automated follow up to move engaged prospects to a call.
Common objections and our answers
“We have been in business a long time. Social media feels unnecessary.”
Longevity is an advantage. Use that history as content. Social media can help spread reputation, but it should not replace direct outreach. Combine both for the best results.
Should we start with LinkedIn or Facebook?
Start with the platform your buyers use. If you sell to businesses, start with LinkedIn. If you sell to local consumers, start with Facebook. Focus on one platform first.
Can social media be the main source of leads for B2B?
Not usually. Social helps with visibility and trust. For direct leads, use targeted email outreach and professional follow ups. Social should back up those efforts.
How do we avoid being pushy on social?
Share helpful content, tag only when relevant, and avoid private messages that start with a sales pitch. Use public posts and friendly reminders instead.
What if our team hates social media?
Automate what you can and limit manual posting. Focus the human effort on email outreach and calls. Use social as the amplification layer, not the primary channel.
Is it okay to use social tags to get attention?
Yes, when it follows a real interaction. Tagging after a confirmed email or after delivering a service is a polite nudge. Random tagging without context is not recommended.
Final thoughts
Match the platform to the audience. Use LinkedIn to reach business buyers. Use Facebook for local consumer markets. Keep social media as a supporting tool and rely on direct outreach for real lead generation. Make simple systems that confirm contact, publish public work, and nudge the prospect to a call. That combination wins more business than hoping social posts will do all the heavy lifting.