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5 strategies and tactics for Followers

What is Followers strategy?

Team success often hinges on the ability to develop and implement effective strategies and tactics. It's a bit like playing chess, except that you have more than 1 player on each side.

Developing an effective Followers strategy can be intimidating, especially when your daily duties demand your attention. To assist you, we've curated a list of examples to inspire your planning process.

Feel free to copy these examples into your favorite application, or leverage Tability to maintain accountability.

How to write your own Followers strategy with AI

While we have some examples available, it's likely that you'll have specific scenarios that aren't covered here. You can use our free AI generator below or our more complete goal-setting system to generate your own strategies.

Followers strategy examples

You will find in the next section many different Followers tactics. We've included action items in our templates to make it as actionable as possible.

Strategies and tactics for tripling LinkedIn followers

  • ⛳️ Strategy 1: Optimise your profile

    • Update your profile picture with a professional headshot
    • Write a compelling headline that clearly states your expertise
    • Create a detailed and engaging summary about your professional journey
    • Add all relevant work experience with highlights of key achievements
    • Solicit endorsements and recommendations from previous employers and colleagues
    • Showcase your skills by listing them accurately on your profile
    • Add certificates and relevant courses to your profile to showcase your expertise
    • Regularly update your profile with new accomplishments and experiences
    • Ensure your contact information is up to date
    • Use keywords relevant to your industry to improve searchability

  • ⛳️ Strategy 2: Engage with your audience

    • Post high-quality, informative content relevant to your industry
    • Share industry news and add your own insights
    • Comment on and share posts made by your connections
    • Participate in LinkedIn groups related to your field
    • Respond to comments and messages in a timely manner
    • Like and comment on posts from influential figures in your industry
    • Host LinkedIn live sessions to engage with your audience directly
    • Run polls and surveys to encourage interaction
    • Tag relevant people and companies in your posts to increase visibility
    • Share success stories and case studies demonstrating your expertise

  • ⛳️ Strategy 3: Expand your network strategically

    • Send personalised connection requests to people in your industry
    • Follow industry leaders and influencers and engage with their content
    • Attend virtual networking events and connect with attendees on LinkedIn
    • Utilise LinkedIn's connection suggestions to expand your network
    • Reconnect with old colleagues and classmates and add them to your network
    • Write and share articles on LinkedIn to establish yourself as a thought leader
    • Engage with your company's LinkedIn page and encourage your colleagues to do the same
    • Partner with other professionals for joint content or events
    • Use LinkedIn’s Sales Navigator to find and connect with targeted prospects
    • Regularly review your network and remove inactive or irrelevant connections
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Strategies and tactics for increasing LinkedIn followers

  • ⛳️ Strategy 1: Run a post engagement campaign

    • Create a content calendar with planned posts for each day
    • Design engaging and shareable graphics for each post
    • Write compelling captions with a call-to-action in each post
    • Utilise LinkedIn hashtags to increase post visibility
    • Share success stories and case studies from clients
    • Post a mix of industry news, company updates, and employee spotlights
    • Encourage employees to share company posts on their personal LinkedIn profiles
    • Analyse engagement metrics to identify high-performing posts
    • Respond to comments and engage with followers daily
    • Adjust content strategy based on performance analysis

  • ⛳️ Strategy 2: Leverage LinkedIn groups and communities

    • Identify and join LinkedIn groups relevant to your industry
    • Share valuable content from your company page within these groups
    • Engage in group discussions to increase visibility
    • Post regular updates and insights from your company page in groups
    • Request group admins to feature your posts if relevant
    • Promote your company page as a resourceful LinkedIn page within these groups
    • Connect with group members and invite them to follow your company page
    • Offer exclusive content or insights for group members
    • Host a group-specific LinkedIn live session or webinar
    • Monitor group interactions and tweak content strategy accordingly

  • ⛳️ Strategy 3: Implement a targeted advertising campaign

    • Allocate a budget for LinkedIn ads
    • Create a series of sponsored posts targeting your ideal audience
    • Design engaging ad creatives with a clear call-to-action
    • Set up audience targeting parameters for your ads
    • Experiment with different ad formats (carousel, video, etc.)
    • Monitor ad performance and adjust targeting as needed
    • A/B test different ad creatives to identify what works best
    • Use LinkedIn’s lead gen forms to capture interested followers
    • Run a retargeting campaign for users who engaged with your previous ads
    • Analyse ad campaign results to refine future strategies
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Strategies and tactics for increasing LinkedIn followers

  • ⛳️ Strategy 1: Enhance your profile

    • Update your profile with a professional and eye-catching banner
    • Write a compelling and concise summary
    • Optimise your profile with relevant keywords
    • Use a professional profile picture
    • Include detailed and recent work experiences
    • Ask for endorsements and recommendations from connections
    • Add multimedia content to your profile
    • Showcase relevant skills and expertise
    • Regularly update your profile with new achievements
    • Make sure your contact information is up-to-date

  • ⛳️ Strategy 2: Engage with your network

    • Post engaging and relevant content daily
    • Like, comment, and share posts from your connections
    • Join and actively participate in LinkedIn groups related to your industry
    • Send personalised connection requests to people in your industry
    • Reply promptly to comments on your posts
    • Share your own insights and opinions on industry news
    • Create and participate in LinkedIn Polls
    • Send messages to your connections to keep in touch
    • Back your comments and posts with visuals and infographics
    • Host LinkedIn events or webinars to attract followers

  • ⛳️ Strategy 3: Leverage analytics and marketing tools

    • Use LinkedIn analytics to track your engagement and identify trends
    • Analyse the performance of your posts and adjust accordingly
    • Utilise LinkedIn’s paid promotion tools to boost your posts
    • Run a LinkedIn contest or giveaway to attract new followers
    • Collaborate with LinkedIn influencers to expand your reach
    • Create and share high-quality and relevant LinkedIn articles
    • Engage with followers by asking questions on your posts
    • Use LinkedIn stories to share behind-the-scenes content
    • Share user-generated content to build credibility
    • Use hashtags strategically to reach a broader audience
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Strategies and tactics for creating Informative AI Tool Images for Instagram

  • ⛳️ Strategy 1: Research and organise content

    • Identify popular and relevant AI tools in digital marketing
    • Gather comprehensive information on each AI tool's features and benefits
    • Organise the content into a concise format for easy understanding
    • Determine the target audience's interests and needs
    • Study hashtags and trending topics related to AI and digital marketing
    • Create a content calendar for regular posting
    • Prepare a list of credible sources for regular updates
    • Monitor competitor accounts for content ideas
    • Set goals for follower growth and engagement
    • Collect user questions and feedback for continuous improvement

  • ⛳️ Strategy 2: Design visually engaging images

    • Choose a consistent and appealing colour scheme for images
    • Use a design tool like Canva or Adobe Spark to create images
    • Incorporate AI tool logos and relevant icons into the design
    • Ensure text is clear and legible for each post
    • Include a call-to-action in each post for engagement
    • Create templates to streamline image creation
    • Use infographics to convey complex information simply
    • Highlight key features of AI tools visually
    • Ensure each image aligns with Instagram's optimal size guidelines
    • Use alt text for accessibility and improved searchability

  • ⛳️ Strategy 3: Promote and engage with content

    • Post consistently according to the content calendar
    • Use a mix of hashtags to reach new audiences
    • Engage with followers by responding to comments and messages
    • Collaborate with influencers or brands in the AI and marketing niche
    • Use Instagram Stories for behind-the-scenes content
    • Hold Q&A sessions to address follower queries
    • Analyse Instagram Insights to track content performance
    • Adjust strategies based on follower engagement levels
    • Encourage users to share posts with friends or colleagues
    • Host giveaways offering AI tool trials or digital marketing resources
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Strategies and tactics for increasing the digital presence and branding

  • ⛳️ Strategy 1: Enhance LinkedIn presence

    • Set a goal to increase LinkedIn followers to 90k within three months
    • Create an editorial calendar with weekly posts highlighting company achievements, industry news, and product insights
    • Engage with industry leaders by commenting on their posts to increase visibility
    • Use LinkedIn Analytics to track engagement and refine strategy accordingly
    • Post employee spotlights to humanise the brand and showcase company culture
    • Create and promote LinkedIn groups around energy storage topics to engage with the community
    • Leverage LinkedIn Ads to target industry-specific decision-makers
    • Encourage employees to share and engage with company posts to widen reach
    • Utilise LinkedIn Stories to share behind-the-scenes content and upcoming events
    • Host LinkedIn Live events covering industry trends and company milestones

  • ⛳️ Strategy 2: Expand YouTube and multimedia engagement

    • Create informative and engaging video content showcasing products and case studies
    • Develop a YouTube content calendar with regular uploads of educational and solution-based videos
    • Collaborate with industry influencers to increase channel visibility and subscriber count
    • Incorporate SEO best practices in video titles, descriptions, and tags
    • Share YouTube content across other social media platforms to reach a broader audience
    • Engage with viewers by responding to comments and encouraging discussions
    • Utilise YouTube Analytics to monitor performance and adapt content strategy
    • Invest in YouTube Ads targeting specific B2B audiences within the renewable industry
    • Create a YouTube series focusing on sustainability and energy efficiency in various sectors
    • Host webinars and panel discussions on YouTube about the future of energy storage

  • ⛳️ Strategy 3: Boost participation in industry events

    • Identify and create a calendar of upcoming industry events relevant to energy storage and renewables
    • Submit speaker proposals to position company executives as thought leaders
    • Exhibit at strategic events with a well-designed booth highlighting innovative solutions
    • Host networking events at conferences to engage with attendees and build relationships
    • Partner with industry associations to increase brand visibility and credibility
    • Offer exclusive promotions or demonstrations of products to event participants
    • Collect and analyse feedback from event participation to refine future strategies
    • Leverage social media to maximise exposure through live updates and announcements during events
    • Set up one-on-one meetings with potential clients and partners during major events
    • Document and share event experiences on company blog and social media to extend reach
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How to track your Followers strategies and tactics

Having a plan is one thing, sticking to it is another.

Don't fall into the set-and-forget trap. It is important to adopt a weekly check-in process to keep your strategy agile – otherwise this is nothing more than a reporting exercise.

A tool like Tability can also help you by combining AI and goal-setting to keep you on track.

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