{"id":1435,"date":"2022-06-03T10:00:22","date_gmt":"2022-06-03T10:00:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/my.networkersjournal.com\/?p=1435"},"modified":"2022-11-08T19:49:08","modified_gmt":"2022-11-08T19:49:08","slug":"instagram-facebook-9-ways-to-use-stories-for-your-business","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/my.networkersjournal.com\/index.php\/2022\/06\/03\/instagram-facebook-9-ways-to-use-stories-for-your-business\/","title":{"rendered":"Instagram &#038; Facebook: 9 Ways To Use Stories For Your Business"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><em><strong>Are you curious to know how you can use Facebook or Instagram Stories?\u00a0And do you want to know how they can make a difference in your business?<\/strong> <\/em>If you haven\u2019t been using this magical story-telling feature and if you\u2019re ready to take your story-telling to the next level, you\u2019re going to love today\u2019s insights!<\/p>\n<p>Inside this article, we\u2019re going to take a look at<strong> 9 ways you can use Stories for your business<\/strong> \u2013 how to grab your lead\u2019s attention, build their fascination, involve them in your content, and soon, get them begging you to join! Are you ready? Let\u2019s get right to it!<\/p>\n<h3><strong>9 Ways To Use Stories For Your Business<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><em><strong>People remember stories 22X more than facts<\/strong><\/em>. And that\u2019s a fact!<\/p>\n<p>So any time you want to pass a message onto your audience, <strong>do it in the form of a story<\/strong>!<\/p>\n<p><em><strong>Stories also give you better visibility!<\/strong><\/em> Because when you post a Story, you show up on the top of people\u2019s feed. And if you\u2019ve interacted with them recently, you\u2019ll show up first!<\/p>\n<p>Additionally, <em><strong>Stories allow you to be as messy as you\u2019d like<\/strong><\/em> because they go away in 24 hours!<\/p>\n<p><strong>PRO TIP: Stick to the 1\/24 Rule<\/strong> \u2014 post at least 1 Story per day, so that your bubble stays on people\u2019s feed.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>The ACC Formula:<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>It stands for <strong>A<\/strong>ttract, <strong>C<\/strong>onnect and <strong>C<\/strong>onvert (if there is a need, of course). It\u2019s what every network marketer hopes to achieve on Social Media. So how is ACC connected to Storytelling?<\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s simple. When you post a Story on Facebook or Instagram, you\u2019re inviting people into your everyday life. There\u2019s something very intimate about it, and people LOVE that! After all, we know <strong>people do business with people they know, like and trust,<\/strong> right? Stories give you the opportunity to fast forward the relationship!<\/p>\n<p><strong>IMP:<\/strong> These tips can really elevate your Storytelling skills, but remember that moderation is the basis for success. Don\u2019t overdo it with one or two tips. What you want to do is mix it up and keep it fresh!<\/p>\n<p><script src=\"https:\/\/embed.lpcontent.net\/leadboxes\/current\/embed.js\" async defer><\/script> <img decoding=\"async\" style=\"cursor: pointer;\" src=\"https:\/\/my.networkersjournal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/7FEnzKn3ZXur-fwGt7rqCXHFN3zeNvMitweOhl6iqQW1d0_4_cJx3HpF9jKa3jNjyPPQZUaNHYMOIgFSuJAzs0\" alt=\"Click here to subscribe\" data-leadbox-popup=\"kVcVtrehoEUhEg4f9tcWSD\" data-leadbox-domain=\"nadyamelton.lpages.co\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><strong>9 Ideas to Use Storytelling for Business<\/strong><\/h2>\n<h3><strong>#1: Be Funny<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Nothing can boost your business more than bringing joy and laughter to your audience. We always say that <strong>Funny = Money<\/strong>, and it\u2019s true! Nothing can kill your business faster than being rigid and putting people to sleep.<\/p>\n<p>Did you know that on average, children laugh 400 times a day, while we, adults, laugh only 20? How sad is that? And <strong>90% of people on Social Med<\/strong><strong>ia are b-o-r-e-d!<\/strong> So when you become the one who brings a smile to their face, <em><strong>they\u2019ll remember and love you for it.<\/strong><\/em> And that\u2019s all we\u2019re looking for, right?<\/p>\n<h3><strong>#2: Behind The Scenes<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright wp-image-14669\" src=\"https:\/\/my.networkersjournal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Imagine-This-Pinterest-Inspiration-684x1024-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"350\" height=\"524\" srcset=\"https:\/\/my.networkersjournal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Imagine-This-Pinterest-Inspiration-684x1024-1.jpg 684w, https:\/\/mylifestyleacademy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/Imagine-This-Pinterest-Inspiration-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/mylifestyleacademy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/Imagine-This-Pinterest-Inspiration-640x958.jpg 640w, https:\/\/mylifestyleacademy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/Imagine-This-Pinterest-Inspiration.jpg 736w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 350px) 100vw, 350px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><em><strong>Take people on the journey with you!<\/strong><\/em>\u00a0 You can show them what\u2019s happening with you just before you go Live or before you go on stage during an event. Or how about you take people shopping, and show them how you do your meal prep for the week? <strong>Give them a \u201cbehind-the-curtains\u201d look at your business.<\/strong> Play with this. Everything is an experiment!<\/p>\n<p>Here\u2019s a great way to think about what you do. It\u2019s: <strong>Reality TV + #BFFlife.\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>We often take the way we live for granted and that everyone lives like us. But that\u2019s not the case in most situations. So stop thinking like a consumer and start thinking like a marketer!<\/p>\n<h3><strong>#3: Inspire Them<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>This might sound a little intimidating but don\u2019t worry. We\u2019re not asking you to give a whole speech. Just think of <strong>your favorite quote, something that gets your creative energy flowing,<\/strong> and share it with your audience 15 seconds at a time. They\u2019ll love it!<\/p>\n<h3><strong>#4: Show Your Lifestyle<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><strong>People absolutely love to know what\u2019s happening in the life of someone they are interested in<\/strong>. So give them a sneak peek into what it\u2019s like to be you! It can be a vacation, or going to your kids\u2019 game or simply going to the gym in the middle of the day when everyone else is at work.<\/p>\n<p>If you think you don\u2019t have too many things to show,<strong> that\u2019s all right.<\/strong> You don\u2019t have to use this tip every day. But take people with you whenever you can and they\u2019ll love it!<\/p>\n<h3><strong>#5: Content from Other Influencers\u00a0<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><em><strong>Did you know that you can add the content you\u2019ve posted on your feed to your Story?\u00a0<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<p>Just go to the piece of content that you like and click on the little airplane icon. Instagram will give you an option to share it to your Story.<\/p>\n<p><strong>And you can do the same with other people\u2019s content!<\/strong> How cool is that? You\u2019ll be able to still provide value to your audience, even if you don\u2019t have brand new ideas!<\/p>\n<p><strong>IMP: Always remember to tag the person whose content you\u2019re sharing.<\/strong> That way, not only will you give them the well-deserved credit, but they\u2019ll also get to see your Story. And who knows, they might even decide to re-post it for their audience to see!<\/p>\n<h3><strong>#6: Share A Good Story<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>What\u2019s the fastest way to learn something?<strong> Through a story.<\/strong> We remember them because we feel connected to them. That\u2019s why it\u2019s so amazing when you tell your audience one of your stories.<\/p>\n<p><strong>It can be something intimate, personal, or funny, or just something that happened at work and you learned a lesson from it.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright wp-image-14667\" src=\"https:\/\/my.networkersjournal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Feeling-Bad-Quote-682x1024-1.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"350\" height=\"526\" srcset=\"https:\/\/my.networkersjournal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Feeling-Bad-Quote-682x1024-1.png 682w, https:\/\/mylifestyleacademy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/Feeling-Bad-Quote-200x300.png 200w, https:\/\/mylifestyleacademy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/Feeling-Bad-Quote-768x1154.png 768w, https:\/\/mylifestyleacademy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/Feeling-Bad-Quote-640x962.png 640w, https:\/\/mylifestyleacademy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/Feeling-Bad-Quote.png 852w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 350px) 100vw, 350px\" \/> <\/strong><\/p>\n<p>And if you can\u2019t think of something that happened to you, why not share the story of one of your customers? If you already did that, and you\u2019re wondering what else you can share \u2013 how about a lesson from a podcast you\u2019ve listened to?<\/p>\n<h3><strong>#7: Time-Sensitive Information<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>The way that the algorithm is set up right now is not optimal for sharing time-sensitive information. After all, <strong>it may take a long time for your audience to see what you\u2019ve posted on your feed (if they see it at all).\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>So if you\u2019re promoting an event or you have a giveaway that\u2019s ending in 24 hours, use Stories!<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><em><strong><span class=\"s1\">PRO Tip: Never say the name of the company or the product! <\/span><\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<h3 class=\"p1\"><strong>#8: Business Tips<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>People love getting tips and tricks. You don\u2019t have to create something long or complicated. <strong>Just think of what tips might have been useful for you to know about a certain topic,<\/strong> and share them with your audience. That\u2019s it!<\/p>\n<h3><strong>#9: Direct Promotional Posts <\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><strong>You are in business.<\/strong> So you\u2019re allowed to do direct promotional posts! And Stories is a great way to expose people to what you have to offer!<\/p>\n<p><strong>PRO Tip:<\/strong> If you\u2019re not sure what kind of a promotional post would do well on your feed, test a few options in Stories and see which one does better!<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Bonus Tip: Engage with People<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><em><strong>Did you know that you can see who\u2019s watching your Stories?<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<p>That\u2019s right! You can swipe up and see who those people are. <strong>Then you can just drop them a Personal (or a Direct) Message and start a casual conversation with them.<\/strong> The algorithm will love that and you\u2019ll boost your business!<\/p>\n<p>Alternatively, you can <strong>go to these people\u2019s profiles and like and comment on their posts.<\/strong> It\u2019s the Law of Reciprocity \u2013 the more you give to people, the more people will give back to you!<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Ninja Tip: Give To Give<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>How often do we give to get? And is that allowed? Of course, it is. But if you do it all the time, you\u2019ll sound like an infomercial.<\/p>\n<p>So switch things up and give to give.<strong>\u00a0<\/strong>That\u2019s right!<strong> Give for the sake of giving and see what happens.<\/strong> When you bring free value to your audience, they\u2019re much more likely to reach out to you and do business with you.<\/p>\n<p>If people are thinking about you every day because of your videos, posts or Stories, you\u2019re on the right path!<\/p>\n<p><em><strong>These are some of our favorite ways you can use Stories for your business! Which types of Stories are you already using and which tip will you implement? 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