Does sharing my blog posts on Social Media help my SEO?
Here are a few tips on how to share your content on social media for the best SEO results:
1. Share on multiple platforms
The more places your content is shared, the more likely it is to be seen by potential readers. So make sure you’re sharing your blog post on multiple social media platforms, such as Facebook, Twitter, and Google+.
2. Use keywords in your social media posts
When you share your content on social media, be sure to include relevant keywords so that people can easily find it. For example, if you’re sharing a blog post about “SEO tips,” be sure to include that keyword in your social media post.
3. Use hashtags
Hashtags are a great way to help people find your content. When you use relevant hashtags, your content is more likely to show up in search results.
4. Share interesting snippets
People are more likely to click on a link if they know what they’re going to get. So when you share your content on social media, be sure to include an interesting snippet or headline that will entice people to click through to your blog post.
5. Use images and videos
Images and videos can help your content stand out in the social media feed. People are more likely to stop scrolling and take a look at your content if it includes an eye-catching image or video.
6. Share often
The more often you share your content, the more likely it is to be seen. So make sure you’re sharing your blog post on social media regularly.
7. Promote your content
If you really want to give your content a boost, you can promote it on social media. For example, you can pay to have your blog post featured on Facebook or Twitter.
Following these tips will help you get the most out of social media for your SEO. So make sure you’re sharing your content in the right way and you’ll see a benefit in your ranking.
Phil is the owner and principal designer and developer at All Saints Media. He has been in the industry for over 20 years and enjoys working with clients from a variety of industries.
Phil is a 1995 graduate of Cedarville University. He has a Bachelors in History. He received his Masters in Biblical Studies from Antietam Bible Seminary in 2007. Along with being a web and graphic designer, Phil is the senior pastor at First Baptist Church of Brunswick, MD.
Phil is married, and is the father of 5 beautiful children.