Who are Influencers on Social Media? - [Know them better]

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Who are Influencers on Social Media?:

Influencers on social media are individuals who have built a significant following on one or multiple social media platforms.

These people have a reputation for influencing their followers' views through their posts and content.

Social media influencers can be found across all social media platforms, including Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, TikTok, Snapchat, and more.

They can come from various industries such as fashion, beauty, fitness, lifestyle, travel, cooking, and even business. [If interested, know about why social media influencers are good?]

Do you know? - “According to one study, 49% of all participants and 87% of Gen Z participants said they choose products recommended by influencers” – Shopify

Broadly, there are 4 types of influencers:

1. Mega Influencers [1M+ followers],

2. Macro Influencers [100k to 1M followers],

3. Micro Influencers [1ok to 100k followers], and

4. Nano Influencers [10k followers or less].

Influencers use their platform to share their opinions, experiences, and recommendations with their followers.

They often work with brands to promote products and services that align with their values and interests.

To become an influencer on social media, an individual typically needs to build a large following and create engaging content that resonates with their audience.

This can include anything from sharing personal stories to providing tips and advice on a particular topic.

Remember - “Compared to celebrities, working with small influencers and creators is less expensive, leads to long-term partnerships, and offers access to tightknit, engaged, and loyal communities” - 2023 Global Social Media Trends Report by HubSpot and Brandwatch

In addition to building a following, influencers also need to establish credibility and trust with their audience. This means being transparent about sponsored content and only promoting products they genuinely believe in.

Social media has become a powerful marketing channel for brands to reach their target audience through influencer marketing.

By partnering with influencers, brands can tap into their audience and build brand awareness and credibility.

“With declining organic reach and increasing ad costs, marketers and business owners are turning to influencer marketing for ROI” – upfluence

Software Tools to Help Identify Influencers:

Image Source - Convince & Convert Report

In conclusion, influencers on social media play an important role in shaping consumer behavior and influencing purchasing decisions.

As social media continues to grow in popularity, you can expect to see an increase in the number of influencers across all industries and platforms.

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Note: This blog post was originally published on May 26, 2023, and updated on Sep 13, 2024.