Struggling to Connect with Your Audience Authentically? User-generated content (UCG) might just be what you need as small e-commerce business owners to engage with your audiences on a personal level. This blog will educate us on how UCG can be leveraged to build trust, engagement, and growth without breaking the bank. 💰
For small e-commerce businesses, UGC such as customer reviews and product photos help create a sense of reliability and trust. Studies reveal that 92% of consumers trust UGC more than traditional ads, increasing a website’s conversion rates by more than 10%. 📈
🥤Starbucks’ #RedCupContest
Starbucks has effectively mastered UGC with its #RedCupContest. The brand encourages customers to design and decorate their red cups every holiday season and share it on various social media platforms. Millions of followers were engaged in addition to the campaign generating a ton of content and drive on their social media pages.
So how did this campaign become a trend every season? The brand, employing UGC has enabled customers to connect and build trust with the company without a huge budget. In addition, a 28% higher engagement rate is observed in posts that feature UGC, thus driving sales. 🛒
📢Kickstart your UGC campaign by encouraging customers to share their experiences with a branded hashtag. To gain traction and motivate participation, offer incentives like discounts and features on your social media pages.
In conclusion, brands seeking to achieve organic growth should capitalise on UGC by providing constant interaction and engagement with audiences. UGC will also help you learn the areas for improvement to serve your customers better.
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(Disclaimer: This content is for the sole purpose of teaching and learning at Edith Cowan University)
Name: Tshering Om
Student Number: 10610615
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