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6 Tips on How to Use the Status Section of Your WhatsApp Business

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WhatsApp Business Status is a powerful feature that allows you to share updates, promotions, and engaging content with your customers. By incorporating multimedia elements like images, videos, and text, you can create dynamic and attention-grabbing updates that resonate with your target audience.

WhatsApp business has been improving mobile and web application business features. You can set up a stunning profile with company details like a brief description, website, location, address using a map, and slogan.

The application also has a lovely catalog feature where you can post and display your products and services to potential clients.

A critical feature of all social media platforms is that of status updates. You can post about anything, and your status will be visible for 24 hours.

In this article, I’ll share a few tips that you can use to bring you a dollar or even improve the image of your organization and brand positioning.

The following are the 6 Tips on How to Use the Status Section of Your WhatsApp Business

  1. Advertise your products or services.

You should improve your digital strategy to include social media, of which WhatsApp business is one. Besides Facebook, X formerly Twitter, LinkedIn, and Instagram, WhatsApp business is equally valuable and needs your attention now.

It is now possible to have links on your website that directly take your clients to the business catalog on WhatsApp business. Such a powerful tool also allows you to post status updates about anything happening at your organization.

You can post a new product or service or existing products or services. You can start your day by posting beautiful images about your business and what you offer. Keeps your customers and potential clients engaged or looking forward to your subsequent status updates.

You don’t know when your status update will catch the eye of one of the CEOs who has been looking for the service you’ve just posted. I once won a contract just because the CEO of one of the pharmaceutical companies had seen a status update about our training in Advanced Microsoft Excel.

You can be the first to post about that new fashion in town.

  1. Post corporate photos

You can post official photos at your organization’s events, like end-of-year staff parties, training, or a team-building activity for your staff or clients.

You can add other images like a flier advertising the next TV appearance of your Chief Executive Officer (CEO) or Chairperson of the Board of Directors (BOD).

  1. Post motivational content.

Attract people and keep them engaged with your status updates. A motivational quote is a statement or phrase that aims to inspire, encourage, or uplift individuals. These quotes provide a positive perspective or a call to action, and their purpose is to boost confidence, instill a sense of determination, and foster a positive mindset.

Motivational quotes can come from various sources, including famous personalities, authors, philosophers, and leaders. They are often shared to motivate and inspire others in different aspects of life, such as work, personal development, or facing challenges.

  1. Share milestones of your business.

You can post an anniversary celebration, acquisitions, partnerships, new business contracts, or new business partners. Whatever the milestone, let your followers and clients know they are supporting a moving company.

  1. Post Updates About Job Opportunities at Your Company/Organization

Internet and social media are some methods used to reach potential candidates. Social media and status updates are proven ways to get your message to the job market faster.

You can still apply other methods of advertising job vacancies, and you might have used a range of these in the past.

There is no perfect approach, and each has potential advantages and disadvantages. Don’t let your WhatsApp business be idle; you can post a job advert as a status update.

For example, Operations Manager Needed! Salary £30,000 to £35,000. “Message us for more details or visit our job section on our website.” Such a short message can quickly drive suitable candidates to your selection pool.

  1. Post About Your Staff

Use public information like a promotion that the media can also write about. It can also be about the employee of the month. Such recognition is part of the non-monetary motivations your staff are currently waiting for.

There is no such thing as the right time to appreciate your staff, who, out of countless organizations, have decided to offer their time, expertise, and energy to work with you.

There are several other places on social media where you can post similar information. You can incorporate ideas that keep your clients informed and engaged with your primary social media or digital marketing strategy with platforms such as:

  • Google My Business
  • Facebook posts or Status Updates
  • Twitter
  • LinkedIn
  • Instagram
  • Pinterest

Conclusion

As businesses leverage digital platforms for communication and marketing, understanding the nuances of WhatsApp’s Business Status can be a game-changer. You can use this comprehensive guide to effectively utilize WhatsApp Business Status to enhance your brand presence and connect with your audience.

Mastering the art of using WhatsApp Business Status can significantly elevate your brand’s online presence. By following the steps outlined in this guide and incorporating best practices, you’ll be well on your way to creating impactful and engaging updates that resonate with your audience. Stay connected, stay relevant, and make the most of WhatsApp Business Status for your business success.

About the Author

Robert Mwesige is a Certified Trainer of the International Labour Organization (ILO) and a Certified Financial Literacy Trainer of the Bank of Uganda (BOU). He is also a Certified Digital Marketing Expert by Google, the HubSpot Academy, Accenture, and OpenClassrooms.

Robert received an Executive Master of Business Administration (EMBA) from Quantic School of Business and Technology in Washington, DC, USA. He graduated with an MBA in Marketing at the 14th Convocation of Dr. D. Y. Patil Vidyapeeth, Pimpri, Pune, in August 2023. He also holds a First-Class Honors Degree in International Development Studies from KYU, Kampala.

Robert is the lead Online Marketing Expert at Geotech ICT Consulting Uganda. He is also a content designer (Web Editor) and Has Previously Participated in High-Level Consulting Assignments, Including Strategy Development, Executive Coaching, And Training. At Houston Executive Consulting, he writes knowledge and insight articles on human resources, financial literacy, and business management. Robert is the founder and CEO of Guiding Lads Uganda, a Tour and Travel Company in Uganda.

In his free time, Robert Enjoys Listening to Live Band Music, which includes A Mix of Ugandan Afrobeat Songs, Gospel Music, South African Oldies, Congolese Soukous, and Ballroom Rumba.

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