5 Ways You Can Motivate Others Via Social Media
As the usage of social media becomes more widespread in our everyday life, it becomes more apparent that the majority of people choose to use social media for meaningful purposes, such as spreading news, staying connected, motivating others, etc. What’s pivotal about social media is its vital effect. For example, when you tweet an impactful story, your message can trigger hundreds of retweets, which is called network effect. Hence, using social media as a motivational tool has become a common practice amongst all of us.
Here we will walk through 5 techniques regarding how to motivate your social peers via social media and tools alike.
1. Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn, etc…
We use the above mentioned tools, often times, to share a joke, or tell a trivial accidental encounter. Have you ever imagined how powerful they can be if we use them to empower people regularly? Especially on Twitter, it’s not uncommon for me to tweet 10 or more inspiring quotes in a single day. Sometimes, my quotes get retweeted over and over again. The feeling is, indeed, insurmountable after knowing you have made a difference to cheer somebody up.
2. Wordpress, Blogger, Tumblr, Posterous, etc…
Some people claim that blogging, just like RSS, has faded away gradually as more advanced tech tools are raising the tide. I, like most fanatic bloggers, am completely on the other side of this argument. Ironically, blogging has become a core component among all communication tools most used today. Personally, I like to blog about inspiring stories/videos, personal development tips, etc. Wordpress is what I use for WebStudio13. On top of that, I am also in favor of Posterous and Tumblr, each of which has unique features that set it apart from other blogging platforms.
3. Lulu, Issuu, Scribd, etc…
You probably have spotted the similarities among the tools in this category. Lulu, Issuu, and Scribd are all self-publishing tools you can use. If you are ambitious enough to make a difference in somebody else’s life, why not make your mark by publishing your own product? With these tools, publishing a book can never sound as daunting as it used to be.
Nowadays, anybody can self publish their own eBook. A personal development book is what I would write and publish. After all, what’s better than share your personal experiences with people discouraged by the waves of everyday life? Social media would be perfect in terms of promoting your eBook cost-effectively. Perhaps you can reach an even broader demographic by combining different social networks. The options are limitless.
4. Meetup, Eventbrite, Yelp, etc…
Take a guess. How would you use these tools mentioned in this category? Yes, you may use them to help you organize local events. While technology is a must-have today for building social bondage, hosting offline meetings is still the most effective way in terms of conveying inspirational messages. Just imagine how impactful Tony Robbins‘ seminars are. However, the online tools have undeniably made organizing offline meetings more convenient. I’ve invited motivational speakers to have done quite a few events for my group in the past (here and there). With the help of these listed tools, you motivational seminars will be the most spectacular and unforgettable events people have ever seen.
5. YouTube, Vimeo, Metacafe, etc…
Instead of write articles, some people like to share their own stories via a simple video. These tools listed above make publishing videos a snap. Just go get a flip camera and you’ve got what you need. Here is an example of what a viral inspirational video should look like:
Video description: “Surf dog Ricochet’s inspirational video highlighting her journey from service dog training, to turning disappointment into a joyful new direction, to surfing with quadriplegic surfer, Patrick Ivison, to fundraising for charitable causes. She is currently leading a fundraiser for a six year old boy named Ian who suffered a traumatic brain injury in a horrific car accident that claimed the lives of his parents. If you’d like to help Ricochet help Ian, please go to http://www.ripcurlricki.com. To follow her on Facebook… search for “Surf Dog Ricochet” or click here. Thank you for watching, and donating to her charitable cause.”
Bonus Point
In order to inspire others, it is inevitable that we must adopt a positive self-image first. Remember, inspirational messages are extremely contagious. Your social peers are willing to following your footsteps only if they feel you are confident and optimistic about what lies ahead. After all, everything starts from inside out. You must take the first step to become a positive individual. Share your comments below.
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