Social Shops! Social Media as Your Business Profile
LYNNIE VERSION
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Hi! I’m Lynnie! Today I’m telling you about using social media as your business profile.
Social media is the most famous way to run a business online. It can bring LOTS of people. But it also brings risks and pressure that people don’t talk about much. Let’s look at both!
One home is enough
Remember? Marketplace, website or social store. One home is enough to start, and “setting up” just means opening it. Posting comes later, in Lesson T5.
Why social media is so popular
Social media lets you reach a big, busy crowd. If the apps decide to show your posts to lots of people (grown-ups call it “going viral”), you can show your work to tons of people, easily!
And you can sell with a link in your bio. That can even replace a website!
What’s a social store?
A social store is a little shop that sits at the top of your social media profile. Tools like Linktr.ee or Stan.store make them. For most ways to earn, they can do the whole paying part!
The tricky parts
You don’t own the app. If the app changes its rules, or changes who sees your posts, you might reach way fewer people. Imagine an app getting banned! That has scared lots of creators a few times already. A business that depends on one app can lose most of its people overnight.
Posting doesn’t mean going viral. This is super important! Having a profile and posting doesn’t mean lots of people will see it. Lesson T5 explains why.
The pressure to keep posting. On social media, you might feel like you have to post ALL the time. That keeps you showing up in people’s feeds, but it uses tons of energy.
Being a content creator is a busy, every-day job, with lots of editing too. If it ever feels too much, make sure you have someone to talk to. And remember, there are other ways to work! Being a creator isn’t for everybody. That’s totally okay.
Which ways really need social media?
Three of the ten ways to earn almost need social media as their home: affiliate marketing, sponsorships and audience monetization. They usually need free visitors from your posts. And for sponsorships and money programs, brands or apps might want you to have a certain number of followers first!
Cheap to start
Opening a social profile is free. Most social store tools have free plans too. You need very little money to start. Paid ads and fancy tools can wait until you know what your people like.
Start with one app and one kind of post you can make regularly.
No face needed
Lots of successful accounts never show a face! They show products, tutorials, drawings, voice recordings or text posts.
What’s next?
The next article is about two more setup things: a business email and helping customers. The whole lesson is in the book on our products page. Want a grown-up to help you decide? Go to our services page.
What grown-ups usually ask (and I answer)
Why is social media so popular as a home?
Because you can reach a big, busy crowd if your posts catch on.
What’s a social store?
A little shop on top of your social profile, like Linktr.ee, Stan.store or TikTok Shop.
Does posting mean going viral?
No! Being there doesn’t mean people will see it.
Will there be step-by-step lessons for each of the ten ways?
Maybe! If lots of people want them. Join the waitlist and you’ll know first.
What are the bad sides?
You don’t own the app. If it changes or gets banned, your people can disappear.
Can you keep making content for years?
Yes, but it’s a busy job and can wear you out. Have someone to talk to.
Which ways almost need social media?
Affiliate marketing, sponsorships and audience monetization.
How can I start for free or almost free?
Lynnaider shows you how to start each of the ten ways for free, or for very, very little money. You’d be surprised! And a free robot helper called Lynnaider Compass helps you step by step!
Disclaimer: This article is for general informational purposes only and should not be regarded as legal, tax, or business advice. Pursuing an online business does not guarantee income; results depend on many factors including the business environment, individual effort, skills, and consistency. Some links on this site may allow Lynnaider to earn a commission at no additional cost to the reader.
