WEB MARKETING

Increase Your Sales With Content Strategy

Amanda Stramandinoli
  • Nov. 24, 2017

Do you want to easily increase your company’s profits? Believe it or not, this can be achieved through content. Regardless of the type of web advertisement you operate, content is a key factor for achieving successful results. Interactive content provides the best leverage to persuade customers and convince them that your product is the only option for them. 

Poor content can negate your conversion rate and sales performance. In today's digital landscape, information is easily accessible online - giving buyers as much info as possible about your product or service is imperative in order to discourage them from buying from a competitor. 

Here are a few tips to help you attract your audience and convert them: 

1. Create informative content that educates potential buyers and prepares them for purchasing 

Always educate your customers! Most buyers want to know all the advantages and features of a product before they commit to a purchase. This is particularly beneficial for e-commerce sites. If you can’t provide the means for customers to physically see your products, online product descriptions need to be abundant and accurate. 

2. Know what your customers want to know

Assess what type of information your customers find pertinent and interesting. Websites that lack information or showcase irrelevant content can have an adverse effect by pushing buyers to leave the site. Put yourself in your audience’s shoes. If you were purchasing a similar product or service, what would you find important? What would you find relevant ? What would help you decide to purchase?

3. Create interactive material 

Add tutorial videos, blogs and pictures to your website. Showcase why your product or service will solve your audience’s problem or improve their life. Include the following:

  • Case studies
  • How-to content that highlights your products
  • Demo videos

4. Give your clients a reminder

Once users have explored your website and gathered information, their next step is actually buying the product! Here is where your content has to have the most impact ; you need to remind your audience why your product or service is worth the financial investment. Include the following :

  • Testimonials
  • Customer reviews
  • Details on your sales process

Creating dynamic content can be challenging. Outsourcing website maintenance and content to an agency can be worthwhile as it can significantly increase your sales. Marketing agencies employ marketing and communication professionals equipped with the skill set to write persuasive content that prompts a call to action.   

If you need help with your web content strategy, don’t hesitate to contact us. We will be happy to answer you.