Follow-us - NEETs as Social Media Managers for SMEs

In 2024, social media is a must for your business!

📱 While traditional marketing still works, social media is key for reaching your audience, understanding their needs, and boosting your brand.
If you've been hesitant, it's time to dive in!

💪 This tool offers endless opportunities to connect with customers and grow your business:
🚀 Increase brand awareness
💬 Engage with customers
👍 Manage your online reputation

With our platform, you can boost your social media presence effortlessly with the help of NEEts: https://follow-us.erasmus.site/

📊 Latest stats from Eurostat show some promising trends in unemployment rates in the EU! In January 2024, the overall unemployment rate in the EU remained stable at 6.0%, but for young people under 25, the numbers are still challenging.

With a youth unemployment rate of 14.9% in the EU and 14.5% in the euro area, it's clear there's still work to be done to support our youth in finding meaningful employment opportunities.

Check out the full report on the Eurostat website for more details: https://tinyurl.com/4fu5nyt9

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The Follow Us platform is now available 📣 Attention 📣 Young people, trainers and companies, we have exciting news for you ❗
👩🎓👨🎓 Youth, do you want to train in social media? Register, train with our community manager course and connect with companies all over Europe.
👩🏫👨🏫 Do you work in a third sector organisation? Register and take the course for trainers and offer digital training in your organisation.
Do you have a company and want to improve your digital presence? Register and connect with young people trained to improve your digital showcase.

🔗 https://follow-us.erasmus.site/

🆓 Remember that there is no cost to users. Follow Us is a project co-funded by the European Union.

Yesterday we had the pleasure of holding the final conference of the Follow-Us project at the Chamber of Commerce of Mallorca.

During this session, we had the presence of Susana Pinyar Estudio., marketing and branding expert who gave us a talk about the importance for SMEs to have a presence in social networks.

🖥 We also presented the three main results of the project, The training programme for NEETs, The Upskill Course and Teachers Book for Social Inclusion Workers and the Follow-Us Platform.

We would like to thank all those who participated in the session, as well as all of you who joined us in this adventure. We hope you enjoy the deliverables and that you embark on the world of social media with the Follow Us tools. 📲

Visit our platform and start your journey as a community manager: FollowUS (erasmus.site)

Would you like to find out the outlines of and meet the partners in person or virtually?
✅Then take part in the project´s final conference in Mallorca, which will be held in Spanish and English!

🔹Social media presence is crucial for business: Follow-us enables to receive specialized consultancy from our trained social media managers.

🔹Join us to find out more about how the project can support your company: we will present our brand new matching platform which will connect you with the most suitable professional!

✏️✏️✏️Register here:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfWfWBs9aAOyiGD2X3tfX9FBiCGffC9LoDmKGUP-IT7GyYrqA/viewform?fbzx=8957380933505631242

Camara de Comercio de Mallorca
21st March 2024!
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Cambra de Comerç de Mallorca
Centre 4 Education
ITKAM - Italian Chamber of Commerce for Germany

In today's fast-paced digital world, leveraging social media is not just an option; it's a necessity for entrepreneur or future entrepreneurs. 🌐

Whether you're launching a startup, building your personal brand, or seeking investment opportunities, social media platforms offer unparalleled reach and connectivity.
Through strategic use of platforms like LinkedIn, Twitter, and Instagram, entrepreneurs can:
📈 Build brand awareness and credibility
🤝 Forge valuable connections with industry leaders and potential collaborators
🎯 Target specific demographics for marketing campaigns
💡 Showcase expertise and thought leadership
💬 Engage with customers and gather feedback in real-time

By joining Follow-Us - program, you'll gain access to a supportive community of like-minded individuals passionate about innovation and growth. Our platform provides invaluable resources, networking opportunities, and mentorship to empower you on your social media journey.

Ready to take the first step towards your dreams?
Join the Follow-Us community today and unleash your potential! Learn more about our program and how it can jumpstart your career by visiting: https://follow-us.org/

Are you working on your SME's digital strategy for 2024? 📣

Follow Us brings you the top 5 social media trends for this year:

1️⃣ It's time to use augmented reality! Platforms like Instagram and Snapchat are leading the way with AR filters that transform our self-portraits into interactive experiences.

2️⃣ Niche social media. There is a growing trend of users leaning towards niche social networking platforms. These platforms cater to specific interests or communities, providing a more focused and personalised experience.

3️⃣ Work with influencers and micro-influencers!

4️⃣ Ephemeral content marketing: Stories on platforms such as Instagram and Snapchat provide a sense of urgency and exclusivity, making users more likely to engage.

5️⃣ Direct shopping from social media: utilise the functionality of social media and enhance the shopping experience for internet users.

Follow Us community managers will be able to help you! More information about the project can be found here: https://follow-us.org/

*Source: IEBSchool.

📲Are you a small business looking to take your company to the next level?
If so, stick around and learn how a community manager could help you achieve your marketing goals.

Digital communication and social media presence has become the primary way to target a company's marketing objectives. If you want to increase your engagement and create a loyal user base you need to be where they are, and in today's digital world, that's social media.

We know that starting to create a digital strategy is not an easy task. That's why hiring a community manager will facilitate this process.
You may ask, what is a community manager? It is a professional who is in charge of building and managing the online community around a brand. Their goal is to create a loyal community and engage with customers.

So, what are the benefits of having a Community Manager?
- You will save time
- Get Digital Presence
- Generate Quality Content
- Have a better communication with clients
- Have a better measurement of results

Check out our platform, register as a company and get in touch with community managers to generate content and social media strategies: https://follow-us.erasmus.site/

🌐💡 Digital Inclusion is a game-changer for young individuals, especially those identified as NEETs. In today's world, being digitally is not just a skill; it opens a multitude of opportunities. Ensuring universal access to technology is crucial to prevent any young person from being left behind.

When we discuss NEETs, it's not just about numbers. It's about unlocking the potential of our future leaders. That's why our project aims to serve as a hub for NEETs, companies, and social inclusion workers. Through our efforts, we strive to create a space where NEETs can enhance their digital skills in collaboration with companies.

If you're seeking a Social Media Community Manager to help you navigate these initiatives, you can find one through our Follow-us Platform:
1️⃣ Register here: https://follow-us.erasmus.site/
2️⃣ Share your thoughts in our questionnaire: Your opinion matters! https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdX7h1o63dHlKuqm-n0att6F8BrHC6fP-DwMP1ZAg5zFg3KEg/viewform
3️⃣ The platform will connect you with a social media manager that aligns with your company's needs!

In our shared commitment to the well-being of young people, we recognize the growing challenge of discriminating content on social media. As social workers, you play a crucial role in guiding and supporting youth through these experiences. Here are some tips to navigate this important aspect of your work:

1️⃣ Open Dialogue:
Foster open conversations with young people about their online experiences. Create a safe space for them to share any discriminatory content they may encounter.

2️⃣ Educate on Online Etiquette:
Empower youth with knowledge about respectful online behavior. Discuss the impact of discriminatory content and help them understand the importance of treating others with kindness and empathy.

3️⃣ Teach Digital Literacy:
Equip young people with the skills to critically assess and navigate online content. Teaching them how to distinguish between reliable and harmful information is a powerful tool.

4️⃣ Promote Reporting Mechanisms:
Encourage the use of reporting features on social media platforms. Make sure young people know how to report discriminatory content and where to seek help if needed.

5️⃣ Provide Emotional Support:
Acknowledge the emotional toll discriminatory content can take. Be there to offer a listening ear, and guide them in coping strategies to navigate these challenging situations.

6️⃣ Collaborate with Schools and Communities:
Work collaboratively with educational institutions and community groups to implement awareness programs and interventions aimed at creating a more inclusive online environment.

Remember, your guidance can make a significant impact on the lives of young people navigating the digital world.

✏️If you want to learn more about this topic and social media management in general, you can try out our Social Media Training for Social Workers, that will get launched soon.
Contact us and we'll notify you as soon as the course is online.

Don’t miss the unique opportunity to receive initial free social media consultancy and take your business to the next level!
Register in our new matching platform, let us know what you think about it, and get in touch with the trained social media manager that suits better for your needs!

Click here to register in the platform: https://follow-us.erasmus.site/

Fill in our questionnaire: your opinion matters! https://forms.gle/8X8TzdYaAhWJJ9uq6