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By Terrena Rathanlall
Let’s be real - having a strong online presence isn’t just nice to have anymore. If your business isn’t visible online, does it even exist? (Spoiler: not really).
According to Google Consumer Insights, 81% of shoppers research a brand online before making a decision. If they can’t find you - or worse, if they find a neglected website from 2014 - you’re losing business.
But don’t panic. Building a powerful online presence doesn’t mean spending 24/7 on social media. Here’s how to show up consistently, build credibility, and attract your dream customers - without the overwhelm.
1. Get clear on your brand (because confusion kills trust)
If your brand message is all over the place, your audience won’t stick around to figure it out. You need to be clear, memorable, and consistent.
Know who you’re talking to. What are their biggest struggles? What do they care about? Speak their language.
Have a signature brand voice. Are you witty? Straight-to-the-point? Deep and insightful? Own it.
Look the part. Your visuals, website, and social media should feel cohesive - same fonts, same colour scheme, same overall vibe.
Pro tip: Your brand is what people say about you when you’re NOT in the room. Make sure it’s something good.
2. Make your website work for you (not against you)
Your website is your digital headquarters. It should be fast, functional, and easy to navigate - not a scavenger hunt.
Mobile-first, always - More than 60% of web traffic comes from mobile (so if your site isn’t mobile-friendly, you’re in trouble).
Clear calls-to-action (CTAs) - Make it painfully obvious what visitors should do next (Book a call? Download a freebie? Buy something?).
SEO matters - Because what’s the point of an amazing website if no one can find it? (Use tools like Ubersuggest or Google Keyword Planner to improve rankings).
Stat: 88% of users won’t return to a website after a bad experience. Ouch.
3. Be consistent on social media (without posting every day)
No, you don’t have to be on every platform (unless you want to burn out). Pick 1-2 platforms where your audience actually hangs out and show up consistently.
Focus on engagement, not just posting. Ask questions, start conversations, and reply to comments like a human.
Mix up your content. Share stories, behind-the-scenes moments, client wins, and value-packed posts—not just promos.
Use scheduling tools. Save time with tools like Later, Buffer, or Hootsuite so you’re not glued to your phone 24/7.
Stat: Brands that engage with their audience on social media see a 20-40% increase in customer spending.
4. Use content to build authority (and attract the right customers)
Content marketing isn’t just about talking - it’s about educating, inspiring, and building trust so people actually want to do business with you.
Create valuable content: Write blog posts, share quick tips on social media, and record short videos.
Repurpose your content: Turn one blog post into a LinkedIn post, an email, and an Instagram reel less work, more impact.
Be useful, not just promotional: 80% value, 20% selling. Give people a reason to follow you besides just pitching your offers.
Stat: Content marketing costs 62% less than traditional marketing but generates 3x more leads.
5. Start an email list (your most valuable digital asset)
Social media algorithms can change overnight. Your email list is the one thing you OWN.
Offer a lead magnet: Give away something valuable (like checklists, ebooks, tutorials) to grow your list.
Be consistent: Email your list at least once a week with insights, tips, and offers (without sounding spammy).
Keep it simple: You don’t need fancy software Mailchimp, ConvertKit, or MailerLite work just fine.
Stat: Email marketing delivers an average R42 for every R1 spent. That’s a 4200% ROI - no, that’s not a typo.
Build it right, and they will come. A strong online presence isn’t about doing everything - it’s about doing the right things consistently.
👉 Clarify your brand
👉 Fix your website
👉 Show up on social media with purpose
👉 Create valuable content
👉 Own your audience with email marketing
Which of these steps are you focusing on right now?
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