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Social Media Marketing for Contractors

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Course Description:

Social media is the most powerful free marketing tool available to contractors—if you know how to use it correctly. This course breaks down platform-specific strategies, viral content frameworks for local businesses, and conversion tactics that turn followers into paying clients.

What You’ll Learn:

  • Platform-specific strategies (Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, YouTube)
  • Content that goes viral in your local market
  • Hashtag strategies for contractors
  • Building and engaging a local following
  • Converting social media followers to leads
  • Influencer and partnership strategies
  • Social media advertising basics
  • Analytics and what actually matters

Who This Is For:
Contractors who want to leverage social media for business growth but are tired of posting with zero results.

Course Content

Foundations of Social Media for Contractors
5 Topics
Why Social Media is Critical for Contractors?
Choosing the Right Platforms for Contractors?
Defining Your Social Media Goals & KPIs
Understanding Your Target Audience on Social Media
Competitor Analysis: What Are Other Contractors Doing?
Building a Professional Social Media Presence
6 Topics
Consistent Visual Branding Across Platforms
Crafting a Compelling Bio & Value Proposition
Setting Up a Dedicated Business Email & Phone for Social Inquiries
Creating a “Portfolio” Highlight / Album
Verifying Your Business & Adding Social Proof
Content Strategy & Creation for Contractors
5 Topics
Content Pillars for Contractors
Photography & Videography Basics for Job Sites
Creating Engaging Short‑Form Video (Reels, Stories, TikTok)
Writing Captions That Convert
Developing a Content Calendar
Engagement, Community Building & Lead Generation
6 Topics
Mastering Engagement: Replies, Comments & Direct Messages (DMs)
Using Polls, Q&As, and Questions in Stories
Joining & Participating in Local Facebook Groups & Reddit Communities
Lead Magnets for Contractors
Running Targeted Facebook/Instagram Ads for Local Leads
Converting Social Followers into Appointments
Analytics, Optimization & Advanced Tactics
5 Topics
Key Social Media Metrics Contractors Must Track
Using Platform Analytics Tools
A/B Testing Content & Ads
Optimizing Posting Schedule Based on Data
Advanced Tactic: Retargeting Campaigns