It’s no secret that more people are trading in their basic cellular phones and upgrading to smart phones and this trend doesn’t seem to be ending anytime soon. If you’re like most business owners, you know that just advertising won’t cut it anymore.
Today’s consumers can have technology in their hands so you’re going to want to be right there with them. Mobile lead generation gives you the power to render new clients as well as build rapport with current customers.
Listed below are some the of top ways to develop your patron base.
Apps
I’m sure you’ve heard their phrase, “there’s an app for that,” and if you’ve ever searched on a smart phone, there certainly is an app for about anything you’re interested in. Having an application available in the Apple App Store or Google Play Store is a sure-fire way for mobile lead generation.
QR Codes
There’s a reason it’s called Quick Response Codes. Using the camera function on your smart phone, you can take a picture of the barcode like code and get instantly transported to your company’s website.
X (X (formerly Twitter))
Not only can you use X (X (formerly Twitter)) on your desktop, but you can also use it on your smart phone. With over 190 million users (600 million estimated in 2025) on the social networking site, as of July 2011, as a business owner you can potentially reach all these people when they are on the go.
Text Messages
Having a special or just received a new shipment in? Instantly announce this information to your customers through an opt-in text message. You can even offer specials to those who show the text.
Advertising
Advertising on other popular apps, where it makes sense, can lead to numerous mobile lead gen opportunities in just one click.