Want More Leads from Social Media? Stop Doing This One Thing

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Brenda Eckhardt

Are you showing up on social media constantly but still not seeing the leads you want?

It’s frustrating, right? You’re putting in the time, doing “all the things,” but… crickets.

If that sounds familiar, there’s a high chance you’re doing what so many business owners unintentionally do:
📌 You’re educating too much—and not selling enough.

Let’s break down what that means and how to fix it.


The Oversharing Trap (Yes, It’s a Thing)

We’ve all been told: “Give value! Educate your audience!”
And that’s true—to a point.

But if you’re spending 100% of your content teaching and never saying,
👉 “Here’s how to work with me,”
👉 “Here’s the next step,”
👉 “Book now,” or
👉 “Let me help you with this…”

Then you’re building a library—not a business.

🚫 Information alone doesn’t convert.
People need an invitation to take action.


Content That Converts Starts With Clarity

Here’s what I’ve seen again and again:

✅ The clients who grow fastest are the ones who create clear, direct offers.
✅ They don’t just share tips—they say what they offer, who it’s for, and how to buy.

💡 Your audience needs to be reminded what your service is, why it matters, and what it looks like to work with you.

Because if you never invite them in… they’re just going to keep scrolling.


How to Make the Shift Today

Let’s simplify this:

📌 Instead of just giving tips, try this:

  • “This is the mistake I help my clients avoid.”
  • “If you’re stuck here, I have a solution.”
  • “Here’s what it looks like when we work together.”
  • “DM me ‘READY’ if you’re ready to fix this.”

📌 Mix your content types:
✅ 60% value (education, tips, insights)
✅ 20% personal (behind the scenes, stories, client wins)
✅ 20% promotional (clear CTAs, offers, sales posts)

That balance builds trust, connection, and action.


Final Takeaway: Don’t Just Inform—Invite

If you’re pouring your heart into educational content but not seeing results,
this is your sign to start being bolder with your offers.

✔️ Clarity leads to conversion.
✔️ Invitation creates action.
✔️ Selling isn’t pushy—it’s service.

Your next step: Go look at your last 5 posts.
Did you make an offer?
If not, take one of them and add a clear, confident CTA.

And if you want help refining your content strategy to actually drive leads, let’s connect! I’d love to help you turn visibility into sales—without the stress. 🚀

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