#Authenticity is a misleading term when it comes to social media influencers, so let’s not mention that anymore?

#Authenticity is a misleading term when it comes to social media influencers, so let’s not mention that anymore?

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SMI (social media influencers) do NOT need to be authentic. It’s not just that reality checks prove that authenticity has nothing to do with social media influence but also – not surprisingly – their followers/communities accept their community leaders they way they are.

authentic Influencer..
authentic authentic…not true with social influence!

We are deep into end of the year and I can see that blogs, newspapers, TV shows, and podcast are STILL saying that “authenticity is everything” when it comes to choosing a SMI. I’ve found out that this is simply not true…

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That’s right, I’ve found out that:

  1. SMI are community builders. The community that they’ve built – through the days/months/years – accepts them they way they are, whether they are “authentic” or not.
  2. Being “authentic” has nothing to do with influence. SMI can be authentic or not, and still influence (more details about that here).
  3. Being non-authentic can be very authentic… 🙂
Whether you are seen by outsiders as "authentic" or no... Don't worry, your true community will accept you THE WAY YOU ARE, Influencer!
Whether you are seen by outsiders as “authentic” or no… Don’t worry, your true community will accept you THE WAY YOU ARE, Influencer!

More tips for Influencers.

Should I coin a new business term? #StoryTelling
Should I coin a new business term? #StoryTelling Source: https://www.dearmishudad.com/coin-new-business-term-storytelling/

Related:

If It Can’t Be Transactional, Then What Am I Getting from Influencer Marketing at All?


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I am the creator of Dear Mishu, a dog character that gives underdog advice to humans on social media. I originally built the account to learn about influencers and how they work. Over time, the account grew and Dear Mishu became a real social media influencer with a community of followers who ask her for advice. I use this experience and my 20 years of marketing experience to help brands understand how to reach their goals through Influencer Marketing and Social media branding.