Tommy Wathen

Tommy Wathen Tommy Wathen. Essex. Social Media and Digital Marketing. Director of Shark Theory Media Ltd

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Nationals Sport Social Media Editor working across Daily Mirror, Daily Star and Daily Express

02/03/2024

When it comes to social media, businesses are often focused on generating leads and income. However, the content being posted online to engage customers is often too basic and fails to stand out in a crowded feed 📲

With short attention spans and an abundance of businesses vying for attention, it's more important than ever to make sure your content is the best it can be

As a journalist, I was always told to "Think Like A Reader," and the same can be said for marketing to your customers 👥

If you were a member of the public looking for a product or service, would the content being produced be enough to convince you to spend your hard-earned money?

If the answer is no, it's time to invest more time and effort into developing content that offers value, tells your story, and explains to your customer why they should choose you

A low-quality image, basic graphic, or post filled with spelling mistakes will not attract the customers and sales you want ❌

To stand out and secure a premium slot targeting your ideal audience, you could also consider paid advertising. But don't forget the importance of high-quality, engaging content

Remember, on social media, you're not just competing with other businesses, but with countless other distractions. Make sure your content is worth your customer's time and attention 💯

Something I thought was quite interesting to share today... 👀Earlier this afternoon, I was having a conversation on What...
25/02/2024

Something I thought was quite interesting to share today... 👀

Earlier this afternoon, I was having a conversation on WhatsApp with a business owner who was looking for digital marketing services, including social media management

I explained how Shark Theory Media Ltd works and sent over my website link and social media profiles to showcase my business and give them a flavour of what we offer 🦈

The first reply? 🙄 A screengrab of Shark Theory Media's page questioning why my page only has 122 followers

Straight away, I was getting red flags about the type of working relationship we'd have if we worked together, but also felt like it was right for me to explain and defend my business 🚩

I explained how the amount of followers shouldn't be a business owner's guide on how successful a business is

1️⃣ There are services out there to buy fake followers (not that I have any idea why someone would waste their money on bot accounts)

2️⃣ I'd rather have 10 followers on my page who interact regularly and include customers/suppliers spending money with my business than 100,000 followers that don't

If you run a business, don't get too focused on the amount of likes or followers your page has

Focus on the amount of engagement you are getting, the loyal digital audience you are building for your brand and how these followers are resulting in more conversions for your business 📈

19/02/2024

Something I've always spoke about is the power of the word... 𝗪𝗛𝗬

We all KNOW that our businesses are amazing and customers SHOULD love spending money with us

But 𝗪𝗛𝗬?

𝗪𝗛𝗬 should people care about your business over a competitor?
𝗪𝗛𝗬 should they spend money with you rather than someone else?
𝗪𝗛𝗬 are you different to similar businesses in the same industry?
𝗪𝗛𝗬 is your service better than someone else?

These questions should be at the heart of your marketing plan because if you can explain this information to your target audience in an engaging way through powerful content, you'll build trust and offer value to customers - and they'll put their hands in their pockets for you

18/02/2024

What qualities make the perfect SMM client?

As an agency, we know that some business owners prefer to give us creative freedom, while others want to work closely with us on content

Is a higher monthly management fee an indicator of a better client who values our work more? Or does it come with higher expectations and stress?

I'd love to hear from other SMM businesses about what they think makes the perfect client. Share your stories

17/02/2024

Online marketing has evolved tremendously over the years, yet some business owners are still stuck in the past

Back in the day, setting up a Facebook or Instagram page and sharing basic information about your products or services would have been enough to get some good exposure and pick up lots of work

However, with the current landscape, you have to completely adapt how you approach your digital marketing

With so many brands online and battling for customers, it's essential to understand that there isn't some magic code or method that will guarantee anything online, except a massive paid advertising budget

The good news is that you don't always have to publish the "perfect" post, as nobody knows what that actually is

Be creative, think outside the box, show personality, and most importantly, add value to your customer's lives

Don't make your social media advertising a chore; it should be one of the fun parts where you get to celebrate your business, connect with customers, and generate more income

If something goes wrong, sit and decide whether it was a terrible idea or just posted in the wrong way, at the wrong time, or aimed at the wrong audience

Remember, the online marketing game has changed, and it's time to adapt to stay ahead of the competition

16/02/2024

A trip out to Witham today for a meeting with a potential new client 👥

We love working with and learning more about local Essex businesses - including today where we were given a guided tour around a fantastic location

📲 Email [email protected] for bespoke social media packages

09/02/2024
A little shout out LinkedIn post for PolicyBee 🐝 When I first launched Shark Theory Media Ltd and wanted to start gettin...
09/02/2024

A little shout out LinkedIn post for PolicyBee 🐝

When I first launched Shark Theory Media Ltd and wanted to start getting clients, I had absolutely no idea what business insurances I'd need

I was recommended to try PolicyBee and I arranged a call - and it ended up being a fantastic decision 🎉

It was a very simple process where I was asked to explain my business, what products or services I'd be offering, who I'd be selling to and any issues that could arise in the future

And that was it! I was told my monthly premium, set up payments and my insurance documents were available in no time 📲

🔗 If you need business insurance, check out PoliceBee online here: www.policybee.co.uk/refer/vsgr-516

The importance of storytelling in social media marketing 🚨I saw an advert for 'Dynamo Is Dead' and although I've always ...
01/02/2024

The importance of storytelling in social media marketing 🚨

I saw an advert for 'Dynamo Is Dead' and although I've always liked Dynamo and respected his talents as a magician, the programme just didn't jump out at me as something I need to watch

However, after listening to Steven Frayne's interview on Jaackmaate's Happy Hour Podcast talking about the show, I felt emotionally invested in the TV programme and felt the need to watch it ASAP

Why did this happen? Because rather than just seeing an advert for another TV show, I got to understand what the show was about, what went into creating it and the important messages I could connect to if I sat down and watched it

When selling a product or service on social media, you have to give your followers something they can connect with - and there is no better way than through storytelling

I've now watched the show and thought it was incredible - and it's so nice to see Steven healthy, happy and doing what he loves again

I've been watching Steven Bartlett's 'Behind The Diary' YouTube vlog - and he made an inspirational comment at one of hi...
31/01/2024

I've been watching Steven Bartlett's 'Behind The Diary' YouTube vlog - and he made an inspirational comment at one of his talks to a member of the public 👇

There are two types of people. The person who believed they could and the person who believed they couldn't - and both of those people are probably right

Having the right mindset in business is so important 💯

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Welcome to the official Diary Of A CEO vlog channel. I want to take you guys behind the scenes... I want to show you everything you don't get to see on the D...

30/01/2024

One word within social media marketing that will change your performance and the results you get forever

Consistency. But what does that mean and why is it so important?

We're not just talking about daily posts, but having a social media strategy that focuses on providing your target audience with professional, on brand and engaging content

Doing this will boost your brand awareness and help you build a loyal, engaged audience who know when and what to expect from your business

You simply cannot set up a new Facebook or Instagram page and expect it to go viral overnight. Think of this situation like planting a seed and expecting a tree in your garden within 24hr - it's just not possible

It needs time. It needs watering daily and it needs lots of love, care and attention

Why else is consistency important when it comes to social media management for businesses?

1) The more consistent you are on social media, the stronger your brand awareness will be and your target audience will start recognising your business from the content you produce and the tone of voice you're using

2) Too many people think that running social media accounts is about publishing promotional content about your product/service and expecting flocks of people wanting to spend money with you. Social media is about being social and having an opportunity to engage with the public to understand more about what they want, how they want it, and how you can adapt your business to deliver the results they want. The stronger your bond with your followers, the more trust they have in your brand when making decisions over whether to part with their hard-earned money

3) Social media platforms love pages to be active. However, as already mentioned, you shouldn't just post for the sake of it. Your posts must provide value to your followers. Show some personality. Give them something to engage with and create real-time conversations around your business. This is a key reason why businesses find their Reach is suffering

4) First impressions count. When someone clicks on your Facebook, Instagram, X, or TikTok account, you have seconds to impress them and build instant trust before they're gone and looking at a competitor's page. Do you want your page to show that you haven't been active for days, or give them the trust that they can contact your page and get an answer within minutes/hours. This shows that you care about your customers and they're not just there for you to take money from them

5) People always talk about wanting to be 'Top of Google', but what about the importance and impact of being 'Top of Mind' instead. Posting consistently on social media means that your business is always providing your audience with fresh content, meaning that when opportunities come up in your market, your followers are quick to recommend you before your competitors get a chance to sell to them

My final message would be to make sure to understand that social media success isn't a sprint - it's a marathon. Don't expect an easy overnight win because you'll be left disappointed. Set realistic targets, be consistent and watch your accounts grow as your business grows too. Keep feeding that seed and you'll be enjoying climbing that tree in the future

30/01/2024

Shark Theory Media 𝐋 𝐓 𝐃 🦈

Earlier today (January 9, 2024), we received confirmation that Shark Theory Media is now a private limited company

We're extremely excited about the future ahead with our fantastic clients 💙

📲 Email [email protected] for bespoke packages

⚒️ West Ham United European record under David Moyes:✅ W vs Dinamo Zagreb✅ W vs Rapid Wein✅ W vs Genk❌ L vs Dinamo Zagre...
21/09/2023

⚒️ West Ham United European record under David Moyes:

✅ W vs Dinamo Zagreb
✅ W vs Rapid Wein
✅ W vs Genk
❌ L vs Dinamo Zagreb
✅ W vs Rapid Wein
➖ D vs Genk
❌ L vs Sevilla (A)
✅ W vs Sevilla (H)
➖ D vs Lyon (H)
✅ W vs Lyon (A)
❌ L vs Frankfurt (H)
❌ L vs Frankfurt (A)

✅ W vs Viborg (H)
✅ W vs Viborg (A)
✅ W vs FCSB (H)
✅ W vs Silkeborg (A)
✅ W vs Anderlecht (A)
✅ W vs Anderlecht (H)
✅ W vs Silkeborg (H)
✅ W vs FCSB (A)
✅ W vs AEK Larnaca (A)
✅ W vs AEK Larnaca (H)
➖ D vs KAA Gent (A)
✅ W vs KAA Gent (H)
✅ W vs AZ Alkmaar (H)
✅ W vs AZ Alkmaar (A)
🏆 W vs Fiorentina (N)

Total: W x 20, D x 3, L x 4

21/09/2023

I met Suzanne Hedges back in November 2018 and listened to her heartbreaking account of the day that her son, Ricky Hayden, was stabbed to death outside his Essex home 🚨

Ricky was defending his family when his life was cruelly stolen from him - and life has never been the same for Suzanne

Words can’t describe how much that conversation hit me and how much respect I have for Suzanne and her family for continuing to fight in Ricky’s name

‘Killer At The Crime Scene’ will tell Ricky’s story on My5 on October 9th 📺

🔪

https://www.facebook.com/essexlivenews/videos/1954860201294820/

I stumbled across this tweet today from Swindon Town Football Club offering 'aspiring media professionals' the chance to...
28/02/2023

I stumbled across this tweet today from Swindon Town Football Club offering 'aspiring media professionals' the chance to get involved with a professional football club

The link diverts to an advert on their website that requests those applying to have:

- Access to travel and/or a valid driving licence

- Your own equipment (i.e. mobile phone, laptop, camera, etc)

Being able to drive yourself to games or get a train/bus doesn't seem too much to ask - especially when expenses are being offered so nobody is out of pocket. Also, if you are an aspiring media professional, I'd imagine that you'd have a mobile phone and enjoy taking photos and videos at matches

Students are always being guided into work experience, so I'm genuinely baffled by the reaction to this post

My journey in sports reporting started at West Ham United FC in similar circumstances. I was voluntary to start, before being paid expenses for my increased workload - but I was getting huge opportunities that other students at my level were not getting

This experience had a huge impact on my education and my future route into full-time sports reporting. I appreciate everyone at West Ham United that gave me opportunities to learn outside of the classroom despite, at the time, not having the correct qualificiations

If Swindon Town were asking for full-time hours, I'd be saying something completely different

However, the advert clearly states that hours worked are dictated by the availability that the candidate wants to offer the club

A shout out to Callum Knowles and the Swindon media team for offering students this valuable experience. When I was a student, I'd have jumped that this opportunity and appreciated every second!

https://www.swindontownfc.co.uk/news/2023/february/town-look-to-add-aspiring-creatives-to-media-team/

Tragic news this morning that legendary football commentator John Motson has died, aged 77 😢
23/02/2023

Tragic news this morning that legendary football commentator John Motson has died, aged 77 😢

20/01/2023

A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A SOCIAL MEDIA MANAGER 🚨

Shark Theory Media headed to G.M. Graham Pharmacies in and for a social media content day

⚒ West Ham United are close to confirming a deal to sign Aston Villa striker Danny IngsThe deal reportedly involved the ...
19/01/2023

⚒ West Ham United are close to confirming a deal to sign Aston Villa striker Danny Ings

The deal reportedly involved the Hammers paying £12m up front with a further £3m in add-ons

Ings, 30, is undergoing a medical in East London ahead of signing a contract to join David Moyes' side ✍️

So far this season, Danny Ings has scored six goals in the Premier League, whilst West Ham have only scored 15 as a whole

Ings has scored the same amount of Premier League goals this season as Arsenal star Bukayo Saka and just one less than Leandro Trossard, Mohamed Salah, Gabriel Martinelli and Phil Foden

West Ham fans LOVE when our club signs a new striker 😍It hasn't already gone to plan for the Hammers though ✍️👀🤣
09/01/2023

West Ham fans LOVE when our club signs a new striker 😍

It hasn't already gone to plan for the Hammers though ✍️👀🤣

West Ham have gained a reputation for signing strikers that have struggled in the Premier League.

A personal post following this afternoon's tragic news that West Ham United joint-chairman David Gold has diedI was luck...
04/01/2023

A personal post following this afternoon's tragic news that West Ham United joint-chairman David Gold has died

I was lucky enough to meet Mr Gold on two occasions whilst working with West Ham's media team, including interviewing him for West Ham TV next to the pitch at Upton Park alongside Aditi Chauhan

A lovely gentleman and very, very kind person. A true Hammer that will be missed by his family, friends and the West Ham community

West Ham United have today announced the tragic death of joint-chairman David Gold following a short illnessIn a stateme...
04/01/2023

West Ham United have today announced the tragic death of joint-chairman David Gold following a short illness

In a statement on their official website, David Sullivan said: "On behalf of everyone at the football club, it is with profound sorrow and a heavy heart that we mourn the passing of our colleague and friend, David Gold.

“Of all our joint ventures, none gave us more pride and happiness than the day we took ownership of West Ham United, our Club, in January 2010. David had a long-standing connection with the Hammers, having grown up opposite the Boleyn Ground in Green Street, and represented the Club at junior level. He always wanted what was best for West Ham United, and his passing is a great loss for all of us.”

https://www.express.co.uk/sport/football/1716950/David-Gold-dead-West-Ham-joint-owner-dies-illness-club-statement

We ALL know that one of these footballs will end up on eBay ⚽️😅Probably not as much interest as a bottle of Prime though...
03/01/2023

We ALL know that one of these footballs will end up on eBay ⚽️😅

Probably not as much interest as a bottle of Prime though 🤣

A busy start to my Mirror Football shift today with two live blogs on the go 📲- Brazil says goodbye to football legend P...
03/01/2023

A busy start to my Mirror Football shift today with two live blogs on the go 📲

- Brazil says goodbye to football legend Pele
- Cristiano Ronaldo officially unveiled as a Al-Nassr player

For the latest updates, check out Mirror Football online here: https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/

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