Scheduling a Facebook first comment can significantly enhance your post's reach, drive engagement, and provide a clear call to action.
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What to include in Facebook first comment
There are no strict rules for what you can include in a Facebook first comment, offering you plenty of flexibility. If you’re unsure where to start, here are some ideas:
External links as a call to action
If you want to direct your audience to specific content or a landing page, the first comment is the perfect place to include external links. Instead of simply posting a link, create intrigue by saying something like, “Check out the comments for a surprise!” Then, follow up in the comment section with context, such as, “Access your full report here: <Link to Report>”
Provide additional context to your post
While social media posts have character limits, the first comment can be used to add valuable context.
Research shows that posts with 40 to 80 characters perform best. If you need to elaborate, use the first comment to enrich your post with more information without overwhelming your audience in your original post.
Encourage engagement with a follow-up question
To encourage engagement in a Facebook post, you can ask a follow up question such as, “What do you think about this idea?” or “What are your thoughts on this?” This approach not only invites dialogue but also helps you gain insights into your audience’s opinions.
Leverage first comments to bring your Facebook posts in front of your audience
Enhance the visibility of your Facebook posts by using first comments for additional context, external links, and engagement prompts.
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