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September 29, 2023

Optimize your Tiktok profile in 6 easy steps!

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Leidy Cifuentes

Social Media Manager
Congratulations on taking the leap into the TikTok world! 🚀 It's a smart move, and I'm here to confirm your suspicions – TikTok can be an incredibly effective platform for businesses looking to engage with a wider audience and boost their brand presence.

Let's dive into this exciting journey together and start from the basics by optimizing your Tiktok Profile in 6 easy steps:


Step 1: Choose the Perfect Profile Picture

If you are using a random selfie as your profile picture, it’s time to make a change to make sure your personality is captured in the first impression you make! In the example below you can tell she is in a kitchen, it is casual yet describes her!

Action:

Choose a clear, high-quality photo that showcases your personality or niche.

Pro Tip:

A smiling face often works wonders, but get creative if that’s not you!

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Step 2: Craft an Irresistible Username

If your username is something like “@Sarah1234”. if it’s not inspiring  or engaging then it’s time to create a catchy one!

Of course, The restaurant owner realized that people would make more of a connection if she incorporated her name before the name of her restaurant! so far it's been great because people know Doreen works at Spicy Cocina Chicken Hut!!

Action:

Create a unique and memorable username that reflects your content. You can do this by opening tiktok> go to your profile> access settings> edit profile> username field> choose a username > check availability> confirm> profile update

Pro Tip:

Keep it short, avoid special characters if you can, and make it easy to spell and remember. You can also go to https://www.hootsuite.com/social-media-tools/tiktok-username-generator to get some username ideas if you're struggling with coming up with one!

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Step 3: Write a Captivating Bio +CTA

If your bio says something like "I make videos." then it’s time to realize that’s not engaging enough

Action:

Craft a short and intriguing bio that tells viewers what you're all about and add a CTA (call to action). Here you are telling them to call your or to visit your website for more! Below they will have the links to do so.

Pro Tip 1:

You can use the following formula : What you do, who you help, how you help

For example: I help e-commerce businesses bring in awareness, leads and sales through UGC strategies. In her Bio we can clearly conclude that she makes Jamaican food and people feel like home! That's the message she continuously conveys.

Pro Tip 2:

Adding a CTA in your TikTok bio is crucial for directing traffic, growing your audience, promoting your brand, and encouraging engagement and actions from your viewers.

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Step 4: Add your website link or links to other social networks + Action Buttons

In this step, go to your TikTok profile settings and add your website link and links to other social networks you're active on. This provides your audience with more ways to connect with you and discover your content across various platforms.

Action:

Register your business on Tiktok to get access to your website link or wait until you reach 1000 followers to get access to it

Pro Tip 1:

Connect your instagram or youtube profile to your Tiktok account. You can do this by opening tiktok> go to your profile> access settings> edit profile>connect instagram> connect youtube

Pro Tip 2:

Enhance your profile's functionality and engagement by adding action buttons to your TikTok profile, especially if you've registered your business. You can do this by opening tiktok> go to your profile> access settings> edit profile> add action buttons

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Step 5: Pin 1-3 videos to your page

Pinning your videos on platforms like TikTok or other social media platforms can be important for several reasons, especially when you're guiding your audience through a specific journey or want to draw attention to critical content!

Action:

Select videos that directly relate to the journey or important content /offer you're promoting. You can do this by opening tiktok> go to your profile> select video>click on three dots at the right bottom > click Pin

Pro Tip:

Respond to comments, ask questions, and acknowledge your loyal followers. You can pin 1 or 3  videos.

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Step 6: Select cover and add text

Make sure to craft engaging thumbnails on TikTok as it's vital to instantly convey your video's content, boost click-through rates, and enhance the overall user experience by setting clear expectations for viewers

Action:  

Select videos that directly relate to the journey or important content you're promoting. You can also showcase any videos that have gone viral or current updates about your business. You can do this by opening TikTok > Recording or uploading a video> edit video details > click next> select cover> add text> adjust> done> save

Pro Tip:

Keep thumbnails clear and easy to understand, even at a small size. Avoid clutter or excessive text.

By following these 6 steps, you'll be well on your way to optimizing your TikTok profile.
Remember, TikTok is a dynamic platform, be adaptable, stay true to your passion, and most importantly, have fun creating content that resonates with your audience :)

Happy TikToking! 🎉

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Posted on
September 29, 2023
Last updated:
December 12, 2023
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