How a Bakery in Strijdompark Got 100 New Customers From One Facebook Post
Let me tell you about Thandi. She runs a tiny bakery in Strijdompark, Randburg. For months, she posted random photos of cupcakes on Facebook and hoped someone would show up. Then she hired us to fix her social media strategy. One post later—“Tag your baking buddy in Strijdompark for a free brownie”—and she got 500 comments. Her inbox flooded with orders. How? Not luck—just smart social media marketing that actually works for Randburg small businesses.
Why Randburg Businesses Waste Time on the Wrong Platforms
Here’s the truth: Posting on every platform is a waste. Most locals in Ferndale or Bryanbrink use WhatsApp and Facebook daily. Instagram? Not so much. TikTok? Only if you’re selling to teens.
Google’s watching this too. If your social profiles don’t link back to your website and Google Business Profile, you’re invisible. Ever heard of “local SEO”? Most Randburg businesses ignore it. Big mistake.
A plumber in Randpark Ridge learned this the hard way. He spent R2,000/month on Instagram ads targeting “plumbing hacks.” Zero calls. After switching to Facebook and WhatsApp ads targeting “emergency plumber in Randpark Ridge,” bookings doubled.
The Sneaky Mistakes Killing Your Social Media Growth
I’ve seen it all. A hair salon in Windsor East posted 10 times a day but never replied to comments. A car wash in Darrenwood used blurry photos that looked like they were taken in 2005. Here’s what kills engagement:
Posting for the sake of it: No plan, no goals.
Ignoring local keywords: Like “hair salon in Bryanbrink” or “car wash near Windsor Glen.”
No calls-to-action: “Like this post” doesn’t pay bills. “Book Now” does.
A coffee shop in Ferndale wasted R3,000 on generic ads. No location tags, no links to their site. After fixing that? Their inbox is full of orders daily.|
How SalesResults Builds Social Media That Works
We don’t guess. We do what works. Here’s our formula:
Hyper-Local Targeting
If you’re a cleaner in Windsor West, we’ll make sure your ads only show up for people in Windsor West. No wasting money on folks in Pretoria.
Content That Gets Shares
We create posts that make locals in Randburg suburbs want to tag friends. Think “Tag your dog groomer in Olivedale” or “Who needs a last-minute cleaner in Strijdompark?”
Speed & Simplicity
Quick replies to comments and DMs. Most Randburg businesses take hours to respond. We fix that.
Track Everything
If you can’t measure it, you can’t fix it. We use free tools like Facebook Insights to show you what’s working.
Real Results From Randburg Business Owners
A florist in Bryanbrink once told us: “I thought social media was just for big brands. Turns out, even small budgets can crush it.” After we helped her run a “Same-Day Delivery” ad targeting Randburg suburbs, her sales jumped 40%.
Quick Wins for Your Social Media (Even If You Don’t Hire Us)
Post less, post better: One killer post a week beats five crummy ones.
Use suburb tags: “Plumber in Blairgowrie” works better than “plumber near me.”
Run a local giveaway: Offer a discount to locals who tag you in a post.
Randburg Resources to Know
SABPP Social Media Tips: Free guides for SA small businesses.
Randburg Digital Meetups: Learn tricks from local pros.
Your Move: Stop Guessing, Start Growing
Social media isn’t about being everywhere. It’s about being where your customers are. Mess it up, and Randburg competitors will steal your lunch. Nail it, and you’ll wonder how you ever survived without it.
Still stuck? We’ll help you sort it out. No fancy jargon, just marketing that works.
P.S. A vet clinic in Sharonlea started adding “Randburg” to every post. Their Facebook reach tripled. Imagine that for your business in Aldara Park or Malanshof.
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