When it comes to social media, one of the most important things is building relationships with others. And what better way to do that than through direct messages? However, many people feel uncomfortable connecting with others in this way because they don’t want to come across as “sleazy.” In this blog post, we will discuss how to connect with people in the DM’s the right way!

1) Connect with others for the right reasons

Don’t initiate a conversation or a DM with the goal of sharing your services or what you do. If it comes up naturally, that’s great, but starting with a pitch will not get you the results or response you likely hoped for.

Instead, connect with people because you want to get to know them and make a connection. People can tell when your intentions are genuine, and they’ll be more likely to respond positively if they feel like you’re just trying to be friendly.

Plus, by connecting with others for the right reasons, you’ll form relationships that are built on trust.

2) Spread positivity and kindness

People love compliments, and we could also use more positivity on social media. Try to focus on spreading kindness, posting genuine compliments, and being relatable.

Not only will this make others more likely to want to connect with you, but it will also help create a positive community on social media. Who knows – maybe someone will return the favor by complimenting you back!

3) Don’t be pushy or cold pitch

Cold pitching can have its place, but not in the DM’s. Direct messages should be reserved for relationship building, not pitching.

Plus it’s a turnoff. The other person will likely feel like they’re being used, and they may not want to connect with you if all you do is pitch them your services or products. Share kind words, ask questions about them, and be real instead!

4) Ask engaging questions

People love answering questions or talking about themselves, so open up the conversation by showing genuine interest and asking questions. This is a great way to show that you care about what they have said, and it will help build rapport.

Also, don’t be scared to share something personal! People relate best with other people when there’s some level of vulnerability. So open up and get vulnerable for better results!

Do you struggle with building relationships on social media? If so, try using some of these tips to connect with people in the DM’s. Not only will these help you build better relationships, but you’ll also make new friends along the way!