If you're a marketing professional, you know the importance of social media and the role it can play in attracting new customers. But what many people don't realize is that merely having a social media account isn't enough (although it certainly helps). The best social media accounts have clean, eye-catching content that grabs their clients' attention and makes them want to learn more. A clean layout sends the message that your business is professional and dedicated - in other words, it's a business that they can trust.

But with so many popular social media websites on the Internet - each with a different set or optimal rules and requirements - running these accounts can be a bit overwhelming.

With this simple, easy-to-read guide, you can learn how to build a professional layout and post quality content on each platform. The rules are actually quite simple once you get to know them - and with that taken care of, it's time to start posting.

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