Why more companies are turning to employee advocacy

Employee advocacy is a modern approach to boost reach and engagement

Companies are starting to realize that traditional marketing needs a personal and authentic touch. That’s where Employee Advocacy comes in, and the impact is hard to ignore. Organizations that take it seriously are already seeing real results.

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The benefits of employee advocacy

Social proof & lower ad spend

Platforms like LinkedIn favor personal posts over company page updates. In fact, a post from an employee gets 5x more reach than a corporate one. This means companies can cut back on ad spend while increasing credibility at the same time.

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Content amplification: 100x the reach

Most companies rely on a handful of corporate social media accounts, yet they have hundreds of employees. Imagine the reach when 100 of them share a post. Without any added marketing budget, visibility can grow exponentially.

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Stronger recruitment & employer branding

Your employees' networks are full of potential candidates. When they share content, others naturally get to know your culture and open roles, making recruitment faster and more effective.

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Real impact on revenue and growth

Companies that fully embrace Employee Advocacy tend to grow faster. Research shows that those with a structured program see up to 20% higher revenue growth. Even better: leads that come in via employee advocates are 7x more likely to convert than cold leads.

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Employee advocacy can help companies strategize growth, credibility, and connection. At Apostle, we help organizations bring this to life in a way that fits their people and their culture. Curious to learn where the future of Employee Advocacy is headed? Reach out and we are happy to help you!