16 Reasons Why Brands, Businesses, and You Should Be Active on Facebook

This infographic showcases 16 reasons why brands, businesses, and you need to be active on Facebook. Note: It can be fun, educational, and profitable.

32.6 million people searched for the word Facebook on Wikipedia in 2012.

77% of people like getting exclusive offers that they can redeem via Facebook.

74% of people on Facebook use it daily, compared to 35% of those on Twitter.

57% of Facebook users have more than 100 friends.

58% of Facebook users have liked a brand.

42% of Facebook users have mentioned a brand in a status update.

41% of Facebook users have shared a link, video or story about a brand.

51% of people who like brands on Facebook say they’re likely to buy a product after liking them.

Facebook posts of less than 80 characters get 27% more engagement than longer posts.

86% of small businesses find Facebook most effective in engaging customers.

51% of small businesses say that wall posts are the most effective Facebook tactic to reach customers.

80% of U.S. social network users prefer to connect with brands through Facebook.

90% of business-to-business companies are currently on Facebook.

58% of Fortune 500 companies have a corporate Facebook Page.

60% of Facebook users will share product information in order to cash in on a deal.

Facebook users who like brands have more influence than those who don’t.

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