1. ❌ Using Personal Numbers for Business
Using a regular WhatsApp number for marketing confuses branding and limits automation.
- Fix: Switch to WhatsApp Business API to enable bulk messaging, templates, automation, and integrations. ✅
2. 🗣️ No Personalization in Messages
Generic messages feel spammy and get ignored quickly.
- Fix: Use dynamic fields like names, city, or product interest to personalize each message. 📍
3. 📉 Ignoring Opt-In Policy
Sending messages without consent is a red flag and can lead to bans.
- Fix: Always collect user opt-in before messaging — through website forms, FB ads, or QR codes. 📝
4. 📅 No Broadcast Scheduling
Manually sending messages wastes time and causes inconsistent delivery.
- Fix: Use broadcast scheduling tools to plan campaigns in advance and ensure timely reach. 🕒
5. 💬 One-Way Communication
Blasting messages without enabling replies creates poor engagement.
- Fix: Add CTAs like “Reply with 1 for more info” to start conversations and convert leads. 💡
6. 📊 No Campaign Analytics
Not tracking delivery, read rates, or clicks = flying blind.
- Fix: Choose platforms with detailed analytics to improve campaign performance. 📈
7. 😑 Boring, Text-Only Messages
Plain messages lack attention-grabbing power.
- Fix: Use images, buttons, PDFs, and videos for rich, interactive messaging. 🎥🖼️
8. 🕵️♂️ Not Verifying the Business Profile
An unverified profile loses trust and credibility.
- Fix: Apply for the green tick verification and complete your profile (logo, website, info). ✅
9. 🌐 Ignoring Language & Local Culture
Sending messages only in English may not connect well in Gujarat.
- Fix: Use Gujarati or Hindi English language versions to build local trust and relatability. 🗣️
10. 🙅♂️ No Follow-Up or Drip Sequences
One-time messages rarely convert customers.
- Fix: Build WhatsApp drip campaigns to nurture leads over days with useful info & offers. 🔁
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