Here are some examples of compelling questions that your fans won’ t be able to resist to answer:
The short and direct question: What is your favorite __________________? Or What would you do if you won the lottery today? The choice of questions you can ask is unlimited so ask away and see how people respond.
Either / or questions Again this is a simple question where you give your fans two options to ask which one they would prefer.
Would you rather ____________ or _____________?
Example: Would you rather have a Lamborghini or a Ferrari?
Yes / No Questions This is similar to the either / or question but this time your fans need to answer yes or no.
Do you think that ______________ will win the game tomorrow? Yes or no?
Do you think that this seasons Mad Men is as good as last seasons?
Decide whether you want to prompt your fans by asking the“ yes or no” question at the end so they know what kind of response you are expecting from them. If they know you are only expecting a one-word answer, they will be far more likely to answer you.
Photo Questions Our fans respond really well to these. You simply post an image of something then ask a question about it. It can be something as simple as posting a new item of stock or the results of a job you just completed and asking,“ What do you think of this?”
For example, if you have attended a conference or trade show, post an aerial shot of the event and ask if your fans can spot you or your stand at the event.
Drop hints( e. g. Hint: I am wearing a blue and white striped polo shirt or, Hint: we had an orange banner). It makes your fans’ task of answering the question easier. But still remember to keep it short.
Did you know? Questions This is a particularly effective way to delivering information about your products and services. Example: did you know we offer _____________?
Did you know all our products are 100 % organic?
While it is a great way to bring attention to your products or services you should never over-do this type of question.
Survey questions This can be a very powerful question to ask your fans. Not only will it encourage engagement it will give you vital information on how you can help them even more than you do already.
For example: What is the one thing you hate about _______________?
Are you trying to lose weight? What is the biggest obstacle you face?
All of these examples have something in common which is the key to their success: They are short and they are easy to answer. This will encourage more participation from your fans and get people talking about your business.