Failing to Optimize for Diverse User Environments (Device & Network)

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While smartphones are ubiquitous in Bangladesh, not everyone has the latest model or the fastest internet connection. Sending heavy media files or complex links without consideration can lead to slow loading times, frustrated users, and abandoned interactions.

Deeper Mistake: Assuming all users have broadband-like speeds or unlimited data.
Proactive Solution: Optimize all media for mobile viewing. Compress images and videos without sacrificing quality. Ensure landing pages linked from WhatsApp messages are mobile-responsive and load quickly. Consider offering low-data alternatives for specific content if feasible. This ensures a smooth experience for all users, regardless of their device or network quality.
4. The "One-Way Street" Communication Fallacy
Some businesses use WhatsApp solely for broadcasting messages, treating it like a glorified SMS service. This ignores the app's inherent strength: two-way, instant communication.

Deeper Mistake: Not being prepared for or shop actively encouraging replies and questions.
Proactive Solution: Foster dialogue. End your messages with open-ended questions ("What are your thoughts on this?", "Which product would you like to know more about?"). Ensure your team (or chatbot) is ready to respond promptly and effectively to incoming messages. The true power of WhatsApp for lead generation lies in its ability to facilitate real-time conversations that build rapport and clarify needs.
5. Inadequate Management of Lead Handoffs and Lifecycle
A common flaw in lead generation is the "black hole" after initial contact. Once a lead engages on WhatsApp, what happens next? Lack of a clear process for qualifying, nurturing, and handing off leads to sales can lead to opportunities slipping through the cracks.

Deeper Mistake: Treating WhatsApp conversations as isolated events rather than a crucial step in the lead's journey.