Have you noticed anything different about the menu options when you tap on that plus icon on Instagram? Guides are a brand new way to share and consume content on Instagram. The Guides tab will highlight collections of posts under dedicated topic tiles – which has a Pinterest-like feel to it. If you don’t have access…
How to grow your audience with Instagram Guides
How To Use Reels To Grow Your Instagram
If you are active on Instagram and specifically in stories, you may have noticed the reels feature! This tool is used to attach 15-30 second video clips together. First, you capture the amazing moments, set it to music, and then share it to your feed! Since reels are such a popular feature, then you might…
Integrate Your Social Media and Email Marketing Strategies
Put your digital channels to work for you by integrating your social and email strategy. Image courtesy of Pexels. If you’re utilizing email and social media in your marketing strategy but are not integrating the two, you could be missing out on a big opportunity. These digital platforms complement each other and work together seamlessly…
How to write engaging Instagram captions – Quickly!
Writing engaging Instagram captions can be very difficult, and for some, intimidating. Should your Instagram captions be serious? Funny? Encouraging? What emojis and hashtags should you use? And what about your call-to-action? To help you get started and create Instagram captions that are as great as your photos, here are a few tips to implement…
3 common Instagram myths – BUSTED!
If Instagram is your main platform for communicating your brand, connecting with others in your industry, and engagement then I’m sure you’ve struggled to find the best ways to make your platform successful! There are many voices out there telling you to post every day, spend all of your time engaging, etc – But no…
Why Instagram takeovers are a must
There are many ways to collaborate on Instagram and grow your account! Today I’m sharing one of the most popular methods for growth: Instagram takeovers- and why they are a must! If you’re still new to Instagram, you might not be too familiar with Instagram takeovers yet – so let me tell you what it…
Why videos are a must on Instagram
Videos are one of the hottest trends on Instagram this year. Do you jump up and down with joy – or anxiety – when I say recording videos? I’m frequently asked on the importance of utilizing videos. Are there rules involved? What are the best guidelines for length? What type of content belongs in videos?…
How to avoid the follow and unfollow game – forever!
Instagram can be brutal in terms of competition and how to attract the right crowd to your account. Unfortunately, many entrepreneurs and bloggers are still doing this creepy “Follow and unfollow” ritual, which is difficult for even the best of us to avoid. It can be frustrating to gain quality followers only to see that…
The Number One Mistake I Keep Seeing On Instagram
Instagram is my favorite social media platform, and as you might know, my once successful account was hacked and I had to start all over again. What have I learned and how have I re-gained a strong audience? As a social media strategist for people, I’m constantly improving my skills and studying about social media….
How to take scroll-stopping pictures on your phone
Taking pictures is an art form, but even for beginners, there are ways to get the best out of a shot with a simple phone camera. However, you don’t have to be a professional photographer, nor do you need to pay money for some great shots that are Instagram-worthy. I like to play around with…
3 numbers that matter most on Instagram
We like to think that the number of our followers are all that matters for our Instagram account. But the fact is, there are other numbers that matters more – and I’ll explain to you why. I’m going to put it into perspective here: Look at the 3 examples below, of which I will talk…
Super quick ways to improve your Instagram bio
The first impression matters a lot on Instagram. When someone takes a quick glance at your profile you want them to get hooked and press that follow button. A powerful way to attract the right people? Having a strong and optimized bio. It is one of the first things people will notice when they discover…
4 secrets to killing it on Instagram stories
I’m the biggest fan of creating stories on Instagram and learned to love them so much! If you’re not fully engaged in creating stories yet, I highly suggest to get on it, because they’re a game-changer. Let me share some of my secrets with you, and what makes a good Instagram story that attracts more…
Where to find Insta worthy pictures
Once you have an Instagram account, one thing that you want to incorporate to attract new followers and keep your profile livid and interesting are pictures. After all, Instagram is a visual app! For a professional photographer, this is an easy one, as they have a full portfolio to dig into and choose their best…
How To Plan Your Instagram for 2021
With the new year quickly approaching, it is important to have a plan in place for your social media. This plan will help you stay consistent, and we all know consistency is key in order to have a profitable Instagram. There are a few things I want to share with you about how I am…
3 Instagram Predictions for 2021
You might want to sit down for this one because I’m about to come at you with some heat… Ok not exactly like that, but rumor has it that Instagram is coming out with some new features, AND some current features are trending to be the most influential in 2021. A few game-changers for sure….
Your Quick Guide To Making Sales On Instagram on Black Friday
It’s that time of year and the holiday discounts are going to begin flooding in! Now is your chance to introduce the offer you have been planning for – and offered it as a Black Friday special. So, here’s your quick guide to making sales on Instagram on black Friday! Develop the like/trust and know…
