Instagram is the foundation of so many brands’ social presence. The platform is proven to drive traffic, support sales and engage customers. And that’s why 59% of marketers plan to up their investment in Instagram this year. But if you’re not thrilled with your Instagram growth and engagement, you’re not alone. Competition on the platform is … Read more
Wondering if you should use Instagram reels or TikTok? Both platforms are great for marketing, but you should know which works best for your unique goals. Thanks to the spontaneous and massive engagement associated with short-form video content, TikTok is seen as leading in the world of fast, creative video content. However, Instagram is fast … Read more
The Instagram algorithm is the gatekeeper to success on the platform. Master the algorithm, and you’ll unlock access to more followers and higher engagement. Ignore the algorithm, and your account could be doomed to obscurity—regardless of how good or wanted your content is. Instagram’s algorithms change from time to time, and we do our best … Read more
When you want to make an impression on people, you no doubt do things to enhance your personality. You wear the clothes that suit you best or if you’re a business, show off the best of your packaging and messaging. Most social media bios – including Instagram – function as your digital personality. It’s an … Read more
Influencer marketing is such a common practice now that everyone knows what it entails. Billions of people use Instagram actively, which means that it is a huge marketplace for emerging and established businesses. However, you can’t just invest a hefty amount without an objective and expect to have customers running towards your business. It doesn’t … Read more
For entrepreneur Assie Khoussa, the boundaries between work and personal life are almost nonexistent. Some of this industriousness comes from necessity – running a baby brand as a single mother is no easy feat, requiring Assie to be in work mode 24/7. But, the success of her small business also stems from Assie’s ability to … Read more
What Are Instagram Stories? Nowadays, social media is all about creating and sharing personalized content in the form of photos, reels, videos, and posts. From the Instagram stories, highlights, and reels, you can build up your brand name. For sharing content, tons of social media platforms are there, among which the most widely used ones … Read more
A lady gingerly dips her hand into a pool of water. Hundreds of small fish – yellow, orange, and white – are lapping the pool. Seeing the hand, the fish scramble towards it in anticipation of what it might bring. The lady looks towards the camera, her smile radiant and infectious. This is the viral … Read more
Remember when Instagram stole the whole concept of Snapchat and added Instagram Stories to its platform? The brilliant minds behind the popular photo-sharing social network did it again, but this time they capitalized on TikTok’s rising popularity and added Reels to the app. Steal, borrow, take, innovate—it doesn’t matter. Instagram Reels are here to stay, … Read more
So you want to advertise, but you’re not sure which of these two mega social media platforms is “best” for your business. Well, to be honest, no matter how much your budget is… who your audience is… or what you’re offering… The answer is BOTH… and IT DEPENDS. This article will explain why as well … Read more
It’s finally here. Yesterday, after two years of waiting, Instagram unveiled its Reels API to all social media management platforms. We were so excited we started building immediately and now … Today, drafting, scheduling, and auto-publishing Instagram Reels are now available in Buffer. Want to try it out? Connect your Instagram account to Buffer, for … Read more
The social network landscape is constantly changing, and Instagram is currently the fastest growing social network. There are 1 billion active users on Instagram, so it’s no surprise that marketers should take part in this growing phenomenon. While Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn are still great ways to connect with customers and build relationships, Instagram is … Read more
We recently launched direct Instagram carousels scheduling in Buffer. Now you can scheduled carousel posts to be published automatically in Instagram—no need for reminders. Buffer customers have been asking for carousel direct scheduling for a while (it was the most requested feature in our last customer survey), and we’re not surprised! There’s lots of evidence … Read more
If you’ve ever gotten lost in the rabbit hole of swiping through Instagram Stories, you know that they can be impactful as a user. From signing up for a product waitlist to buying a product recommended by your favorite influencer, Stories are a great way to quickly share content, and engage and influence users on … Read more
Instagram’s home feed ranking algorithm is receiving an update that’s designed to boost the visibility of original content. Head of Instagram, Adam Mosseri, announced the ranking change is one component of a larger effort to reward originality and give credit where it’s due. Mosseri states: “People expressing themselves is the heartbeat of Instagram. It’s what … Read more
Question: I’ve noticed some Instagram posts no longer have the number of likes visible anymore. I’ve been considering hiding my likes too, but I’m not sure if that’s a good idea from a marketing perspective. Would doing so impact the way advertisers or customers view me and my business? Anyone who has ever posted a … Read more
Earth Day is one of the (many) days when businesses can create or reaffirm a commitment to practicing sustainability. Business owners must take time out to create awareness, especially when climate action is more important than ever. Along with the environmental implications, sustainability is growing in awareness among consumers. A 2021 study by Deloitte found … Read more
Nowadays it’s impossible to scroll through your Instagram feed without coming across at least one — if not several — attention-grabbing videos known as Reels. Dubbed the TikTok Clone, Instagram Reels were released in 2020 and consist of short videos up to one minute long. The feature has overtaken the app’s photos-first philosophy as 91 … Read more
