Instagram Edits App Is Here: What It Means for Small Businesses

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First, it was filtered selfies. Then came Boomerangs. Stories. Then Reels. Now? Instagram has dropped a new standalone video editing app Edits, designed to rival the likes of TikTok’s CapCut. If you’re a small business owner who’s already juggling 67 apps (and probably a coffee), you might be wondering if you need another app in … Read more

Unlock the Potential of Trending Audio: We Put It to the Test!

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If you’re an avid Instagram user like myself, then you’ve likely come across Reels during your scrolling journey. The short-form videos have become one of the platform’s most popular forms of content since the feature launched in August of 2020. Despite them being relatively new to the app, it’s hard to imagine Instagram without them. … Read more

10 Instagram Carousel Ideas That Boost Engagement

Instagram carousels aren’t just a trend, they’re a high-impact format that can boost engagement, educate your audience and build brand trust. When used well, they outperform single-image posts and give you two chances to stop the scroll (thanks to the second-slide effect). Whether you’re a service-based business, product-led brand, or content creator, carousels offer flexibility, … Read more

Instagram Bio Refreshing – Why Does it Matter?

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If you’ve ever thought about doing an Instagram bio refresh, you may not have considered the numerous aspects that can change how people can reach you. It is important to consider certain things before hitting that save button. Want to know more? Read on to see how you can create a legendary bio that increases … Read more

Creating a Cohesive Social Feed

Having a cohesive social feed is more than just a collection of ‘pretty pictures’. It is an extension of your brand and should demonstrate your brand’s aesthetic, tone of voice and brand values. Your social feed should give your audience a sense of who you are and what you have to offer through a collection … Read more

Visual changes on Instagram, where do we start?!

In June last year, Instagram shared that they are no longer classifying itself as a photo-sharing app, and the drastic changes haven’t stopped from there. We have seen Reels take off, Stories get new features and purpose (with all users being able to share links regardless of their following count), and now we are told … Read more

How Each Social Media Platform Can Benefit Your Business

Social media is constantly growing and evolving, especially with new business-focused updates coming more regularly. Each social media platform is different, with unique posting abilities and audiences. Today, we will jump into how each platform can benefit your business growth. Facebook Facebook is a huge platform with 2.91 billion users worldwide. Therefore, an obvious benefit … Read more

What We Can Expect From Social Media in 2022

As we all know, the world of social media grows, expands and evolves at a rapid rate, making it easy to fall behind. As the year flies by, trends and updates come and go. Therefore, keeping a lookout and staying up to date on all things social can help ensure you don’t miss a trend … Read more

How to Set and Achieve Your Social Media Goals in 2022

The past 2 years have been turbulent, to say the least, and it’s normal that during periods of stress or reconfiguration, plans and goals can change or be lost in the movement. Did you lose track of your social media goals last year? Did your business have to pivot and start again? That’s okay – … Read more