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Instagram hashtags are still an effective way to get more eyes (and engagement!) on your Instagram posts in 2019. A post with at least one Instagram hashtag averages 12.6% Why You Should Use Instagram Hashtags. The Different Types of Instagram Hashtags. MORE
This post is part of our Instagram Marketing Strategy series. The series provides you with actionable insights and lessons on how businesses are using Instagram. Next up, Nick Dimichino shares exactly how Square’s been able to grow an engaged following on Instagram. . MORE
When it comes to brands using Instagram for fashion, it’s a fast-paced, competitive world that has tons of business benefits. . A fashion-forward Instagram strategy can drive traffic, make sales, and attract a loyal community of followers. View this post on Instagram. MORE
Instagram has released its listing of top trends for 2018, highlighting the most popular GIFs, filters and communities for the year MORE
If you are like the members of the analytics team here at Ignite Social Media, you’ve been anticipating the release of an official Instagram analytics platform ever since Facebook purchased the platform for a nice, round $1 billion. Instagram Insights. Instagram Post Metrics. MORE
Instagram is rolling out its nametag codes for profiles, while also adding new student-focused connection tools MORE
The rules for Instagram hashtags have changed. It’s a brand new year and like almost everything else related to Instagram, best practices that worked in the past just aren’t as effective anymore. Switch Up Your Instagram Hashtags to Avoid “Spammy” Behavior. MORE
Today, let’s examine four recently emerging social media communities. Among the many other insights in the Facebook IQ study, it was found that “51% of male respondents said Facebook helps them organize their lives, and 47% said the same for Instagram.” MORE
It’s 2019 and learning how to schedule Instagram posts for free is still one of the best ways to save time, increase your productivity, and stay connected with your Instagram followers. Save Time Uploading Instagram Posts from Your Desktop. How to Schedule Instagram Posts. MORE
In the wake of an apparent “hacking spree” on Instagram, a lot of people are wondering how to protect their Instagram accounts from being hacked. So what can you do to protect your Instagram account? First Things First: What to Do if Your Instagram Account Was Hacked. MORE
We have been working the past year on a game changing online social media training academy and member community to help solve your biggest problems and challenges related to social media marketing, digital marketing, and branding. Build community to create a movement. MORE
Have your likes disappeared on Instagram? Instagram has officially hidden likes from users in Canada, and we have all the info you need about this major change to the platform. ” But can you still see how many likes you get on your own Instagram posts? . MORE
Have you spotted Instagram comments from huge brands or celebrities popping up in your feed as you scroll through the latest posts? . It used to be that brands wanted to receive Instagram comments from followers to grow their account. Instagram comments are going through a big change. MORE
Want to learn how to take advantage of Instagram and build your brand with it? Instagram is one of the most exciting and hottest social media platforms right now. A year ago, I decided to take Instagram more seriously. What do you want to accomplish using Instagram? MORE
Instagram-logo (Photo credit: JAMoutinho ( almost photographer )). In 2013, David Guttenfelder, the AP ’s chief Asia photographer, became one of the first foreign photographers allowed to work in North Korea, and he uses Instagram to capture and publish intimate images. MORE
If you’re searching for some great Instagram hashtag hacks to get more followers and boost your engagement, you’ve come to the right place! . Here are 10 Instagram hashtag hacks and tricks you don’t want to miss: . View this post on Instagram. MORE
SocMedSean - Social.Media.Sean [SOLVED] How Do I Share A Tweet To Instagram? Along that topic, is there a good way to share a tweet to Instagram? I see quite a few tweets (usually humorous ones) on Instagram, but it looks like they are images. Why Share A Tweet To Instagram? MORE
Anyone familiar with the role of a community manager knows that your day can go from calm to busy in a blink of an eye. The four Instagram updates below not only help streamline a community manager’s day but can also help build a better relationship between your brand and your followers. MORE
This post is part of our Instagram Marketing Strategy series. The series provides you with actionable insights and lessons on how businesses are using Instagram. Next up, Nick Dimichino shares exactly how Square’s been able to grow an engaged following on Instagram. . MORE
What’s the secret to building a thriving community on Instagram? Do they know something about Instagram marketing that you don’t? But first, if you’re new to Instagram, this deck might be helpful: The Ultimate Guide To Instagram Marketing from Ross Simmonds. MORE
Getting verified on Instagram and across social media is one of the ultimate signs that your channel has ‘made it’. Requirements for Instagram Verification. Instagram said they are opening the ability for global public figures, celebrities, brands and entities to apply for verification. MORE
Should you switch to an Instagram creator profile? Instagram is currently rolling out new Creator Profiles, created specifically for their MVPs: Instagram influencers. Instagram’s new creator profiles are giving influencers a way to take back control of their accounts. MORE
Finally, Instagram will allow links and @mentions in their stories, while Twitter makes another move to make the platform friendlier, in this week’s Social You Should Know. Instagram Adds Links, Boomerangs and Tagging to Stories. MORE
Community management is essential to brands in so many ways: it helps create and showcase your brand’s identity and personality, it helps build trust with your audience, and it gives an added value that can clearly separate you from your competitors. Involving the Community. MORE
Ever since its launch in August , Instagram Stories (a platform so similar to Snapchat it’s sometimes difficult to tell the two apart) has been emerging as a force in marketing, engaging the platform’s 500 million monthly users and inspiring them to share stories. MORE
We’re seeing this happen on Instagram today: less polish, more authenticity. Keep reading for examples, inspiration, and directions on the meme-ification of Instagram and how to ride the wave. The Trend on Instagram: Less Polish, More Authenticity. MORE
Ready to design Instagram Stories that wow your followers and increase engagement? If you want to make your brand look great and get more views, you need to think outside of the Instagram app and get creative with other apps for Instagram Stories. View this post on Instagram. MORE
New apps for Instagram Stories are popping up every day, which means stories are getting more and more creative, interactive, and engaging! . Apps for Instagram Stories #1: Create Clean & Minimalist Templates with Unfold . apps for instagram stories. MORE
Over the past two years, I have significantly grown my online community through the power of livestreaming and video content. In this article, I will share three specific ways that livestreaming has helped me grow my community. View this post on Instagram. MORE
Develop your community and gain visibility on Instagram through quality content, audience interaction and more MORE
This post is part of our Instagram Marketing Strategy series. The series provides you with actionable insights and lessons on how businesses are using Instagram. Next up, Wes Warfield from Nike shares how it handles engagement on Instagram. . View this post on Instagram. MORE
Did you know that you can play music in Instagram Stories? Plus, in more recent news, Instagram just announced that you’ll soon be able to add lyrics to the music in your stories! . Here’s everything we know about music in Instagram Stories: How to Add Music in Instagram Stories. MORE
Want to grow your Instagram account? Take a look at your Instagram analytics, and then take the time to really understand them. Instagram analytics can help you target the right audience, post engaging content, get more views on stories, and so much more! Instagram Impressions. MORE
It all started with a hashtag – two years ago, the ceremonial first fan photo with a #Nike tag on Instagram. Fast forward to the present, and Nike has amassed more than one million followers and more than six million photos with the tag #Nike on Instagram. MORE
Instagram launched a new @shop account to curate shoppable posts earlier this week. Content featured on this account will be 100 per cent community-trends driven and is supposed to be as a real-time indicator of what’s new and cool. Instagram Social Media @shop ecommerce MORE
Instagram has rapidly grown into one of the largest social platforms, boasting more than 500 million daily users. More than fifty percent of Instagram users are followers of different brands on the network. Which hashtags have created the most active communities? MORE
If you’ve ever wondered how to get verified on Instagram, you’ve come to the right place! There’s always been a great deal of mystery surrounding Instagram’s verification process… Does the number of followers you have matter? MORE
This post is part of our Instagram Marketing Strategy series. The series provides you with actionable insights and lessons on how businesses are using Instagram. Next up, Wes Warfield from Nike shares how it handles engagement on Instagram. . View this post on Instagram. MORE
Instagram recently announced a new feature called Instagram Stories that looks, smells, feels and behaves a LOT like SnapChat! of video and photos into a story that gets compiled and stored right within their Instagram profile. Win win for Facebook and Instagram obviously. MORE
Want to know how to get on the Instagram Explore page? The Instagram Explore page is a super-powerful feature for brands — it’s designed to help profiles and businesses gain more engagement and exposure on Instagram with very little effort. View this post on Instagram. MORE
Wondering how to increase Instagram engagement in 2019? With an ultra-smart algorithm and tons of creative brands competing for people’s attention, it’s harder than ever to increase Instagram engagement. In 2019, it’s time to reframe how you think about Instagram engagement. MORE
If you want to create gorgeous Instagram Stories consistently, say hello to Instagram Stories templates! Ready to learn how to use Instagram Stories templates? What Are Instagram Stories Templates? Plus, it makes it easier to work as a team on your Instagram account! MORE
When it comes to the Instagram algorithm, everyone seems to have a theory about how it works. Lately, there’s been a steady increase in Instagram rumors spreading around the platform, with brands and influencers posting both warnings and pleas for engagement. MORE
Instagram Stories is only a few weeks old but brands have already leaped at this new opportunity to engage with their fans. Instagram Stories offers brands even more opportunity to create behind-the-scenes content that really shows off their culture. MORE
Sherrilynne Starkie
MAY 17, 2019
Instagram launched a new @shop account to curate shoppable posts earlier this week. Content featured on this account will be 100 per cent community-trends driven and is supposed to be as a real-time indicator of what’s new and cool. Instagram Social Media @shop ecommerce
Likeable
OCTOBER 1, 2018
Anyone familiar with the role of a community manager knows that your day can go from calm to busy in a blink of an eye. The four Instagram updates below not only help streamline a community manager’s day but can also help build a better relationship between your brand and your followers.
Buffer Social
FEBRUARY 5, 2019
This post is part of our Instagram Marketing Strategy series. The series provides you with actionable insights and lessons on how businesses are using Instagram. Next up, Nick Dimichino shares exactly how Square’s been able to grow an engaged following on Instagram. .
Waxing UnLyrical
APRIL 18, 2019
Over the past two years, I have significantly grown my online community through the power of livestreaming and video content. In this article, I will share three specific ways that livestreaming has helped me grow my community. View this post on Instagram.
Buffer Social
FEBRUARY 5, 2019
This post is part of our Instagram Marketing Strategy series. The series provides you with actionable insights and lessons on how businesses are using Instagram. Next up, Nick Dimichino shares exactly how Square’s been able to grow an engaged following on Instagram. .
Later
JUNE 23, 2019
If you want to create gorgeous Instagram Stories consistently, say hello to Instagram Stories templates! Ready to learn how to use Instagram Stories templates? What Are Instagram Stories Templates? Plus, it makes it easier to work as a team on your Instagram account!
Buffer Social
FEBRUARY 5, 2019
This post is part of our Instagram Marketing Strategy series. The series provides you with actionable insights and lessons on how businesses are using Instagram. Next up, Wes Warfield from Nike shares how it handles engagement on Instagram. . View this post on Instagram.
Convince & Convert
DECEMBER 7, 2015
What’s the secret to building a thriving community on Instagram? Do they know something about Instagram marketing that you don’t? But first, if you’re new to Instagram, this deck might be helpful: The Ultimate Guide To Instagram Marketing from Ross Simmonds.
Later
FEBRUARY 7, 2019
When it comes to the Instagram algorithm, everyone seems to have a theory about how it works. Lately, there’s been a steady increase in Instagram rumors spreading around the platform, with brands and influencers posting both warnings and pleas for engagement.
Later
MAY 8, 2019
When it comes to brands using Instagram for fashion, it’s a fast-paced, competitive world that has tons of business benefits. . A fashion-forward Instagram strategy can drive traffic, make sales, and attract a loyal community of followers. View this post on Instagram.
Pam Moore
JUNE 2, 2017
We have been working the past year on a game changing online social media training academy and member community to help solve your biggest problems and challenges related to social media marketing, digital marketing, and branding. Build community to create a movement.
Ignite Social Media
AUGUST 2, 2016
Today, let’s examine four recently emerging social media communities. Among the many other insights in the Facebook IQ study, it was found that “51% of male respondents said Facebook helps them organize their lives, and 47% said the same for Instagram.”
Convince & Convert
MARCH 14, 2013
It all started with a hashtag – two years ago, the ceremonial first fan photo with a #Nike tag on Instagram. Fast forward to the present, and Nike has amassed more than one million followers and more than six million photos with the tag #Nike on Instagram.
Ignite Social Media
AUGUST 31, 2016
Instagram Stories is only a few weeks old but brands have already leaped at this new opportunity to engage with their fans. Instagram Stories offers brands even more opportunity to create behind-the-scenes content that really shows off their culture.
Later
JUNE 14, 2019
The rules for Instagram hashtags have changed. It’s a brand new year and like almost everything else related to Instagram, best practices that worked in the past just aren’t as effective anymore. Switch Up Your Instagram Hashtags to Avoid “Spammy” Behavior.
Social Media Today
OCTOBER 5, 2018
Instagram is rolling out its nametag codes for profiles, while also adding new student-focused connection tools
Later
MAY 22, 2019
Want to know how to get on the Instagram Explore page? The Instagram Explore page is a super-powerful feature for brands — it’s designed to help profiles and businesses gain more engagement and exposure on Instagram with very little effort. View this post on Instagram.
Later
MARCH 6, 2019
Have you spotted Instagram comments from huge brands or celebrities popping up in your feed as you scroll through the latest posts? . It used to be that brands wanted to receive Instagram comments from followers to grow their account. Instagram comments are going through a big change.
Ignite Social Media
OCTOBER 4, 2018
Getting verified on Instagram and across social media is one of the ultimate signs that your channel has ‘made it’. Requirements for Instagram Verification. Instagram said they are opening the ability for global public figures, celebrities, brands and entities to apply for verification.
Buffer Social
FEBRUARY 5, 2019
This post is part of our Instagram Marketing Strategy series. The series provides you with actionable insights and lessons on how businesses are using Instagram. Next up, Wes Warfield from Nike shares how it handles engagement on Instagram. . View this post on Instagram.
Likeable
JUNE 25, 2019
Community management is essential to brands in so many ways: it helps create and showcase your brand’s identity and personality, it helps build trust with your audience, and it gives an added value that can clearly separate you from your competitors. Involving the Community.
Ignite Social Media
DECEMBER 21, 2016
Ever since its launch in August , Instagram Stories (a platform so similar to Snapchat it’s sometimes difficult to tell the two apart) has been emerging as a force in marketing, engaging the platform’s 500 million monthly users and inspiring them to share stories.
Webbiquity SMM
NOVEMBER 1, 2016
Instagram has rapidly grown into one of the largest social platforms, boasting more than 500 million daily users. More than fifty percent of Instagram users are followers of different brands on the network. Which hashtags have created the most active communities?
Later
APRIL 29, 2019
Should you switch to an Instagram creator profile? Instagram is currently rolling out new Creator Profiles, created specifically for their MVPs: Instagram influencers. Instagram’s new creator profiles are giving influencers a way to take back control of their accounts.
Later
APRIL 3, 2019
If you’re searching for some great Instagram hashtag hacks to get more followers and boost your engagement, you’ve come to the right place! . Here are 10 Instagram hashtag hacks and tricks you don’t want to miss: . View this post on Instagram.
Later
JANUARY 30, 2019
Instagram hashtags are still an effective way to get more eyes (and engagement!) on your Instagram posts in 2019. A post with at least one Instagram hashtag averages 12.6% Why You Should Use Instagram Hashtags. The Different Types of Instagram Hashtags.
Later
MARCH 17, 2019
Ready to design Instagram Stories that wow your followers and increase engagement? If you want to make your brand look great and get more views, you need to think outside of the Instagram app and get creative with other apps for Instagram Stories. View this post on Instagram.
SocMed Sean
FEBRUARY 27, 2019
SocMedSean - Social.Media.Sean [SOLVED] How Do I Share A Tweet To Instagram? Along that topic, is there a good way to share a tweet to Instagram? I see quite a few tweets (usually humorous ones) on Instagram, but it looks like they are images. Why Share A Tweet To Instagram?
Pam Moore
AUGUST 3, 2016
Instagram recently announced a new feature called Instagram Stories that looks, smells, feels and behaves a LOT like SnapChat! of video and photos into a story that gets compiled and stored right within their Instagram profile. Win win for Facebook and Instagram obviously.
Later
OCTOBER 12, 2018
New apps for Instagram Stories are popping up every day, which means stories are getting more and more creative, interactive, and engaging! . Apps for Instagram Stories #1: Create Clean & Minimalist Templates with Unfold . apps for instagram stories.
Later
JUNE 7, 2019
Did you know that you can play music in Instagram Stories? Plus, in more recent news, Instagram just announced that you’ll soon be able to add lyrics to the music in your stories! . Here’s everything we know about music in Instagram Stories: How to Add Music in Instagram Stories.
Later
OCTOBER 16, 2018
If you’ve ever wondered how to get verified on Instagram, you’ve come to the right place! There’s always been a great deal of mystery surrounding Instagram’s verification process… Does the number of followers you have matter?
Later
FEBRUARY 13, 2019
It’s 2019 and learning how to schedule Instagram posts for free is still one of the best ways to save time, increase your productivity, and stay connected with your Instagram followers. Save Time Uploading Instagram Posts from Your Desktop. How to Schedule Instagram Posts.
Later
JUNE 18, 2019
In the wake of an apparent “hacking spree” on Instagram, a lot of people are wondering how to protect their Instagram accounts from being hacked. So what can you do to protect your Instagram account? First Things First: What to Do if Your Instagram Account Was Hacked.
Later
MAY 5, 2019
Have your likes disappeared on Instagram? Instagram has officially hidden likes from users in Canada, and we have all the info you need about this major change to the platform. ” But can you still see how many likes you get on your own Instagram posts? .
Social Media Today
DECEMBER 14, 2018
Instagram has released its listing of top trends for 2018, highlighting the most popular GIFs, filters and communities for the year
Later
NOVEMBER 30, 2018
Want to grow your Instagram account? Take a look at your Instagram analytics, and then take the time to really understand them. Instagram analytics can help you target the right audience, post engaging content, get more views on stories, and so much more! Instagram Impressions.
Ignite Social Media
NOVEMBER 21, 2016
Finally, Instagram will allow links and @mentions in their stories, while Twitter makes another move to make the platform friendlier, in this week’s Social You Should Know. Instagram Adds Links, Boomerangs and Tagging to Stories.
Later
JANUARY 27, 2019
Wondering how to increase Instagram engagement in 2019? With an ultra-smart algorithm and tons of creative brands competing for people’s attention, it’s harder than ever to increase Instagram engagement. In 2019, it’s time to reframe how you think about Instagram engagement.
agora pulse
APRIL 26, 2017
Want to learn how to take advantage of Instagram and build your brand with it? Instagram is one of the most exciting and hottest social media platforms right now. A year ago, I decided to take Instagram more seriously. What do you want to accomplish using Instagram?
Ignite Social Media
JULY 22, 2016
If you are like the members of the analytics team here at Ignite Social Media, you’ve been anticipating the release of an official Instagram analytics platform ever since Facebook purchased the platform for a nice, round $1 billion. Instagram Insights. Instagram Post Metrics.
Buffer Social
JUNE 13, 2019
We’re seeing this happen on Instagram today: less polish, more authenticity. Keep reading for examples, inspiration, and directions on the meme-ification of Instagram and how to ride the wave. The Trend on Instagram: Less Polish, More Authenticity.
Social Media Today
NOVEMBER 15, 2018
Develop your community and gain visibility on Instagram through quality content, audience interaction and more
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