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ICYMI: Instagram dropped another new feature in early August. You may have seen it? It’s the Instagram Reels that keep popping up around every IG corner.
And, as the curious entrepreneur that I know you are, you’re probably wondering if this is a feature you should be paying attention to and using to grow your audience.
To help you answer that, I went to my dear friend, Jasmine Star, aka Queen of Instagram!
THE WHAT, HOW, & WHY OF INSTAGRAM REELS
Jasmine will answer some of the questions I’ve seen my audience ask in Facebook groups, a sneak peek into what her content calendar looks like for Instagram, how to come up with five content topic ideas so you can get started with Instagram Reels, and so much more.
You’re going to walk away with your next action steps for using Instagram Reels to start growing your audience using this new feature!
Here’s a preview of the episode:
- [14:42] Curious about the difference between Instagram Reels, Stories, and IGTV? Jasmine breaks it down for you one feature at a time.
- [17:29] Since Instagram Reels is a new feature (so hot right now!), the algorithm favors it and those who use it!
- [23:12] Jasmine shares how she made a split test between TikTok and Reels using one of her TikTok videos. Find out which platform got around 130,000 more views! Hint: Number of followers matter.
- [38:01] CHALLENGE TIME! We challenge you to create your first Reel. After you post it, simply DM it to me by September 30th, and you may win a $100 Amazon gift card!
- [42:43] Social content planning can be a stressor. Reels may take more time, but there is much more opportunity. Learn how to use Reels to position yourself as a leader in your industry.
- [53:52] Jasmine shares a couple of brilliant Instagram Reels ideas that you can use to start creating today!
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