Instagram is one the fastest growing platforms for small business owners. We all know the importance of being seen on a platform by our target audience. A very long time ago, I was not for million spammy like hashtags. However, I am all here for utilizing the right hashtags that can maximize your companies exposure. This is one four other things I have done to grow my small business Instagram profile. First, I tried doing loop giveaway, creating a visual timeline and finally making my company bio more appealing.
Girllllll, I want you to win especially in the social media space. There are a plethora of small businesses doing social media wrong. Let’s break down how you can make your business Instagram account more appealing. A visually appealing timeline is not only inviting but makes your customers engage and want to support your small business.
Let me completely honest, for over a year or so I have been wanting to automate my Instagram account. Heck, I wanted to automate all my social media so I could free up some time. A while ago, I shared with my clients a list of platforms they could use for this. Honestly, I was not a fan of several of the platforms. Then Planoly* came to my attention again. Planoly happens to be something I am madly in love with for my businesses. Seriously, I am constantly on there and I am about to give you a complete breakdown on automation your Instagram account utilizing their platform.
Instagram is no longer the new kid on the block that people are weary regarding joining for their business. Its one of the number one questions I receive “how to utilize Instagram to grow my business” and all the other questions that will flow from that one singular question. A couple years back, I was weary of the platform but I should’ve jumped in maybe I would be ahead who knows. Today, I actually want to talk to you about the good, bad and ugly of growing your business on Instagram.
Unless you have been living under a rock you know that Instagram has become one of the fastest growing social media platform in the last couple of years. One thing that happens with most people when they jump on a platform is they don’t understand how to utilize the platform correctly. This is something I see often with small business owners hoping to use Instagram to garner attention, sales, and a loyal fan base. Today, I want to share some insight on how to style your Instagram feed to be visually appealing.
As consumers we are constantly bombarded with information and to buy now. This is not some new marketing tactic. So many people use the hard sale to get customers in the door. Say no to the hard sale on social media all together if you truly want to bring in the right customers. Your business instagram should be a place of curation where people experience a lifestyle not you constantly selling to them.
Recent studies show the average adults’ attention span is 8 seconds. In the world we’re in, your small business is trying to keep their attention & make them loyal followers of your brand! To say I get a plethora of questions regarding Instagram is an understatement to say the least. Constant emails, tweets, and more on that subject alone. Note, this isn’t about amassing millions of followers article. You should appreciate having 1000 loyal customers who constantly support you verse one million and they never shop.