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- 📱 11 Reels hacks to double Reach! 🔥
📱 11 Reels hacks to double Reach! 🔥
👀 Get ready to crush the algorithm (while your competitors stay stuck)
Wanna level up your Reels game?
We've uncovered 11 insider tricks to help your vids reach more people! 🚀
Studies show that videos on Instagram get DOUBLE the comments of regular posts. Yet most businesses are still sleeping on Reels or doing them all wrong.
Ready to stand out from the crowd? Let's dive in! 👇
1. Educate, don't just entertain 🧠
Stop with the mindless dance trends! Educational Reels are engagement GOLD.
People scroll Instagram to learn stuff, not just for laughs. Create quick tutorials and tips that make your followers feel smarter in 30 seconds.
2. Show off your brand personality 😎
Social media isn't about hard selling - it's about vibes and connection!
Let your brand's personality shine through. Show the people behind the logo and the values you stand for. Authenticity = instant engagement.
3. Highlight your products without being salesy 🛍️
There's a right way to showcase what you sell without making followers cringe.
Focus on problem-solving benefits, not just features. Always end with a strong CTA that tells people exactly what to do next.
4. Storyboard before shooting 📝
Stop winging it! The best Reels look spontaneous but are actually planned meticulously.
Map out your shots before filming to ensure your Reels tell a complete story. Professional Reels never happen by accident.
5. Spy on your competition (ethically) 🕵️♀️
Don't waste time with trial and error! Do your homework on what's already working.
Check what Reels your target audience is watching and what your competitors are posting. Either improve on what's working or fill a content gap they're missing.
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6. Quality over everything 📹
No one's sticking around for blurry, poorly lit videos - no matter how good your info is!
Invest in decent lighting, clear audio, and stable footage. You don't need expensive gear, but your content needs to look intentional, not amateur.
7. Create content with actual VALUE 💎
Forget chasing likes - focus on providing genuine value that keeps people returning.
Show creative product uses, share industry tips, or repurpose your best blog content into bite-sized videos. Value-driven content creates sustainable growth.
8. Post at YOUR audience's peak times ⏰
Forget generic "best times to post" advice - it's all about YOUR specific followers.
Use Instagram Insights to find precisely when YOUR audience is most active, then schedule your Reels to drop at those golden hours.
9. Engage with your followers, for real! 💬
Social media is SOCIAL - stop treating it like a billboard!
Respond to comments, ask questions, and build relationships with your audience. The algorithm rewards accounts that create genuine conversations.
10. Collaborate and remix with others 🤝
Why build an audience from scratch when you can tap into someone else's?
Use Instagram's "Remix" feature to collaborate with other creators in your niche. Their followers become your potential new audience instantly!
11. Mix up your content types 🔄
Don't go all-in on Reels and nothing else!
Balance your Reels with other content formats like carousels, static posts, and stories. Variety keeps your feed fresh and prevents follower fatigue.
How to post killer Reels in 5 easy steps 📲
Tap the + button on Instagram and select "Reels."
Upload your pre-edited video (pro tip: ALWAYS edit outside Instagram first!)
Trim if needed (but your pre-editing should make this unnecessary)
Add music, captions, and effects that enhance (not distract from) your message
Write a caption that drives engagement and hit post!
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Stay consistent
Analyze what's working
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The bottom line ⚡
Instagram Reels aren't just a trend - it’s THE way to grow your account in 2025.
Videos get double the engagement of regular posts, and the algorithm pushes Reels to more people than any other content type.
The brands crushing it right now are all in on Reels. Are you going to join them or get left behind?
Quote of the Day
“Social media is not a media. The key is to listen, engage and build relationships .”
That’s all for today. Thanks for reading. Now…
Go BIG or go home!
~ Josh from “This Week in Social Media”
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