{"id":714,"date":"2023-03-08T08:30:00","date_gmt":"2023-03-08T15:30:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/soulfoxliving.com\/?p=714"},"modified":"2023-03-01T11:35:17","modified_gmt":"2023-03-01T18:35:17","slug":"2-questions-i-always-get-asked-about-ig","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/soulfoxliving.com\/?p=714","title":{"rendered":"2 Questions I Always Get Asked About IG"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>If you know me, then you know I love all things social media marketing!&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I\u2019m passionate about helping others utilize the power of social media to help grow their business.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&amp; over that last few years of teaching and sharing content online there are 2 questions that I never stop getting asked.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>What are the best practices for IG?<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>How do I get more engagement?<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>Today I\u2019m going to be answering these questions for you!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I\u2019ll be sharing 4 of my best practices &amp; 4 tips to increase your engagement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So let\u2019s get into it!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"427\" src=\"https:\/\/soulfoxliving.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/2-1-1024x427.png\" alt=\"Best Practices \" class=\"wp-image-717\" srcset=\"https:\/\/soulfoxliving.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/2-1-1024x427.png 1024w, https:\/\/soulfoxliving.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/2-1-300x125.png 300w, https:\/\/soulfoxliving.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/2-1-768x320.png 768w, https:\/\/soulfoxliving.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/2-1.png 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Post Regularly<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>I can\u2019t say this enough- \u201cConsistency is KEY.\u201d In order to post regularly\u00a0 you need to create a plan that is achievable for you. Set goals that make sense for your schedule, batch content and follow through! If you want to learn more about why consistency is so important you can <a href=\"https:\/\/soulfoxliving.com\/?p=679\">read more here.<\/a> &amp; if you interested in some great tips about batching content click here: <a href=\"https:\/\/soulfoxliving.com\/?p=547\">5 Tips to Batch Content with Ease!<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Stay Engaged! <\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Take time to connect with your audience consistently. Here are 3 easy ways to engage more with your audience. 1) Like &amp; comment on your followers&#8217; posts, this can help increase your visibility on the platform. 2) Respond to comments, make sure you are building connections with your audience; this will help to build trust &amp; community with your audience. 3) Follow other content creators in your niche, when you follow other users, their posts will appear in your feed, which can increase the chances of them seeing your content.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Create Valuable Content<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>When it comes to cultivating that \u2018Know, Like, Trust\u2019 factor with your audience it is important to create high- quality content. It doesn\u2019t have to be the perfect post, but the goal should always be to bring value! If you need some ideas for new content click here: <a href=\"https:\/\/soulfoxliving.com\/?p=695\">10 Content Ideas with Real Impact.\u00a0<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Use IG features<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The algorithm loves when you use IG\u2019s newest features. Utilize features like hashtags, tagging, engagement stickers, Reels &amp; even IG ads. All of these features can help to improve your visibility. Want to learn about other IG features? <a href=\"https:\/\/soulfoxliving.com\/?p=381\">Click here!\u00a0<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"427\" src=\"https:\/\/soulfoxliving.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/3-1024x427.png\" alt=\"Increase Engagement \n\" class=\"wp-image-716\" srcset=\"https:\/\/soulfoxliving.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/3-1024x427.png 1024w, https:\/\/soulfoxliving.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/3-300x125.png 300w, https:\/\/soulfoxliving.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/3-768x320.png 768w, https:\/\/soulfoxliving.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/3.png 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Create Niche Content<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>We already mentioned the importance of posting consistently &amp; creating high quality content, but it\u2019s also critical that your content is created for a specific audience. Knowing your niche helps you to speak directly to your ideal client. If you want to learn more about discovering your niche, read <a href=\"https:\/\/soulfoxliving.com\/?p=686\">4 Tips to Discovering your Niche.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Write Strong Copy<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p> There are 3 important elements to each caption you write. I call it the \u201cCaption Formula.\u2019 It includes a hook, body &amp; call to action. Use this formula for every caption you write. The hook should be an attention grabbing statement, check out these <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/reel\/Ckvw6PHJUBX\/?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=\">16 Hooks You can Use Today!<\/a> The body is going to deliver that value- educate your audience. &amp; the Call to Action invites your audience to engage with you, here are <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/reel\/CjQbPlsJ72M\/?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=\">15 examples!<\/a> If you want to learn more about this formula click here to read <a href=\"https:\/\/soulfoxliving.com\/?p=584\">\u2018How to Write Eye- Catching Caption\u2019<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Post Video Content!<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>When it comes to content on IG video content is king! While Reels are a great way to increase your reach and gain new followers. Stories is the place where you can nurture and engage your audience. If you want to learn more about how to increase engagement with Stories check out this blog post:<a href=\"https:\/\/soulfoxliving.com\/?p=615\"> Your IG Story Checklist for Success.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Collaborate<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Collaborating with other content creators, especially those within your niche, can help you reach a new audience &amp; increase engagement. When you collaborate with someone within your niche the content is more likely to resonate with their audience, which will increase the chances of them engaging with you!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/soulfoxliving.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Marketing-Email-SFL-Newsletter-15-Hook-Ideas-For-Your-Reels-Pin-683x1024.png\" alt=\"2 questions about Instagram I always get asked\" class=\"wp-image-718\" width=\"460\" height=\"690\" srcset=\"https:\/\/soulfoxliving.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Marketing-Email-SFL-Newsletter-15-Hook-Ideas-For-Your-Reels-Pin-683x1024.png 683w, https:\/\/soulfoxliving.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Marketing-Email-SFL-Newsletter-15-Hook-Ideas-For-Your-Reels-Pin-200x300.png 200w, https:\/\/soulfoxliving.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Marketing-Email-SFL-Newsletter-15-Hook-Ideas-For-Your-Reels-Pin-768x1152.png 768w, https:\/\/soulfoxliving.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Marketing-Email-SFL-Newsletter-15-Hook-Ideas-For-Your-Reels-Pin.png 1000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 460px) 100vw, 460px\" \/><\/figure>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If you know me, then you know I love all things social media marketing!&nbsp; 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