In this episode, we delve into the top Instagram strategies relevant for late 2025 and early 2026. The platform has reached a maturity stage with stable user growth, making it crucial to focus on effective strategies like organic growth, paid ads, and direct outreach. We discuss the importance of authenticity in content creation, the power of running targeted ads, and innovative approaches in direct outreach. Additionally, we share tips on optimizing your Instagram bio, running successful giveaways, and maintaining a strong personal brand. Tune in for actionable insights and practical advice to elevate your Instagram marketing game.00:00 Introduction to Instagram Strategies00:17 Understanding Instagram's Current State01:08 Organic Growth Strategies04:26 The Importance of Personal Branding10:09 Paid Advertising Tactics13:20 Effective Giveaway Campaigns17:04 Direct Outreach Techniques25:36 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
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Revolutionizing Unfollow Tracking: The Story of Follow Buddy with Ben LevittIn this episode, host Derek Fidel is joined by Ben Levitt to discuss Follow Buddy, a groundbreaking solution for safely tracking Instagram unfollows. Unlike existing apps that often compromise user security and violate Instagram's terms, Follow Buddy offers a legitimate and secure way to track unfollows without risking account bans. Ben shares the challenges and motivations behind creating this app, highlighting the fraudulent market practices that Follow Buddy aims to disrupt. The discussion also touches on the development process, the features of the app, and the industry opportunities discovered along the way. A must-watch for anyone interested in social media marketing, app development, or online security.00:00 Introduction and Welcome00:05 Identifying the Problem with Unfollow Tracking Apps01:08 Introducing Follow Buddy: The Solution01:28 How Follow Buddy Works02:21 The Scam of Competitor Apps06:24 Building Follow Buddy: The Journey08:09 Special Offers and Conclusion
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If your Instagram content does not contain this element, it's not even worth your time to post it.
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Here is how to know exactly what your Instagram analytics are telling you to do. Refining your content strategy and understanding why you get low views or low engagement will be obvious by the end of this. It's time to make content marketing simple to understand and execute on so you can go viral and get the views your posts deserve! 📱Free Facebook Ads Strategy Call: https://stan.store/socialbamboo/p/book-a-free-consultation-478qw (I have DFY and DWY services available) 🎓Get the First 3 Lessons of my Social Launch Formula Course for FREE: https://stan.store/socialbamboo/p/create-new-student-account-luhba 🎧Listen to the Social Media Entrepreneurs Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/social-media-entrepreneurs-w-derek-videll/id1457450564 DEREK VIDELL, Founder of Social Bamboo 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/socialbamboo_ 🌐Website: https://stan.store/socialbamboo
There is a new type of Instagram post about to come out that is truly something different!
It's most similar to a carousel post but with a very unique spin on it.
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In this video, I break down the key changes you'll need to make in your organic Instagram marketing strategies for the upcoming year. This will make it so you can be as preferred of a creator as possible in the instagram algorithm and can grow a following much quicker. 📌 Part 1: Posting All about the Instagram posting algorithm and what types of posts you should be doing. 📩 Part 2: DM Strategies Instagram DM outreach is something a ton of businesses started incoporating in 2023, for that reason, how you should do it in 2024 is now massively different. 📸 Part 3: Stories Instagram Stories are extremely important at this time, here's exactly why. 🚷 Part 4: Follow-Unfollow Tactics Here is one way to still get results from the follow unfollow strategy is you are looking to put as much time to Instagram growth as possible. 💬 Part 5: Commenting Does commenting on other Instagram accounts posts help you get more followers? It can. But here is exactly how the "$1.80 Strategy (buck 80)" is still relevant in organic marketing today. 🎧Listen to the Social Media Entrepreneurs Podcast
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Here's how to grow your Instagram following fast by running a social media giveaway.
Not only fast but with real, targeted followers only.
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This Instagram Reels strategy will allow you double the amount of Reels you post without recording anything new. Sound too good to be true? I'm sure it does. But it's accurate. Listen to this quick episode to effectively 2x your Instagram Reels without making any extra content. In the world of social media, we all know that consistency is key, and this strategy is the ultimate shortcut to doubling your Instagram Reels output without the need to create more content. Imagine the potential growth, increased followers, and higher interaction rates that await you with this game-changing method. In this video, we'll guide you step by step through the process, breaking down the exact techniques that will help you make the most of your existing content. You'll learn how to repurpose your already amazing content, turning it into multiple Reels that captivate your audience and keep them coming back for more. 🎧Listen to the Social Media Entrepreneurs Podcast
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Podcast Episode Description: "Is Boosting Instagram Posts a Good Idea?"
In this episode, I'm diving deep into the intriguing world of Instagram post boosting to answer a question that plagues both casual users and marketing professionals: Is it worth boosting your Instagram posts?
I'll start by breaking down the basics of post boosting, explaining what it is and how it functions. I'll provide insights into when and why it can be beneficial for expanding your reach and achieving specific objectives.
We'll explore the pros and cons, shedding light on the advantages of boosting to gain visibility and engage a broader audience, while also addressing potential drawbacks.
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Why is no one seeing your Instagram posts on the feed?
The answer is actually very obvious.
But until you hear it from the Head of Instagram himself, Adam Mosseri, it seems like a guess you can't fully depend on.
So here is a breakdown of a podcast Adam was recently on where he broke down the stats of where everyone is spending their time on Instagram.
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There are 4 new Instagram updates that you’ll want to start using right away. These are smaller updates, as most are at this stage of Instagram’s maturity, but are always a great way to get an advantage in the algorithm. Instagram always rewards creators who use their new features the quickest. 📱Book a Complimentary Call: https://stan.store/socialbamboo/p/book-a-free-consultation-478qw (I have DFY and DWY services available) 🎓Get Free Course on Gaining 10K Real Instagram Followers: https://stan.store/socialbamboo/p/how-to-build--monetize-a-following-in--90-days 👥 Content Creator Mastermind: https://stan.store/socialbamboo/p/coffee-with-creators 🎧Listen to the Social Media Entrepreneurs Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/social-media-entrepreneurs-w-derek-videll/id1457450564 DEREK VIDELL, Founder of Social Bamboo 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/socialbamboo_ 🌐Website: https://stan.store/socialbamboo
Here are 19 Instagram Reels tips that will help you get more views right away. These are strategically designed to increase the followers you get from your views as well! The app mentioned on creating captions uses the app called Captions Pro which there is not actually an affiliate program for.
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📱Book a Complimentary Call: https://stan.store/socialbamboo/p/book-a-free-consultation-478qw (I have DFY and DWY services available) 🎓Get Free Course on Gaining 10K Real Instagram Followers: https://stan.store/socialbamboo/p/how-to-build--monetize-a-following-in--90-days 👥 Content Creator Mastermind: https://stan.store/socialbamboo/p/coffee-with-creators DEREK VIDELL, Founder of Social Bamboo 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/socialbamboo_ 🌐Website: https://stan.store/socialbamboo Chapters: 0:00 Instagram Reels Tutorial 1:16 Instagram Algorithm Overview 2:04 Video Background 3:20 Better Video Lighting 4:48 Instagram Reels Audios 5:57 Hook Ideas 7:35 How to Go Viral 9:27 Captivating Expressions 10:16 What is the Gen Z Shake? 11:34 Secret to Improve Watch Time 12:43 Increase Engagement 14:17 Using Trending Effects 15:05 Tip from @SocialtyPro 16:11 Reels Hook Enhancement 17:41 How to Make Alex Hormozi Captions 19:00 Instagram Reels Hashtags 19:23 Instagram Reels Topics 19:55 Reels Cover Selection 21:41 Higher Quality Video 22:00 Instagram Posting Time 22:52 How to Get More Comments
Bring your Instagram Reels to new heights with these 2 strategies no one is talking about.
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Here’s a tip for Instagram Reels I haven’t seen anyone talk about! If you enjoyed this episode be sure to find more from me @socialbamboo_ or from my main podcast Social Media Entrepreneurs. - Derek Videll
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The Instagram Algorithm has been made to be “unhackable” in the last few years. However, through my research and contacts with the major social media companies, I’ve got 3 hacks that still exist. I’ll be dropping an extra 2 hacks on episode 331 of my main podcast Social Media Entrepreneurs next week so stay tuned!
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