Thrive Social: The Blog
How to Brainstorm Content Ideas for Instagram
In today's increasingly online world, Instagram has become an important marketing tool for small businesses to connect with new and existing customers, build brand awareness, and boost sales. But growing your Instagram account takes more than just throwing up random photos and videos when the mood strikes. You need a strategy that consistently delivers engaging content that keeps your audience coming back for more.
5 Content Ideas for when you’re feeling uninspired
We’ve all been there - Staring at your phone or computer willing yourself to come up with something worthwhile to post on social media for your business. So, next time it happens, we have 5 low effort, yet quality content ideas for those days when you can’t be bothered.
Starting out on Instagram? Our top tips…
If we were to start fresh on Instagram with a new account, here’s what we would do;
Focus on creating a strong bio: Your bio should be optimised for search so when your ideal client is looking for a business like yours, that you show up in their results. Create a strong bio by explaining in simple terms what you do, and who you serve. Avoid jargon and acronyms.
Optimal Image Sizes for Social Media: Platform by Platform
Whatever platform you're posting to, make sure your content is appropriately sized. This will showcase your content to it’s maximum potential and make for easier viewing by your audience. Plus, it looks more professional. This especially matters when posting video content.
10 Analytics to track on Instagram
Understanding and studying your Instagram analytics is a great way to learn what your audience are responding to, and what is turning them away. It allows you to see what content hits so you can focus on creating more of that content. Understanding your analytics allows you to provide value to your audience and ultimately grow your business.
3 Tools to Improve the Quality of your Content
All you really need is your phone for creating content, but if you want to improve on the quality of your video and imagery, here are 3 inexpensive tools that may help.
The Power of Social Media Marketing for Small Businesses
Most of us have a love/hate relationship with social media. Love it or hate it, social media is an integral part of modern life. If you’re a business owner, you need to be on social media. Why? Social media is possibly the most powerful marketing platform for small businesses, giving you access to an unlimited audience at the touch, or tap, of a button.