I definitely am. I don't have a business but I'm a South African who studied in Turkey and in the UK. People ask me alot of questions about studying abroad so I'd like to share my experience. Additionally, I now work as an engineer in a male-dominated field and I STILL do not know how to share my experiences. Both the good and not so great. I hope to grow enough to be able to do that.
@@BMeloTheFirst I think that's a great reason to grow your instagram page! I'm sure so many people would love to know about your experiences studying abroad ✈️
My issue is definitely “just do it”. I think I’m scared to put out something bad. I’m kind of a perfectionist. Thank you so much for sharing such great info all the time. ❤️😘
what I have done is pre-record little "good morning" and talking bits so I have them on hand. My goal is to have my face on my story every day and this helps
Instagram Stories are so inconsistent. It’s crazy hard to maintain. Engagement will be crazy with huge four-figure views and then ... the next day, nothing. Even with the same content.
I was that person not planning my social media strategy - I make it easier by building a content calendar and discpline myself to plan ahead - and also not be scared to try new things. YAS - LATER IS DOPE AND SAVED MY LIFE TOO.
This is helpful because my engagement has decreased tremendously with IG new algorithm. I keep trying to post consistently but my engagement has gone down. Definitely using your tips!
I'm an eBoss!! I was so excited to see the club opened up for 24 hrs. I jumped on that thang!! I'm ready to grow my cake business brand. I love your content and I know the club content is next level🙌🏾🎊🎉
Erin... when I tell you I was literally thinking to myself yesterday "wouldn't ti be cool if I could find a way to plan ahead and schedule my IG posts?" All imma tell y'all it ASK and you shall receive!! Thank you Erin, for being the literally answer to one of my prayers💕 EDIT: The hardest thing is this Instagram is just ONE part of trying to be a content creator! On top of two UA-cam Channels😫 I'm not sure enough people truly understand all the work and effort it takes to be constantly creating content across MULTIPLE platforms😪😪whewww chile I'll definitely be using Later to lighten my load and plan ahead, thanks again
Thanks so much My Michigan Sis… 313 in the building…My UA-cam is so organic too like you said but Instagram Whewwww Chileeee lol… So yea…I def NEED THIS VIDEO! Thanks 🥰🥰🥰
ahhh girl you are GORGEOUS 🌹 i thought of laura harrier’s long lost sister 🥺😍✨ keep shining and thank you for letting us in on these tips! IG is so tricky >.
Social media strategy is very important. Content creation is fundamental to the social media marketing strategy. As a digital marketing specialist, I always try to create content that is 99% high-quality. For example, to have a high-quality live video I go live from my desktop using YellowDuck .tv that allows me to go live on IG from my PC or Mac. To have a visually more attractive post I use Canva. Also, I schedule my posts using Hootsuite or Later.
This video was super helpful! Definitely adding these tips to my social strategy + I’m going to check out later!! I love a good scheduling app! Thanks Erin!
One of the most challenging things for me on Instagram is feeling like I can’t be as diverse as I would be on UA-cam. On UA-cam you can make videos about so many different topics, but they still relate to you and what you’re up to as a person. But photos from those themes on Instagram just look like a random “picture salad”. So I have felt like I have to niche down and get really specific with Instagram and leave out content I would want to share on UA-cam. Is anybody else having a similar experience? Or am I overthinking? Perhaps learning how to use Instagram live and doing more stories and using videos will fix that problem. Thanks for sharing these growth strategies
I'd say use videos instead of images. Videos do better in terms of reach anyway because there's just naturally more to engage with in a video than an image. Chunk your youtube video talking points into individual videos for IG. Same info but just separated if that makes sense. Or even better just repurpose a one of two of the best parts for IG!
The most challenging thing is MAKING REELS! 1. I don't like acting- not natural to me. 2. They are like MINI youtube content i.e requires pre- thought and editing and I already do all that work for my youtube channel. 3. If you don't sync with the music its horrible but syncing with the music ain't easy 4. The easy reels are the boring ones - true story😆 5. I'm already doing post, story, tv and now Reels 😮 😬 6. It's TIME CONSUMING. See #s 2, 3 and 5. Whew.....I didn't know I had these strong feelings 🤣🤣🤣 I feel much better now. Thanks for asking E.
Thank you so much Erin for this. I literally took notes and cannot wait to implement! The most challenging thing was having a system to post for you, which you covered! You are the best!
You are so amazing for making these wholesome videos to help us out! The struggle been real for me cracking the code. I think I’m going to fall back and save up some content for a minute. With these tips I feel like I can (finally) do some thangz!
This was super helpful and I loved the Later demo. I have an account and I just get overwhelmed with all the features (in a good way)! Thanks for these tips, Erin!
Later sounds like a great app! So useful especially if u have a lot of content lined up and ur not quite ready to post them, you can start your post in that app and edit it there too and then schedule the post for when u want to to appear on your IG! Great for keeping up with posting on IG. P.S. I love your look here! Ur hair is pretty and it matches so nicely with the denim
This was really good! At first I thought it was only going to be about Later, (which I’m going to try) but then you went on about even more great stuff! Authentic! I took notes! Thank you!!!!
I'm curious about your take on TikTok. Are you on it under a different name? I already feel like you're doing great so no need to stress or stretch. Just curious on your thoughts and if you plan on getting on the Tok ☺ Great tips, reels have been a game changer for me 🙏🏾
Lovely video Erin! Later app seems handy. The most difficult thing for me personally is storytelling and I don't have pictures with myself, it is out of my budget currently to get a pro photo shoot and usually on insta & fb posts get more engagements when I have my own photos vs other. I kind of dropped out of SM for a few months...
smashed it girl power to you and your loved ones this ones been jarrin for me lately defo gonna check out some more and feel free to share more love it
Hey Erin ! first of all I love your content so so much and it’s really helped me a lot during my entrepreneurial journey, my UA-cam channel, and then my small stationary business. I would really love to try this Instagram scheduling program you recommend, but I was curious about how you think later compares to Facebook business week scheduling services?
Is that the same pineapple cutter that you recognized on the eBoss video??? lol Great tips! Lawwwd, I need to work in my IG life! Thanks for the motivation.
Hey. Hope you reply. It’s now a year later and we have REELS, with trending sounds. How do you choose your reels sound within later? I just installed it. But I don’t think they have it updated to add music from your saved sounds
Before you post something like this actually do your research. I took your advice and a few hours into using this platform my Instagram was hacked as a direct result because of it. It was temporarily banned because instagram does not allow the use of 3rd party apps. For anyone reading this, do not take this advice your account could potentially get deleted from it
To the person who’s reading this, you will grow your Business one day don’t give up !❤️
🙌🏾
Yassss, thank you!
Thanks for the encouragement
Needed this 💕
YASS!! Manifest that ish
Instagram purposely makes it hard to grow on their platform because they want people to run ads
They are hard at work making it difficult. I’m running. Couple ads to confirm they are doing this.
!!!!!!!!!
yup tiktok is the way to go rn
I believe that...good old facebook rules
yep because Facebook took over🙃
Love these tips, Erin! Who else is working to grow their instagram in 2021? 🙋🏾♀️
I definitely am. I don't have a business but I'm a South African who studied in Turkey and in the UK. People ask me alot of questions about studying abroad so I'd like to share my experience. Additionally, I now work as an engineer in a male-dominated field and I STILL do not know how to share my experiences. Both the good and not so great. I hope to grow enough to be able to do that.
@@BMeloTheFirst I think that's a great reason to grow your instagram page! I'm sure so many people would love to know about your experiences studying abroad ✈️
Omg I definitely am! I try to post everyday for sure!💛
@@AlexisStyles That's amazing!! Wishing you all the success in 2021! ✨📱 we've got this!
Im stuck at 10k 🤦♀️
My issue is definitely “just do it”. I think I’m scared to put out something bad. I’m kind of a perfectionist. Thank you so much for sharing such great info all the time. ❤️😘
You're not alone, alot of us have this ❤️
SAME!!!
I WISH PEOPLE UNDERSTOOD HOW MUCH WORK IT GOES INTO BEEN A SELF-BUSINESS LOL ‼️
I'm now learning that. Lol. Especially with a full time job
true
Yesssss
💯🗣
Exactly..
Yes, Erin! Talking in stories gets me the most engagement...problem is I'm not always 'camera-ready' working from home 😭😂
Don’t let that stop you sis! Filters work wonders lol
That’s a great excuse to invest in face and hair products AND cute clothes
@@itsNazsare true!!! 😂
@@mandisamakubu7651 facts!! 🙌🏽
what I have done is pre-record little "good morning" and talking bits so I have them on hand. My goal is to have my face on my story every day and this helps
Instagram Stories are so inconsistent. It’s crazy hard to maintain. Engagement will be crazy with huge four-figure views and then ... the next day, nothing. Even with the same content.
Don't be afraid. Be focused. Be determined hurt shed pear fort
Girl you are the reason my business is thriving .
I was that person not planning my social media strategy - I make it easier by building a content calendar and discpline myself to plan ahead - and also not be scared to try new things. YAS - LATER IS DOPE AND SAVED MY LIFE TOO.
Do you use Later for your content calendar?
This is helpful because my engagement has decreased tremendously with IG new algorithm. I keep trying to post consistently but my engagement has gone down. Definitely using your tips!
Going live is sooo important. Go live, go live, go live.
Definitely insta story engagement is always inconsistent. Sometimes when I'm barely doing anything I get the most views lol
I'm an eBoss!! I was so excited to see the club opened up for 24 hrs. I jumped on that thang!! I'm ready to grow my cake business brand. I love your content and I know the club content is next level🙌🏾🎊🎉
Erin... when I tell you I was literally thinking to myself yesterday "wouldn't ti be cool if I could find a way to plan ahead and schedule my IG posts?" All imma tell y'all it ASK and you shall receive!! Thank you Erin, for being the literally answer to one of my prayers💕
EDIT: The hardest thing is this Instagram is just ONE part of trying to be a content creator! On top of two UA-cam Channels😫 I'm not sure enough people truly understand all the work and effort it takes to be constantly creating content across MULTIPLE platforms😪😪whewww chile I'll definitely be using Later to lighten my load and plan ahead, thanks again
Yes content creation is like a full time job. And I already have a full time job lol
Instagram seems like it's harder and harder to grow these days
nope ur wrong
@@dcartiair Is it easy for you? Can you show me how to succeed?
True .m losing followers
@@thisisseemaa why do you think that is? 🤔
@@ThreeTwentyTech i noticed people saying insta is removing inactive accounts
The bonus tip! Doing our best to start our UA-cam channel to have a SEO friendly social media and engaging social.
i’m am so happy to be here early, yesss erin🤍
God will bless you for your hard work !! Just keep going!
I just love how you sounds so naturally motivational and excited!! Really gets me inspired 🙏🏼🙏🏼❤️ thank you for sharing 🙏🏼
Love these tips. The most challenging part for me is the reach, I feel like I haven't figured out how I get more people to see my content.
Thanks so much My Michigan Sis… 313 in the building…My UA-cam is so organic too like you said but Instagram Whewwww Chileeee lol… So yea…I def NEED THIS VIDEO! Thanks 🥰🥰🥰
ahhh girl you are GORGEOUS 🌹 i thought of laura harrier’s long lost sister 🥺😍✨ keep shining and thank you for letting us in on these tips! IG is so tricky >.
I’ve been playing with Instagram and no growth yet... I’m not giving up! Thanks for the tips!
Notification geng 💃🏽💃🏽💃🏽
Yay!!
this is the video i’ve been waiting on from youuuu😩
I was struggling with my personal brand until I found your channel. Thank you.
It’s the consistency for meee!
Social media strategy is very important. Content creation is fundamental to the social media marketing strategy. As a digital marketing specialist, I always try to create content that is 99% high-quality. For example, to have a high-quality live video I go live from my desktop using YellowDuck .tv that allows me to go live on IG from my PC or Mac. To have a visually more attractive post I use Canva. Also, I schedule my posts using Hootsuite or Later.
I have a candle business and I'm having the hardest time growing my IG😩 it's been so hard
yes to being authentic and really BEING YOURSELF 💖also taking notes on how to make an effective social media strategy 📝
This video was super helpful! Definitely adding these tips to my social strategy + I’m going to check out later!! I love a good scheduling app! Thanks Erin!
One of the most challenging things for me on Instagram is feeling like I can’t be as diverse as I would be on UA-cam. On UA-cam you can make videos about so many different topics, but they still relate to you and what you’re up to as a person. But photos from those themes on Instagram just look like a random “picture salad”. So I have felt like I have to niche down and get really specific with Instagram and leave out content I would want to share on UA-cam. Is anybody else having a similar experience? Or am I overthinking? Perhaps learning how to use Instagram live and doing more stories and using videos will fix that problem. Thanks for sharing these growth strategies
I'd say use videos instead of images. Videos do better in terms of reach anyway because there's just naturally more to engage with in a video than an image. Chunk your youtube video talking points into individual videos for IG. Same info but just separated if that makes sense. Or even better just repurpose a one of two of the best parts for IG!
The most challenging thing is MAKING REELS!
1. I don't like acting- not natural to me.
2. They are like MINI youtube content i.e requires pre- thought and editing and I already do all that work for my youtube channel.
3. If you don't sync with the music its horrible but syncing with the music ain't easy
4. The easy reels are the boring ones - true story😆
5. I'm already doing post, story, tv and now Reels 😮 😬
6. It's TIME CONSUMING. See #s 2, 3 and 5.
Whew.....I didn't know I had these strong feelings 🤣🤣🤣 I feel much better now. Thanks for asking E.
Have you tried repurposing your UA-cam videos into reels?
Thank you so much Erin for this. I literally took notes and cannot wait to implement! The most challenging thing was having a system to post for you, which you covered! You are the best!
Very amazing ! I implemented these tips and grew my Instagram in 2021! 👐🏽
Yea I hear reels are the way to get traction on Instagram. I think once it’s video is most valuable on any social media platform these days.
Yes I’m Num 2 in the comment 😝😝💕💕💕 have a blessed week everyone ❤️
Instagram is so competitive!! I've been posting every day and got about 60 followers in a month but it's so hard (I have about 390 followers)
Keep going girl!
I really enjoyed this video! You taught me so many ways to expand my ideas while Ive been feeling stuck and not knowing what to post
I always wondered how people organized their feed into a pattern ☺️ Now I know
I will be using these tips to grow my instagram and trying to post more on my stories 💛
You’re so thorough and thoughtful, thank you ❤
Oh I just freaking love your ENERGY!
You are so amazing for making these wholesome videos to help us out! The struggle been real for me cracking the code. I think I’m going to fall back and save up some content for a minute. With these tips I feel like I can (finally) do some thangz!
Love.. seeing ya growth thur ya videos has been truly amazing... Boss chick who is encouraging others with actual tips 🔥🔥🔥
This was super helpful and I loved the Later demo. I have an account and I just get overwhelmed with all the features (in a good way)!
Thanks for these tips, Erin!
I really adore your charisma and personality
I know this isn’t what the video is about, but I’m distracted by your make up!! You look gorgeous ❤️. Thanks so much for all your info xx
Later sounds like a great app! So useful especially if u have a lot of content lined up and ur not quite ready to post them, you can start your post in that app and edit it there too and then schedule the post for when u want to to appear on your IG! Great for keeping up with posting on IG.
P.S. I love your look here! Ur hair is pretty and it matches so nicely with the denim
Ooh girl you are looking 🔥🔥😍 okay back to the video 😅
Your videos are ALWAYS full of soooo much value! Thank you! I love it!
Eagerly hoping these tips will boost my IG following and engagement. ♥️
This was really good! At first I thought it was only going to be about Later, (which I’m going to try) but then you went on about even more great stuff! Authentic! I took notes! Thank you!!!!
Thank you so much, Erin. I'm over here taking notes right now!
Really loved this tips my goal
Is 10k by December !
That's amazing. My goal was 500 by end of April and I reached it by March. It is a slow but sure process.
I have just subbed to you, thank you for posting this.
So glad I found your channel priceless information Thank you
How do you always know what I need to see? That is talent 🤣
Not sure why this post has many dislikes but I just gave you a thumbs up!
I’m loving these tips!😍💛
Good tips on increasing engagement and following! 😉
I just started my business and I super nervous about marketing strategies this helped me a lot thanks so much
Honestly I have been struggling with my IG, so I'll definitely be implementing all of these things
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Thanks for sharing these tips love! They've definitely been useful 🤗
Thanks for uploading this video, I really like your page!
Thank you! This was extremely helpful.
Hey Erin! Early I hit the bell love you!
I just subbed to you, thanks for uploading this.
This is helpful thank you!! Your channel really inspired my to start my own channel on my home buying and home decor journey👏🏾👏🏾🤗
whaaaaaatttttt ! I never knew you could schedule a first comment. I used later years ago but I switched to Planoly. I'm gonna switch back!
I'm curious about your take on TikTok. Are you on it under a different name? I already feel like you're doing great so no need to stress or stretch. Just curious on your thoughts and if you plan on getting on the Tok ☺ Great tips, reels have been a game changer for me 🙏🏾
My instagram just growing slowing on its own lol
I wish my youtube would do the same
Lovely video Erin! Later app seems handy. The most difficult thing for me personally is storytelling and I don't have pictures with myself, it is out of my budget currently to get a pro photo shoot and usually on insta & fb posts get more engagements when I have my own photos vs other. I kind of dropped out of SM for a few months...
Thank you for sharing! 💛 I’ll definitely implement these tips to grow my account.
you always provide such useful info
Thanks Erin for the great advice. I'm trying to learn some of those video techniques to make my IG posts better. Thanks for the info on Later.
smashed it girl power to you and your loved ones this ones been jarrin for me lately defo gonna check out some more and feel free to share more love it
I love this and the tips for later seems like it’s a life saver
Great video! Will take a look at LATER.
Fabulous content! Subscribed! Thank you so much for these helpful videos!
I love your content!! You are sooo smart and so inspiring for me, thank you💗💗💗
Very awesome information Erin. You’re so knowledgeable ❣️
These tips are soo helpful. Soo glad I watched all the way to the end. I definitely want to try Later. And the hardest part for me is strategizing!
Being consistent is the hardest part for me lol I know strategy, I just don’t create the actual content to post to IG 🥴
Hey Erin ! first of all I love your content so so much and it’s really helped me a lot during my entrepreneurial journey, my UA-cam channel, and then my small stationary business. I would really love to try this Instagram scheduling program you recommend, but I was curious about how you think later compares to Facebook business week scheduling services?
Is that the same pineapple cutter that you recognized on the eBoss video??? lol Great tips! Lawwwd, I need to work in my IG life! Thanks for the motivation.
love this!! thank you
Ma for some reason your Instagram links are not working...
Step one: be jaw dropping-ly gorgeous 😍
Hey. Hope you reply. It’s now a year later and we have REELS, with trending sounds. How do you choose your reels sound within later? I just installed it. But I don’t think they have it updated to add music from your saved sounds
This is legit advice! Thank you
Before you post something like this actually do your research. I took your advice and a few hours into using this platform my Instagram was hacked as a direct result because of it. It was temporarily banned because instagram does not allow the use of 3rd party apps. For anyone reading this, do not take this advice your account could potentially get deleted from it
You look beautiful 😍. You encourage me a lot. I know because of you I am hitting 10,000 subscription on UA-cam this year.
I believe u can
@@RuthiesVlogWorld thanks means a lot
exactly speak it into existence!! 👍🏾👏🏾
@@iheartcoffeenmakeup yeah, thanks dear
@@iheartcoffeenmakeup amen
Listen to erin I did and I actually tripled my following as well. I also attract 7x more clients from instagram,.
Because your the only one my color telling it like blues would in the corporate office
I wasn't gonna keep trying because in changing my life I was just
They take over and promote each other
Thanks for this babe