1. Using hashtags on Instagram stories
The number one Instagram mistake is taking away time. Instagram has deactivated the ability to use hashtags in stories. Prior to the update, you could use 10 hashtags in your instagram stories. If you are looking for other ways to increase your instagram stories & understand stories, the Instagram Story Vault will help you master Instagram Stories.
2. Follow for follow
This Instagram mistake will destroy your engagement. You want to build an authentic engagement on instagram and if you are using follow for follow, it will not help you grow your community. It will take time from your day to engage with those people and honestly after a while you will fall off. You know how I know this? Last year I played the follow for follow game in the beginning of my instagram journey. I thought it would get more followers and help me increase my online income. I’m here to tell you that people finding you authentically is the best thing you can do for yourself.
3. Using the “recommended” 5-7 hashtags
There’s a rumor going around created by instagram that you should be using 5-7 Hashtags. You know it’s always a good idea to test these things out. I tested them on several accounts and “IT WAS A LIE” for accounts will less than 30K followers. Wanna learn more about hashtags? The Hashtag Booklet will help you navigate hashtags. Also check out Hashtag Strategy For Beginner’s blog post.
4. Spending hours creating Instagram Reels
Okay, Let’s get reel. Spending hours on one reel whether it’s viral or not may not be a needle pusher in your business. Use the Instagram Reel Freebie to help you come up with reel ideas and KEEP IT SIMPLE! Creating Reels is one thing, but converting views to followers and customers is the main goal.
5. Only talking about what’s free
Freebies are amazing and it’s a way to reach your ideal clients inbox, but sometimes there’s people who want to buy your product or service right away. How do they know what you offer if you don’t let them know. These past 2 weeks while on vacation, I posted 3 times, was active on stories and focused my energy on things that would bring me future income. I made $1,000 on vacation.
Wife, Daughter, Sister, Friend and the best HYPE girl. In 2016, I went to Thailand and met my husband. Literally, in Koh Phagan, I not only fell in love with this wonderful man, but with all things TRAVEL! February 2020, I started telling my story! I am so HAPPY you are here! LET’S GO ON ADVENTURE!
