Best Practices on How to Master Instagram Reels

Stop the Scroll: A social Media podcast with Heidi Schmidt - Social Media and Content Marketing Advice for small business owners and solopreneurs looking to win online

Are you itching to get more out of your Instagram reels?

Recently, Meta shared a document on how to maximize your impact on Reels.
We’re breaking down the recommendations so they’re easy to understand, and implement into your own Instagram strategies.

The biggest takeaway is the importance of entertaining, digestible, and relatable content that will help you stand out in the crowded Instagram landscape.
Additionally, we share actionable tips on using hooks, text overlays, transitions, and how to create visually compelling narratives to improve your Instagram reels.

Whether you're a small business owner, solopreneur, or content creator, this episode is packed with essential tips to help you master reels so you can show up confidently online!
Episode Highlights:

• The importance of entertaining, digestible, and relatable content in Instagram Reels.

• How to utilize trending audio, filters, and creative editing techniques.

• Strategies for using hooks, text overlays, and transitions.

• Reinforcing the importance of authenticity and human presence in video content.

Resources mentioned

• Meta’s Guide on Instagram Reels via Social Media Today

• Instagram Reels Workshop in Annapolis, MD

• Guide to Instagram Hooks and Video Ideas

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