Instagram is a photo and video sharing platform owned by meta. It is a Meta operated image centric platform available on both android, iOS, Windows and web. Instagram can also be used to grow from scratch (Followers and Engagement). The platform allows content to be framed in square, it allows messaging, uploading of multiple images and videos on a single post and stories feature. It also allows users to take photos and use built in filters and then share.
Instagram users are able to connect with other users by use of tags and location, view trending videos/photos, and follow other users and so on.
In this blog post we will be discussing how you can grow your Instagram account from 0 followers to any number you so much desire.
Optimize your page
The first thing to do one you have successfully created an account on Instagram is to optimize your page. First chose a fantastic username. In choosing a username, do well to choose one that people can easily remember and one that reflects your brand identity. Then after that, you should write a catchy bio. This has to do with telling us what who you are, what you and so on. You should also upload a high quality profile picture and a bio link.
Create content calendar
Content calendar are helpful in making sure you keep to consistency. It helps you to determine what should be posted at what time or day. It also helps to come up with relevant content ideas that are relevant to your audience and shows when audiences are available to view your post on social media.
Organize your highlights
Highlights are groups of select old (expired) stories. You can organize them by theme or topic, such as Q&As, tips or events thereby making it easier for people to find relevant stories. They’re also located at the top of your profile, which makes users more likely to check them first before scrolling down to your posts.
Use proper hashtags
Hashtags connects you with more audience that are in search of that your service. You can make use of some general hashtags trending or you can create a special one for your brand. Brand hashtag is always unique because it helps you customers connect with you directly. Be proactive by focusing on industry-specific hashtags relevant to your customers. Use of hashtags properly can aid in growing Instagram from scratch.
Post contents that suits your audience.
Posting content that does not resonate with your audience is like waste of time. Your audience wants to see some catching and contradicting topics. Use of Captions, reels, memes and so on. All of them work depending on your audience. Be willing to jump on trends but you obviously shouldn’t copycat your competitors. That said, you can take notes on what they’re doing or posting that drives engagement.
Engage your audience
It is one thing to create exciting content, it is another thing to engage your audience. Reply comments, questions, suggestions, appreciate the little things your audience are doing for you. Being supportive and responding promptly shows people that you care. You’d be surprised at how your Instagram followers increase once you start acting more personable.
Go live with your audience
Host Instagram live sessions to interact with your audience. Your audience will be happy to join. This helps foster real-time engagement and build a sense of community. For example you can just host a Q & A sessions where you interact and get to hear the view of your audience.
Conclusion:
In Conclusion all these steps are very vital ways/steps on How to grow Instagram from Scratch.
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