If you've never posted an Instagram story before, you're missing out! It's an excellent way to get extra visibility with your followers. Think of stories like the "snack" in between the meals (which are your Instagram posts). It's the thing that helps keep you top of mind, keep a connection going with your followers, even … Continue reading How to start using Instagram Stories
For those of you in our special 8-Day #HelloFallChallenge, we had a great Loop Friday last week, didn't we? Thanks for taking part in that oh-so-fun experiment with us! We wanted to see if everyone got at least 3 other small business owners / small biz lovers involved with the loop, could we get everyone … Continue reading How to get REAL followers that matter to your business on Instagram
Have you ever noticed those IG accounts that have tens of thousands of followers out of nowhere and clearly are using messenger bots, have bought followers (or paid for follower services) and just seem to have massively explosive inorganic growth? We don't do that here. Not inorganic growth anyways. Here at ADS, we believe in … Continue reading Instagram Business Tips: Using Quick Replies as Authentic Alternative to Messenger Bots
when's the last time you checked the link in your bio? As you have probably figured out by now, you can't include clickable links in your post. So, that means you're going to always have to tell people to go to the link in your bio. It's just the easiest way to get people to … Continue reading Optimize your Instagram Link (in your bio)
Take a look at your Instagram bio right now. What does it say? Is it informative? Intriguing? After people look at your picture and name, the bio's the next place people look to figure out if they want to follow you (or keep following you) and why. This is a very critical area for you … Continue reading How to optimize your Instagram bio
Yesterday in our #HelloFallChallenge (an 8-day Instagram Challenge we're doing now), we all did introductory posts, most starting with "Hello, my name is." Today, I want you to now consider the importance of your actual name on Instagram. Remember, people will be searching for you by your business (or personal brand) name largely but how … Continue reading Do you know the power of your Instagram name?
Now's the time to join in the fun! Doesn't it seem like 2019 has absolutely flown by? And what does your Instagram have to show for it - lackluster results? Say no more. I get it. That's why I'm so glad to officially invite you to the #HelloFallChallenge: eight days of Instagram fun with all the juicy … Continue reading Ready to turn over a new leaf with your Instagram? Check out the #HelloFallChallenge
March 27, 2019 | Atlanta, GA The very definition of an entrepreneur means you’re about to attempt to wear many hats that you were never intended to nor qualified to wear. In fact, 66% of small to medium-sized business owners are personally responsible for three or more of the following areas of their business: branding … Continue reading BrandTech Day helps entrepreneurs with two of their biggest struggles: branding and technology
Wondering what IGTV is, why it is and how to use it? Here are all the basics to get you started - including how to upload a video from mobile and web (once that bug is fixed). Check out our video tutorial below plus these tips and things to know (be sure to watch the intro … Continue reading How to do IGTV: Learn the Basics of Instagram Television
Anybody can use a social media management platform like HootSuite, Buffer or Sprout Social to manage and schedule social media posts, tweets, etc. But what if you manage several social media accounts? What if you want to do some real engagement with your Twitter followers without taking forever to scroll through that Twitter home page … Continue reading A Better Way to Use Twitter: TweetDeck Tips 2018