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Social media tips, insights and how-tos from Emily Avdem Nelson.

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Want to make your Instagram feed look more cohesive and on brand without overthinking it? I've got you!

There are so many ways to approach your Instagram layout and the best part is, you can choo...

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Feeling like your Instagram isn’t working for you the way it should? Maybe it’s time for a refresh! 🙌🏼

Social media is meant to work for you, to grow your audience, build trust, and drive traffic t...

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You asked, “What’s the easiest Instagram Reel to make that’s not just a photo?”
Here’s the honest answer and it’s one of my favorite go-to strategies.

The timelapse. Yep, that’s it!

Sometimes we...

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Five Common Instagram Bio Mistakes (and How to Fix Them)

Your Instagram bio is one of the first things people see when they land on your profile. It should tell them exactly who you are, what yo...

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Now's the time to stop sleeping on this underrated Instagram feature!

If you’re creating reels for Instagram and not using the “trial reel” feature, you’re seriously missing out on one of the easiest...

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Curious about how to turn Instagram stories into sales machines? This is the post for you!

Let’s talk about one of the most underrated tools for making money on Instagram: Stories. Used right, Instag...

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Here's a new Instagram update that's actually worth your time.

Yes, you read that right—Instagram just dropped an update that could seriously boost your visibility beyond the app... and it's kind of ...

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We all know that Instagram reels can take forever to create. From planning the idea to picking the audio to filming and editing—it can feel like a full-time job. 😅

But it doesn’t have to be that ...

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Writing engaging captions for your social media posts is super important. Your captions do more than just explain what’s in the photo or video, they help people connect with you, understand what y...

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Watch this quick Brandakin How-To video to learn how to remix a video on Instagram. Content creation has never been easier!

Seriously, doing this for meme reels is SO quick and easy! I sometimes make m...

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There is a common biggest mistake I see when it comes to social media advertising. Learn what it is and how you can avoid falling into the same trap.

Consider this your friendly reminder NOT to throw...

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I bet you’ve been thinking about “consistency” wrong!🫣

Let’s redefine consistency in the world of social media. It’s not about the number of posts you post every week; it’s about creating a sustainab...

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