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A woman smiling while taking a mirror selfie with on-screen text that reads, “2025 didn’t make sense while I was in it. But now? It feels crystal clear.” Below, a blog header says, “How to Use Instagram’s Text Carousel Feature to Boost Engagement (Without Doing More),” on a pink background with the Brandakin logo.
How to Use Instagram’s Text Carousel Feature to Boost Engagement (Without Doing More) instagram instagramforbusiness instagramgrowth instagramtips

 Let’s talk about one of Instagram’s easiest (and most effective) features right now, text carousels.

I’ve tried them out multiple times, and the results speak for themselves: better views than som...

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How to Create Instagram Posts That Get Shared (The Humor Hack You’re Missing) content creation instagram instagramforbusiness instagramtips

Let me let you in on a little secret:
📈 I didn’t realize how much reach I was missing out on until I started leaning into humor.

Once I began using Instagram’s humor pillar, everything changed, mo...

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Instagram Bio Tips: What to Remove and What to Add for Better Growth instagram instagram growth instagrambio instagramforbusiness

 

We put so much time into planning content, designing Reels, and writing captions
 but your Instagram bio? It deserves just as much attention! đŸ’„

Your bio is often someone’s first impression of yo...

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Pastel blue and pink blog header graphic with the title “How to Up level Your Reels: Best Practices from Instagram’s Hidden Tips” in bold text. Features an upward growth bar chart with stars and the Brandakin Social Media logo in the corner.
How to level up Your Reels: Best Practices from Instagram’s Hidden Tips instagram instagramforbusiness instagramtips reels

Want to boost your Reels performance and actually see results on Instagram? You’re in the right place!

Instagram quietly dropped a list of Reels Best Practices inside the professional dashboard, bu...

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13 Instagram Growth Secrets I Learned in Just 45 Days instagram instagram growth instagramforbusiness social media growth

I did the experimenting so you don’t have to. Want to grow on Instagram without burning out? Start here.đŸ‘‡đŸŒ

For the last 45 days, I’ve been super intentional with my Instagram strategy.

I posted ...

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Day 12 of Social Media Growthmas - What to Pin on Instagram: Stop Guessing and Use These Strategic Tips instagram instagram feed instagramforbusiness sellingoninstagram

📌 Stop wondering what to pin on your Instagram profile, let’s make it easy!

Pinned posts are prime real estate. They’re one of the first things a visitor sees when landing on your profile, and they...

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 you just need to hire Brandakin Social Media” with a smaller caption at the bottom saying “the results speak for themselves.”
Your Niche Isn’t Too Saturated, You Just Need a Strategy That Works contentthatconverts instagramforbusiness social media marketing social media strategy

Let’s talk about a big social media myth I hear way too often:
“My niche is too saturated to grow.”

Here’s the truth: it’s not your niche, it’s your strategy. And once you lock in a strategic and ...

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