Instagram is a great tool to market your business. One of the good things about Instagram is you get results for investing time and engagement on the app. Here are three things you can do right now to improve your Instagram account:
Pick up your phone and do these three things after reading this blog post.
1. Add your website to your Instagram bio
This sounds like a no brainer but not everyone does this. Check your Instagram bio to be sure that you have you website included. You can avoid missing out on sales, appointments, and any inquiries you could’ve received through your website. Here’s a guide on how to add a link to your Instagram bio.
2. Check in frequently on Instagram even when you’re not posting or sharing anything
Spending even just a few minutes everyday on your Instagram business account will pay off.
The Instagram algorithm rewards accounts that regularly engage with other accounts. Frequency of use is rewarded on the app. Instagram doesn’t send organic traffic to accounts that aren’t active. If you need to, schedule a few minutes every day to like and comment on content that’s similar to yours and/or supports your content. Doing a little more every day on Instagram will you help gain more followers without having to pay for them.
For more on how the Instagram algorithm works, check out this blog post.
3. Respond to all comments and direct messages
Communication is key to success on Instagram.
Stay on top of all comments and direct messages that you receive. Focus on prompt responses that clearly answer questions you receive. Always give a little love back when you receive a compliment in the form of a thank you along with an emoji or two. For negative comments that bash you or your brand for no reason, it may not be a bad idea to delete the comment. Some people don’t care to engage civilly on Instagram and it’s not your responsibility to change them.