The Secret to REAL GROWTH on Instagram (it’s not Reels) 

Hope you enjoyed this week’s video! I’m curious what will you be working on first to improve your content on Instagram? Ps: JOIN THE CONTENT CREATOR TO CEO MAILING LIST FOR EXCLUSIVE TIPS! www.vanessalau.co/ceo

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Just want to show my appreciation for this channel. I started watching your content a few years ago and then one day built the courage to start my social media entrepreneurship journey and now 2 years later I'm now living my best life and dream job and financially independent. Thanks so much and wish you the best and to everyone else who reads this!

While I appreciate the information being shared, I am truly annoyed at how much work and tricks and “secrets” are necessary to engage on an app which is supposed to be about fun and socializing. It’s truly mentally exhausting. I just want to be authentic and engage organically w/o the BS Instagram puts ppl through. I want a SM platform that doesn’t require me to watch weekly YT vids to exist on it.

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Can you teach us how to fill and file our taxes now that we are content creators/ freelancers who are able to monetize and make money? According to my research, the process appears to be far more complicated than filing a standard w2 at the end of the year. Can you do a video on how to file taxes and when to for Self-Employment: What Freelancers need to Know the processes and stuff as a content creator/ RU-vidr? For example, can you do a breakdown or spreadsheet with us on what gets calculated together or separately (ad views, RU-vid Premium, Super Chat, Super Stickers, Channel Memberships, brand deals, sponsorships, or when a company sends you free stuff or things to try out and gifts)? Dates to file ahead and to pay on time. I've binged and watched a lot of videos on these topics lately but the more I watch the more questions I have. I've been subscribed and watching your videos from the start of your RU-vid career because you're inspiring and your videos are always easy to follow along to. I am at a point where I want to do freelancing but don't want to mess up on taxes so hopefully, you will do a video on this process.

LOVE THIS! i like to also use CRTL+F and use question words to search my competitors comments quickly, so searching for words like "How, what, why, if" etc and that helps me spot the questions within minutes!

YOU AREE THE BEST!!!!

Your video was so well-produced, thank you for putting in the effort!

So good! Thank you, Vanessa!!!

Got you a subscriber 35 seconds in!

I like the lighting change in the video 😉 Great tips as always 😎

Loved the video and took some notes as well which I think would help others, so here they are!- -keep the design clean -appeal to the wider audience to increase shareability -set up manychat (dms/comment section) (when you start getting more dms) -Reel/Post framework to increase shareability- Hook Micro-lessons Key takeaway (punchline) Clear call-to-action -monthly review of analytics (what's working? What's not working? Double down on what is working.) -leverage the collaboration feature -follow and engage with other similar accounts -create content that resonates -check what the viewers of your competitors are saying, like the unanswered question on their posts, and make content around those topics -ask your audience what they want directly via Instagram stories -once or twice a year, do a big market research survey to collect information (google forms) (more information about themselves and what they would like to see, what platforms they like to hang out in, what social media accounts they follow, feedback on how they would like to see my account change & improve); gives a lot of insight on your current audience and the gaps in the current content strategy -your content must answer these 2 questions: i. “Whats in it for me?” ii. “So what?” It is imperitent to give some value to the audience who pay you with their time. Whats the main take away from the content? -package your content in a way that is digestible to your audience. Have a good quality -ask a third party for opinion before posted, someone who’s view you respect and trust -do lives and speak on stories to deepen the connection with your community- increases loyalty -increase the variety of your content, dont make just one type of content so as to make sure yu dont eclude certain groups of people -stay up to date on how the ig algorithm works, some bullet points are Instagram values recency Instagram values relationships (increase interactions- like poll stickers or question stickers or even dms, add call-to-actions) Instagram values intestest (so, make sure you categorize your content properly, so that its easier to push your content and account to the right people. Put the keywords in your caption and write alt text in each post. Have a consistent theme in your content.) Instagram values videos Hope this helps

I started trying to grow my reach about a month ago and while I definitely have been growing, the catchy reels were getting the most views so I tried to double down on those and started losing followers because I was just trying to follow a trend and not offer content. So now I’ve backed off with being determined to post some thing every day if it’s not good. And honestly some of those days that I skip posting my followers grow even more…

This video was so well-scripted and organized, thank you for the clarity!

I’m glad you choose family / relationships as an example because I’m trying to grow my family brand lol 💕

I really love your tutorial videos they are mind blowing, keep it up

This video was so heartfelt and genuine, thank you for sharing it with us.

Wheee! More content this week! Thank you for all the value you offer Vanessa. Always learning loads

Thanks dear is just the true 🎉❤❤❤

I really needed to see this video today. Thank you for sharing, Vanessa.

Thanks for the hard truth. I'm applying this to my RU-vid strategy. Would love a RU-vid dedicated version of this if you feel there are some RU-vid strategies that are different enough from the IG ones you've got here.

Great value

what a great video! Super helpful!!! Thank you for these wonderful tips!!

Tons of value here! Tanks

Just found your account today. Wanting to startba channel and instagram. Your videos have been super helpful! Thank you!

Really interesting to hear another perspective other than using reels!

Great video good tips there are some I never thought about and will tried them out thanks for the new insite

This was SO helpful!!! Especially the part where you explain how you'd reframe the cat tree building video.

I’ve actually primarily seen my IG growth increase using REELS with content designed to help 20-somethings learn how to LOVE THEIR LIVES no matter what kind of challenges they’re experiencing. 🎥 Looking forward to trying out some additional ideas from this video to continue with that though! Thanks!

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THIS IS SOOOO GOOD AS ALWAYS!! Thank you Vanessa for your generosity in sharing your knowledge and wisdom! Your content is gold and inspires me to provide more value to my clients as well! 😍

I feel like family and relationship fits more into Life style niche and people do like it

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Great advice Vanessa & thanks for the tips :D

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A Wednesday upload! What a time to be alive! I'm here for it.

I'm tired of Instagram tbh

can you make a video about how to sell more products on Instagram and get more followers that would REALLY help me out in my business thank you😊

So grateful for your content. What suggestion do you have in finding who your competitors are within the network marketing arena?

Looking forward to implementing these tips! My favourite was the one about using a variety of features.

These are very helpful and value bombs!

Always love your content :)

Thank you Vanessa...Always providing great insight and advice.

Such great content you share Vanessa, started watching your channel so Two months ago and I have learnt a whole lot

My content is skyrocketing on TikTok but not on Instagram 😅

I came here not to learn I just missed your face that bringing peace to see

I really resonated with your point of adding text to a video or voiceover to bring more value to my audience, thanks for sharing!

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I am continuing your video for earning and learning thank you for your great supporting and helping to encourage me to become a great successful man

Thank for teacher in ths provide make me after watched i just see what something is motivate idea of create idea more

Guys you need to focus on TikTok and RU-vid, FB and IG not good right now.

Hey love!

QUESTION: I am just starting my YT channel and working out my "niche" based on my target audience (which is basically me). Right now I have Instagram and FB accounts for each part of my life. A business account and a personal account. I feel that they should really be the same accounts. How do I morph them? Or do I? Do you still keep personal accounts for friends and family? Or do you just have business accounts now? I've really been struggling to try to figure this out. And, thank you so much for your videos. This is the most YT help I've found from anyone! Amazing content!! : )

I got great value from this video as per usual

how does one add value as a lifestyle vlogger/fashion creator??

All of this makes complete sense and was very useful but I'm still struggling with how my content can be of value if its simply entertainment and people how have the same fashion or music tastes as myself :/

One question i still have especially about the polls..? What if you don’t have an audience yet? Who would respond to the polls?

It might take time oh look like it won't happen, but believe me there is space for everyone, keep pushing. 🙏😊❤️

Keep it working

you are so smart!

Wow great video

How do I determine what content goes into stories and what goes into reels? Im still struggling to identify my clients. Sure I aim at young mothers aged 25-40 because i think they're the ones who'd buy my stuffed dolls but I myself am in my 60s. I am learning from you. Thank you.

The problem is that the same "viral" concepts over and over get repetitive. But today every business wants to go viral, and every low quality phone-filming dude and their mom want to be a business, when they're really just wannabe influencers with no interesting story to tell and no captivating visuals to support it. Instagram has gone up another quality level and we need to adapt or we'll stay behind. It has always been that way and the only thing that's frustrating is how so much low-level user content is clogging up the internet, just to perish within a few days. How morbid. There should be a limit to how long all this stuff is burried online. It's just burning trees, not providing value, not creating happiness. I've stopped theorizing over my target audience and strategies. Epic experiences and beautiful moments aren't a strategy, maybe their documentation can be, sure. But I just want to create. That's how Instagram started anyways. Video making, okay, but meaningless, pointless content just for the purpose of consistency and offering something, no.

CAN YOU DO ONE FOR MUSIC CREATORS?

Good stuff

So good.

Hello Vanessa - thanks a lot for your tips. I create reels with recipes - and yet I do not have engagement at all. I would not say my reels are the best in the world but when I compare them to some high engagement accounts they are equal or sometimes even better. Or maybe I am biased…What would you recommend?

Love your free content sharing strategies but I think the intro hook saying strategy is not the problem the content being good is wrong. Isn't the problem more commonly the strategy? I feel like the rest of your video goes a lot into strategy. I completely agree with the part about taking pictures of yourself and your family not being good content though

Hello Vanessa, thanks for your videos. Helps a lot. Question: I posted a reel the last day of the month. After 12am the views go up (I grew 166 views to 3k) but the bonus reels cut the benefits at 166 views when the time for the new month begins. I could get the bonus for that reel? Even if the post doesn't have the 24 hrs posted?

great video! would the editor please reach out to me?

Such great points!

You help me a Lot.

How to do you get your audience to fill out a survey?

Very inspiring video thanks a lot 😊

*reels need more engagement u know!*

If I am a beginner with 500 followers on my personal Instagram should I change my content to match my business or start an entirely new account?

i do not sell any products or service, I just upload bike content for fun. I think all the tips are applicable either way right?

The gold is in the comments ✨

Can you please tell me how to make RU-vid videos like Rain Fraz RU-vid channel?

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IG music issues.... I have 2 different professional accounts on IG. On the newer account it has a ton of great music to use in reels/stories & the older account is only given lame music..... What gives?

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Nice video

Hello Vanessa If we start creating content after taking a long break how difficult it would be get reach Or its better to strat with a new account

I'm doing memes, so yah...got about 16 follower's.

My audience don't care

But you also talk a lot I always should run the video 1.5 faster and sometimes I can't finish it

Are you saying everyone with a following has good content? 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

Why you are not getting views on Instagram? Your content is simply not good. It might happen, when you did not spend enough time to understand who is the audience, you are trying to reach. Utilize IG story features for content ideas and solutions.

Hi Vanessa! i asked you a some questions as a message on Instagram - do you think you can answer them? or should I ask them here? or somewhere else? thank you!!!

Good a nice day Vanessa! I from upwork i seen you need a editor if you see my comment please answer me

The situation I'm in is that my content is very successful on TikTok -- like my first video I posted there got 80K views, but the same video crossposted on IG is getting like 100 views. I've tried to create unique but similar content on IG and I'm getting the same result. So I know its not the content because I have proof of success with it. I'm losing my mind.

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As usual, tons of value Vanessa! thank you very much 💙