Any e-commerce company, marketer, creator, or big or small business owner should incorporate Instagram into their arsenal of social media platforms. Instagram can be used to increase revenue, develop client loyalty, and deliver first-rate customer service. With over 1 billion active users on the platform, it’s an excellent channel for business owners to grow organically.
Fully embrace Instagram by actively utilizing all of its capabilities, posting a variety of content on a regular basis, and interacting with your audience. To boost your business on Instagram, you need an effective marketing strategy. Let’s dive into some of the basics of Instagram Marketing.
Make It Look Good
Making a visually appealing Instagram profile is one of the best strategies to attract potential customers. Potential customers are more likely to gain interest in your business if it’s stimulating. Note: A strong bio is important as it’s the first thing potential customers read about your business.
Research Your Target Audience
Similar to Facebook (Meta) ads, Instagram uses an algorithm to decide who will see your advertisements. A business has the option to target its Instagram audience based on the consumers’ interests, behaviors, geography, and other factors. Gather as much information as you can on your target market. Who is the perfect potential buyer? Once you’re aware of the demographics and behaviors of your target audience you can create a winning approach. Under “Insights”, go to “Audience”. Here, you can see some vital statistics about your existing followers including their age range, gender and location.
Use Niche-Specific Hashtags
A larger audience can be reached with the proper hashtags. While you can use popular hashtags to gain the attention of many, your brand should also choose hashtags that are specialized to reach a targeted audience.
Use Geotags
Geotags can help you connect with local clients. Instagram recently launched an interactive map that can help potential customers discover your business. Make sure your business is listed with an accurate address.
Work With Other Businesses
By collaborating with other brands you can boost your brand awareness. They’ll post something related to your business which brings their followers to you, then you post something in regards to their business which in return brings them new potential customers.
Some extra ways to promote your business on Instagram:
- Launch Giveaways and Contests
- Publish Reels and Stories (Instagram’s – algorithm highly favors these)
- Launch Instagram Ads
- Share Content Created By Your Audience
Your brand identity will be stronger if you have an effective social media marketing strategy, but keep in mind that this is a continuous process, and results don’t always show immediately. The success of your business on Instagram hinges on how effectively you sell it.
Stay engaged, my friends.
