How to Grow Your Instagram Following and Increase Engagement
Data doesn’t lie, and neither does your Instagram engagement rate! In this blog we’re going to teach you how you can increase your engagement rate and grow like a pro.
Create a Brilliant Instagram Bio For Business In 5 Easy Steps
Your Instagram bio is a vital business tool that uses limited characters and a few seconds of time to create clicks and views and purchases. Here’s how you can build a killer bio.
Instagram Apps That You Should Be Using
We’ve all got Instagram apps we can’t do without. Here is a list of apps from the Plann team that we think are pretty great. Let us know your thoughts!
6 Social Media Sins You Should Not Commit
Here are 6 social media sins that you probably shouldn’t commit. Make sure you are creating something amazing, otherwise you may lose followers.
What is Alt Text on Instagram, and Why Should You Care?
There are two reasons to add alt text to your images on Instagram, but one of those reasons isn’t a reason at all
Even More Instagram Content Ideas
We’re never short of content ideas here at Plann and sometimes they’re pretty good. These ones aren’t that great, but you should definitely read them.
What Is a Good ‘Social Media Strategy’ Anyway?
What is a social media strategy and how can you create one? Here are some practical tips for taking your social media into the stratosphere.
Mental Health + Social Media
Mental health is the new hot topic for social media businesses and now Pinterest wants to help you show compassion to yourself and ease your stress…
4 Types of Social Media Content that Shouldn’t Still Be a Thing
There are some types of content that should no longer exist. In this article, we’ll explore some of the more…aggravating ones.
Get Instant Access to Your August Content Calendar
Are you keen as anything to get your hands on the new August 2019 edition of our Instagram content calendar? I think you might be!
Instagram Removing Likes Is More About Business Than Mental Health
Instagram is testing removing public likes from it’s platform. The blog will discuss the potential reasons behind this from a business standpoint.
How To NOT Be An Instagram Influencer….Or How To Be A Terrible One
Being an influencer is a balancing act. What should you say? How will your audience respond? Here’s a few things that you totally shouldn’t do…
Social Media Engagement for Non-Robots
If you’re a robot, social media comments and responses are easy. If you’re not, here’s a simple guide to compete against artificial intelligence.
5 Social Media Topics We’d Love You To Blog About
Blog inspiration! Here are a few blogs on social media we’d love you read, because Instagram, Facebook and Twitter are tricky little beasts to understand…
How to Get More Likes on Facebook: 8 Quick Tips for Success
Getting Facebook likes is all about engagement with your audience. Here are some hot tips to get your page screaming and your audience applauding!
4 x APPS FOR CREATING UNIQUE STORIES
If you’re keen to make your life easier when it comes to creating Instagram stories, check out these 4 apps that are easy to use and add instant value.
HOW GRID DESIGN + ANALYTICS COME TOGETHER ON INSTAGRAM
Where is the sweet spot between design and data? Learn how to find a balance and create an Instagram account that gets results and makes sales.
How to Use Plann’s Instagram Analytics to Improve Your ‘Gram
Instagram analytics are amazing. You can create content and make improvements using evidence-based numbers and here’s how you can do it now
Things To Do When Instagram is Down
#instagramisdown Is trending on Twitter today and we have all the best solutions to get you through this devestating time.
HOW TO CREATE A UNIQUE INSTAGRAM THEME FOR YOUR BRAND
Instagram is all about your brand and your individual vibe. If you’re a soloprenuer with your own style or a big business lets talk how to create a unique theme for you.
HOW TO OPTIMISE INSTAGRAM BUSINESS FEATURES
Whether your goal is to sell a product or service, drive traffic to your website, or simply create more awareness, the following Instagram Business features will help you do just that!
Influencer Marketing for your Business
Working with influencers is much easier when you have the right people doing the right things. Make sure you follow these tips to get the results you want.
The Future of Social Media: Make the Most of It in 2019 and Beyond
Nobody knows what social media is going to look like in 5 years…or even by the end of this year. We thought we’d put together our key social media takeaways to help you smash out the rest of your 2019
Are You (Still) Making These Instagram Mistakes?
Don’t keep making the same old Instagram mistakes again and again. Here are a few common Instagram errors and how to resolve them.
Instagram for Retail Clothing
Instagram can be an important part of your marketing strategy, from introducing new customers through to building partnerships with other businesses.
How To Take Good Instagram Photos: 5 Tips for Gorgeous Pictures
Ready to step up your insta game! Plann have your top 5 tips for amazing photos & producing incredible content for your brand
5 Branding Ideas That Will Make You Stand Out On Social Media
Your brand is what makes you different and when it comes to social media you need to turn up the volume. Here are 5 branding ideas to make you stand out.
Campaign Ideas to inspire your followers
A social media campaign is a living, breathing tool for audience engagement. It brings all your tactics together and increases connection and enhances your reputation.
Why Your Instagram Isn’t Growing and How To Fix It
So your Instagram isn’t growing! Everyone ebbs and flows unless you’re Gigi Hadid. So today we’re going to show you how to fix it! You’re Welcome
Building a Social Media Stack for Business
Are you having trouble trying to find the best tools? Let’s talk building a social media stack for business and what products you need and what to avoid.
Everything You Need to Know About Nano Influencers
We’re breaking down exactly what a Nano Influencer is and whether or not your brand should work with them to achieve increased brand awareness and sales.
How to Create an Awesome Instagram Aesthetic
Whether you’re a business owner, influencer, or somewhere in between an awesome aesthetic will make your instagram the bomb shizzle.
13 Instagram Stories Tips and Tricks You Should Use Today
Instagram Stories are a hot topic right now, and you should be making use of these Instagram Stories tips and tricks if you want to stay ahead of the game!
Instagram Creator Profile
Instagram creator profiles are designed with influencers in mind. Is it something you need or will a business profile do the same thing?
4 x Powerful Ways to Use Instagram Stories for Business
Instagram is a powerful storytelling tool and used properly it can increase engagement and build a loyal following of clients.
Instagram Content Ideas for May 2019
Looking for Instagram content ideas for May 2019? Well then we *may* just be the droids you are looking for…
Instagram for Retail
Retail can be a tough nut to crack! Let’s talk about how to increase clickthroughs and drive revenue on instagram.
How to Craft an Authentic Instagram Grid
One of the big questions we’re faced with as social media content creators is how to craft an authentic Instagram grid that still manages to help us achieve real-world results.
What Men Really Want for Valentines Day
Looking for Valentine’s Day gift ideas for men? Look no further – we’ve got you covered with this list of gift ideas that men actually want.
How to Become one of the Top Instagram Accounts
Wondering how you can become one of the top Instagram accounts in the world? Here are our best tips for you!
Why are Google’s Accelerated Mobile Pages Gaining Popularity?
Google’s new Accelerated Mobile Pages (AMP) are attracting more and more website admins. By why is that? Do you need it for your website?
5 Ways to Outsource Your Instagram Marketing
Today we’re sharing our best tips for when you are ready to outsource your Instagram. Grab a notepad, you’ll need it!
Short Instagram Captions vs Long Instagram Captions
What is the best length for Instagram captions? How can you make sure that your Instagram captions increase engagement, and help you to grow your account?
How to Write a Blog Post Your Social Media Followers Will Love
Want to get more views on your blog posts? Well, the first step is to write blog posts that are scroll-stoppingly perfect for Social Media.
11 Social Media Marketing Tools You Didn’t Know You Needed
You’re ready to maximize your marketing results by investing your resources in the most effective tools on the market today. Great! We’ve put together this list of social media marketing tools that will help you become a pro.
How to Repurpose Content: The Ultimate Guide
It can be overwhelming for any business to come up with completely fresh content, day-after-day, for the social media platforms they have a presence on. Reusing successful posts from the past ensures something tried-and-true will go up, even if inspiration is flagging.
Everything You Need to Know About Social Media Video Marketing in 2018
How you implement social media video depends on your objective. Are you looking for brand awareness? Lead generation? Engagement? What you ultimately want from the medium will govern what types of video to make and how to serve them to your public.
The Story Of A Successful Side-Hustle Told By the Influencer of The Year
What’s the first thing that comes to your mind when you think about a side hustle? If it sounds like hitting on an opportunity to pad your main income through doing something you love for extra profit, then you’ve nailed the essence of the side hustle. It’s a lucrative way to live for the right type of scrappy, ambitious individual, and may be right for you. We think we’ve found the perfect person to tell you all about it.
30 Days Of Instagram Content Ideas To Try ASAP
More than most anyone, Plann understands how hard it is to channel inspiration day after day. Instagram is a harsh and demanding mistress! Here, we offer up a month’s-worth of excellent post ideas to keep your feed humming.
7 Instagram Grid Layouts with Examples You Can Try For Yourself!
‘Structure will set you free!’, something someone special (and frustratingly right, gah!) said to me as I threw a tantrum about not knowing what to post on Instagram. However, once I discovered the concept of Instagram grid layouts I felt like a whole new person! Having a set routine of what to post definitely changed…
What To Post On Instagram: 33 Amazing Content Ideas
Stuck for what to post on Instagram? These 33 amazing content ideas will help you get back on track and keep your followers engaged.
How to advertise a discount, when to use $ or % to make it sound better?
Use this rule: How to advertise a discount when you’re not sure to use % or $ OFF? Scribbling ideas for your next sale? Wanting to advertise a discount on your products, and can’t work out how to get it to sound the most appealing? The last thing you need right now is for it to fall…
How taking your audience ‘Behind The Scenes’ can grow your business
How taking your audience ‘Behind The Scenes’ can grow your business Content isn’t going anywhere and the more original and creative it is, the easier it is for others to share. The Behind The Scenes technique (or ‘theme’ as we call it) is an exceptionally effective piece of content that can be created reasonably quickly, and with regular use…
How to use the Pantone 2017 colours in your images
How to use the Pantone 2017 colours in your imagery Late last year, the worlds most notable colour company released the ‘Pantone 2017 Colours’, so in case you missed them, here’s what Pantone have implied will be the colours making bold appearances this year. 2016 Pantone Colours of the Year Before we get into Pantone…
WATCH: How to brighten photos on your phone
Taken a dark image but not sure how to fix it? Watch our tutorial on how to brighten and lighten it back up!
5 things you’ll love about the Instagram zoom feature
5 things to love about Instagrams newest feature