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Nov 2021
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18. 10 Easy Instagram Reels Tips (+ How ...

Sam Vander Wielen
About this episode

Instagram Reels: You either love ‘em or you hate ‘em – or sometimes a bit of both all at once. If you listen to all the people out there, you’re bound to hear both sides of it, that Reels are a waste of time and also the only way to grow your business. Let’s cut through the noise and figure out how you can create content that actually moves the needle while using your valuable time effectively. In this episode, I detail 10 tips for Instagram Reels focusing on what’s best for your business, not what’s going to get you the most views. Because growing our business is what we’re all here for, right?

In this episode, you'll hear… 

  • 04:00 - The mistakes people make when it comes to Instagram Reels
  • 07:20 - My background with Reels
  • 13:17 - Using music legally
  • 16:01 - Thinking evergreen with Reels content
  • 17:21 - Letting people get to know you
  • 19:17 - Getting people to read your captions
  • 23:39 - Making your point in the caption
  • 26:15 - Having fun while making it educational
  • 28:31 - Don’t take it too seriously
  • 30:40 - How to find trending audio
  • 31:59 - Get inspiration from related entrepreneurs
  • 33:57 - Save your Reels to your phone
  • 35:35 - Answering your questions and sharing my Reels process

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  • ConvertKit // what I use to build my email list, send emails to my list, and create opt-in forms & pages.

DISCLAIMER: Although Sam is an attorney she doesn’t practice law and can’t give you legal advice. All episodes of On Your Terms® are educational and informational only. The information discussed here isn’t legal advice and isn’t intended to be. The info you hear here isn’t a substitute for seeking legal advice from your own attorney.


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