Not yet using Instagram Reels? đď¸ Then you better get on it!
I said it back in my post last Tuesday, and Iâll say it againâthis will be a trend in 2021, and if youâre not showing up there, youâre missing out.
Short, snappy videos are on fire right now.
Why? Because the average personâs attention span is eight seconds.
Yes, you read that rightâeight seconds.
So, how do you create a Reel that actually gets noticed?
Here are my 5 key ingredients for the perfect Reelâtry them out and let me know how it goes!
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- Offer Value
Create Instagram Reels for your business that are educational, motivational, and entertaining.
Give people a reason to stop scrollingâand stay for your content. - Add Effects, Music, or Text
Keep your audience engaged with visuals and sound.
đ Bonus tip: Check out my Reels Guide for beginners on Instagram to see exactly where to add text for maximum impact! - Be Authentic
Thereâs nothing better in this over-saturated world of social media marketing than just being yourself.
The secret ingredient? Itâs YOU. - Avoid Watermarks (ahem, TikTok)
This oneâs straight from the @creators account on Instagramâif your Reel has a TikTok watermark, it wonât get much visibility. So, take the time to remove it, please. - Use High-Resolution, Vertical Videos
Reels are made to be consumed verticallyâthatâs 1080 x 1920, if youâre feeling technical.
No one wants to see a blurry video in 2021. And no, you donât need a professional cameraâyour smartphone is more than enough.
- Offer Value
Bonus: My Reels Guide
If youâre feeling overwhelmed by Reels, donât worryâI get it.
Thatâs why I created a Reels Guide for small business owners on my Instagram account to help you get started.
Itâs there when you need it!
Final Thoughts
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Letâs get you creating Reels that work for your brandâno fluff, no excuses, just action.
