Reels is the best way to get discovered on Instagram, with short-form video content being prioritised in its algorithm. For creators, Reels provide a unique opportunity to attract new followers, engage existing fans and ultimately drive more traffic to your Fanvue.
Some Basic Tips:
- To grow your page, aim for at least 3 Reels per week. This consistency keeps you in the algorithm’s favor and maximises your reach.
- Grab attention in the first 3 seconds of your Reel! This is the best way to ensure likes and engagement. Try pairing this with trending sounds and hashtags for the best results on your content.
- Respond to your comments to keep your Reel circulating on the algorithm for longer. Comments and replies let Instagram know that you’re actively responding, and thus will continue to push your Reel out to new audiences.
Here are our best insider tips on how you can maximise your reach and engagement on Reels:
Create Extra Accounts to Boost Your Reach
Diversifying your presence by using multiple accounts can help extend your reach. If your main account faces restrictions or limited visibility, having additional pages can serve as a backup while also helping you promote your content in different ways. Just ensure that your additional accounts follow Meta’s guidelines to avoid penalties or bans! By having multiple accounts, you can test different content styles, engage new audiences and create backup strategies, all while driving traffic to your main page and Fanvue.
Collaborate with Other Creators Using ‘Collab Posts’
Want to double your reach instantly? Instagram’s Collab feature lets you share a single Reel with another creator’s audience, exposing your content to new fans in seconds. By using Instagram’s Collab Post feature, you and another creator can share the same Reel, exposing your content to both audiences simultaneously. This increases engagement, boosts visibility and encourages cross-promotion, helping you gain new followers who already engage with similar content. Fans sometimes feel that they can trust creators by association, too, so it’s a great way to show potential fans that you’re engaged with other creators and trusted within the creator community.
Already got multiple accounts? Create a ‘collab post’ with al of your accounts to bring all of your followers to the same post together. This collab strategy acts as a funnel, meaning that all of your combined followers will interact with the same post. This means more engagement for you!
Reach out to another creator today and try posting a Collab Reel together. It’s a proven strategy to boost both of your social reach.
Use Gamified Reels to Boost Engagement
Gamified content taps into the psychology of play, making followers more likely to interact with your posts, boosting engagement and reach.
Here are some fun gamified ideas for your Reels to make your followers more likely to follow and engage with you:
- Testing Your Pause Game: Create a Reel where viewers have to pause at just the right moment to see a hidden message, outfit change, or reveal.
- What Do You Notice First? Ask viewers what they noticed first about your outfit, background, or setting to spark engagement in the comments.
- This or That Polls: Use Reels to ask fun, interactive questions like “Lingerie or no lingerie?” or “Lights on or off?” to encourage votes and replies.
- Caption Contests: Post a video with no caption and ask followers to comment their funniest or spiciest suggestions.
- Make Your Content Loop: Instagram counts each replay of your Reel as a separate view. Create content that seamlessly loops back to the beginning of your Reel to get multiple views and push your Reel out to even more accounts!
By consistently posting engaging Reels, collaborating with creators, and making your content interactive, you can increase your visibility and attract more followers to your Fanvue. The more people engage with your Reels, the more Instagram pushes them to new audiences, helping you grow faster.
Remember, building your social presence takes time. To succeed on Reels, keep experimenting with trending sounds. Check your analytics to see what’s resonating with your audience, and keep adjusting your content to see results. You're growing with every Reel you post!
