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Locality: Ocean Grove, Victoria

Phone: +61 411 409 853

Address: City of Greater Geelong 3226 Ocean Grove, VIC, Australia

Website: http://www.aguidetosocialmedia.com

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25.01.2022 New Feature You can now pin comments on your feed posts to the top of the post Choose positive comments and highlight them at the top of the post for others to see Simply swipe lift on the comment and see if you have the #pincomment option, when a comment has been pinned you will see this under the comment Pinned Do you have this feature yet? I only have it on one account (as of July 1). It’s a great way to highlight positive interactions and show appreciation to th...ose who comment What do you think? _______________________________________________________ Instagram account set up & training Instagram tips, news & inspo Features & collaborations Email: [email protected] _______________________________________________________ Content creator @a_guide_to_oceangrove @a_guide_to_barwonheads @a_guide_to_geelong _______________________________________________________ #aguidetogeelong #mygeelong #nosmallcreator #instagramnews #instagramtips #geelongbusiness @ Geelong, Victoria

25.01.2022 Thanks for the drive by photography @stay.home.project ... Today was the little guys birthday. He got to pick what everyone in the family ate for the day all while staying home and doing what’s right for the community 03.04.20 Are you documenting your #stayhome experience? Like all amazing small biz owners @monika_berry has utilised her skills for good during the #covid19 crisis and is documenting all the people staying home in our beautiful town Head over to @s...tay.home.project to see more and support another innovative #smallbusiness _______________________________________________________ Instagram account set up & training Instagram tips, news & inspo Features & collaborations Email: [email protected] _______________________________________________________ Content creator @a_guide_to_oceangrove @a_guide_to_barwonheads @a_guide_to_geelong _______________________________________________________ #aguidetosocialmedia #nosmallcreator #socialisolation #Oceangrove #covid19 #innovation #documentingcovidinaustralia #australia #stayhomeproject #geelongphotographer

25.01.2022 If people are following you, odds are they are interested in you, your business or industry! With the current covid restrictions and future uncertainty I advise adding a weekly covid update for your business to your content calendar! This can be in the form of a picture with a caption, text only graphic or video post and stories updating your audience on the following: your availability or opening hours booking requirements current products or services ... how you currently operate (give detail) hygiene practices and expectations staff changes any changes that might impact your customers any other updates the best ways to contact you Invite your audience to ask questions and let them be a part of your #covid journey! As we really are #allinthistogether people are extremely supportive, understanding and interested in what is going on Are you doing any business updates for your audience? If you are, keep it up If you’re not start now, pick a few of the questions above and answer them for your business DM me if you have any questions _______________________________________________________ Instagram account set up & training Instagram tips, news & inspo Features & collaborations Email: [email protected] _______________________________________________________ Content creator @a_guide_to_oceangrove @a_guide_to_barwonheads @a_guide_to_geelong _______________________________________________________ . . . . . . . . . . #aguidetogeelong #mygeelong #nosmallcreator #openforgeelong #supportgeelongbusiness #regionalvictoria #staysafe #covidtips #businesstips

22.01.2022 I’m calling this guy the #virtualtraveller That’s how we need to explore at the moment It was fun to do some colouring in with the kids Have you done any drawing organs writing in iso? It’s nice just to spend some time on non-work creativity Enjoy #easterstaycation _______________________________________________________ ... Instagram account set up & training Instagram tips, news & inspo Features & collaborations Email: [email protected] _______________________________________________________ Content creator @a_guide_to_oceangrove @a_guide_to_barwonheads @a_guide_to_geelong _______________________________________________________ #stayhomeproject @stay.home.project #mygeelong #nosmallcreator #selfisolation #covid_19 #stayhome #socialdistancing #oceangrove #barwonheads #supportgeelongbellarine

21.01.2022 Merry Christmas & Happy New Year I started off my holidays with the #riptoriver walk from #pointlonsdale to #oceangrove with my good friend @the_market_local What are you up to for the holidays? I’m enjoying spending more time outside and getting some As the holidays roll on I start to lose track of what day it is I’ll do an #instagramlive one day this week tbc, send me a DM if you have any IG questions you would like me to discuss #oceangrovebeach ________..._______________________________________________ Instagram account set up & training Instagram tips, news & inspo Features & collaborations Email: [email protected] _______________________________________________________ Content creator @a_guide_to_oceangrove @a_guide_to_barwonheads @a_guide_to_geelong _______________________________________________________ #socialmediamanager #socialmediathinking #mygeelong #nosmallcreator

21.01.2022 This Friday I will be cutting my hair and donating it to @varietyvic #hairwithheart Hair donations are made into a wig for someone who has lost their hair due to Alopecia or another medical condition such as cancer. Support me by heading over to @varietyvic and giving them a follow to help raise awareness and encourage more #hairdonations The lovely ladies @salonutopia will be taking care of the big cut and I am really looking forward to it ... Check out my stories on Friday for more and click on the link in my bio @a_guide_to_oceangrove to learn about the Hair with Heart initiative _______________________________________________________ Instagram account set up & training Instagram tips, news & inspo Features & collaborations Email: [email protected] _______________________________________________________ Content creator @a_guide_to_oceangrove @a_guide_to_barwonheads @a_guide_to_geelong _______________________________________________________ #aguidetosocialmedia #geelongbusiness #instagramtips #nosmallcreator #covid_19 #oceangrove #barwonheads #salonutopia #supportgeelongbellarine #oceangrovebusiness #hairdonation #geelonghairdresser #hairdonationforcancer #varietykidschallenge #varietychildrenscharity

20.01.2022 If you use Instagram for your business you need to be doing these things - Spend time building relationships with the followers you have - Reply to every comment and message - Start or continue conversations in the Direct Messages (DM’s)... - Visit your followers accounts and say ‘hi’ - Hang out in some of your niche hashtags - Provide a safe space for your community to hang out - Show up consistently - Be you Many business accounts constantly focus on follower growth, why not focus on relationship growth? Get to know your community and support them to take the actions that you want them too! Respond to interactions as if someone were speaking to you in person, start a conversation and find out more Note: NO salesy tactics, just be yourself Spend 15 minutes a day on some or all of the tasks above and build it into your Instagram strategy (consistently) for a few months and let me know how you go #instagramgoals #smallbusinesstips _______________________________________________________ Instagram account set up & training Instagram tips, news & inspo Features & collaborations Email: [email protected] _______________________________________________________ Content creator @a_guide_to_oceangrove @a_guide_to_barwonheads @a_guide_to_geelong _______________________________________________________ #aguidetosocialmedia #geelongbusiness #instagramtips #nosmallcreator #socialmediastrategy #regionalvictoria #oceangrovebusiness

19.01.2022 Navigating uncharted waters during #covid_19 Join me and Dominique from @viewpointdigitalmedia tomorrow Sunday at 3pm to discuss Planning Content and Connecting with your audience during COVID-19 We will have an honest discussion about how to plan content now that is supportive of your business and community whilst being sensitive to the current and rapidly changing situation! No need to leave the house for this one, grab a notebook, pen & cuppa and join us for a chat ... See you tomorrow _______________________________________________________ Instagram account set up & training Instagram tips, news & inspo Features & collaborations Email: [email protected] _______________________________________________________ Content creator @a_guide_to_oceangrove @a_guide_to_barwonheads @a_guide_to_geelong _______________________________________________________ #aguideto #nosmallcreator #supportgeelongbellarine #socialdistancing #selfisolation #contentcreator #regionalvictoria

18.01.2022 Hello! This is my #emojime You can create your own custom emoji on the emoji me app! It’s a great fun way to add a little pic of yourself in stories and other types of content I’m wearing a mask in this one, just like real life in Victoria over the last few months We have worked very hard in Victoria to reduce our covid cases to zero new cases and our covid rules have now eased requiring: Face masks are no longer required when you are outdoors and where it is poss...ible to stay more than 1.5 metres away from people. Face masks remain mandatory when indoors for example, in shopping centres or at a hospital. You must continue to carry a face mask with you at all times. If you see me around still wearing a mask please say hello, I’m still smiling under the mask Well done #victoria _______________________________________________________ Instagram account set up & training Instagram tips, news & inspo Features & collaborations Email: [email protected] Website: www.aguideto socialmedia.com _______________________________________________________ Content creator @a_guide_to_oceangrove @a_guide_to_barwonheads @a_guide_to_geelong _______________________________________________________ #aguidetosocialmedia #geelongbusiness #instagramtips #businesswomen #nosmallcreator #geelongwomen #covid_19 #maskup #melbournebusiness

17.01.2022 New GIF #instagramstories quick replies now available for #gif lovers to enjoy! Whether you like them or not, if you are a business on Instagram and your audience reach out to you in GIF, embrace it, have some fun and appreciate the interaction I know I don’t mind a #gifconversation but if it makes you feel uncomfortable, reply in anyway way the suits the conversation, just make sure you reply if someone invites you into their DM inbox Try it out and let me know what y...ou think, or test it out with me _______________________________________________________ Instagram account set up & training Instagram tips, news & inspo Features & collaborations Email: [email protected] _______________________________________________________ Content creator @a_guide_to_oceangrove @a_guide_to_barwonheads @a_guide_to_geelong _______________________________________________________ #aguidetogeelong #mygeelong #nosmallcreator #geelongbusiness #instagramtips @ Geelong, Victoria

15.01.2022 It’s time to INFORM your community about where your business is at, what changes you are making, what products and services you offer now, how they can do business with you right now and what plans you have for the coming weeks Today I want you to answer the above questions and use this information to make a series of posts, stories or an Instagram live to update your community and be detailed! Don’t just say ‘we will be open’, paint a detailed picture or show us in a vide...o, say ‘we will open on Monday from x to x and this is how you enter the business, we have set up x, y & z to keep everyone safe, we will ask you to do x’ and so on explain or show how things will work so people can imagine themselves in this situation and decide if they feel comfortable with it! In June in #australia we will see many #covid19 restrictions easing and this will in some way impact everyone #inform Good luck, just do it, no perfection needed here, just show up and provide information _______________________________________________________ Instagram account set up & training Instagram tips, news & inspo Features & collaborations Email: [email protected] _______________________________________________________ Content creator @a_guide_to_oceangrove @a_guide_to_barwonheads @a_guide_to_geelong _______________________________________________________ #aguidetogeelong #geelongbusiness #nosmallcreator #instagramtips

14.01.2022 Hello! This is me on a morning winter walk There’s no better way to start the day than an early walk and maybe a hot drink on the way home If I’m not walking with my kids I love to listen to podcasts about all things Instagram and #socialmediamarketing What are some of your favourite things to do? Share with us in the comments or maybe even create a post and share it with your audience _______________________________________________________ ... Instagram account set up & training Instagram tips, news & inspo Features & collaborations Email: [email protected] _______________________________________________________ Content creator @a_guide_to_oceangrove @a_guide_to_barwonheads @a_guide_to_geelong _______________________________________________________ #aguidetosocialmedia #geelongbusiness #nosmallcreator #geelongwomen #oceangrovebusiness #womensupportingwomen

14.01.2022 Would you like to create your Instagram posts in advance on your computer? Have you tried Facebook Creator Studio? It's free and owned by Instagram (or Facebook) Head to www.facebook.com/creatorstudio log in to Facebook then connect to your Instagram business account. At the top of the website click on the Instagram logo to switch from FB to IG. You can post or pre-schedule feed posts and IGTV (long form videos). What are the pros and cons? PRO's... - free - no need for third party apps - connected to FB - upload photos and videos direct from your computer - easy to type up long form captions or copy and paste from other documents - can also send post to FB - can add a location - can pre-schedule in advance CON's - no stories or reels - may result in you engaging less if you are not in the app - may result in missing new features in not in app - if you create images and graphics on your phone you will have to transfer to PC - cannot 'see' how the post will look on the phone - cannot add hashtags in first comment - hard to create content 'in the moment' - will need to monitor pre-scheduled posts I think a mix of both in-app posting and pre-schduled is good. This free option is great and over time we should see some significant improvements. Try it out and let me know what you think ______________________________________________________ Instagram account set up & training Instagram tips, news & inspo Features & collaborations Email: [email protected] Website: www.aguidetosocialmedia.com _______________________________________________________ Content creator @a_guide_to_oceangrove @a_guide_to_barwonheads @a_guide_to_geelong _______________________________________________________ #aguidetosocialmedia #geelongbusiness #instagramtips #businesswomen #contentmanagement #socialmediamarketing #videoadvertising #smallbusiness #oceangrovebusiness #melbournebusiness #smallbusinessgeelong #geelongwomen #geelongcreatives #smallbusinesstips #smallbusinessvictoria #bellarinebusiness #oceangrove #barwonheads #bellarine #surfcoast #geelong #melbourne #bellarinepennsula #socialmediatips

12.01.2022 Happy Mother’s Day What a year, I never thought at the ages of 10 and 7 we would be #homeschooling our children And that on #mothersday 2020 we would be #stayinghome and having a virtual catch up with my mum via Zoom I am grateful that I get to spend today with my children and that despite all the challenges of #covid19 we are doing well and blessed to live in such a wonderful country Call a mum or spoil them in a way that you can #happymothersday ... _______________________________________________________ Instagram account set up & training Instagram tips, news & inspo Features & collaborations Email: [email protected] _______________________________________________________ Content creator @a_guide_to_oceangrove @a_guide_to_barwonheads @a_guide_to_geelong _______________________________________________________ #aguidetogeelong #mygeelong #nosmallcreator #geelongmums #geelongwomen #womensupportingwomen

11.01.2022 Today you are You, that is truer than true. There is no one alive who is Youer than You. - Dr Seuss Be you Celebrate the people that support you and don’t worry about the rest #wegotyou This post was one of my top performing posts in the last 12 months To help with content generation during tough times (like Covid-19) review your Instagram insights for your top performing posts and see what you can repurpose, maybe pick three of your top 9 posts under filters su...ch as engagement, comments, saves, shares or likes and use them to help out with content over the next few weeks, whatever you can do to reduce stress at this time is best If your business has temporarily stopped operating, you are pivoting your products and services or just running minimal operations, staying connected with your community on social is important, so do what you need to keep your community updated on what’s happening, still provide value and stay connected When we come out of this, those with strong socials and communication will find it easier to resume ‘normal’ business or reach your community with new products and services #weareinthistogether _______________________________________________________ Instagram account set up & training Instagram tips, news & inspo Features & collaborations Email: [email protected] _______________________________________________________ Content creator @a_guide_to_oceangrove @a_guide_to_barwonheads @a_guide_to_geelong _______________________________________________________ #selfisolation #covid_19 #stayhome #socialdistancing #oceangrove #barwonheads #geelong #torquay #supportgeelongbellarine #mygeelong #geelongbusiness #drseussquotes #nosmallcreator #findyourtribe #communityovercompetition #workingtogethermakesusbetter

11.01.2022 Did you know you can post to your feed and IGTV from Facebook Creator Studio? If you prefer to upload from your PC then this could be an option for you. Creator Studio allows to to schedule a post, save as a draft or publish 'now'. Although I caution not to 'set and forget'. Instagram is an engagement tool and your audience want to see and hear from you and you should also be actively using the app and engaging with other accounts to fully benefit from an IG presence. Giv...e it a try and let me know what you think??? Send me a DM with your thoughts or share in the comments below #instagramfeatures #instagramtips #smallbusinesssupport #geelongbusiness

10.01.2022 New Stories feature ‘Suggested for You’ Instagram is now promoting ‘suggested’ accounts for you to follow or check out in stories You can: - tap on accounts to visit their profile - shuffle suggestions to see different accounts... - see fewer suggestions - see which accounts are already following you - select ‘follow’ or ‘follow back’ From my first experience with this feature I believe they were all business accounts that were promoted (tbc) hence the importance of having a business account (switch now, hint hint) Swipe through here to have a look or keep an eye out in your stories _______________________________________________________ Instagram account set up & training Instagram tips, news & inspo Features & collaborations Email: [email protected] _______________________________________________________ Content creator @a_guide_to_oceangrove @a_guide_to_barwonheads @a_guide_to_geelong _______________________________________________________ #aguidetosocialmedia #instagramtip #instagramfeature #smallbusinesstips #aguidetogeelong #mygeelong #nosmallcreator #instagramstories @ Ocean Grove, Victoria

09.01.2022 Don’t miss my live video with @viewpointdigitalmedia talking content ideas during #covid_19 available until 3pm 30/03 @aguideto_consultingservices and check out their post below on tips for video As some of you are contemplating getting on camera in the coming days to help you get your brand message out there, we have popped together 3 must-do's before going on camera: (1) Connect to your WHY and your WHO. Remember why you're creating your video, who you are speaking ...to and who you want to impact. Visualise a specific person standing behind the camera and speak directly to them. When you can connect to your why and who, it will focus your attention on what matters and help you feel less nervous. (2) Warm Up. This is a step so many people forget. Seriously shake your sillies out! By stretching, moving and even dancing -- you'll feel more relaxed and energised, and you'll look that way on camera too. (3) Know your talking points. It's essential to know what you plan to say before you go on camera. This will give you focus and keep you from rambling. I suggest writing an outline and taping it just below your camera lens so you'll see it in your periphery. And most importantly, practice your video once or twice before recording it. Above all else, have some fun! If you can relax a bit and enjoy yourself on camera, you'll be much more engaging to watch and your message will be clearer! Thanks @viewpointdigitalmedia _______________________________________________________ Instagram account set up & training Instagram tips, news & inspo Features & collaborations Email: [email protected] _______________________________________________________ Content creator @a_guide_to_oceangrove @a_guide_to_barwonheads @a_guide_to_geelong _______________________________________________________ #aguidetogeelong #mygeelong #nosmallcreator #supportgeelongbellarine #stayhome #socialdistancing

09.01.2022 Instagram Reels, if you haven't seen it, it's the new short form video content option in Instagram. Some say it's a Tik Tok knock off, I say it's a combo of Instagram stories and IGTV with more creativity and loads or organic reach! Should you be using Instagram Reels? Yes - if you have capacity and interest in creating video, Reels is video only. You can upload videos from your camera roll and repurpose any videos from 2-30 seconds long. You can upload multiple videos to...talling 15 or 30 seconds. Reels has the following features: Length (up to 15 or 30 second videos) Music (not for Aussie business accounts - sorry) Effects (filters) scroll to the end of the effects for the search option Timer with countdown option (set a time for the clip duration) Videos - upload from your camera roll or record live Settings - story controls Editing tools - save, stickers/gifs, draw and text (does not have the full suite of stories stickers) Remember - when your reel is featured in explore or a preview is sent to your Instagram feed only text and gifs in the centre of the vertical panel will be visible (refer to the guidelines when editing your video) Caption - you can add a caption, including hashtags and @ mentions to your Reel Cover - select the cover images from a frame in the video or from your camera roll Share to Reels - this shares your video to your Reel feed Also share to feed - this shares a preview clip to your Instagram feed (only do this if it is part of your 'feed' content strategy and suits the look and feel of your account) Save as Draft - you can save the Reel for later Share - shares your Reel Once you have posted your Reel you can also share it to your stories and encourage people to tap on the 'Watch Reels' pop up, this takes them to the Reels feed. People can comment on your Reel and this is visible to everyone, they can also like, share and save. Content ideas: DO - create content that is of value to your audience - educate, inspire, entertain and behind the scenes - have fun - look at other similar accounts for inspiration - start experimenting - share to stories to let people know you are on Reels - repurpose existing videos

07.01.2022 Update your opening times or availability over the holidays If you haven’t yet posted on social your availability over Christmas and New Year, do it now!!! Whether you are closed on Christmas Day or for a few weeks, just make it clear to anyone who may contact you or wonder what you’re up to You may also want to consider updating your bio, especially if you have opening times in there ... I’m not working on social on Christmas Day, although I might do a Christmas post, but I’ll be around all holidays if anyone needs any Instagram consulting or training Happy holidays and see you on IG _______________________________________________________ Instagram account set up & training Instagram tips, news & inspo Features & collaborations Email: [email protected] Website: www.aguidetosocialmedia.com _______________________________________________________ Content creator @a_guide_to_oceangrove @a_guide_to_barwonheads @a_guide_to_geelong _______________________________________________________ #aguidetosocialmedia #geelongbusiness #instagramtips #businesswomen #nosmallcreator #contentideas

06.01.2022 Get your business set up for success on Instagram by learning the basics and optimising your account to get found by the right people! I’m planning on running a series of Instagram workshops for businesses in the spring (subject to covid restrictions) covering all the basics such as: Account set up, profile, bio and strategy Content strategy... Hashtag essentials Engagement and community building Instagram stories basics Instagram live & IGTV The workshops will either be in person or online TBC I’m thinking I will run them like a course, with tickets for each individual session for those who want specific help. My workshops are hands on with the aim of you walking away with the confidence to succeed on Instagram Let me know what you think in the comments below or send me a DM _______________________________________________________ Instagram account set up & training Instagram tips, news & inspo Features & collaborations Email: [email protected] _______________________________________________________ Content creator @a_guide_to_oceangrove @a_guide_to_barwonheads @a_guide_to_geelong _______________________________________________________ . . . . . . . . . . #aguidetosocialmedia #instagramtraining #aguidetogeelong #mygeelong #nosmallcreator #geelongbusiness #geelong #bellarinebusiness

05.01.2022 I recently donated a whopping 35cm of my hair to @varietyvic #hairwithheart Hair donations are made into a wig for someone who has lost their hair due to Alopecia or another medical condition such as cancer. This is the third time I have donated my hair in the last 10 years and it feels good to help out in such a special way Support me by heading over to @varietyvic and giving them a follow to help raise awareness and encourage more #hairdonations ____________...___________________________________________ Instagram account set up & training Instagram tips, news & inspo Features & collaborations Email: [email protected] _______________________________________________________ Content creator @a_guide_to_oceangrove @a_guide_to_barwonheads @a_guide_to_geelong _______________________________________________________ . . . . . . . . . . #covid_19 #oceangrove #barwonheads #salonutopia #supportgeelongbellarine #oceangrovebusiness #hairdonation #geelonghairdresser #hairdonationforcancer #varietykidschallenge #varietychildrenscharity #melbournehair #melbournehairstylist #aguidetosocialmedia #geelongbusiness #instagramtips #nosmallcreator

05.01.2022 Are you an average Aussie #chocolate consumer?? Check out the @absstats stats It's #WorldChocolateDay! In 201819, there was 144,200 tonnes of chocolate and chocolate confectionary sold in Australia. This is equivalent to 110 gm per week per person, which is over half a family size block of chocolate. I think I may be above average here, maybe a block per week How about you? Share with us in the comments _____________________________________________________...__ Instagram account set up & training Instagram tips, news & inspo Features & collaborations Email: [email protected] _______________________________________________________ Content creator @a_guide_to_oceangrove @a_guide_to_barwonheads @a_guide_to_geelong _______________________________________________________ #aguidetogeelong #mygeelong #nosmallcreator #chocolatelovers #geelongwomen

05.01.2022 Workshop June 30 Instagram Stories 101 for Businesses #linkinbio Join Kathryn & Dominique as we dive into Instagram stories basics! Learn how to make the most of all that Instagram has to offer and significantly improve your social media presence and reach your target audience. Whether you want to improve your own skills or train your staff, this supportive workshop will give attendees the confidence to start creating #instastories immediately! ... Learn how to create Instagram stories in the app using all of Instagram’s features such as editing tools, stickers, gifs and more! Leave feeling confident with your new set of skills and knowhow of creative features and how to use stories to connect with your ideal customer or community. This is a hands on, small group workshop to be held in Ocean Grove on June 30, which is also World Social Media day This workshop will be run by local digital media lovers Kathryn from A Guide To Social Media Consulting and Dominique from Viewpoint Digital Media. Choose from two times: Tuesday: 9am-12pm or 2pm-5pm link in bio @aguideto_consultingservices Max of 8 people per group! Price $65 includes morning tea and session handouts. Location: Viewpoint Digital Media 2/9-11 Sinclair Street, Ocean Grove #oceangrove #viewpointdigitalmedia #geelongbusiness #instagramstories #aguidetosocialmedia

05.01.2022 Instagram stories has a HUGE #effectsgallery filled with filters and effects to enhance your #instagramstories Swipe through for a list of the effects categories and head over to your stories to experiment The effects categories include: Instagram ... Selfies Love Colour & Light Camera Styles Moods Funny Surroundings Animals Sci-fi & Fantasy Weird & Scary Events Fandom Causes These effects can be found by scrolling to the end of the filters and effects over the ‘camera’ button, until you reach the last option ‘browse effects’ This weekend try out some of the effects and tag me in your stories _______________________________________________________ Instagram account set up & training Instagram tips, news & inspo Features & collaborations Email: [email protected] _______________________________________________________ Content creator @a_guide_to_oceangrove @a_guide_to_barwonheads @a_guide_to_geelong _______________________________________________________ #nosmallcreator #contentcreator #videotips @ Geelong, Victoria

04.01.2022 When should you use the Countdown sticker for your business The Countdown sticker is an #instagramstories feature that businesses can use for: - launch dates... - opening dates - closing dates - events - special occasions - holiday dates - celebrations You can use a Countdown sticker for any time/date you want to remind your audience about! You can customise the name of the countdown, date, time, colours and lay it over any stories background. You audience can: - get a reminder about your countdown - share it to their stories - get a notification when the countdown ends It's a fantastic and often underutilised feature of stories! Do you have any special events or product launches coming up? Are you closing orders for Christmas on a certain date? Check it out in the stories stickers tab and see what you can use it for! Comment below with your best countdown sticker ideas or DM me to check your’s out when it's live _______________________________________________________ Instagram account set up & training Instagram tips, news & inspo Features & collaborations Email: [email protected] Website: www.aguidetosocialmedia.com _______________________________________________________ Content creator @a_guide_to_oceangrove @a_guide_to_barwonheads @a_guide_to_geelong _______________________________________________________ #aguidetosocialmedia #geelongbusiness #geelongsmallbusiness #instagramtips #businesswomen #nosmallcreator #contentideas

01.01.2022 Should you be using a branded or custom hashtag? A branded or custom hashtag is a hashtag unique to you, your business or an event. You can use it in your own content and it is used by your customers and fans to tag you in their social media content. You will need to choose and promote your custom hashtag and it must be unique enough that other people are not using it for other types of content that have nothing to do with your business. A quick search under 'tags' in the... explore tab will tell if your idea is suitable and not yet widely used. Your custom hashtag must be easy to read, spell and remember. If available and not widely used, your Instagram account name is a good option. Ideally you want your custom hashtag to have never been used before when you create it. If you decide to use a custom hashtag you can promote it everywhere and ask people to tag you. You can then regularly review the content created under this hashtag and ask for permission to reshare any that suits the look and feel of your account. A custom hashtag also creates a unique hashtag feed just for content relating to your business or event. You can put your custom hashtag in your Instagram bio if you want people to tag you. Check out one of my custom hashtags - click here #aguidetooceangrove for the account @a_guide_to_oceangrove This hashtag is used by many people to tag local content for a potential feature in the account. Here's a sample scenario: Big Heart Cafe based in Geelong Custom hashtag: #bigheartcafegeelong or #bigheartgeelong Event custom hashtag: #bigheartopenmic #bigheartcafeopenmic And what NOT to do: #geelongcafe - this is too big and many people and businesses will already be using it and it is not solely associated with your business. You can add these type of hashtags in your post caption. Let me know what you think? Do you have a custom hashtag or are considering creating one? Need help with Instagram? Head over to https://www.aguidetosocialmedia.com/ _______________________________________________________ Instagram account set up & training Instagram tips, news & inspo Features & collaborations Email: [email protected] _______________________________________________________ #socialmediatips #instagramtips