10 Things You Can Do Today (For Free) to Level-Up your Instagram

Karima provides Instagram tips so you can easily use the powerful platform and show up with a consistent, quality brand. She shares the strategies and tools she uses, and breaks down the best practices she’s learned. You’ll be able to level-up your Instagram right away, even with limited time and no money.

MAIN TIPS:

1. Plan out your grid ahead of time

   • Use tools like Plann or Planoly to arrange photos, consider captions in advance, stay 1-2 weeks ahead to remain relevant.

2. Pick a filter and use it for all of your photos

   • Choose 1 filter and stick to it to ensure your feed looks consistent, branded, and curated.

3. Pick 5 things to post about and rotate through those

   • People want to know about you, post about things that feel good to you and give yourself permission to change these as needed.

4. Select a color palette

   • Choose colors that go together for an overall appealing look.

5. Use branded templates

   • Save time and get a consistent look with ready-made templates that can be customized with your own style and brand colors.

6. Use high quality images

   • Professional photography is not required, but there are things you can do to make the most of your DIY photos. You can also consider using stock photos for a polished look.

7. Use a photo of yourself as your avatar

   • Most people are the face of their brand, use your own picture to create that personal connection and encourage more interaction and engagement.

8. Make your Instagram Highlights section coordinate

   • Use similar photos or your brand colors to coordinate and attract attention so people click through them.

9. Shorten the longer links in your bio

   • Use your website if possible to drive traffic there, alternatively there are other tools to provide shorter links for a clean, clear look.

10. Aim to stick with one overarching theme

    • Think of your Instagram feed as an overview of your life, your legacy. 

Let these tips and recommendations inspire you to take action, start small, and go for progress over perfection today. And if you’re interested in some new Instagram templates, you can get 50% off the templates in the shop now with the code: CREATIVEMINDS50. Enjoy!

RESOURCES MENTIONED:

• Plann

• Planoly

• VSCO filters

• Lightroom presets

• Canva

• Unsplash

• Goo.gl or Bitly

• Discount Code: CREATIVEMINDS50 for 50% off shop templates

 ADDITIONAL RESOURCES:

• Follow Karima on Instagram @karima.creative

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