I’ve been trying to up my instagame lately, by interacting more with other instagrammers and being more active.
I’ve had an instagram account for years but never tried to grow my audience, I just linked it here on my blog and shared some photos on Twitter and Facebook and slowly people followed along.
As I’m on this quest for a larger audience, I thought a Twitter chat about it would be a great idea to share some ideas on the subject.
Instagram is becoming one of the most popular social networking sites, which isn’t surprising in our fast paced lives where we love to consume a lot of content quickly.
My favourite instagram accounts are those that motivate and inspire.
I follow a lot of fitness accounts, I like to see before and after photos, I like to see women with abs and lifting weights. I also follow vegan and raw accounts because the food is beautiful and makes me want to up my fruit and veg intake.
Other accounts I follow are bloggers and people I love. I follow a few celebrities. Taylor Swift, Lady Gaga, Zooey Deschanel. Oh, and yoga. I love yoga accounts too.
I’d love to hear your thoughts on instagram, so please read through the questions and chat then let me know what you think in the comment section below!
Q1: Do you use instagram alongside your blog? Why/why not?
@skinnedcartree A1. I do! I find that it allows me to reach a new audience who may not use twitter as much #socialbloggers
— Jordan (@hellomissjordan) February 21, 2015
I use Instagram alongside my blog photos can draw people in and it shows readers more of your personality #socialbloggers — Hannah (@suitcasesandals) February 21, 2015
@skinnedcartree yes! instagram is a good way to showcase your best pictures and attract people to read more on your blog! #socialbloggers
— Carina Chung (@rwhitehorses) February 21, 2015
I use Instagram but don’t ever tend to put blog images on there, its more for personal use! #socialbloggers — Sarah Smiles (@sarahsmilesxxx) February 21, 2015
a1. ah, I have a love/hate relationship with instagram.. I’m either on it constantly or not at all #socialbloggers
— Dayna (@etcdayna) February 21, 2015
@skinnedcartree A1 : Sure do! I think it’s a great way to share content quickly and easily so a potentially bigger audience. #socialbloggers — Sophie (@Filthy_Paws) February 21, 2015
A1: I love Instagram, it allows to me add pictures which wouldn’t really justify a blog post @skinnedcartree #socialbloggers
— Jessica (@JessInYourEar) February 21, 2015
A1: I don’t Instagram along side my blog. Somehow I not ready to share my blog on Instagram yet. Don’t know why?? #socialbloggers — Mille Aakerlund (@Milleaaker) February 21, 2015
A1 – I promote instagram on my blog but not my blog on Instagram! I would like to change that so need to get organised! #socialbloggers
— Amy Eade (@eadeyamy) February 21, 2015
I like to use Instagram as a bit like a ‘Behind the Scenes’ of my blog. That gives people a reason to follow me there too! #socialbloggers — Jordan (@hellomissjordan) February 21, 2015
Q2: What kind of photos do you post on instagram?
@skinnedcartree usually I post my latest blog post photos on Instagram, I use it as a post alert kind of thing #socialbloggers
— Chaitra (@PinkPot7) February 21, 2015
I post anything really! It could be my new dress, a book I’m reading or a view from my walk! #socialbloggers — Hannah (@suitcasesandals) February 21, 2015
@skinnedcartree a2. I post blog photos, a lil bit of selfies, and just random things.. #socialbloggers
— Ayre (@ariannecruz07) February 21, 2015
@skinnedcartree It used to be very beauty related, now its just anything I feel like uploading, I guess still mainly beauty #socialbloggers — Eloise (@MallowBeauty) February 21, 2015
@skinnedcartree all kinds some to do with my blog and some personal #socialbloggers
— Luke Sam Sowden (@lukesamsowden) February 21, 2015
Sometimes I like to post photos on Instagram if it’s just one thing that doesn’t warrant a whole blog post. #socialbloggers — Ayre (@ariannecruz07) February 21, 2015
@skinnedcartree A2. Lifestyle, Food and Blog photos! 😀 My followers kind of hate me for posting pizza all the time! 😛 #socialbloggers
— Jadirah Sarmad (@Jadirah_Sarmad) February 21, 2015
@skinnedcartree Food mostly, places, products, shiny things whatever I’m looking at really! Life through a lens an all that! #socialbloggers — Sarah (@saloca) February 21, 2015
@skinnedcartree A2 : When I publish a post, I always Instagram it too. Otherwise, I just post random pretty things ?? #socialbloggers
— Sophie (@Filthy_Paws) February 21, 2015
Q3: Are you a #hashtag person? What are your favourites?
@skinnedcartree A3 : On my blog Instagram, absolutely! It’s the best way to get your content seen! Tagging brands too ?? #socialbloggers — Sophie (@Filthy_Paws) February 21, 2015
@dotabouttown I do that too! On Instagram too, it’s always #bbloggers and #lbloggers! 🙂 #socialbloggers x
— Puja – BerryBloomXO (@BerryBloomXO) February 21, 2015
I’m probably one of those people that over use hashtags on instagram buts it’s a great way to get your photos seen! #socialbloggers — Donalyn Twinkle (@lovefromtwinkle) February 21, 2015
I always get bullied for my over-hashtagging; my favs are #fbloggers #bbloggers #lotd #fotd #wiwt and brands @skinnedcartree #socialbloggers
— Jessica (@JessInYourEar) February 21, 2015
Q4: What makes you follow other instagram users?
@skinnedcartree If I follow their blog, or if I like what I see, I love inspirational and lifestyle instas #socialbloggers — Sarah (@saloca) February 21, 2015
Q4 pretty pictures ?? #socialbloggers
— teen blogger (@EmilyBee_3) February 21, 2015
A4: Consistent good quality content, great photography and lots of photos! @skinnedcartree #socialbloggers — Jessica (@JessInYourEar) February 21, 2015
@skinnedcartree A4: If you post loooads of cat or baby photos, I’m instantly put off #socialbloggers
— Sophie (@Filthy_Paws) February 21, 2015
A4: You can get a great sense of someone’s personality from photographs, so its great to follow like minded people! #socialbloggers — James (@Blogger_James) February 21, 2015
Anyone with cute pics, babies or pastel colores #socialbloggers
— Rafiia (@mysterygirl110) February 21, 2015
#socialbloggers A4 – I follow, if people have inspiring positive photos, especially inspiring women — TrebleMaker909 (@treblemaker909) February 21, 2015
@skinnedcartree I follow if I already following their blog. And if their pictures motivate me or interest me! #socialbloggers
— Anna Busby (@frazzledbeauty) February 21, 2015
I am also a sucker for charity shop bargain posters, I love charity shops! #socialbloggers — Grace (@GrownUp_Grace) February 21, 2015
Q5: What’s the best way to grow your instagram following?
@skinnedcartree putting urself out there and developing ur photography! My insta is terrible i need 2put more time in2 it #socialbloggers
— Anna Busby (@frazzledbeauty) February 21, 2015
A5 By liking and commenting on photos that are similar to your niche, I think #socialbloggers — Corinne (@skinnedcartree) February 21, 2015
A5. As a newbie I found taking part in photo-challenges helpful! Made so many friends through it. 🙂 #socialbloggers
— Jadirah Sarmad (@Jadirah_Sarmad) February 21, 2015
A5: I don’t know the answer to this one – but if anyone has any tips, I’d love to hear them! @skinnedcartree #socialbloggers — Jessica (@JessInYourEar) February 21, 2015
I think the best way to build a following is to post regularly, use relevant hashtags & interact with other accounts! #socialbloggers
— Donalyn Twinkle (@lovefromtwinkle) February 21, 2015
I do think that posting daily makes a huge difference to followers; it’s something I need to improve on @skinnedcartree #socialbloggers — Jessica (@JessInYourEar) February 21, 2015
A5 – I don’t have a huge Instagram following so I obviously don’t know the answer to this one! Enjoying reading tips though #socialbloggers
— Amy Eade (@eadeyamy) February 21, 2015
A5. Clearly have no idea abt that as i am a loner over there. Would love few tips in this regard #socialbloggers — Rafiia (@mysterygirl110) February 21, 2015
I LOVE instagram…I use it more than anything really. I find more interaction on there as well. I was able to build my following up better and easier there than other places as well. And I don’t find it boring, I am kind of over twitter at times, but am trying to get back on there and use it more. But, I do love Instagram :))) x
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I love using Instagram to show with pictures products I am reviewing , especially for people who are more visual..
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Yes, I like to see the fitness inspiration pages too. I don’t see many traffic coming to my blog from Instagram but I have it anyway and treat it like another channel. I have to admit, it is easier to browse Insta than blogs though.. I’m heading to Insta and follow you there 🙂
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I’ve really been getting into using Instagram recently, it’s a great way to show ‘behind the scenes’ of your blog if you like! Although it does get quite addictive!
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I like it but I do get tired of the one who post 10 to 15 pictures a day over loader I post here and there so far good response. Is okay in my opinion.
I’ve been working on building my followers on Instagram in the past week (got 50 woo!!!). I haven’t really seen any of that traffic flow through to my blog yet, but I’m still excited about that progress!
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This was interesting. I’ve been an Instagram holdout but I think I may have to join for the sake of my blog.
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i follow any accounts which has nice stuffs be it beauty ,fashion ,fitness
Insta is my stress- buster for sure 🙂
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I love instagram! It is so easy and fast to get your photos our there without having to write down anything really. Hashtags are the best for instagram, I do hashtag a lot haha 😛
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I love Instagram, but don’t use it enough! I definitely need to step up my game 🙂
lovejoanna.com
This was great to read through as I have so much love for Instagram! It’s probably my favourite medium with regard to social media 🙂
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Cool post, I love intagram too I start this summer and I can’t
I love instagram! I post every daily or every second day – as long as I have something worth posting. I try to take pictures with my proper camera, then upload them with my phone. They generally look better, and are better at getting dem likes.
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I haven’t Instagram account((((
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I think I was in this chat! I don’t find Instagram drives blog traffic but I enjoy it and I see it more as something to supplement my blog 🙂 xx
Magpie Jasmine
Loved this weeks chat, it’s really made me think more Instagram as a audience growing tool that I should take a little more seriously and put a bit more time and effort into. People want quick, easy to digest on the commute content, and what’s quicker than an image? I need to up my game!
Sarah 🙂
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I agree that instagram is great for teh blog! I joined fairly rcently and love it! Its so addictive! Of course, I follow you 🙂 BTW I’m finally back to the blog!
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I added Instagram to my blog and was actually pleasantly surprised at how much my small Insta-following grew.
Lizzie Dripping
Nice post ! I have not the time to use Instagram but I love the concept of this website.
Kisses Corinne 🙂
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An interesting chat, I’m not sure about Instagram I personally think it has had its day. I used to love it to share photography’s but it has so much spam. Lucy x
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i love instgram, i only had it last year and have discovered so many new places and people thru it!! 😀
have a great week!
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I was never really into instagram for years but suddenly, in the last few months I love it. But I can never get followers. I barely just made 100.
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Instagram is my favorite to use! I love posting pictures and keeping up with people!
Melanie @ meandmr.com
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I use one instagram account for my personal life and blog. I never share anything that I would not want anyone to see, so having one works for me. Honestly, I have felt that instagram has pushed my blog forward so much! I had a good grasp of it before starting my blog, so I think it really helped to propel mine! People have found me through instagram! I personally love it!
Denise
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I have Instagram but I don’t really post blog related photos or posts there. Maybe because I’m not comfortable with people I know in real life reading my blog. I hope one day I’ll have the courage to. I’m sure it would bring a lot of readers
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Indeed I use my IG side by side with my blog because it reaches some audience that are not in the other networks. Whenever I post pictures on instagram, it’s like a clue of what’s coming soon on my blog.
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I am a HUGE fan of instagram. I like it 100 times more than Twitter personally. I think its the fact that IG combines the visual with the written word, and people are so interactive all the time. I think the more you use it you’ll fall in love even more. 🙂 XOXO,Elif
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I love using Instagram and it is my personal favorite social media. I just don’t know how to get a good following from it-I’m usually very picky about following people. But it would be cool to see bloggers on my instagram feed! Any tips, let me know 🙂
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I love Instagram and for a while I was using this as my only way to reach readers and followers. However, the past couple of weeks I’ve upped my Twitter game and I’ve found it has been really helpful so my aim is to try and up my other social network use in the next few months.
Victoria xx
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