Instagram Stories vs. Reels: What’s the Difference & How to Use Both

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Feeling stuck on what to post—and where to post it?

In this episode, Lauren breaks down the real difference between Instagram Stories and Reels, and shares how she uses both to connect with her audience and grow her brand—without spending hours a day on content.

You’ll learn:

• What Stories and Reels are actually for
• When to post what (and how to keep it manageable)
• Easy ways to batch content and reuse it across platforms
• Lauren’s personal posting rhythm for staying consistent
• Real-life examples of how she turns a Reel into meaningful Story connection

📌 Stories build trust.
📈 Reels grow your reach.
Together? They build a brand that’s real and magnetic.

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Let’s make your content work—without the burnout.

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