How to leverage Instagram

In today's episode (95) of the EAT, CAPTURE, SHARE podcast, the tables are turned as I'm being interviewed by Madison Wetherill for her own show, The Vine Podcast. I share my thoughts about the best way to use Instagram to connect with your audience, how often to post content and so much, much more. If you're on Instagram and struggling right now, this is a must listen! Here's what else you can expect from today's episode... 

• We talk about why food bloggers should invest time in Instagram, despite the pesky algorithms.
• I explain why Instagram is still the Queen of social media (despite TikTok’s metric rise) - what sets it apart and makes creating content for it worth the effort.
• I discuss the Instagram grid and if it's still relevant.
• I give my top tips for how to grow your Instagram audience right now as well as what might cause you to loose followers!
• I highlight an Instagram feature that is under-utilised, but mega powerful.
• I reveal how often to post on Instagram for maximum success.
• I share how to use Stories and Reels even if they're out of your comfort zone.

 LINKS MENTIONED:

• My book, Creative Food Photography is available HERE! It’s for food photographers who want to find their own unique style and up level their photography.
• Find out more about my online Foundation Food Photography & Food Styling course for ambitious beginners HERE
• Find out more about my Fearless Focus Mastermind and Mentoring program for food photographers and food bloggers HERE
• Madison’s blog Grace + Vine Studios
• How to leverage Instagram as a food blogger with Kimberly Espinel, The Vine Podcast
• The Free #eatcaptureshare Food Photography Challenge, read more about it in this blog post HERE
• Why you need to start a blog today! with Madison Wetherill, Eat Capture Share Podcast episode number 91
• The state of Instagram! with Kimberly Espinel, Eat Capture Share Podcast episode number 94 
• Instagram Reels strategies for food photographers with Jasmine Star, Eat Capture Share Podcast episode number 75
• What’s happening with Instagram, Eat Capture Share Podcast episode number 53
• Find full show notes HERE
• Find my Instagram HERE