Understanding The Instagram Algorithm - 9 Myths Debunked

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Myth 1: Ranking favours certain content types

Myth 2: Short comments don't count

Myth 3: Engagement in the first 30-45 minutes matters most

Myth 4: Engagement groups work (they don't)

Myth 5: Your account type affects your reach

Myth 6: Instagram is penalizing your story views

Myth 7: You need to post daily to grow

Myth 8: Your posts are only shown to 10% of your followers

Myth 9: You need 10k followers before you can make money

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  • Whenever we hear the word "algorithm", we seem to get confused because it seems such a complicated topic. This confusion leads to assumptions, which many people begin to believe despite them being completely false..
  • That's why in this Skillshare class I will be debunking 9 of the most common Instagram myths..
  • This will allow you to gain a greater understanding of how the algorithm operates so that you can then begin to work alongside it to propel the growth of your page..
  • The myths I debunk in the class are as follows:.
  • Myth 1: Ranking favours certain content types.
  • Myth 2: Short comments don't count.
  • Myth 3: Engagement in the first 30-45 minutes matters most.
  • Myth 4: Engagement groups work (WARNING - I rant a lot in this module!).
  • Myth 5: Your account type affects your reach.
  • Myth 6: Instagram is penalizing your story views.
  • Myth 7: You need to post daily to grow.
  • Myth 8: Your posts are only shown to 10% of your followers.
  • Myth 9: You need 10k followers before you can make money.
  • ----------.
  • For more social media marketing advice listen to my podcast Social Media Marketing School..
  • Follow me on Instagram: @themarketingethan.
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