We gathered never-before-seen data from more than 15,000 Instagram Stories posted by over 200 of the world’s top accounts and brands.

This is one of the largest studies ever conducted on Instagram Stories and this week we're breaking down everything we learned (and what you need to know) from our research.

You'll learn the best times to post to Stories, the most effective Stories length, how to increase reach and impressions, benchmarks for different industries, and lots more. 

Enjoy!

We Analyzed 15,000 Instagram Stories from 200 of the World’s Top Brands (New Research)

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Ready to unlock the secrets to YouTube growth? In this episode, we delve into the world of YouTube and share invaluable tips from YouTube creator Paul O'Malley. Learn how to harness the power of short-form content, optimize your posting schedule, and make the most of Buffer's new scheduling feature for YouTube Shorts. With Paul's expert guidance, we'll uncover the strategies you need to expand your audience, captivate viewers, and skyrocket your success on the platform. 
Cheers, Phill!
Shownotes:

 Learn more about Buffer + YouTube: https://buffer.com/youtube
 Paul’s YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@paulomalley
 Paul’s Mastodon account: https://universeodon.com/@paulomalley


From Zero to 30K YouTube Subscribers in Six Months

Here’s a question that puzzles most social media users …
Why do some of my posts get more views than others?
It’s a difficult question to answer. Each social network has a different algorithm. Each algorithm promotes and demotes posts in their own unique way. We’ve spent months analyzing reach and have attempted to determine why some posts (with links) get less views than others. Tune in to hear why.
I hope you enjoy the episode! We’re testing the waters to see if we can get this show back up and running, so make sure you give us a shout on social media if you want to hear more episodes.  As always we'd really appreciate a review and five stars on Apple Podcasts, Spotify (or wherever you listen to the show).
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- Phill
Shownotes:

 https://www.agorapulse.com/social-media-lab/linkedin-comments-link/?ref=buffer-resources
 https://www.socialinsider.io/blog/linkedin-posts-with-link/?ref=buffer-resources


Why you shouldn't add links to your social posts

Today we’ll be discussing a topic that we have been asked several questions about: what’s the ideal length for a video on TikTok? More specifically, we explore whether there is a one best TikTok length and look at examples from content creators who make both short and longer videos on the platform.
I hope you enjoy the episode! We’re testing the waters to see if we can get this show back up and running, so make sure you give us a shout on social media if you want to hear more episodes.  As always we'd really appreciate a review and five stars on Apple Podcasts, Spotify (or wherever you listen to the show).
Cheers!
Phill 
Shownotes: 

 Ideal TikTok length data: https://twitter.com/stokel/status/1459171303227904000
 Wired article: https://www.wired.co.uk/article/tiktok-wants-longer-videos-like-not
  TikTok want longer videos: https://www.protocol.com/entertainment/tiktok-longer-videos-ads
  Paris Hilton's 10-min long TikTok: https://centennialbeauty.com/how-hiltons-10-minute-long-advertisement-won-tiktok/
  Umber's TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bufferapp/video/7192654781238758699?lang=en
  Jess Hunt's TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jesshunt02
  Research on TikTok CTR: https://www.tiktok.com/business/library/Auction_Ads_Creative_Tips.pdf
  Naomi Burtt's TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@naomiburtt
  Mitra's viral TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bufferapp/video/7195600797516893486
  TikTok best practices: https://buffer.com/resources/get-started-on-tiktok/
  How to gain more TikTok followers: https://buffer.com/resources/tik-tok-how-to-get-followers/
  Best time to post on TikTok: https://buffer.com/library/best-time-to-post-on-tiktok/
  Get started with Buffer: https://login.buffer.com/signup?product=buffer&plan;=free




What is the Ideal TikTok Length?

Hello there! Today, we're talking about the brand new Buffer AI Assistant, a game-changer in the world of social media management. With the ability to suggest post ideas, write posts for you, optimize, shorten, or even translate your content, the AI Assistant is like having a virtual marketing assistant at your fingertips. Don't worry, it's not a replacement for creators, it's designed to help you tweak, improve, and optimize your work. Discover how the AI Assistant can help you save time, grow your followers, and create engaging, click-worthy posts for any channel. Join us for a beginner's guide to using AI in social media management!
P.S. This description was written entirely by Buffer’s AI Assistant!
Shownotes:

 Try Buffer’s AI Assistant: https://publish.buffer.com/content/new
 Learn more about Buffer’s AI Assistant https://buffer.com/ai-assistant/
 Umber’s blog about AI: https://buffer.com/resources/conflicted-ai-writer/
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It’s Here… AI for Social Media Scheduling

Are you tired of feeling like just another number on centralized social media platforms? Look no further than Mastodon, the decentralized, open-source alternative to mainstream networks. In this episode, we dive into what Mastodon is, how it differs from traditional social media, and how to get started on the platform. From building a community to customizing your experience, we'll cover everything you need to know to join the Mastodon movement and take control of your online presence.
- Phill
Shownotes:

 https://savjee.be/videos/simply-explained/mastodon-and-fediverse-explained/
 https://instances.social/
  https://fedifinder.glitch.me/
  https://joinmastodon.org/
  https://buffer.com/mastodon


We Analyzed 15,000 Instagram Stories from 200 of the World’s Top Brands (New Research)

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