May 30, 2023

113 | How Podcasters Can Hit a Million Views on Instagram Reels, with Travis Brown

48 minutes

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Summary

In this episode, Travis Brown, a seasoned coach at Social Boom, shares his insights on how podcasters can achieve virality, specifically through Instagram Reels. Travis, who has seen his follower base explode from 9,000 to over 102,000 in less than six months, discusses the power of predictability over creativity, the importance of understanding your audience, and the potential of Instagram Reels. If you're a podcaster or content creator aiming to expand your reach, this conversation is packed with actionable strategies and tips that can help you leverage short-form content to your advantage.

Topics Discussed

The importance of providing value in content creation: The need to focus on educating and providing actionable insights to the audience rather than chasing trends.

The role of calls to action in content: How to effectively prompt your audience to engage with your content and the difference between growth and sales calls to action.

The difference between growth and sales mindset: Understanding when to focus on expanding your audience and when to concentrate on monetizing your content.

The importance of engagement in social media growth: The role of active participation in the community, including commenting on other's posts and responding to comments on your own.

The process of researching high-performing content: How to use platforms like TikTok to identify successful content in your niche and draw inspiration from it.

The significance of predictability in content creation: The idea that consistency and predictability in content can lead to greater audience retention and growth.

The impact of content on follower growth and sales: How focusing on specific content areas can lead to significant growth in followers and sales.

The importance of understanding your audience: The need to reflect on your own journey and create content that answers the questions you once had.

The role of current events in content creation: How to leverage current events and trends in your content to attract a wider audience.

The importance of a well-structured profile in social media presence: How your profile picture and bio can influence first impressions and follower growth.

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