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Brilio.net/en - People keep saying just post some photos on Instagram. It said to be best and fun way to exhibit what you are (or your brand is) currently doing. Truth is, Instagram is fun and even satisfying as long as peoples are liking your photos.
Were talking organic likes. Getting some likes sometimes can be a tricky business. Weve all been there, sitting without knowing what to do with a brand new Instagram account, getting less than 3 likes per post, wondering, How on earth am I supposed to know what other people want to see?
Fear not, my friend. Use this cheat sheet to get the idea of what the most popular types of Instagram photos are.
1. Seasonal Instagram photos
Its seasonal, it wont be here forever so if we dont double-tap it now, itll be gone forever. Actually, one of the easiest ways to get likes involves posting season-themed photos around big holidays. Idul Fitri, Christmas, Chinese New Year, Thanksgiving, Easter, Valentines Day, and more. Everyones attention is going to be focused on the day at hand, and giving them more of what they want is the idea.
2. Messaging text screenshot Instagram photos
Admit it, forbidden knowledge is always interesting. Were all feeling the urge to snoop on your friends messaging app conversation. Thats why anti-prying screen protectors exist. Try capturing that addictive quality with humorous screenshots of text conversations. They dont even have to be real conversations. Real stories are great too, though some encounters just cant be made up. Some of the most popular Instagram accounts are comprised entirely of photos like these.
If you have many followers already, you can throw a mini-contest with some interesting giveaways and those who are in have to post their captured first conversation in a messaging app with their partners. Another idea: just ask your followers to send an I love you text to their partners and ask them to capture the responses.
3. All-about-quotes Instagram photos
This kind of post may seem corny at times, but can be motivational and inspirational. Theyre simple, easily digested, catchy and applicable. This is the best way to post bite-sized pieces of information on Instagram, instead of leaving them in the comment space. Keep the message short and relevant, and the likes will come pouring in.
This type of post can be found in the account of Instagram influencer Cara Delevigne, who happens to be a British supermodel. Fitness and entrepreneurial Instagram accounts tend to benefit from these types of photos as well.
4. Neat and nicely organized Instagram photos
This kind of photos is easily a feast for the eyes and draws dozens of likes easily. Whatever the reason, perfectly crafted pictures of neatly arranged objects filling the screen has always been a popular tactic among many Instagram influencers.
The premise is simple: were likely to have a little bit of Type-A present in each of us, and these photos appeal to the human urge for order. Even the not-so-neat inside my bag photos will also do:
If Herschel Supply can get advantages to promote the spaciousness of their line of backpacks, with some creative and strategic thinking, maybe you can, as well.
5. User-generated Instagram photos
This type of photo is tailored a bit more to the user with a product or service and a captive audience. The prerequisite is having dozens of followers already, thus, you can get your followers actively involved to post photos on your behalf. Its a great way to boost sales or increase the numbers of followers.
For example, when Calvin Klein ran their #MyCalvins Instagram campaign, they encouraged their followers to capture appealing moments by promising a chance at being shared from Calvin Kleins main account. Not only did this become awfully popular, it sparked viral sharing.
The same thing happened with Brilios Valentines Day #Tantangan29Hari campaign on Instagram!
Those are the top-5, but the ideas don't stop here...
You can always create your own idea, or put a new spin on one of the classic ideas above. Take inspirations from those Instagram influencers who have inspired and amazed countless people. Put your own twist. Post Instagram photos that uniquely represent you. Just remember, the real reason people are following you (therefore liking your photos) is you.
Source: Lifehack, some Instagram accounts.
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