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My Newest Obsession: Instagram
"Heather, you're missing out! ;) I was a skeptic for a long time and held off for multiple reasons but I can honestly say I wish I had started using this site earlier. It's quickly becoming a top favorite site for me. And one of the reasons is because of what you said, it's not "marketing" like you see on other platforms. I blog about social media. It's really hard to market that in photos everyday. So instead, I share pictures that show who I am. When I go places or find things I like, I share them through pictures. I can use the captions to give more information or connect with followers. But I can't share a blog post or a new article or a video or a lot of other things. It's really making me think creatively and connect with people on a whole new level."What Are You Doing Here?
"Exactly, Heather. Anyone using social media for any business reason, should set goals and expectations. Even if it's as simple as finding old connections, that's fine. But it's important to know why you're online and set realistic expectations. Otherwise, as you said, the inevitable distraction and time sink will prevail!"5 Ways To Be Consistently Awesome
"Thanks! Yes, it is important to remember that even though there is plenty of expert advice out there, it's all generic. It's not about you and your audience. It's great to listen to what the experts say but make sure you work on your material to find what works for you."5 Ways To Be Consistently Awesome
"Thanks guys! So glad you liked it :) Like you said, it's a commitment, no matter how you look at it. Committing to what works for you ensures that you can maintain that commitment. If you can only manage one site, don't sign up for five! If you can only write one blog a month, don't try to do one a week!"Subscribe
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How and When To Use Hashtags on Instagram
"Unfortunately a lot of people take advantage of hashtags and abuse their use on many sites. This is something I am worried about happening on Facebook now that they've activated hashtags as well. But, people will continue to do it and it's up to the rest of us to try to educate them."