S01E28 - Instagram dropped 5 new updates 😳 Here’s what they mean for you 🤗
Instagram has been busy again… 😁In this episode, I’m breaking down 5 Instagram updates you need to know about:• One that’s basically useless (but still kinda fun)• One that Instagram’s pretending is new (it’s not)• One update we’ve been asking for forever • One that could seriously impact your reach (especially if you're using Trial Reels) • And two that haven’t even been officially announced yet… but your bestie’s already got the inside scoop 👀Whether you’re in your growth era, launching, or just trying to keep up: this episode is your shortcut to staying up to date & ahead 🤗✨ STRATEGY:Trial Reels Traininghttp://evelongfield.com/trialreelsHow to make the algorithm adore youhttp://evelongfield.com/algoThe Foundation of Growth Bundle (incl The Perfect Fit Follower Framework)http://evelongfield.com/foundation ✨ FREE: Eve's Hashtag Handbookhttp://evelongfield.com/hashtags10 growth content ideas for Trial Reels: http://evelongfield.com/growth-content-ideas
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S01E27 - Trial Reels: do they still work or is the hype over? 🤔
Trial Reels have been one of the most powerful growth tools on Instagram for the past 6 months, but lately, there's been confusion, rumours, and even Instagram messages saying, “You’ve reached your limit.” 😳So... what’s really going on? 😵💫In this episode of Talk Insta to Me, I break down the truth about Trial Reels in 2025: • Are they still worth posting? • What’s the actual deal with the new posting limits? • Why views might be down (hint: it’s not just you) • How to use Trial Reels strategically in this new season • What’s still working for my clients, and how you can get the same resultsLet's find out what's actually going on! 🤗✨ STRATEGY:Trial Reels Traininghttp://evelongfield.com/trialreelsHow to make the algorithm adore youhttp://evelongfield.com/algoThe Foundation of Growth Bundle (incl The Perfect Fit Follower Framework)http://evelongfield.com/foundation ✨ FREE: Eve's Hashtag Handbookhttp://evelongfield.com/hashtags10 growth content ideas for Trial Reels: http://evelongfield.com/growth-content-ideas
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S01E26 - Will Meta Verified profiles show up at the top of Search Results? 😳
At the end of this week, my DMs were filling up with worried followers sending me screenshots of a post that said: “Instagram will now show verified profiles at the top of search results.” 🤯Naturally, this sparked panic, because if you take that at face value, it almost sounds like if you don’t pay for Meta Verified, you’ll never show up in search again 😳In today’s episode, I’m breaking this down for you:Why that statement is misleading (and how outrage marketing works).The truth about search: the difference between findability vs discoverability What Meta actually promises — and why their “more reach” claim is more marketing spin than reality.The real benefits of Meta Verified, and why I personally pay for it.If you’ve been wondering whether Meta Verified is worth the money, or if you’ve been feeling pressure to get it, this episode will calm you down and give you the facts 🤗✨ STRATEGY:Trial Reels Traininghttp://evelongfield.com/trialreelsHow to make the algorithm adore youhttp://evelongfield.com/algoThe Foundation of Growth Bundle (incl The Perfect Fit Follower Framework)http://evelongfield.com/foundation ✨ FREE: Eve's Hashtag Handbookhttp://evelongfield.com/hashtags10 growth content ideas for Trial Reels: http://evelongfield.com/growth-content-ideas
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S01E25 - Want more people to watch your content? This is exactly how :)
At the end of the day, we all want one thing: people to actually watch our content. And Instagram just rolled out a brand-new feature designed to help people do more of that 👀In this episode, I’ll show you what this feature is, how it works, and why it matters for your growth. And then, we’ll dive into a little mini-masterclass on a strategy that can turn casual viewers into loyal binge-watchers and engaged new followers.Stop reading, start listening 🤗✨ STRATEGY:Trial Reels Traininghttp://evelongfield.com/trialreelsHow to make the algorithm adore youhttp://evelongfield.com/algoThe Foundation of Growth Bundle (incl The Perfect Fit Follower Framework)http://evelongfield.com/foundation ✨ FREE: Eve's Hashtag Handbookhttp://evelongfield.com/hashtags10 growth content ideas for Trial Reels: http://evelongfield.com/growth-content-ideas
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S01E24 - Instagram dropped 3 new features - but only ONE really matters 🤗
Have you heard the news?! 😳Instagram decided to roll out not one, not two, but THREE new features. 🤯In this episode, I break them down for you:Everything you need to know about Reposts, and why this new metric is a big signal for growthThe truth the Friends Feed and Friend Map (and a golden tip you don't want to miss)And something verrrry exciting that is launching soon! 👀If you’ve seen a brand new metric pop up in your insights and wondered what it is, this episode explains it all.✨ STRATEGY:Trial Reels Traininghttp://evelongfield.com/trialreelsHow to make the algorithm adore youhttp://evelongfield.com/algoThe Foundation of Growth Bundle (incl The Perfect Fit Follower Framework)http://evelongfield.com/foundation ✨ FREE: Eve's Hashtag Handbookhttp://evelongfield.com/hashtags10 growth content ideas for Trial Reels: http://evelongfield.com/growth-content-ideas
Talk Insta to Me is the go-to podcast for business owners, coaches, and creators who want real results on Instagram, without the fluff. Hosted by Dutch-Aussie Instagram coach Eve Longfield, each episode dives into what’s actually working right now to grow your audience, boost engagement, and build a brand that converts. Whether it’s decoding algorithm updates or busting growth myths, Eve keeps it raw, strategic, and refreshingly simple.
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