Be in The Know
- You can now view how many clips (and views) were generated from your uploads via YouTube Studio.
- Advertisers were caught off guard when GA4 automatically migrated configs from Universal Analytics.
- The infamous creator of Fyre Fest is out of jail and planning the second iteration. Take a look at his marketing approach.
- Dunkin’ has extended its partnership with Ben Affleck to market a seasonal drink collab with Ice Spice.
Best Practices for Reels
It’s about time for a refresh on Reels best practices. Here’s the skinny:
Consistency: Post your content on the same time and day to signal to the algorithm that you’re committed to providing valuable content regularly.
Trending Audio: Use medium-popular trending audio ( < 10k usage count), even at a low volume for narration videos.
Hashtags: Use 3 to 8 hashtags with usage counts from 10,000 to 500,000. Avoid hashtags with volumes over 1 million.
Editing: No surprise here, the algorithm prioritizes Reels that use in-app features, so edit within Instagram whenever possible. Always avoid watermarks!
Length: Find what works for you, but ~30 seconds is best for capturing attention.
Comments: Like and reply to comments within the first hour of posting.
Republishing: It’s allowed AND encouraged! Repost your best Reels every 3 to 6 months.
CTAs: You might be penalized for encouraging users to leave the app. Opt for “share this with a friend” over “subscribe to my newsletter!”
Check out Nick Gray’s post for more insight from a Meta rep.
Smash or Pass
Elephas
Elephas has joined the chat with an AI writing assistant optimized for seamless use between your Mac, iPhone, and iPad. The “Super Brain” feature synthesizes your ideas collected across various knowledge management apps, and the AI assistant works with your favorite word processor to refine your writing projects. Plus, ChatGPT runs on top of any app with one click of the super-command bar.
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An Iconic Trio
Adidas has launched a global campaign with three videos celebrating each of its Originals: the Samba, the Superstar, and the Gazelle. The latter shines in this spot, featuring the cultural evolution and adoption of the shoe by runners and fashion designers and skateboarders alike.
