8 INSTAGRAM REELS MISTAKES YOU NEED TO STOP MAKING! | Instagram Reels Tips

I'm here to tell you all the Instagram Reels mistakes that you need to stop making. If you've already watched every Instagram Tips and Tricks video, THIS is for you. These mistakes might be preventing you from growing on Instagram fast! Let's fix that!
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0:00-0:21 Intro
0:21-0:39 Shoutouts
0:39-2:53 Mistake #1 - All the text mistakes I've seen
2:53-3:05 Mistake #2 - Crop
3:05-4:13 Which dimension to use when posting your Reels on Instagram
4:13-5:25 Mistake #3 - Topic consistency
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5:52-6:53 Mistake #4 - Not saving your videos
6:53-7:46 Mistake #5 - Trying to go viral
7:46-8:46 Mistake #6 - Video quality
8:46-8:52 How to remove TikTok logos from your videos
8:52-10:16 Mistake #7
10:16-10:28 Mistake #8 - No CTA
10:28-10:55 What is a CTA and why you need one
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[@ei256]

1a) use text in video to make them unmute 1b) insert text only in IG app 1c) don't use too much text, make it easy to read 2) reels are 4:3, not 16:9 3) have ONE consistent topic-and 5 sub-topics 4) save the video! 5) make trending content that also sticks to your niche 6) make video only 1080p. Remove logos in videos. 7) don't overthink. Videos don't have to go viral. They don't have to hit. Just show up. record the audio. Then think of how to apply to niche. 8) add CTA on every video.

[@ThePricipleOfParsimony]

I can't figure out how to add text to just one uploaded photo, and not onto the 'entire' group of photos in the Reel. Like, if I add a caption, it's there for the whole reel, when I just want it on specific parts, if that makes sense? I'm not a tech-y so if anybody could solve this for me..it would be SO appreciated!

[@villeneuvewoodworks]

Seems like my short reels do very well. Even at 7secs, how can you add text at the end of ig videos?

[@brothersdancers6512]

Hello, What is CTA? Thank you

[@louisewinder7704]

Hey. Love this you are fast and clear. You say 4:5 on your video, above says 4:3. Though you might want to edit.

[@lobnasalem4573]

Can u plz explain the No 2???4:3??

[@Thasred]

My biggest mistakes that I just learned from you is losing my video quality by recording in 4k, not removing my tiktok logos, and not putting a call to action on my videos! I’m so glad I found this video and listened to it today while I was cleaning my room 🎉🎉🎉

[@TheBrandonLeeCook]

I love Millie! Been binge watching your videos today! ❤️ super helpful! And your branding / niche is on point all around! Thanks for creating!!!

[@MillieAdrian]

Ahhh yay thank you so much Brandon😍 so happy to have you here 🧡

[@cartwheel43]

I am 56 and was a video producer in the late 80s and 90s. I also worked in advertising, PR, and marketing. Even from an "old school" perspective, YOU are very good at what you do. I am just now looking to add reels to my IG account. My niche is papercrafting. Glad I am subscribing to you.

[@RanaLeeDoyal]

I’m not growing a brand, but I’ve been toying with the idea. Loved your video - you talk at just the right speed - I’m a SAHM with two toddlers - I’m tapped out on patience lol and I got all the info quickly and painlessly. Bonus, you have a great camera presence and aren’t annoying - sorry to say, some people aren’t for everyone, but it’s true. I definitely subscribed to your channel - who knows maybe you’ll be the one to get me to take that chance! 😊

[@sheilapicknell4731]

Thanks for being real! Yikes, my mistakes - cropping, overthinking it, not using enough text in reels, and I need to put a call to action! Positivity- I am learning and will continue to....Thanks for all the encouragements!

[@onlybryyy]

Go fot it!!!

[@jennycboo]

Always love your tips, they're right to the point, thanks for sharing! 🥰

[@Linsely87]

OMG! I needed this video. I definitely have been way overthinking making reels. I appreciate you!

[@AlexandraRoseCooper]

Thanks Millie! I don't know what I would do without all your tips!

[@starrfamilyminis8670]

Yes lol sticking on topic is a must but its vary easy to get wrapped up in the wrong things, love this.

[@ryanchen5022]

Thanks for making these super useful videos. They help a tremendousss!! Also your vibe is so enjoyable🤣

[@suzaita.hipolito]

You're the DaBomB Modern Millie!!!! Thank you for all the golden nuggets! My #1 mistake is around topic. My topics are all over the place and not directed at my niche/audience. Thanks for shining light on this. I will work on this. Much love.

[@RestoringMindBodyandSoul]

I pretty much make all of these mistakes, and so this was so helpful! Def following and going to improve on those!

[@elizabethbennet1234]

The best Instagram content creators channel I found! I can’t even imagine what your paid courses include! You’re genius!

[@alicealdaa]

Thank you so much 🙏🏼 I’m looking forward on growing and getting better on social media

[@honeybunny958]

Practical and easy to understand. Thanks for the tips!

[@KatyKidder]

Just Subscribed! Love the content you create... its actually helpful and makes a difference!

[@boackaertmodel]

It's so easy to say 'niche down' but actually after hearing and trying to apply this for a long time, with your specific example, you helped me A LOT. So thank you for that

[@bethmarkus7346]

You are the best! Thank you for your insights.

[@cakeydacake]

Thank you! In a but of a slump as to why my reels arent performing too well. I needed this a lot 💖

[@tkongny]

New to you. Such great value! Your presentation and delivery is so engaging! Thanks!

[@ChoneseFood]

Not making a call to action, I definitely subscribed! Thanks for the tips!

[@camillegriggs7782]

Thank you for sharing, great tips!!

[@RozeBeauty318]

Super helpful video. Thanks for sharing these tips and tricks. I'm having a hard time with reels and you just pointed out a lot of mistakes I've been making. Overthinking, not adding text, and no CTA are the mistakes I'll be correcting soon! Thanks for sharing! 😊

[@debbiejones5813]

I love your videos. I just recently found you. You’re easy to listen to and understand plus your personality is fun but not over the top. Love love love! Oh yes and I learn ALOT

[@MillieAdrian]

Oh my gosh Debbie! You're so sweet! Thank you so much 😭🧡

[@quoleo]

Thanks for adding perspective on what Im trying to do. This was one video that tied in a lot of my thoughts.

[@HartvoorPaarden]

I think the call to action is a difficult one, because I hate it when I'm disturbed in my reels scrolling and people want me to do something. I never do.... If I asked around, people are also bothered so they don't either. I know it isn't a big survey, but it stills stops me from doing on my reels.

[@maxhackss7931]

All you have to do is to reach out to the company name shows as my KZbin channel name, he's one of of the IG team who helped me out, I believe he can help you.

[@NugraheniAnna]

The dimensionnnnnn of course.. Thanks a lot Millie for making this video!

[@kmartaus]

I only just found you today and thissss is what I was looking for. Im feel like I manifested this haha thank you thank you thank you!

[@MillieAdrian]

I love that you basically manifested me to do this video 😂 welcome to my crazy corner of the internet Ashleigh🥰

[@conscious__creators]

@@MillieAdrian Would you mind clarifying the whole situation with hashtags - it’s quite confusing I find. I’ve started to use the Flick hashtag tool at the moment. Some KZbinr’s say only 3 to 5 hashtags on reels in the caption while others say use up to 30 when doing a regular post. It’s confusing whether to include them in the caption or in the comment section and some say to mix up the quantity of hashtags through your normal posts. I know the IG creators page has said 3-5 tags for posts within the caption but I still see a lot of creators putting many more than that. If you’re posting an image with no hashtags and then adding your hashtags to the comments section after posting does that hurt your reach? Not sure if you have a video on this but would be great to clarify! Thanks Millie! 😊🙏🏼

[@TheMentalHealthToolbox]

I know right!? Shes great, found her channel yesterday 🙌

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[@PawelSiemieniuk]

Love your videos! They are super well produced 👏

[@pinkNboujeechica]

Omg! I love this thank you so much very helpfull🤝

[@CherithFlukertv]

🙋🏾‍♀️so guilty if some of the text mistakes! So glad I found this video for tips on how to correct that error moving forward! Thanks for sharing!

[@HungarianwithSziszi]

I just discovered your channel a few days ago, and I love it!!! Thank you so much for sharing these tips with us, it’s very helpful ❤️ Thank you for your work and time! I’m making almost all the mistakes but at least I show up 😅😅

[@Bewusstmitherz]

You are amazing! I think this was one of your best videos you were again so enthusiastic and motivating 😊 and you take out pressure! You are doing an amazing job 😍🥰

[@paulfernandes8962]

Thanks for this great advice Millie ..very useful tips 👌🙏

[@fabrizioagnesedrums]

Amazing video Millie! This is so helpful... now I understand how Reels work even more & what I could do better to improve them! Thanks a lot ✌💯🔝

[@Jento]

Adorable af. And good information. Appreciate the double feature. Good luck.

[@debeccles9021]

Love your tips and tricks thanks. The tip that I will be doing for sure is SAVING my videos. Also, will start watching more reels and saving for future reels - thanks!

[@angelsuarez7967]

Thank you! As always, SUPER useful.

[@guitar9310]

Great video. Extremely helpful. Thanks for the great advice! Time to make a reel!

[@zaninart5351]

Just stumbled upon your page and simply LOVED IT thank you for sharing your knowledge with us! I'll follow your tips religiously ❤

[@lachlancarr9860]

Hey, I listen to your videos as I drive to work, so o do t often comment or like etc… your stuff is so good. Thank you for all that you are doing. It’s so helpful.

[@yogawithpaige]

This was immensely helpful, thank you so much! I’m just attempting to grow my social media presence as it does not come naturally to me at all, and had no clue how to. I was getting so overwhelmed and overthinking everything possible lol you rock!!!!

[@MillieAdrian]

Omg Paige! So happy this video found it's way to you! Don't overthink it. Take the pressure off of yourself and just have fun with it! BE YOU🥰

[@SamVanderWielen]

My IG growth was slow (like, my mom and sister were my only followers for MONTHS slow), but once the momentum starts, it keeps building. Even still, there are weeks where I might lose followers, but we just have to stick with it. Best of luck to you!

[@MarketingHarry]

Seen all these mistakes for quite some time. Very helpful video, Millie! Good to know what to avoid and what to improve! 😉

[@MillieAdrian]

YES! Hoping this helps some people not make these mistakes! 🙌🏽

[@Nardvillain]

i really enjoy this tips. they've been helpful. thanks for pushing out useful content!! it's appreciated! :)

[@MillieAdrian]

Of course! That's what I'm here for 😎

[@JenniferBtheGroove]

Wow! I have learned so much here today! I am so thankful for such wealth of info. Thank you Greatly!

[@SocialChamp]

You are such a pleasure to hear, Millie. :) We have always been doubtful of Reels and how we can use them as a business. Videos do work for us but have really no idea what can be done with Reels :/

[@IslandGirlTCFamMember]

I posted my first one not too long ago. Probably not the most exciting first reel but the reach was impressive! Over 2K accounts reached over a few days time. That is a MASSIVE improvement over what I would normally get without reels. Thanks for the ideas on improvements as my next one has me talking in it.

[@Verbsdescribeus]

congrats!!!

[@luciapes123]

SO USEFUL! THANK YOU.

[@lucycarroll6966]

Oh dear ... I have to hang my head in shame Millie, I am definitely making most of these mistakes !!!!!!!!!!! I loved your advice on just getting started on reels and you will get more familiar and stop being afraid of it !

[@michaelamarie4288]

Thanks for the tips!

[@AudreyNguyenVlogs]

Thanks for sharing! I finally started actually WATCHING reels and it’s been helping me to know what to create! I had my fist one go over 10k views!

[@jessysanchez9414]

Loved this!! Need you in my life haha Mistakes I was using was 1,2,5,7. WON'T ANYMORE! :]

[@knockn9ck]

Your content is sooo valuable thanks for sharing!

[@oliviafortheocean]

Great tips as always. Best way to spend part of my lunch break on Wednesdays!

[@MillieAdrian]

oh my gosh this comment made me so happy 😭🧡

[@CoachMichelle9]

you always give me clarity, thank you

[@thestyleconcession8997]

Thank you for sharing this! Learned a lot🙏🏽🙏🏽💃🏽

[@MillieAdrian]

You're very welcome! 😁

[@rins2793]

Helpful video….thank you… continue doing what u r…👍🏻

[@clairehelenswain]

Thank you again for your helpful advice 😊

[@miamisbitesandadventures3884]

Thank you so much. I was so making all of the mistakes. Not fun 😕. But now I know.

[@alexcalh1395]

Thank you Millie! Just starting in this business ! ❤

[@StyledbyRai]

The encouragement at the end to just start reels 🙌🏻 needed to hear that.

[@srodz17]

So helpful! We haven’t been putting a CTA but will start now!

[@mduduzitwala4207]

Thank you man for sharing this stuff

[@PrettyLady7282]

i just hit the sub button! Agreed, your contents are value for real! Thx,👍

[@kryki_cha6206]

I haven't made any mistakes yet because I found this video before I made my first one! I don't think I would've thought of the CTA tip!

[@chloequartz3638]

This is SO helpful. Thank you!!!

[@AheadInkSMP]

Awesome, helpful video...thanks!!!!

[@fionasproles2399]

This is gold - thanks ❤

[@wild-heart825]

I was so helpful, my growth on IG was so slow but now I understand that i was making these mistakes. Thank you so much for making this Video

[@ArleynH]

very useful and informative video, thank you!

[@shruthiguthi]

Thank you so much u r toooo good. I never used to add text to my reels I will keep note of this

[@MaxDoesFitness]

Thank you for teaching me how to find viral sounds!

[@ColemanC]

Awesome. Thank you

[@lolatriple7]

Thank you so much for sharing and teaching❤

[@frescobrando]

Ooo, using these tips right away💪🏼

[@barbarateterus8252]

So helpful !

[@JennaNeal]

🧡🧡🧡🧡 bahaha I just learned I can use my favorite color in hearts! Love it. Hahaha that was fun

[@fernandasandelin7859]

thanks great tips and sharp video quality

[@AmmarYaqoub1020]

Super helpful! Subed already and thank you 🙂

[@dominiquevalle3519]

Just started following u!! Love ur videos! U actually share useful info to put into practice!

[@MillieAdrian]

Thank you so much Dominique 😭🧡 I really try my best to make each video deliver on exactly what it promises!

[@dimplesasmrd3845]

Thank you for the honesty. Just show up for yourself

[@katelynelaine3633]

Just subscribed loved this video! My biggest mistake has been not saving videos. There are many times I gave up on a video idea that disappeared after hours of work but have learned my lesson

[@ShapingSarah]

I wasnt adding a call to action but i will now. New sub thanks for these tips!

[@SamVanderWielen]

I just started doing more Reels in the last couple of weeks, so this video is perfect timing!

[@Kcoupn]

Thank you so much!

[@stephaniebell7056]

Love your videos!

[@ryanfrancis4463]

Good to know. Thanks 🙏🏾

[@robertspeiser7654]

Thanks girl so much you helped me out so much

[@donaroji]

Thanks for this...Just getting started and I think I've made all these mistakes :)

[@ActivityAuthor]

Lucky ME! I was doing everything right! thanks for this helpful video! Helps reassure what I am already doing!

[@simple_naildesigns]

I find reels so intimidating and have yet to make one. This is encouraging me to learn!

[@don5861]

I’m guilty of all of these. Especially not sticking to one thing. My reels are just all over the place. Thank you for this.

[@kusinerongkapitbahay]

When I heard this: "don't overthink. Videos don't have to go viral. They don't have to hit. Just show up. record the audio. Then think of how to apply to niche." Makes me hit the subscribe :)

[@joshfrench1576]

Thank you for your information!

[@FlowMo]

Damn, the logo one i didn't know, it all makes sense now, thank you!

[@Jesse_Lane]

Great video!

[@williamsodudigbo7348]

About to start posting reels on my business page and these are going to be life savers thank you 🙏🏽😁

[@chumdm3]

great advice and funny!

[@svetlanageorgieva123]

Helpfully, thank you :)