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

[@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 🎉🎉🎉

[@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.

[@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!!!

[@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 :)

[@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!!!

[@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!

[@starrfamilyminis8670]

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

[@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

[@elizabethbennet1234]

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

[@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 !

[@Expand2Market]

Reels are the best!! They changed everything in my business, ofc for the better 😅. But creating reels is not that easy as it looks. They have their own secrets to perform better 😏

[@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.

[@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! 😊

[@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.

[@RestoringMindBodyandSoul]

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

[@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 🙌

[@irmaaguirre9372]

@@MillieAdrian can I get more information on your master class?

[@dhanderbachele7941]

@@MillieAdrian ffffff

[@emilymortensen1606]

You mention placing your center in the proper place so it doesnt get cut off due to sizing. How do you ensure proper placement?

[@amiliana.j]

Thank you! This was very informative! mistake 7 8:53

[@Linsely87]

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

[@cakeydacake]

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

[@ZeeZee0023]

I JUST started making reels (they’re oddly fun and addicting to make lol) and this was super helpful!! 😁

[@MillieAdrian]

Right!?!? It's like once you find that flow, it becomes pretty fun and addicting 😍

[@visibilityfran3885]

I know right!!!

[@ariannaechanique1939]

I find making reels addicting as well! It’s really satisfying trying to match the video to the beat

[@SamVanderWielen]

Same here! I've just gotten progressively sillier with every Reel I release. 😆😆

[@neel6978]

@@MillieAdrian i have 19 followers. 12 posts and 4200 views....it is embarresing🤕 I started one month ago...

[@kiterafrey]

2024 vision: When in TikTok you can now save without a watermark. On the side panel (right) while done recording but in editing in app you can now save with a little save icon. It will not save with a watermark and if reuploaded after it will not link any filters or templates used to the video. It will also ensure you can make a "sound" without a watermark. You can also film your reply, download, and then when replying with a video still upload. It is newer, so thus the 2024 vision

[@conscious___creators]

Great tips and advice Millie! * Little tip to all, on your point about saving your reels in case you lose them, great! Make sure however you save them without any added audios tracks, not only will it not save to your phone with music but it won’t save with your own voice if you’re speaking in the clip which I personally didn’t know! So save before adding music/sounds! 😇🙌🏼✨

[@MillieAdrian]

Love this tip!! Thank you for sharing Daniel 🥰

[@conscious___creators]

@@MillieAdrian 💙 Was just watching your video on apps and tools for organisation. If I’m a solo business/creator.. do you recommend using multiple apps? There seems to be a bunch of crossover… Trello, Airtable and Sunsama seemed best for me. Do any of those do all the same functions or would you use all 3? Thanks Millie 🙌🏼✨

[@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 :/

[@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!

[@alicealdaa]

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

[@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

[@simple_naildesigns]

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

[@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!

[@jessysanchez9414]

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

[@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.

[@NugraheniAnna]

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

[@AllenMaddox]

I haven't really used reels up to now. Mostly because I don't understand their purpose and what I should be posting. This helped with that. Now I'm looking at many short videos I have that should be on Reels.

[@StunnafulPhotography]

A lot of people probably don't know but when you add a video on IG Reel (even TikTok) the video crops in a bit when watching Reels on your phone. When you watch IG Reels on your computer the video is the actual sizes of the video when you use an outside video editing app. So strange, but I'd noticed this a few weeks ago.

[@aohamer]

That's my most common mistake: misplacing the text. I love the lil IG logo saying "I'll never tell" 🤣 Literally laughed out loud because it feels IG is being a lil troll when they delete drafts 😏 Fooled me once, never again 🙌🏾 Thanks for the tips!

[@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 🧡

[@quoleo]

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

[@shanellsplace]

I posted a TikTok video with the logo and it got more views and likes in 30 minutes than any of my other videos. I will keep reposting until I see a drop in views and engagement. I also switched another account from personal to business and engagement and views are almost non existent 🤦🏽‍♀️ but I know this is not what this video is about. Thanks for all of the information. ❤️

[@3NFamilyFun]

mistake- removing logos... does that include the "in shot" logo when using the free version of in shot?

[@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.

[@CoachMichelle9]

you always give me clarity, thank you

[@AlexandraRoseCooper]

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

[@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 😎

[@Cecyliababy]

Dear Millie Thank you so much for this video. I have a question please, how do you make your reels such that when they appear on the posts feed, its not cropped, i.e. the thumbnail from your profile picture and your profile name is superimposed on the top aspect for the reel/video I hope this makes sense Thanks once again

[@tkongny]

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

[@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! 🙌🏽

[@LilsLife]

Not saving our reels before uploading and downloading the reel from inshot in 4k instead of 1080p!!! genius, thank you for sharing with us!

[@PawelSiemieniuk]

Love your videos! They are super well produced 👏

[@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! 😊

[@ghostdragon499]

This is gold! I just started using snap tik to remove tiktok logo. Can I repost my older reels without the tiktok logo just to reels to help reach more people?

[@Jesse_Lane]

Great video!

[@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 😅😅

[@StyledbyRai]

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

[@thestyleroom7955]

Mistake no. 8 :S Forgot that CTA!

[@ChoneseFood]

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

[@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 😭🧡

[@KatyKidder]

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

[@krystynasudo856]

Miłków, do you recommend adding reels only in reels TAB or as well in feed ? I think that reels I post on feed get better reach. What are your thoughts on that ?

[@ride_run_wild]

It's easy - as far as I know Reels not posted to your feed won't show up in the stream of your followers. So you miss the engagement of your followers. So I would recommend posting them to the feed and remove them later if you don't want them in your feed.

[@conbucket]

I just spend the better part of my Saturday morning watching your videos - So thankful!! I am currently only adding 3-5 followers a week booo. Let's see how all this beautiful information will help take me to the next level

[@honeybunny958]

Practical and easy to understand. Thanks for the tips!

[@jennycboo]

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

[@Sharon-oo9ov]

Absolutely love your videos! I learn so much from you..I have a small question please 🙏🏼 Does sharing my reels on my story harms the views?

[@ryanchen5022]

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

[@MrCt40]

I love how you explain this so clearly - in order to implement ‘ pop up text’ can that only be done using editing app like cap cut ?

[@MrCt40]

Sorry - I realised you answer this later in this vid .. 🫢. Ignore my question x

[@SamVanderWielen]

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

[@Jento]

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

[@alexcalh1395]

Thank you Millie! Just starting in this business ! ❤

[@PowerboatTraining]

Welcome back Millie. 👍

[@paulfernandes8962]

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

[@frescobrando]

Ooo, using these tips right away💪🏼

[@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 😭🧡

[@a.cornelia]

So happy I've found you! My mistake? Not making videos. Ever. And avoiding TikTok like a horrible plague because I did not want to make videos. At all. Well, IG is a video app now so here we go lol 😆

[@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!

[@Peter-sx6we]

What's the best length for reels now? I heard it's 7 seconds What's the best way to position the text and the video? For example, video in the top half of the window and text in the bottom half. Some say to put the text in the top half. Does it matter?

[@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!

[@danettec8967]

I just found you today. Thank you for the 8 mistakes. I’m not confident with the CTA yet. Please explain again! 😩

[@RalucaParaschivu]

Thanks for sharing Millie! I do have a question about topic. Isn't the topic pushed by hashtags to the right people? I usually focus on hiking and nature/trips, but I also have other things that I like to share, like books I read for examples. I feel like people can't get to know me if I can't share more of my world on reels as well. Is it too inconsistent to have a few areas of interest instead of just one? PS: my account is not a brand page, but a personal vlog of sorts.

[@williamsodudigbo7348]

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

[@zaninart5351]

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

[@camillegriggs7782]

Thank you for sharing, great tips!!

[@miamisbitesandadventures3884]

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

[@SJ-vn8zc]

I'm a newbie and have been making almost all these mistakes hahaha. Thanks for the tips!

[@DOLLSILOVE]

KZbin randomly recommended your video and I love the way you describe everything, thank you so much for this helpful video and have a nice day 💓

[@hansvats6463]

Mistake no 7,. I do know that I over think a lot and I mostly think about my content to go viral even when I know I am not regularly procuing content or even producing content in a niche

[@ashley_z]

Saving videos!! So important!

[@MillieAdrian]

YES YES YEEESSS! I save them like five times just to make sure they're actually saved 😂

[@michellemakeuptutorials]

just posted my 1st reel yesterday and I didn't do a call to action; didn't even occur to me! don't know how to add a "follow me for more" to it yet as the call to action, so that is what I am about to figure out and will add that to all my reels! thank you for your tips! subscribed and excited to learn so much from you:) tfs

[@mariaiqbalart]

we are all guilty of it. Thats y i like to read the comments section

[@SollizCreationz]

Thank you for this. I almost gave up on my art page because it seemed like no one is interested in watching something i had been doing for hours and hours 🥺

[@pinkNboujeechica]

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

[@VivianFabiolaV]

Hey Millie, what monitor do you use?

[@anna_moruzzo]

Super video! 🤩 Do you suggest to directly record the videos (from the camera roll) in 1080, or rather change the resolution from 4K to 1080 on InShot? Also, it’s better 30 fps or 15,60 etc Thank youuu

[@srodz17]

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

[@RoxanneBest]

I do so many of these mistakes! Bad bad bad CTA strategy and posting about too many different topics. Any tips? I teach yoga, sup yoga, I teach small business development workshops and healthy lifestyle…the and’s go on! Lol I always say in my intro….I’m a recovering “do all the things addict.” Oh! And I’m a life coach!!!! Did you see that squirrel? Help! Your videos help so much! Thank you.

[@FabrizioQuotes]

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 ✌💯🔝

[@guitar9310]

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

[@LightersWorld]

The logo one noted and i like most videos so later get confuse while scrolling where the needed audio is i just miss to save them but will do henceforth . Thanks for reminder ❤️ #SaveSoil

[@mrnelsonbizconsultant]

Me did all the mistakes, until NOW. Thanks for the TIPS😊😉

[@luwangartworld6660]

My reel reach have been dropping since I used vita editing software....... And only today I figured out it's cuz of the logo 👀🙂💔... .... But thank you so much for this amazing tutorial.... Literally nobody teaches about social media like u

[@DanielInce]

Several mistakes! Appreciate the breakdown on this REELS tutorial!

[@bizzimusic]

This was really helpful. You mentioned in no.7 about just posting a Reel. Does it matter if it is under 15 seconds? I always thought Reels had to be a minimum of 15 secs?!!

[@DesiCat789]

Not really...it can be shorter. There are some trending sounds that go only for a few seconds like 6-8 seconds - it might even be better since people might watch it more if it's shorter

[@bizzimusic]

@@DesiCat789 thanks, this is useful to know!