THIS is why you’re not growing on Instagram

[@cloewrites]

I feel like Instagram is dead at the moment, my reach is so low it makes me so demotivated

[@yvonneschwartz3929]

It is not you! I have friends that were super popular on instagram and knew how to grow it but suddenly got worse and worse as instagram doesn't want accounts to grow unless you paid them. They will keep blaming people not the platform. Just think about who owns instagram? Same person owns Facebook. Both platforms need you as a public more than you need them.

[@iam.mehaaa]

Same heree

[@HealthyFitFabMoms]

I totally relate! Super frustrating. That’s why I just started my KZbin channel 🤪

[@karalynirving3170]

I feel the same way! All my small biz friends are growing so much, and I just feel like I’m doing everything wrong. 🥲 persist my friend! Our time will come!!

[@handznet]

Same. And i am seeing tons of previously unsuccessful accounts suddenly getting 10x their stats

[@federicacalandra9244]

This video just popped up on my feed (and I really needed this suggestion!) But I can’t help but notice that you feel so much more natural and authentic in this video of 2 years ago, with respect to now. Now you create very nice videos and all, but here I see the true you so much better. And I prefer this version here 😊 all the fancy stuff in the new videos don’t really add to the value! And this is a good lesson for me as well! ❤

[@marcustheknight]

This is truly iconic. I’ve been feeling like my social media’s been stuck for a very long time, especially now that I am a young adult slowly shifting from undergrad into postgrad life and living in my 20s. But, I think that using these tips will definitely help my personal brand in the future, as well as my content pillars and target audience!

[@nika_newcity_socialmedia]

I think you got this! Let me know later if it is working☺️

[@AlyssaChanel]

ooooh the point you made about unintentionally attracting the wrong audience is powerful. never thought about it like that!

[@KrysStyle]

I believe the 30 minute prior and 30 minute before commenting engaging etc. that works for me. that is in a sense, I will click the hashtags I used and randomly like and comment on people post. I noticed some will come to my page and comment and like my latest post too. I want to keep that one, the others I will stop doing lol. this is great advice

[@MarketingHarry]

The last mistake is huge. Comparison is usually unproductive! The other I find crucial is create content for people, not for the algo or for yourself. Great video, Katie 🙂

[@rabtechtutorialvideo]

Great channel keep up bro

[@MarketingHarry]

@@rabtechtutorialvideo thanks 🙌

[@rashell6673]

So glad I ran into your KZbin! You’re amazing! Got to check out your IG & podcast!

[@avibrantmind]

THANK YOU. I realized the BTS was an issue as really it was other people in my industry that were like "wow love that edit..." It is a bit maddening knowing that it "performs" better, but really it isn't talking to the audience that will hire me. I am starting a fresh brand across channels to help me focus on client content... I love my personal friends and followers... but they are not going to hire me for product photography lol Always appreciate how much you share and the thoughtful insights you hand out. Thank you!

[@erinlou8403]

Great video! I love that you are thinking outside of the box and working out of your van! 💖🤩

[@foodishways]

Wow. Love what you said about how posting tips and tricks could attract the wrong people. I never thought of it that way.

[@kstrandz2803]

You are right! That closing the app thing isn't working and uninteresting slides will get skipped! On point Katie!

[@danielleking8520]

FIRST! Love your videos Katie! I missed you! 🥰🥰🥰 Can you give us a video on how to come up with an ig stories strategy? I feel like I NEVER know what to post! I mean, I have an idea but I don't want to bore my followers posting me doing the same thing everyday. How do I make it interesting and entertaining?

[@katie]

ooh girl it's like you read my mind! i've got a video exactly about that coming next week so stay tuned!

[@notdianamusic]

Thanks Katie, another great video. Would love your perspective on this in relation to musicians and artists….. especially those who don’t want to model really ‘out there’ looks…. Thanks again 💜

[@LeatSabbah]

Likewise! Thanks for your awesome videos

[@lisattg5105]

so good!!! Can you do a video update on van life??? Love seeing you grow and able to travel!!

[@photographybydash]

Good afternoon! I always like that your videos are straight to the point and no bs lol

[@karenmclean3143]

Cracking vid as always Katie, thanks so much. X

[@stephaniefernandez2383]

Tip #2 though!!!!!! Makes so much sense and that's exactly what I was doing. I've already changed my strategy.

[@dammyowode]

Thank you Katie for these tips. Tip number 2 was my favourite ☺️

[@Jxcest]

Thank you for these tips! As a junior Social Media Manager I find this video really inspiring 🌻💛

[@miriam_deforth]

YOU ARE AMAZING. Thank you. Period.

[@katie]

thank you Miriam!!

[@aynapaisley]

Mistake number 2 is my biggest sin, I admit it. I'm a full time artist and I my content revolved around me creating my art - because it was the most organic and interesting thing for me to do. But to be honest, now that I think of it..I have no idea how to appeal to people who are potential painting buyers..I also feel that maybe these people could also be interested in seeing how the paintings are created, to feel the real connection with the artist and the art? I have no idea how to address this problem 👀

[@afishere]

Oh gosh, I can't believe I have the same issue here, aside from being full time artist, I'm just doing art for fun but ends up the same way

[@katelynchanslorfineart572]

I keep sitting down to attempt painting videos and forgetting to push record.

[@DaniellaGiovanetti]

I absolutely love and appreciate your advice and tips so much!!

[@TwoCre8marketing]

So much sense spoken; thank you from Antigua

[@AnnaNatchoice]

Thanks! Your tips are always so helpful!

[@allisonchilds8470]

You have amazing tips! Thanks for sharing !

[@ashnapaposa9417]

Hey ... love you ... I'm new to this but I'm kind of doing the same things.. n watching your videos ..it bost my confidence

[@julsatmidnight]

Do you have to have a business account to see insights?

[@HerringDoodle]

I believe so!

[@themelissalaurie]

Thanks Katie! I got a lot of value from your video :)

[@raejohnson8433]

Great info thanks! I’m a voice actor/ talent I feel like the lines really blur for content to go directly to my target audience and not more voice artist so I can relate.

[@emilyelizabeth9429]

What tripod do you use for holding your iPhone?

[@katie]

Manfrotto travel tripod! it's linked on my website on my "faves" page: katiesteckly.com/faves :)

[@mishkalarsoncreations]

Number two is what killed my home baking business but it’s OK I have since shut it down and moved onto my other passion witches outdoor and floral photography so thank you for all the great advice on social media because it’s helping to grow my new venture

[@laaaah4577]

Witches? You mean which is

[@shererjoyjourney9381]

Great tips! Thank you!

[@lucyh5456]

I have noticed that the all the reels I uploaded this week were only shown to the people who follow me (as far as I can tell). Has anyone else had this experience?

[@somyadas3859]

Yeh bruh, been facing the same issue even with hashtags. I just don't get the algorithm at times

[@SamanthaTwist]

I’ve never clicked a video so fast

[@MCKNZ]

This is how I feel about KZbin

[@rabtechtutorialvideo]

*Instagram algorithm is hard to crack and I don’t give a shit about it!* 😎

[@Jsteward21]

I feel like my followers watch but don’t engage. I try pills, questions in stories, cta’s in captions and it’s crickets! Just started but not sure what in the world I’m doing! 🤦‍♀️

[@foodbyjasminemichelle]

I’ve been binge watching your videos because I only have 40 followers on Instagram 😭😭😭

[@oliviaeleen3379]

I think telling your story is great on tick tock, and instagram is more about brief content and snap shots

[@nikakrapez2593]

Thank u🎉

[@yoseidman4166]

Thank you so much

[@Michele.Alejandraa]

Ugh yeah, it is that dramatic! Thats why Im here 📝

[@LenaLuciia]

I just feel like instagram itsself is dead I am not even interested in it anymore

[@_shirfarsi_2163]

👏👏👏👏👏👏

[@smoodzsme]

#3 is literally stifling me 😒

[@pardisarjmandi8889]

Instagram is just not working. I’m doing exactly what I used to do when I had a Million views and it’s just going down

[@arlynthevision9501]

Hey Katie!! Would you ever do an Instagram audit giveaway 👀👀

[@katie]

totally! I'm actually currently running an Instagram Audit giveaway on my podcast, Creator Club! if you leave a review on the podcast before the end of May you're automatically entered to win :)

[@ALee-2DAnimator]

Katie: " Then you're like -why am I not as good as the other Instagram girlies " Me: But... I'm a man ... 🤣 🤣 Love the channel 🙌🏽

[@izzatfirdaus]

🥰🥰🥰

[@caterinamoongirl]

I love your outro. “Adventures and following your dreams”

[@katie]

thank you so much!! that's my motto haha :)

[@thirtyyearcosmetologist]

A lot of scammers charging for the same social media advice.

[@olenalikesutau4611]

I'm 2297th, hi Katie and guys

[@alexrusso9501]

Me w 10k 👁👄👁💅

[@caterinamoongirl]

IT IS that dramatic lol

[@katie]

haha that's totally how I feel anyway!! 😅

[@caterinamoongirl]

@@katie same 🤣🤣🤣

[@agnieszkaewaolszewska]

I hear so many voices that ig is dying slowly?

[@yvonneschwartz3929]

What a bs! Great content does nothing if instagram doesn't show your images to anyone! They want you to pay to advertise!

[@moonkipp2665]

"You lost followers, loser." gottem lol

[@katie]

haha that's how it feels for real

[@androsRoccha]

Taking about instagram sounds like talking about a person with serious personality disorders! :/

[@slimshady94]

Your videos are a bit redundant, it seems like every video of you is Instagram growth. Would appreciate a little more diverse content

[@Beautyjuels]

I think we should drop our handles to support one another. I also just started an Instagram channel for my beauty blog