Use the Trailer Strategy for Short-Form Clips

Sharran recommends turning long-form content into short 'trailers' that tease high-impact lines to drive viewers to long-form.

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Instagram is constantly evolving, but are you keeping up with the changes? In this episode, Sharran dives into the 10 secrets to Instagram growth, compiled from the latest insider tips directly from Instagram’s CEO, Adam Mosseri.

From leveraging viral spikes to decoding the winners in your niche, Sharran lays out actionable steps for influencers to boost their reach. Learn how to "stack the spike" to amplify momentum, use batch filming for consistency, and optimize your captions for maximum engagement. Top creators prove these methods work, and they’re all designed to help you grow smarter, not harder.

Whether you’re building your personal brand or scaling your business, this episode is your roadmap to Instagram success in 2025. If you want to supercharge your Instagram growth in 2025, tune in to learn the 10 secrets that top creators are using to skyrocket their success!

“Every time you make a post, you have to ask yourself, 'Why would someone want to share this?' And if you can't answer that, you've got to study what you share.”

- Sharran Srivatsaa

Timestamps:

01:21 - Adapting to Instagram’s changing landscape

02:54 - Secret #1: Amplify viral momentum by stacking the spike

03:50 - Secret #2: Model what’s working in your niche

05:38 - Secret #3: Batch your content for scalability

06:48 - Secret #4: Maximize carousel engagement with second swipe hooks

08:19 - Secret #5: Hook viewers in the first three seconds

10:43 - Secret #6: Use trending soundtracks for better retention

13:31 - Secret #7: Write captions that drive visibility

15:31 - Secret #8: Craft compelling short-form content with trailer strategy

18:23 - Secret #9: Engage with every comment to strengthen connections