Think you can outsmart social media with a quick hack? Spoiler alert: shortcuts don’t lead to success—they lead to dead ends.

In this episode of Beyond Social, Reggie Azevedo and Vitaly Veksler take a sledgehammer to the myth of social media ‘hacks.’ Buying followers? Algorithm tricks? Forget it. These so-called ‘hacks’ don’t just backfire—they can wreck your credibility. Instead, they dig deep into why the real magic formula is trust, consistency, and delivering value to your audience.

Want more likes and followers? Building genuine influence doesn’t come from cutting corners—it comes from mastering the art of authentic connection. Reggie and Vitaly break down the dangers of shady tools and shortcuts that promise the world but leave you with nothing.

Ready to play the long game and grow something real?

Tune in and learn how to ditch the quick fixes for the only strategy that truly works: intentional, authentic growth. Because in the world of social, there are no hacks—only the hard-earned success of those who stay true.

00:00 - Intro

1:00 - The “Hack” Thought Process

4:10 - Growing a Following

11:10 - Reasonable Approaches

16:15 - What to Look for in a Tool

21:30 - Tips for SMMS

24:00 - Outro

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Beyond Hacks: Building Real Influence on Social Media