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Delve into the world of Instagram as insights from a Q&A with the platform's head reveal the intricacies of shadow banning. Learn how experimenting with content can enhance engagement amidst declining reach. Discover why video is king for interaction, the impact of editing captions, and how subtitles can dramatically boost views. The discussion also distinguishes between Threads and Instagram's unique purposes, while highlighting the paramount role of shares in measuring success over traditional likes.

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The guest is the Head of Instagram, who offers invaluable insights into social media strategy. He discusses the evolving role of hashtags in enhancing content visibility, advocating for innovation over tradition. The conversation dives into effective engagement tactics based on user feedback, emphasizing the need for creators to experiment with their content. An intriguing segment explores using AI to craft unique bedtime stories for children, blending technology with storytelling, all while ensuring parental ease and educational value.

Show Notes:Meta Verified for Business Adds More Tiers (Meta)Threads Testing Cross-Posting from Instagram (Threads)Threads Adds Total View Count (Threads)Lia Haberman Interview (Full):Lia Haberman is a social media advisor and educator. She consults for brands such as Google, Robert Half and AT&T; runs social workshops for groups such as Macy's Style Crew and the Costume Designers Guild; and teaches social media marketing and influencer marketing at UCLA Extension. She’s been featured on NPR’s Planet Money and quoted in outlets such as in The Washington Post, Business Insider and Ad Age. And every week, she writes a newsletter for 25K+ marketers and creators called ICYMI (In Case You Missed It) to keep everyone up to speed. Follow Lia Haberman:ICYMI Newsletter (⁠Substack⁠)⁠Twitter⁠⁠Threads⁠⁠Instagram⁠ 

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