So much to talk about

So much to talk about. New features on Instagram, LinkedIn Pages and an actual IN PERSON event. Let’s dive straight in.

DO YOU LIKE TO SEE LIKES?

Instagram has been trialling hidden Likes for some time in other countries. Now some users in the UK have this new feature of hiding their Like count. I don’t have the option yet. It’s one of those random Instagram things that will happen without you knowing.

To hide your Like count, simply do the following:

1️⃣ Open one of your posts

2️⃣ Tap the three dots in the upper right corner

3️⃣ Tap ‘Hide Like Count’

Simples. You’ll still be able to see who has liked your post if you chose to, but no one else will have that option.

Will you hide yours? I’m undecided. The argument is that it takes the pressure off posting and being seen to be popular. Which is not a bad thing as Likes do tend to distract us somewhat. I say it’s reach and engagement that actually make the difference. What do you think?

With thanks to @georgieloustudio on Instagram for sending me these screenshots. Check out her lovely jewellery 💍

I CAN’T POST MULTIPLE IMAGES ON INSTAGRAM 😱

A few of you have alerted me to the fact that the toggle for loading a carousel of images on Insta has disappeared. Mine disappeared, but now it’s come back. If yours has gone and still not returned, worry not. You can still do it. Just press down on one of the images you would like to select and the option to add more will appear. It’s all in this article here. Scroll down to the relevant bit 👇👇👇

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LINKEDIN COMPANY PAGES

I finally set mine up. Not a big deal, but just something I should have done ages ago. I have been advising small business owners to prioritise their personal profile, and that’s something I stand by.

However, if you’re using LinkedIn regularly and it’s your primary platform for generating leads, you might want to consider a Company Page to boost your credibility and to act as a shop window. Larger companies with employees generally benefit the most from a Company Page, with employees sharing their content to it, but for smaller businesses in the B2B sector, it is another layer of marketing worth considering. Get in touch if you’d like to discuss further.

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USEFUL HASHTAGS FOR JUNE

My new thing. To plan ahead, like I tell all of you to do, by looking up relevant awareness days in advance. Here’s a list for what’s coming up in June. This simple task can really help you focus and give you a few new and fresh ideas of what to talk about on any platform. It also shows you have your finger on the pulse and are part of the conversation. Have a go. #NationalSunglassesDay on 27th June is a no brainer.

Tuesday 1st June – Milk Day

Friday 4th June – Hug Your Cat Day

Saturday 5th June – Environment Day

Sunday 6th June – Cancer Survivors Day

Monday 7th June – Chocolate Ice Cream Day

Tuesday 8th June – Best Friends Day

Thursday 10th June – Iced Tea Day

Saturday 12th June – Superman Day

Monday 14th – Bath Day

Tuesday 15th – Lobster Day

Wednesday 16th – Tapas Day

Thursday 17th – Eat Your Veggies Day

Friday 18th – Sushi Day

Saturday 19th – Martini Day

Sunday 20th – Father’s Day

Tuesday 22nd – Chocolate Éclair Day

Wednesday 23rd – Women In Engineering Day

Friday 25th – Beatles Day

Saturday 26th – Chocolate Pudding Day

Sunday 27th – National Sunglasses Day

Wednesday 30th – Social Media Day

REELS JUST GOT PERSONAL

Reels Masterclass, In Person!!

15th June 2021, 10.30-12.30

These Reels just keep on coming. If you haven’t had a chance to learn all about them, and more importantly, start using them, then book your place now! This time I’ll be back in my workshop studio in Avington, 5 miles from Winchester. The Masterclass will be longer than my previous ones because we’ll be live and interactive. By which I mean there will be a chance to ask questions, have a go and actually record a Reel.

For those new to it all, Reels are where it’s at on Instagram. It’s a new(ish) feature of short videos set to music. They are being favoured by the algorithm because Instagram wants them to be a massive success. So a quick Reel will get a much bigger hit than a Story or post. Come and learn how with me and a group of fellow creatives.

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CANVA WORKSHOP

I’m largely self taught on Canva, but am keen to learn a few more tricks of the trade. Canva is the go to tool for non professional graphic designers (like me) who nonetheless need some colourful graphics to help promote their business or events. For those of you looking to learn how to use it, as it’s not the most intuitive of platforms, The Really Helpful Club is running an online workshop on 14th June, 10.30am-12.00pm. I recommend!

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AND FINALLY

Last week I attended my first in person event since March 2020, and what an amazing two days it was. For all sorts of reasons. For the brilliant experts who were delivering their advice to the interesting and diverse delegates who were there to learn. This was the first of what we hope will be many Ultimate Reskilling Courses aimed at people returning to the workplace after a career break or setting up a business. You can read more about it on my Instagram or LinkedIn. Or get in touch if you would like to know more.