James Social Media Tips

1. Create Instagram posts on the desktop instead of mobile. Thanks to the great number of tools out there, social media management has become much easier than it was a few years ago. While Instagram still doesn’t allow publishing through its web application, there are many tools that allow you to create your Instagram posts on the desktop first. Creating Instagram posts on the desktop can be a massive time saver. Here’s why: Creating your graphics or editing your photos on your desktop can be much faster than doing so on your mobile. Most Instagram scheduling tools save you from the hassle of transferring your graphics and photos from your desktop to your mobile. With Buffer for Instagram, you can upload your image and schedule a post on your desktop. Then we’ll either automatically post it for you or send you a notification at your chosen time. If you’re preparing your Instagram posts on the desktop, here are some useful images sizes to ensure your content always looks great: - Sq...

1. Convert your account to a business profile. Aside from direct publishing, business profiles on Instagram can access some useful advanced features. For instance, Instagram Insights will show you when your followers are online, what city they’re in, and their age and gender. You’ll also get a contact button in your profile, the ability to promote posts, and the ability to add links to your Instagram Stories. Converting your Instagram profile to a business profile is pretty easy: - Tap the ellipsis button on your Instagram profile. - Tap Switch to Business Profile. - Select your business’ Facebook Page (ensure you’re an admin on your Facebook Page, otherwise it won’t appear on the list). - Ensure your Instagram account is set to public. - Ensure all your contact information (address, email, phone number) is accurate. 2. Buffer for Instagram. Buffer  is a wonderful time-saver when it comes to managing your social media accounts. It lets you publish and schedule upco...