Talk Insta to Me

Today, we’re sitting down for a real heart-to-heart  Because while I love bringing you the strategy, the updates, and everything else Instagram… I’m also here to keep things honest with you 🫶🏼 Like “as if I was talking to my bestie” honest. ☕️ So grab a cup of tea, forgive my direct Dutchness, and let’s talk about something that might be holding back your growth. Get your FREE bio audit https:/...

Instagram has been busy again… 😁 In this episode, I’m breaking down 5 Instagram updates you need to know about: • One that’s basically useless (but still kinda fun) • One that Instagram’s pretending is new (it’s not) • One update we’ve been asking for forever • One that could seriously impact your reach (especially if you're using Trial Reels) • And two that haven’t even been officially anno...

Trial Reels have been one of the most powerful growth tools on Instagram for the past 6 months, but lately, there's been confusion, rumours, and even Instagram messages saying, “You’ve reached your limit.” 😳 So... what’s really going on? 😵‍💫 In this episode of Talk Insta to Me , I break down the truth about Trial Reels in 2025:  • Are they still worth posting?  • What’s the actual deal wit...

At the end of this week, my DMs were filling up with worried followers sending me screenshots of a post that said: “Instagram will now show verified profiles at the top of search results.” 🤯 Naturally, this sparked panic, because if you take that at face value, it almost sounds like if you don’t pay for Meta Verified, you’ll never show up in search again 😳 In today’s episode, I’m breaking this d...

At the end of the day, we all want one thing: people to actually watch our content. And Instagram just rolled out a brand-new feature designed to help people do more of that 👀 In this episode, I’ll show you what this feature is, how it works, and why it matters for your growth. And then, we’ll dive into a little mini-masterclass on a strategy that can turn casual viewers into loyal binge-watchers...

Have you heard the news?! 😳 Instagram decided to roll out not one, not two, but THREE new features. 🤯 In this episode, I break them down for you: Everything you need to know about Reposts, and why this new metric is a big signal for growth The truth the Friends Feed and Friend Map (and a golden tip you don't want to miss) And something verrrry exciting that is launching soon! 👀 If you’ve s...

You’ve probably heard the debate:  “ Don’t share your Reels to Stories, it kills your views. ” Or maybe:  “ You should share your Reels to Stories, it boosts your reach. ” So… which one is it? 😅 In this episode, I’m ending this debate once and for all. You’ll learn: ✨ Why sharing Reels to Stories can boost your views ⚠️ The one mistake that will tank your Story engagement 💡 What to do before yo...

Yes, we all know hashtags don’t give you direct reach anymore. But that doesn’t mean they don’t matter. In this episode, I’m breaking down: 🔍 What hashtags are actually for in 2025 🚫 Why copying and pasting the same list of hashtags every time is hurting your reach (and yes, Instagram can flag it as bot behavior) 🧠 The difference between niche hashtags and content-specific hashtags 📉 Why your...

You’ve heard me say it a hundred times: keywords are non-negotiable for Instagram SEO.  But there’s one thing I keep seeing people do that they think is helping… but it’s actually sabotaging their reach 😳 In this episode, we’re talking about a sneaky tactic that originated in the early Google days and is now creeping its way onto Instagram. If you’re doing this (even by accident), the algorithm w...

By now you’ve heard me say it a hundred times: keywords are non-negotiable if you want to get found on Instagram. But… they’re not the only thing that matters when it comes to showing up on Google... In this episode, I’m sharing three overlooked (and surprisingly simple) tips to help your content become Google-worthy. We’ll kick things off with a few Q&As from my Instagram audience on this exa...

We’ve entered a new Instagram era. A new era of getting discovered. A new era of people finding you. Following you. Buying from you. Because Instagram just made a huge change, and it’s going to change everything for you. This time, you don’t have to work harder. You don’t have to post more Reels. You don’t have to show up every single day. You just have to work smarter, literally. With over 95 mil...

You see them watch your Stories.  You know they follow you.  So why aren’t they liking your posts? If you’ve ever felt disappointed by the lack of support from people close to you, this episode is for you. I’m breaking down the truth about what you should expect from friends and family on social media, and what it really means when they don’t show up for your content. So if this is something that&...

This week, Adam Mosseri’s AMA delivered some juicy truths, and I’m here to break them down for you 🤗 We’re diving into:  • Whether you should actually bother using Notes  • The truth about shadowbanning  • Why trending audio isn’t the growth hack it once was  • The state of Instagram search, and why it’s more important than ever for visibility  • If resetting your recommendations or changing your...

Struggling to stay consistent on Instagram? 😰 This episode is for you. I’m breaking down: Why consistency matters so much (for both the algorithm and your audience) What “being consistent” actually looks like (spoiler: it’s not posting every day) And h to stay consistent even when life gets busy Whether you're prepping for a summer break or just feeling overwhelmed, this is your reminder tha...

Thinking about taking time off Instagram for summer?  Wondering if the algorithm will punish you for going quiet? In this episode, I answer one of the most common questions I get asked around when holidays are approaching, and I share what really happens when you stop posting.  You’ll learn why consistency matters (for both you and the algorithm), how to step away without losing traction, and what...

Everyone on Instagram has opinions, but not all of them are true. In fact, most of them aren't.  In this episode, I’m breaking down 9 Instagram growth myths I keep seeing on my feed, and telling you what’s actually true in 2025. We’re talking:  → Why your talking Reels aren’t flopping (but also won’t go viral)  → Whether link stickers hurt your Story views (spoiler: yes)  → What the blue chec...

Feel like Instagram is noisier than ever?  Views are down, engagement’s meh, and everyone’s wondering what’s really going on.  In this episode, I’m breaking down why  reach has dropped (hint: it’s not just you), and more importantly, what to do about it. You’ll learn:  → The truth about Instagram’s content overload (aka supply and demand)  → 7 clear strategies to help you stand out from the crowd...

What no one tells you about success, is that once you start building momentum, you’ll be copied. At first, it’s smaller accounts. But eventually, it’s the big names, the ones who once felt miles ahead, echoing your work without credit. In this episode, I gets real about what it means to be the one they watch . From content theft to quiet imitation, I share what it’s like to be first… and then see...

If your growth on Instagram has slowed, or never really started, this episode might be the clarity you’ve been missing. We’re taking 10 steps back and are going to talk about the absolute foundation of ALL Instagram growth: your niche. Because if you get this wrong, all else doesn't  even matter. In this episode, I’m breaking down: Why a vague, broad, or constantly shifting niche makes the al...

Do you really need trending audio to go viral? Are photos dead? And what’s the ideal number of Stories to post each day? In this episode, I’m breaking down what’s actually going on with Instagram right now. We’ll cover: The truth about trending audio  The ideal number of Stories t What’s really happening with Notes (and if they still matter) Whether posting Reels daily hurts your engagement The re...

There’s advice. There’s outdated advice. And then there’s stuff people just make up 😅 In this episode, I’m breaking down 5 Instagram myths I still see everywhere that could be secretly hurting your growth, or at the very least, wasting your time. If you’ve ever wondered whether those little growth hacks and “must-dos” actually matter… this one’s for you. And spoiler: you might be working harder t...

What if I told you that some of the things you think you’re doing right are actually the very things slowing your growth down?  In this episode, I’m sharing four reasons your growth might not be where you want it to be, and how these things are currently holding you back. This isn’t about doing more.  It’s about doing what actually works 💪🏼 Get your FREE bio audit https://www.evelongfield.com/fr...

Instagram isn’t just a social platform anymore: it’s a search engine. And in this episode, I’m breaking down why that matters more than ever. You’ll learn why Instagram is investing big into search (straight from Adam Mosseri himself), what that means for your content, and how you can start thinking like a strategist when it comes to your visibility 👀 We’ll also talk about what Instagram SEO actu...

You’ve probably heard this Instagram growth advice before. Some big coaches preach it. Some creators swear by it. And it’s one of the most common “strategies” I see recommended online. But here’s the truth: it’s also one of the worst things you can do if you want to grow with confidence, clarity, and real results 🤯 In this episode, I’m breaking down why this advice is keeping you stuck, invisible...

Your Instagram is your space. You don’t need permission to protect your peace. You don’t owe anyone your energy, your replies, or your platform. In this episode, I’m getting real about boundaries, the block button, and why using it isn’t “dramatic” - it’s actually powerful. I’ll share what recently happened when a follower crossed the line in my DMs, why I blocked her without hesitation, and why y...