Episode 344

full
Published on:

24th Sep 2024

Maximizing Instagram Reach

In this episode, we're sharing a behind-the-scenes listen into our private community of Loan Officers. Every week we meet up for coaching, accountability, and developing our skills and mindset.

Once per month, we bring in a special guest expert. This month our special guest is Instagram marketing expert Jen Herman, recognized as one of the top Instagram experts worldwide.

Jen shares her insights on the importance of Reels, the latest changes to Instagram metrics, and how to leverage hashtags for both Instagram and Google search engine optimization (SEO).

Learn why posting frequency, quality content, and specific hashtags can make all the difference in reaching your audience.

Key Takeaways:

Reels for Reach & Engagement:

  • Short Reels (<30 seconds) are key for reaching new audiences, while longer ones engage current followers. Always include a headline or text in the first second to capture attention.

New Instagram Metrics:

  • Instagram now prioritizes views, but reach (unique viewers) is still the most reliable metric for growth and content analysis.

Hashtags & SEO:

  • Use 20-30 relevant hashtags in captions to boost Instagram and Google rankings. Focus on specific, niche tags over broad ones like #realestate.

Quality Posting Strategy:

  • Post three to five times a week, mixing Reels, feed posts, and carousels. Quality matters more than quantity, so ensure content resonates with your audience.

Boosting Google SEO:

  • Enable settings to make Instagram posts searchable on Google, and use keyword-rich captions to improve discoverability on both platforms.

Episode Resources:

Follow Jenn Herman on Instagram

Learn More About Our Private Community & Coaching

Double Your Agent Referrals in 90 Days

Enjoying the Podcast?

Leave Us a Review

Show artwork for Mortgage Marketing Radio

About the Podcast

Mortgage Marketing Radio
Podcast by Mortgage Marketing Institute
The #1 podcast for Mortgage Loan Originators looking to grow their business, save time, and make more money. Host Geoff Zimpfer interviews top-producing Mortgage Originators, social media influencers, and industry executives to bring you real-world advice, proven strategies, and insider insights. Tune in for expert tips on lead generation, building agent partnerships, mastering social media, and leveraging the latest marketing tools to dominate your market.

About your host

Profile picture for Geoff Zimpfer

Geoff Zimpfer

Geoff Zimpfer is a former national sales trainer with Tony Robbins and has been in the real estate industry since 2003. As a mortgage originator he consistently ranked among the top 5% in production nationwide. After ten years in production Geoff accepted a position as a National Sales Trainer with a top ten direct lender. He’s the host of the highly rated podcast Mortgage Marketing Radio, celebrating its fifth year and surpassing 500,000 downloads. He’s the author of two books; Instant Referrals for Mortgage Professionals and his most recent book is Disrupt or Die: How to Survive and Thrive the Digital Real Estate Shift.