4 Reasons on why to start creating Instagram Reels.
Instagram Reels is the new feature of Instagram. Despite the new-ness of the function, it does not look completely new. It looks a lot like the feature on TikTok. However, there are two completely different cultures on both platforms: TikTok is being used by Generation Z, whereas Instagram Reels is more popular among Millennials and Generation X.
So you haven’t tried creating new content using this feature? That’s a pity! There are many opportunities for this feature. In this article I’ll provide you 4 reasons on why to start creating Instagram Reels.
It’s evergreen content
Well… Sort of evergreen. The lifespan of a Reel is longer than the lifespan of a post. Weeks after posting your reel, your reel can still get views, which causes an increase in visibility.
Video content is rising
More and more people like to see moving images, instead of just pictures. This is because video keeps the attention for longer. Next to this, you can share your content more dynamically with video. In a post you can only highlight 1 topic, whereas in video you can highlight more than 3 topics.
BONUS TIP: Ensure your reels are short, but powerful. Don’t go too much in-depth, as this is not suitable for Reels. Would you like to explain concepts in-depth? Use IGTV or YouTube!
Variation in content
By combining reels with posts, there is more variation in your content. As mentioned above, video content is rising. By switching up your regular posts with reels, you ensure to make different types of content available for your following.
More visibility
Because Reels are visible in the specific Reels tab, people who aren’t following you (yet) see your reels as well. This causes more visibility opportunities among your target audience! Furthermore, your reels are also visible in the Explore Tab, when using hashtags, and your reel can be shared in stories!
