Let’s Talk Engagement on Social Media

This is an Instagram post I shared on the new engagement page @thesumareontogether that I would like to share, especially with the ladies of the world.

🌟 Let’s talk E-N-G-A-G-E-M-E-N-T. Many of us •want• to be good with engagement, but we need friendly suggestions to help keep us •consistent.•

🌟 We are moms, whether it is to children, being the “mom” of the group, being the “mom” at the job, or mom to our fur babies. As a human being, “handling up on our business” is a tough job all by itself. 💁‍♀️ You through taking care of others in there and - whew! Life is busy.

🌟 So what does that have to do with engagement? Well, it at times pushes responding and •liking• other’s posts, down to the bottom of the list. Sometimes...shh, come closer 🤫 ...we just...just...get what I call the “I don’t wannas.” 🌟

Reaching out and commenting, asking a question, or showing some love is the last thing on our mind.

🌟 Some of us just don’t understand the “how” of “engagement” with other people. That can be frustrating as you are trying to be a part of the social media world.🌟

In my eh-hem, humble opinion, 💋 think to just •keep it simple.• Engagement is just another word for •relationship.• If we want to create connections and build each other up, then just like anything else in life, it takes effort.

🌟 Keep it simple: 1) Share something nice to those you follow & who follow you DAILY. Start with making at least 20 comments for others during your day. “Overall, you get out what you pour in.” 2) Put yourself in the mindset of striking up elevator talk as you start commenting, if you aren’t used to it. You can then build from there. Get to know THEM. If they are like-minded, they will get to know you through your posts too. If not - - > Next! 3) DOs: Just be kind, nice, funny, etc. DON’Ts: Don’t start with selling them 🤦‍♀️, or tell them how they •should• do something, etc. 🔑 = Share, not Boss.

🌟 Bonus: Top 25 Instagram Hashtags currently on point to help extend your brand or personal reach! ⬇️

1. #love

2. #instagood

3. #photooftheday

4. #fashion

5. #beautiful

6. #happy

7. #cute

8. #tbt

9. #like4like

10. #followme

11. #picoftheday

12. #follow

13. #me

14. #selfie

15. #summer

16. #art

17. #instadaily

18. #friends

19. #repost

20. #nature

21. #girl

22. #fun

23. #style

24. #smile

25. #food

🌟 If you happen to be a lady, I’d like to personally invite you to our mom or mom-type Facebook page called The Social and Unsocial Moms. I’d also like you to join me on Instagram at @thesumareonetogether and @247NikkiSmith.

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