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Belles Creatives, Chicago, IL (2026)

05/27/2026

Wanna get 100 followers daily and get new leads?

• Save this to remember later

Here’s a truth bomb
The algorithm doesn’t care about your posts but it cares about keeping people longer on the app
The algorithm cares about your interests and this is
why your posts should be surrounded around the interest of your target audience.

This way, you are now working with the algorithm to
satisfy people’s interest which gives your posts a potential to go viral, attract your ideal audience, increase your sales/client base and makes you enjoy using Instagram

The algorithm loves it when:
• You respond to Stories of people in your niche
•You use keywords in your username & headline
• You stick to a consistent weekly posting schedule
• You use the newest Instagram features
•People reply to your Stories
• You follow people in your niche

To learn how to work with the algorithm instead of against it, how to create content that attracts your target audience, 👉🏾follow

05/26/2026

Here’s what no one tells you:
the content that changes everything for your account usually starts with a sentence you almost didn’t post.

“I didn’t plan to talk about this, but…”
“I used to think…”
Those kinds of openings work because they feel alive. Human. Unfiltered.

Meanwhile, everyone else is busy trying to sound like a marketing robot wearing a beige blazer. 🫠

People don’t connect with perfection anymore.
They connect with honesty. With tension. With transformation.

The reason storytelling works so well isn’t because it’s trendy.
It’s because our brains are wired to lean in when someone says something vulnerable, unexpected, or emotionally true.

Your random thoughts?
Your messy lessons?
Your “this might be too personal to share” moments?

That’s the content people remember.

So before you overthink your next Reel or carousel, ask yourself:
“What’s the sentence I’m scared to open with?”

That’s probably your hook. ✨

05/25/2026

Not sure what to post in June?
I know, I can hardly believe it!
• June is rolling up on us and it’s time to start thinking about that June content! Here are some fun, lighthearted ideas to get you started. Sprinkle these content ideas with your industry-related content to amp up your know, like & trust factor!
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Whether you’re running low on ideas for creating content for your own business or someone else’s, l’ve got you covered.
Here’s a few of my fav ideas for you to use for next month
June 2 - Leave The Office Early Day

June 4 - Juneteenth

June 5 - World environment day

June 5 - National doughnut day

June 8 - Best Friends Day

June 13 - Rose Day

June 15 - National beer day

June 17 - Eat Your Veggies Day

June 20 - First Day of Summer

June 21- Father’s Day C

June 21 - National Indigenous Peoples Day

GO RAINBOW FOR PRIDE MONTH - Follow in the
footsteps of Google, Pinterest and YouTube and celebrate Pride Month with your clients by creating a rainbow version of your logo
BEST FRIENDS DAY - Have people tag their best friend in the comments section for a chance to win a best friends package of your services! i.e. a private coaching session that they do together
SELFIE DAY - Post a selfie (duh!) and use it as an opportunity to re-introduce yourself to your followers!
May favorite is to list 5 things you don’t know about me or to play 2 truths and a lie
SOCIAL MEDIA DAY - Have a special social media only flash sale - only announce it on your social media accounts to thank your audience for supporting you on social media! (Or if you’re an SMM, do a giveaway for a free audit or strategy session)

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05/22/2026

It’s time to start yapping your way to more views, friend! And getting good at talking to the camera is key to growing on Instagram ESPECIALLY right now.

And giving your Reel a flow people actually want to follow can blow up your account...

But what’s most important is to share from your own lived experiences, thoughts,
perspectives, discoveries, etc.
We’re here to connect so this is your sign to save this, build your Reels script, and hit follow because I’m sharing more hooks and scripts tomorrow so you never hit record wondering “what do I say”
I can’t wait to hear how it goes!!
Questions? I got you! Comment below...

05/21/2026

💎💎💎New Trend Alert! These viral doodle posts are
taking over Instagram right now, and you can make them in Nano Banana in minutes

Check out the comments for the prompts or...
Comment DOODLE below if you want the step by step tutorial to this desig
Follow for Instagram growth tips, Canva hacks and marketing strategies to grow your business

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05/20/2026

Unpopular opinion: bad Al output is a YOU problem. *
Before you come for me: hear me out.

Al doesn’t give vague, generic, boring responses because it’s broken. It gives them because most of us were never taught how to actually talk to it.

I put together 5 prompting tips that changed how I use every Al tool | have. Swipe through.
The one that hit different for me? Tip 03. Letting Al ask ME questions before it starts generating. Game. Changer.

Save this post so you actually use it (we both know how that bookmark folder works
2).

Tell me: are you a “just wing the prompt” person or a “I have a whole template” person? I need to know.

05/19/2026

Friend listen to me for a sec
We need to talk about your hooks

Everyone keeps saying you need a strong hook but no one tells you how to actually write one that stops someone mid scroll
But that is exactly what this formula in the post will do for you

Most creators try to sound clever
But viral hooks are not about being clever
They are about being clear
Being real
And making the person on the other side feel like you are speaking directly to them

Relevance
Curiosity
Simplicity
Mood
Numbers
Authenticity
These are the things that make your audience pause because something about your line feels personal

When you use this formula right your content hits different
People do not just watch
They care
They get curious
They open your caption
They save your post
The algorithm simply follows what the audience is already feeling

So before you post today
Rewrite that hook
Make it shorter
Make it clearer
Make it undeniable

Save this formula
Use it this week
And send this to a creator friend who needs stronger hooks starting today 🤍

05/18/2026

you’re not inconsistent: you’re just trying to be consistent with the wrong things.

they told you to
‘just post every day” like that’s the secret to growth.
nah. that’s colonial hustle culture talking. real consistency isn’t about doing more; it’s about doing what actually works.

this week, try this instead:
👉🏾monday: set a clear goal (not just “post more,” but WHY you’re posting).
👉🏾tuesday: engage & build real connections-content alone won’t grow your brand.
👉🏾wednesday: batch-create when you have energy, rest when you don’t.
👉🏾thursday: drop value. give your audience a reason to trust you.
👉🏾friday: SELL. stop hiding your offers. people need what you have.
👉🏾saturday: show your personality-people buy from people, not faceless
brands.
👉🏾sunday: review, adjust, and move smarter next week.

you don’t need to grind harder; you need a better strategy. stop playing by their rules.

💯hit FOLLOW if you’re ready to grow on YOUR terms.

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05/15/2026

Instagram really said:
✨ “You know what this app needed? MORE chaos.” ✨

So yes… they just dropped a brand new feature called Instants 👀
And people are already panic-clicking “how do I turn this off?”

Here’s the quick tea ☕️👇🏾

Instants lets you send photos instantly inside DMs.
No overthinking.
No editing marathon.
No “wait let me fix my face first.”

You take the pic → it sends.
Immediately. 😭

And THAT’S why the internet is losing it.

Some creators love it because it feels more raw, real, and personal.
Others are like:
“Respectfully… I do not need another feature giving me anxiety.”

But here’s the part nobody’s talking about enough 👇🏾

Instagram is clearly pushing people toward PRIVATE content now.

Not perfect feeds.
Not polished graphics.
Not “aesthetic” everything.

CONNECTION.

Which means creators who know how to build relationships instead of just chasing vanity metrics?
They’re about to win BIG.

This is exactly why I keep saying:
The future of content is NOT looking perfect.
It’s making people feel something.

And honestly?
That’s good news for creators who are tired of fake guru marketing and performative perfection.

Because people don’t trust polished anymore.
They trust REAL.

So while everyone else is busy complaining about the feature… smart creators are asking:
“How do I use this shift before everyone else catches on?” 👀

Now tell me the truth:
Are you using Instants… or turning it off immediately? 😂👇🏾

05/14/2026

STOP writing BORING captions!

If your hooks aren’t grabbing attention, your content is getting lost in the scroll.
The secret? EMOTION.

It’s the key to making your audience feel
something-and that’s what gets them to stop, engage, and SHARE.

In this carousel, we’re showing you how to turn:
Basic headlines into viral, scroll-stopping hooks.
Boring posts into content that CONNECTS.

Whether you’re a fitness coach, food blogger, candle maker, or realtor-this strategy WORKS.

* Want to hook your audience like never before? Swipe through to see how emotion can transform your hooks and make your posts unforgettable.. Which example is your favorite? Let me know in the comments!

* Follow for more viral content tips and social media strategies.

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05/13/2026

Ever wonder why some Reels go viral while others barely get noticed?

Here’s the deal: you’ve got seconds to grab attention with your Reels. No pressure, right? But here’s a hack: if you start with a strong hook, you’ll instantly capture viewers’ interest and make them want to stick around. Let’s get into a full seven days of viral hooks to supercharge your Reels!

🛠Try one of these game-changing hooks every day for a week, and watch your engagement soar:

📅 Day 1: “I wish more [ideal client] knew [tip/gentle reminder]…”
Example: “I wish more digital creators knew how to reuse content without sounding repetitive!”

📅 Day 2: “The next time you [do something], remember to [insert tip] so you [benefit]…”
Example: “The next time you plan content, remember to focus on one theme per week so you stay organized!”

📅 Day 3: “POV: You finally switched from [old way] to [new way] and [outcome].”
Example: “POV: You finally switched from posting without strategy to scheduling ahead… and it changed everything!”

📅 Day 4: “This is your sign to [action] with your [audience/goal in mind]…”
Example: “This is your sign to show up on Stories daily – your followers are waiting to connect!”

📅 Day 5: “POV: You’re a [describe your audience] who [pain point/desire], and you find [your solution].”
Example: “POV: You’re a content creator struggling to keep up with trends, and you find my account!”

📅 Day 6: “Have you ever [related problem]? Here’s why it happens…”
Example: “Have you ever felt like your Reels aren’t getting noticed? Here’s why it happens and what to do instead!”

📅 Day 7: “Imagine if you could [big desire/pain point solution] without [common struggle]…”
Example: “Imagine if you could grow your Instagram without posting every single day. Here’s how!”

These hooks are designed to make people stop, relate, and engage with your content. Use one each day, and by the end of the week, you’ll be a master of the scroll-stopping intro. 💥 But why stop at just a week?

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