7 Viral Instagram Reel Ideas For Your Business (part 2)

12/09/24 • 22 min

Strut It: Bold Visibility through Instagram Marketing

If your Instagram content isn’t capturing your dreamboat client’s attention in the first three seconds, it’s not just failing—it’s invisible. But don’t panic! Today, I’m giving you the ultimate tool to change that: viral hooks. These little gems are your secret weapon for stopping the scroll, sparking curiosity, and driving engagement. Get ready, because I’m breaking it all down with actionable ideas you can swipe for your business and start using today!

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

[01:19] The Attention Economy: Why capturing attention is the most critical skill for thriving in today’s noisy social media landscape.
[05:07] Viral Hook Formula #1: Three questions you need to ask before you... See how it applies across niches, from wedding florists to coffee lovers.
[08:53] Viral Hook Formula #2: This is your sign to... How emotional appeals can drive action and build connection.
[10:20] Viral Hook Formula #3: Calling out your audience with engaging questions to spark conversation.
[12:13] Viral Hook Formula #4: POV (Point of View) reels that deeply resonate with your ideal client.
[13:38] Viral Hook Formula #5: Before and After reels—people love transformations!
[15:51] Viral Hook Formula #6: Industry trend content and why it positions you as a thought leader.
[17:14] Viral Hook Formula #7: I wish more... knew... How specificity and empathy make this hook irresistible.

Key Takeaways:

Attention is the new currency: You need to captivate your audience immediately.
Your content isn’t a monologue—it’s a conversation. Hooks that invite interaction drive deeper engagement and conversions.
Transformational stories and specific, relatable hooks create sharable, binge-worthy content.

Quote

"If you want new results, you must take new actions. A strong hook isn’t just a tactic—it’s a connection point between your brand and your ideal audience."

⏭️ Don’t miss next week’s finale of this three-part series: How to Make Sales with Instagram Content!

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What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

[01:19] The Attention Economy: Why capturing attention is the most critical skill for thriving in today’s noisy social media landscape.
[05:07] Viral Hook Formula #1: Three questions you need to ask before you... See how it applies across niches, from wedding florists to coffee lovers.
[08:53] Viral Hook Formula #2: This is your sign to... How emotional appeals can drive action and build connection.
[10:20] Viral Hook Formula #3: Calling out your audience with engaging questions to spark conversation.
[12:13] Viral Hook Formula #4: POV (Point of View) reels that deeply resonate with your ideal client.
[13:38] Viral Hook Formula #5: Before and After reels—people love transformations!
[15:51] Viral Hook Formula #6: Industry trend content and why it positions you as a thought leader.
[17:14] Viral Hook Formula #7: I wish more... knew... How specificity and empathy make this hook irresistible.

Key Takeaways:

Attention is the new currency: You need to captivate your audience immediately.
Your content isn’t a monologue—it’s a conversation. Hooks that invite interaction drive deeper engagement and conversions.
Transformational stories and specific, relatable hooks create sharable, binge-worthy content.

Quote

"If you want new results, you must take new actions. A strong hook isn’t just a tactic—it’s a connection point between your brand and your ideal audience."

⏭️ Don’t miss next week’s finale of this three-part series: How to Make Sales with Instagram Content!

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Previous Episode

Reels 101 For Business: Everything You Need to Know to Start Growing Your Brand on Instagram (part 1)

If you’re not creating Instagram Reels for your business yet, you’re leaving money—and clients—on the table. Do you feel Reels might be the secret sauce to growing your business, but you’re unsure where to start? This episode is for you! I’m breaking down why Reels should be central to your Instagram marketing strategy and sharing an easy-to-follow method to help you get started today.

Plus, you’ll hear a real-life story about stepping out of my comfort zone during my biggest speaking engagement to date—and how that ties into your journey as a business owner. Let’s dive in and get real about Reels!

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

[02:30] The Power of Reels: Why Instagram Reels are the most effective content format for reaching new audiences.
[06:15] Boosting Brand Visibility: How Reels help you get in front of people who don’t yet follow your brand.
[08:25] The Triple E Formula: Create educational, entertaining, and emotional content that connects with your ideal audience.
[12:15] How the Algorithm Works: Demystifying how Instagram sorts and prioritizes content—and what that means for your Reels strategy.
[17:40] Reels vs. Paid Ads: Why organic content can be just as impactful as paid ads.
[21:10] Building Confidence on Camera: Overcome your fears and start showing up authentically for your audience.
[25:30] Reel Success Stories: A behind-the-scenes look at how my Reels strategy helped grow my business by 84% in a year—without spending a dime on ads.
[28:45] Next Steps for You: Simple, actionable tips to start creating scroll-stopping Reels today.

⏭️Don’t Miss This: Next week, you’ll learn the seven viral Reel ideas and formulas you can swipe for your business—so make sure you subscribe to Strut It!

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Next Episode

IG Sales Guide: How To Sell Your Products or Services On Instagram (part 3)

Are you tired of feeling stuck when it comes to selling on Instagram? I’m breaking down a simple, proven process to turn your followers into paying clients—without feeling sleazy or overwhelmed. You’ll learn how to create content that resonates, set up DM automation to streamline sales and nurture your audience every step of the way. Let’s simplify your sales strategy and get results!

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

[02:27] The Sales Process You Need: A step-by-step system to turn followers into clients without overwhelm.
[08:51] Create Resonating Content: How to deeply connect with your ideal client using the Triple E Formula: educate, entertain, and connect emotionally.
[12:52] The Power of CTAs: Why a strong call to action is non-negotiable for driving engagement and conversions.
[13:44] DM Automation 101: Simplify sales with keyword-triggered automation that keeps your business running even when you're offline.
[17:36] Capturing Leads: Why collecting emails is key to nurturing relationships and ensuring your audience doesn’t slip away.
[21:09] Real Results with DM Automation: How this tool saves time, boosts engagement, and drives conversions on autopilot.

Key Takeaway:

Start creating content that serves, resonates, and drives action. When you pair scroll-stopping content with DM automation, you create a seamless, sales-generating machine that works for you around the clock.

⏭️ Don’t stop now! Catch the other episodes in this series here:

41. Reels 101 For Business: Everything You Need to Know to Start Growing Your Brand on Instagram (part 1)

42. 7 Viral Instagram Reel Ideas For Your Business (part 2)

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