Are you eager to skyrocket your Instagram presence and find a vibrant community of "your people"? Look no further! I’m on the same journey, and together, we can master the Instagram landscape. This carefully curated list is more than just a collectio...
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Instagram Tools
Books and Podcasts
Accounts to Follow
Tutorials
Instagram Tools
Instagram schedulers, link-in-bio platforms and analytics tools to track performance.
Beacons is a link-in-bio tool that uses AI to guide you through the set up. I'm currently on the free plan but considering the upgrade!
Link in Bio Tool | Beacons
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Tailwind is great for scheduling but they also have a built in Smart Assistant
Tailwind | Instagram Scheduler and Smart Assistant
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Buffer let's you plan your Instagram posts and boost your growth! Easily schedule any post type, including Reels and Stories. You'll get custom tips to help you reach more people.
Schedule Instagram Posts And Fuel Your Growth With Buffer
Want the latest advice on using hashtags? Search this blog for "All the Things" IG related.
The Ultimate Step by Step Guide to Instagram Marketing
Clone your voice and use it to add voiceover to your reels and stories with 11 labs
AI Voice Cloning: Clone Your Voice in Minutes
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Get your FREE Instagram account audit from Iconosquare
Instagram Audit Tool | Iconosquare
Linktree is the OG link in bio tool and you can still use it for free!
Linktree
You gotta have Canva – even if it's just the free version.
Canva: Visual Suite for Everyone
Agorapulse is an official Meta Business Partner
Agorapulse | Instagram management tools
This tool used to focus on Twitter but they have expanded to cover every major social platform. Lots of free tools and the paid upgrade isn't too pricy.
Fedica - Social Media Analytics and Publishing
Manage multiple Instagram accounts effortlessly with Sprout's integration. Create, schedule, publish, and engage with posts easily. Tag products, monitor hashtags, respond to comments, and analyze your performance—all in one powerful tool.
Instagram Management Tools: Grow Your Presence with Sprout Social
Flick's hashtag tool has a 7 day free trial
Flick: Instagram Hashtag Tool
Later is a Social Media Management tool. Sign up if you want access to their Canva templates for Instagram
Free Instagram Canva Templates | Later
Another option to explore when you need a link-in-bio tool
Direct.me | The Best Free Link In Bio
Ever wonder when is the best time to post on Instagram? This blog post from Pallyy has the answer
The Best Time to Post On Instagram In 2024
Find trends the hard way or sign up for Flick (not sponsored)
How to Find Trending Audio on Instagram (Full Tutorial 2024)
Create Instagram captions with this free AI tool! Use this to boost engagement, share stories, and connect with your audience effortlessly.
Adam Mosseri on Instagram: "We’re launching profile cards ... ✌🏼"
Pallyy is like your Instagram magic wand! Schedule and drop Instagram Reels, Stories, and carousels effortlessly. Tag friends, pin locations, and more with this super-easy scheduler!
Instagram Post Scheduler: Reels, Stories & Carousels.
Books and Podcasts
Brock Johnson from Build Your Tribe sat down with Adam Mosseri in March of 2025
Head of INSTAGRAM reveals secrets to GROWING in 2025
This book has good tips for being more strategic with your account when you are using Instagram to for your business
Instagram For Business For Dummies
Updated in 2024 with some of the newest Instagram features
Instagram Marketing Secrets: Zero to 100K Followers
Get the free Instagram for Business Kit from Hubspot and Agorapulse
How to Use Instagram for Business [Free Guide + Templates]
Popular YouTubers/Podcasters Colin and Samir, have an in-depth conversation with the CEO of Instagram Adam Mosseri. Buckle up if you plan to watch this one cuz it's pretty long.
An honest conversation with the CEO of Instagram
Accounts to Follow
Jenn Herman is my personal favorite when it comes to IG educators. I first met her back in the day on Google+ and in person at Social Media Marketing World 2017
Jenn Herman Instagram Expert (@jenns_trends)
Sue B. Zimmerman is the original OG Instagram Expert.
Sue B Zimmerman & Morgan | IG Marketing - Instagram
Yes, this nerdy looking guy is the head of Instagram now
Interview with Head of Instagram Adam Mosseri
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Katie Steckly goes deep and share specific examples of what is working and what's not working on Instagram in 2025! Take notes on this one y'all
My Instagram Strategy for 2025 EXPOSED
Tutorials
This couple has loads of Instagram tutorials on their channel. This one is pretty good!
How To Use AI To Grow, Create and Manage Your Instagram in 2024
Make the most out of your stories with these tips from Buffer
Instagram Stories: The Complete Guide to Creating Standout Stories
Most surprising tip here: no need to upload 4k videos 😂
How to grow on Instagram Reels in 2024
Follow the Official Instagram Blog
Grow on Instagram: Build Your Community
This Mother and Son collab features Chalene and Brock Johnson on the Build Your Tribe podcast. They also run the InstaClubHub if you want a deep dive and are ready to invest.
Build Your Tribe
Chelsea Peitz shares the latest Instagram Updates
Instagram Updates: Reach, Ads, and More
Here's a basic guide for tracking your metrics on Instagram Insights
14 Essential Instagram Metrics You Need to Track in 2024
Octavia Klein gives step-by-step instructions for Reels and I love how she covers all the buttons!
Instagram Reels Tutorial (2024)
Jade Beason recaps the updates to Instagram's 2024 algorithm
Instagram changed their algorithm, let's talk about it (these changes are MAJOR!)
Latasha James knows how to grow an account on Instagram! Check out her tips.
5 Things I Did to Double My Instagram Following in 1 Year
Three different types of hooks? Ok Natasha you got my attention 👀
DOUBLE Your Engagement on Instagram, Reels, & TikTok With These 3 Video Hooks
I wasn't expecting to get Instagram tips from Neil Patel, but I'll take it!
These 5 Tips Will Skyrocket Your Instagram Growth In 2024! 🚀 #instagram #socialmedia
Learn to create fun, eye-catching reels and TikToks faster! This 60-minute masterclass from Jera Forster-Fell is free.
Masterclass: How to Confidently Create Reels & TikToks in Less Time — Jera Bean - Social Media Expert
Anita Wong shows how to enhance your Instagram bio links if you have a verified account
Increase Your Clicks with These Instagram Bio Link Tips
Shout out to Pinterest for trying to stay top of mind📌 This feature that allows us to turn Pinterest Boards into video clips for sharing to Instagram Stories is a cool concept. I hope it catches on! Will you give it a try?
Share Your Pinterest Boards as Videos on Instagram Stories
Jade guides us through the process of setting up our Instagram account for business success. This is a great framework to follow!
2024 Instagram marketing guide | social media marketing 2024
Want more views for your IG Stories? Brock gives you the formula.
Boost Instagram Story Views By 4X In Seconds! Guaranteed
How to plan a month’s worth of Instagram content!
Instagram Free Post Scheduler + 23 Content Planner Ideas
Predictions for Instagram in 2025 from Brock Johnson
New Instagram Algorithm in 2025 - Trends and Predictions
Is this new feature a waste of time or a game-changer? You decide
Instagram just changed Reels Forever (new feature)
This is the harsh reality about Instagram that keeps people stuck
I Stopped Posting on Instagram Then My Business Flourished
Noticed your Insta posts aren’t popping off like they used to? Or maybe you’re new and trying to figure it all out? You’re not the only one. Good news though—IG boss Adam Mosseri just spilled some juicy tips on what’s working *right now*.
Unlocking Instagram’s Algorithm: What You Need to Know to Get Seen in 2025
How did Nicole come back to Instagram after a 6 month hiatus? Find out how she did it in a really big way ✨
I Went Viral After 6 Months Off Instagram—Here’s Exactly How I Engineered It
I'm sure you are not surprised by this - Instagram is changing again! Here's were we are as of the summer of 2025 according to Jade Beason 🤷🏽♀️
The future of Instagram (spoiler: it's not what you think)
Louise Henry shares that ManyChat Tutorial you've been wondering about.
Grow Your Email List on Instagram (No Landing Page Required! ❌) - ManyChat Tutorial