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6. They reply to your questions
For many followers, Instagram is a method to connect with their celebrities—particularly since the platform is one place where replies—and sometimes clapbacks—actually occur. Instagram Celebrities like Taylor Swift, Selena, and Chrissy Teigen have been known to reply to comments on their posts, and even comment on posts from their followers.
Returning engagement isn’t only a meaningful method to join with followers, it encourages more comments moving forward. Just ask influencer Jenna Kutcher who says, “When people see that I’m online and commenting back on comments, they’re far more likely to interact with my post.”
Kumail Nanjiani responded to several marvellers after his super-hero bod unveil.
Some stars, such as Luke Cook from Netflix’s Chilling Adventures of Sabrina have even hosted an Ask Me Anything (AMA) in Stories using the Instagram sticker.
AMAs are an easy method to learn what your followers are interested in. Brands could use them to reply to questions about a new product, be transparent, or simply interact with customers.
7. They know how to use a meme
Memes will never not be popular on the Internet. At their best, memes are funny, shareable, topical, and tend to have broad appeal.
In terms of memes, Instagram celebrities have the added benefit of being in the meme or being meme-adjacent. Reese Witherspoon’s oeuvre has been meme-gold for the actress, who’s posted pictures from Legally Blonde, Big Little Lies, and more.
Kristin Bell’s The Good Place meme came right in time for Christmas and was packaged with a thumb-stopping caption. And just as January rolled in, January Jones took part in some name play with a timely meme of her own.
These examples have some things in common. They are timely, on brand, and funny. Utilizing the right meme at the right time could add some levity and relatability to your brand’s personality.
8. They know how to build anticipation
In terms of dropping an album, new product line, or big announcement, most celebs now turn to Instagram to share teasers. Beyoncé, no doubt, has perfected this genre, taking to Instagram to preview her album Lemonade, and breaking the Internet with her baby bump.
Selena Gomez gave people a taste of her newest album with a sound bite and a caption revealing “Something exciting is coming tomorrow.” Meanwhile, anticipation is killing Rihanna’s followers, particularly after she posted this meme:
Writer and star of Schitt’s Creek Dan Levy has been building excitement for the show’s final season with a series of heartwarming countdown posts.
Then there was that time Ansel Elgort had the whole Internet guessing over his series of 17 shirtless selfies. Was he attempting to stir momentum for The Goldfinch? We will never know.
Brands preparing for a product launch or big event need to take note. Countdowns and teasers are an effective method to drum up anticipation. So effective, in fact, that Instagram added a countdown sticker to its Stories arsenal this year.
9. They get brand identity and aesthetic
The best brands know the power of a strong visual aesthetic, and that is no different for celebs.
Celebs such as Beyoncé, Jaden Smith, and Kacey Musgraves take a disciplined strategy to their feed. To keep things uniform, Beyoncé posts everything in threes.
To grow his new album, Jaden Smith painted his feed in a kaleidoscope of pinks and purples.
Tinashe took the same method for the launch of her album, Songs For You. Meanwhile, in anticipation of Halloween, actress Vanessa Hudgens posted in black and white for the whole month of October.
Your brand’s visual language needs to be supported by a social media content strategy. Establish themes, grow color palettes, and post photos with intention.
10. They don’t take themselves too seriously
At the end of the day, people log on to social media to get their dopamine kicks and have fun. So give the people what they need and indulge in a bit chicanery sometimes. Most importantly, don’t take yourself—or your brand—too seriously.
Case and point: Kylie Jenner. After her butchering of the one-line lullaby “Rise and Shine” on a YouTube tour of her office, Jenner jumped on the chance. She changed her Insta bio to “rise and shine,” reposted memes, and used the line as a slogan for her skincare line. We have to stan.
Listed here are some other stars that excel at being seriously unserious on Instagram.