Instagram is officially on easy mode in 2026 - once you understand the new rules.If you’ve been posting, testing trends, trying every “guru tip,” and still wondering why your account isn’t moving…this episode is your wake-up call.

Today we’re breaking down the exact shifts that make hitting 100k followers in 2026 easier than ever and what Instagram is actually rewarding right now. (Spoiler: it’s not posting 3x a day or chasing trending audios.)

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Chapters & Timestamps

0:00 Intro: Why 2026 is the year everything changes

0:56 The Rise of AI & why IG growth is easier than ever

2:46 Storytelling that actually makes people stop and care

4:57 Carousels: the highest-performing content format

6:31 Why we stopped filming Reels

8:15 New Analytic Features are shifting the game

9:01 DM Automations: the “secret weapon” for creators & businesses

14:01 Free Viral Carousel Checklist

14:25 The social media industry is about to explode

15:15 Brands vs. Influencers

16:04 Why starting today is non-negotiable

18:40 Identity-led Messaging

20:12 Systems that create predictable growth

24:05 Leveraging data like a Pro

26:00 The 2026 Success Mindset

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