## Everything You Need to Know About Instagram Pods, the New Way Influencers Are Gaming the Algorithm

After reading this article, I feel that instagram pods do more harm than good.The followers that you engage with and that engage with your accounts affect the algorithm. The more relationships you make with your followers, the more likely your content will show up in their feed. Take the time to consider if the group you’re creating a pod with is actually your target audience. There’s a significant chance that a pod will not help you connect with potential clients or your ideal follower which is why Instagram pods don’t always work the way they’re intended.On the other hand, if your pod is comprised of accounts similar to your target audience and followers in the correct time zone, they can be somewhat effective in creating engagement. But for engaging with those ‘dreamy’ followers, I’d recommend ditching the pod and focusing that time on curating engagement another way.If you’re looking for ways to increase engagement on Instagram, I suggest creating interactive content on Instagram stories, connecting with similar accounts, and utilizing analytics for scheduling your posts. I share my best tips for increasing engagement organically on Instagram in a FREEBIE download.