NEW Way to Beat Instagram's Algorithm in 2026

In today’s episode, Brock Johnson breaks down the 7 keys to understanding the Instagram algorithm in 2025. We’ll discuss how the latest updates are impacting Instagram growth strategies, engagement, and content reach, including the shift towards valuing views over follower count. Brock will dive into strategies to beat the algorithm, focusing on micro-influencers versus celebrities, the importance of shares, and how to boost your Instagram Story views. He’ll also cover Instagram growth myths, including the diminishing power of hashtags and the trending audio myth, and share tips on creating entertaining Reels with powerful hooks. If you’re looking to adapt your content and growth strategy for 2025, this episode provides actionable insights to help you navigate the changes and expand your reach. 💥 Get 25 FREE Viral Hooks! 👉 https://instaclubhub.com/25-viral-hooks/ 🎯 Check out InstaClubHub!! For $7! Plus Ultimate B-Roll Bundle 👉 https://instaclubhub.com/flash-sale-7/ ⭐️ Checkout Metricool at https://metricool.com?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=influencer&utm_campaign=20250619_brock-johnson_ig-algorithm-keys_en&utm_content=youtube&utm_term=q2 Use Code Brock 🤓 Watch Next! ► Are Trial Reels The Easiest Way To Grow on Instagram? I Posted 100 in 24 Hours https://youtu.be/aU_T7evzIy0?si=ynhOvkEGPaQc8eH- ► Complete Guide To Shareworthy Content | How To Beat The Instagram Algorithm https://youtu.be/pWNDkFuV0RY?si=XT2oeBywzWb4zMAM ► Head of INSTAGRAM reveals secrets to GROWING in 2025 https://youtu.be/b_MGyd8TKdQ?si=jEL4Iec642asAAAH ► Boost Instagram Story Views By 4X In Seconds! Guaranteed https://youtu.be/07aUajZJnBk?si=F6HkVFlog-yLYVu8 ------------------------------------------------------------------ 🚀 Try InstaClubHub for ONLY $7! ➜ https://instaclubhub.com/flash-sale-7/ ▶ Be sure to check out the Build Your Tribe Playlist for other great episodes ➜ https://www.chalene.com/byt 🔗 Let’s Connect! Brock Instagram: ➜ https://www.instagram.com/brock11johnson/?hl=en TikTok: ➜ https://www.tiktok.com/@brock11johnson/video/7115837515713547566 00:00 - Intro 00:38 - How the Algorithm Really Works 01:02 - Instagram vs TikTok: What Changed 03:00 - What TikTok Got Right That Instagram Didn’t 06:09 - The TikTokification of Instagram 06:52 - Key #1: Followers Don’t Matter Anymore 09:03 - What Adam Mosseri Says About Followers 10:33 - Why Big Accounts Have Low Engagement 13:42 - Key #2: Shares = More Views 14:52 - Why Instagram Rewards Shared Posts 17:02 - The Share Experiment That Proved the Algorithm 18:59 - The Best Tool to Track Shares and Views 20:36 - Key #3: How to Maximize Story Views 22:48 - The STD Story Strategy Explained 26:44 - Why DM Automation Beats Link Stickers 30:59 - Key #4: Stop Chasing Trends and Hacks 38:06 - Key #5: Entertainment over Education 44:23 - Key #6 & #7: Hooks and Trial Reels