Engagement isn’t just likes anymore, it’s connection.
In this episode of The Social Circle, we’re breaking down the engagement hacks that are still working in 2025 and which ones you can leave behind. From comments and shares to the brand-new repost feature on Instagram, we’ll cover what actually matters for growth right now.
We talk about:
Why likes are low on the algorithm’s priority list
How shares, saves and comments stack up in 2025
Turning your comment section into endless content ideas
Using Stories, carousels and polls to spark conversation
What Instagram’s new repost feature really means for creators
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