
Content Lab
Are you struggling to create content and lack creativity for content ideas? Do you want to build a sustainable content strategy for your social media to reach new clients?​
This 4-hour intensive workshop will teach you how to find inspiration, create content to sell without selling, and turn you in to a content creator to spread awareness about your products and services and attract new fans.
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You’ll learn from real-world examples of content creators who have turned their personal brand into a money-making machine.
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Walk away with new efficient social media habits, a strategic blueprint, a list of creative content ideas, and a content plan you will be eager to execute.
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Your audience is out there—are you ready to show up?
Course Information
Why: How to Stand Out, Build Influence, and Grow Your Business
Where: Your office
When: Scheduled on demand
What: 4-hour physical workshop
Who: Aspiring content creators, entrepreneurs, social media managers, and anyone looking to improve their Instagram presence.
Syllabus
a. The Habit of Recording Content (1 Hour)
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Help participants develop the habit of consistently recording content, emphasizing how to capture moments authentically throughout the day.
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Topics Covered:
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Why Content Creation is a Habit: The importance of consistency in building an Instagram presence.
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Incorporating Content Creation into Daily Life: Practical tips to create content in everyday settings.
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Finding content ideas in your routine.
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Capturing behind-the-scenes moments.
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Scheduling time for spontaneous and planned content.
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Overcoming the Fear of Being on Camera:
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Confidence-building techniques.
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How to get comfortable with documenting your life and work.
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Quick Daily Content Practices:
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5-minute content ideas.
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Best practices for taking advantage of trends.
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Tools for organizing ideas on the go.
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Activity:
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Live Exercise: Participants will brainstorm and record a short video or take photos that they can use as content, using their current environment.
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b. The Creative Aspect (1 Hour)
Provide participants with strategies to bring creativity into their Instagram content to engage audiences effectively.
Topics Covered:
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Defining Your Brand Aesthetic:
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How to develop a personal or business brand that resonates with your audience.
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Choosing color schemes, typography, and style.
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Telling Your Story Creatively:
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The importance of storytelling in content creation.
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Creative ways to communicate your message visually.
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Content Types and Formats:
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Understanding the variety of content you can create (photos, videos, reels, stories, carousels).
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How to choose the right content type for your message.
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Creating Engaging Content:
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Tips on creating content that encourages engagement (polls, questions, call-to-action posts).
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Using humor, emotion, and relatability to engage followers.
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Activity:
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Creative Challenge: Participants will work in pairs or small groups to create a storyboard or concept for a 15-second reel.
c. Technical Settings for Optimal Growth (1 Hour)
Equip participants with the technical knowledge required to optimize their content for visibility, reach, and growth on Instagram.
Topics Covered:
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Understanding Instagram's Algorithm:
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How Instagram ranks content (engagement, timeliness, and relevance).
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Importance of consistency in posting.
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Best Times to Post & Frequency:
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Analyzing Instagram Insights for optimal posting times.
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How often should you post on stories, reels, and your main feed?
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Hashtags, Tags, and Location Tags:
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How to use hashtags effectively.
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Importance of tagging other users and using location tags for reach.
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Optimizing Instagram Profiles for Growth:
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How to set up a profile that attracts followers (bio, highlights, and profile image).
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Using call-to-actions in your bio.
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Instagram Tools & Features:
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Leveraging Instagram Stories, Reels, and Live for growth.
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Collaborations and influencer marketing strategies.
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Activity:
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Profile Audit: Each participant will analyze and optimize their own Instagram profile based on the strategies discussed.
4. The Afterwork: Analyzing, Engaging, and Evolving (1 Hour)
Teach participants how to maintain engagement and measure the effectiveness of their content to continuously improve.
Topics Covered:
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Analyzing Instagram Insights:
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Understanding key metrics (reach, engagement, saves, shares).
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- Engaging with Your Audience:
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How to build a loyal community through direct interactions.
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Best practices for replying to comments, DMs, and using Instagram Stories for engagement.
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Content Repurposing:
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How to reuse successful content across different platforms.
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Adapting content to other social media channels (YouTube, TikTok, Facebook).
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Evolving with Trends:
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Staying updated with Instagram’s latest features and algorithm changes.
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How to follow and adapt to new content trends.
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Activity:
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Post-Workshop Plan: Participants will create a 1-week content plan, incorporating all aspects covered in the workshop (habit, creativity, technical optimization, and afterwork).