{"id":721,"date":"2026-06-15T23:59:12","date_gmt":"2026-06-15T20:29:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/resont.com\/blog\/?p=721"},"modified":"2026-06-16T13:01:53","modified_gmt":"2026-06-16T09:31:53","slug":"how-to-build-a-social-media-management-system-for-instagram","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/resont.com\/blog\/how-to-build-a-social-media-management-system-for-instagram\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Build a Social Media Management System for Instagram"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Managing Instagram becomes difficult when every task depends on memory, notifications, and last-minute decisions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">One person is trying to plan posts. Another person is answering direct messages. Someone else is checking comments, saving customer information, reporting performance, and deciding what to publish next.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">At first, this looks manageable. But as an Instagram account grows, manual work becomes messy very quickly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This is why brands need a clear <strong>social media management system<\/strong>, especially for Instagram.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A good system helps you plan content, publish consistently, manage conversations, collect leads, and improve performance without turning your workflow into daily chaos.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Is a Social Media Management System?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A social media management system is a repeatable workflow for running your social media accounts. It defines what needs to be done, who is responsible for each task, when each task happens, and how performance is reviewed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For Instagram, this system usually includes:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Content planning<\/li>\n<li>Creative production<\/li>\n<li>Post scheduling<\/li>\n<li>Comment management<\/li>\n<li>Direct message management<\/li>\n<li>Lead collection<\/li>\n<li>Campaign tracking<\/li>\n<li>Performance reporting<\/li>\n<li>Workflow automation<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The goal is not to make social media robotic. The goal is to make important work visible, organized, and easier to repeat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why Instagram Needs a System, Not Just More Content<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/resont.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/instagram-management-chaos-lineart-optimized.jpg\" alt=\"Instagram management chaos illustration\" class=\"wp-image-734\" srcset=\"https:\/\/resont.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/instagram-management-chaos-lineart-optimized.jpg 900w, https:\/\/resont.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/instagram-management-chaos-lineart-optimized-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/resont.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/instagram-management-chaos-lineart-optimized-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/resont.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/instagram-management-chaos-lineart-optimized-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/resont.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/instagram-management-chaos-lineart-optimized-80x80.jpg 80w, https:\/\/resont.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/instagram-management-chaos-lineart-optimized-320x320.jpg 320w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Many businesses think Instagram growth is mainly about posting more often. Consistency matters, but content alone is not enough.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Instagram is now a full business channel. People discover your brand, ask questions, compare offers, request prices, send phone numbers, join campaigns, and make purchase decisions inside the platform.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If your team only focuses on publishing posts, you may still lose opportunities in comments, DMs, and follow-ups.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A strong Instagram management system connects content and conversations. It helps you answer this question:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\"><p>What happens after someone engages with our Instagram content?<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">That is where real growth begins.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 1: Define Your Instagram Goals<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Before building any workflow, you need clear goals. Without goals, your team may publish content regularly but still not know whether Instagram is helping the business.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Common Instagram goals include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Increasing brand awareness<\/li>\n<li>Generating qualified leads<\/li>\n<li>Driving website visits<\/li>\n<li>Improving customer support<\/li>\n<li>Building community engagement<\/li>\n<li>Increasing product sales<\/li>\n<li>Promoting events, webinars, or launches<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Each goal needs a different system. For example, a brand focused on awareness may care about reach and saves. A brand focused on sales needs to track DMs, comments, leads, response time, and conversion opportunities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">A Simple Goal Framework<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Use this simple structure:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Business goal:<\/strong> What result do we want?<\/li>\n<li><strong>Instagram action:<\/strong> What should users do on Instagram?<\/li>\n<li><strong>Workflow:<\/strong> What happens after they take that action?<\/li>\n<li><strong>Metric:<\/strong> How do we measure success?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For example, if your business goal is lead generation, your Instagram action might be comments or DMs. Your workflow should include fast replies, qualification questions, lead collection, and follow-up.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 2: Build a Weekly Content Workflow<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/resont.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/instagram-weekly-workflow-lineart-optimized.jpg\" alt=\"Instagram weekly workflow illustration\" class=\"wp-image-735\" srcset=\"https:\/\/resont.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/instagram-weekly-workflow-lineart-optimized.jpg 900w, https:\/\/resont.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/instagram-weekly-workflow-lineart-optimized-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/resont.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/instagram-weekly-workflow-lineart-optimized-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/resont.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/instagram-weekly-workflow-lineart-optimized-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/resont.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/instagram-weekly-workflow-lineart-optimized-80x80.jpg 80w, https:\/\/resont.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/instagram-weekly-workflow-lineart-optimized-320x320.jpg 320w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A social media management system needs a predictable content workflow. This prevents last-minute posting and keeps your content aligned with business priorities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A practical weekly Instagram workflow can look like this:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Monday:<\/strong> Review goals, campaigns, and previous performance<\/li>\n<li><strong>Tuesday:<\/strong> Choose content topics and write captions<\/li>\n<li><strong>Wednesday:<\/strong> Create visuals, reels, stories, and carousels<\/li>\n<li><strong>Thursday:<\/strong> Review and approve content<\/li>\n<li><strong>Friday:<\/strong> Schedule posts and prepare engagement prompts<\/li>\n<li><strong>Weekend:<\/strong> Monitor comments, DMs, and campaign responses<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This workflow can be adjusted depending on team size, but the principle stays the same: planning should happen before publishing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you want to go deeper into planning, read this guide on <a href=\"https:\/\/resont.com\/blog\/how-to-create-a-social-media-content-calendar\/\">how to create a social media content calendar<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 3: Create Content Pillars<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Content pillars make Instagram management easier because your team does not need to start from zero every week.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For most brands, Instagram content can be organized into five main pillars:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Educational content:<\/strong> Tutorials, tips, explanations, and how-to posts<\/li>\n<li><strong>Trust content:<\/strong> Testimonials, case studies, reviews, and behind-the-scenes posts<\/li>\n<li><strong>Engagement content:<\/strong> Questions, polls, challenges, and conversation starters<\/li>\n<li><strong>Conversion content:<\/strong> Offers, product explanations, demos, and lead magnets<\/li>\n<li><strong>Community content:<\/strong> User-generated content, customer stories, and brand values<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">These pillars help your team balance growth and sales. If every post is promotional, engagement may drop. If every post is educational, users may not know what to do next.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The best Instagram systems connect each content pillar to a clear action. That action might be saving the post, commenting a keyword, sending a DM, visiting a page, or requesting more information.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 4: Organize Your Publishing Process<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Publishing content manually can work for small accounts, but it becomes harder as your content volume grows.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Your publishing process should answer these questions:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Who writes captions?<\/li>\n<li>Who creates visuals?<\/li>\n<li>Who approves posts?<\/li>\n<li>When should each post go live?<\/li>\n<li>Which hashtags and keywords should be used?<\/li>\n<li>What CTA should each post include?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A basic spreadsheet can work in the beginning. As the team grows, a dedicated platform can help with scheduling, approvals, and managing multiple accounts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For more on this topic, see this guide about <a href=\"https:\/\/resont.com\/blog\/scheduling-for-multiple-instagram-accounts-the-agency-guide-2026\/\">scheduling for multiple Instagram accounts<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 5: Build a Comment Management Workflow<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Comments are often treated as simple engagement, but many comments show real customer intent.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A user might comment:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Price?<\/li>\n<li>Send details<\/li>\n<li>How can I order?<\/li>\n<li>Is this available?<\/li>\n<li>I want the link<\/li>\n<li>Can you DM me?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If your team replies late or misses these comments, you may lose qualified leads.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A simple comment workflow includes:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Checking comments at scheduled times<\/li>\n<li>Identifying high-intent comments<\/li>\n<li>Replying publicly when useful<\/li>\n<li>Moving private or sales-related conversations into DMs<\/li>\n<li>Tagging or saving important leads<\/li>\n<li>Following up when needed<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For lead-focused campaigns, you can also use comment-to-DM workflows. Learn more in this guide on <a href=\"https:\/\/resont.com\/blog\/instagram-comments-to-leads\/\">turning Instagram comments into qualified leads<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 6: Create a DM Management System<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Instagram DMs are one of the most important parts of social media management because they are where many sales conversations happen.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">But DMs can quickly become overwhelming. Messages arrive from followers, customers, partners, creators, and people asking the same questions again and again.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Your DM system should include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Saved replies for common questions<\/li>\n<li>Clear response-time expectations<\/li>\n<li>Labels or tags for different conversation types<\/li>\n<li>A process for collecting customer information<\/li>\n<li>A handoff system for sales or support teams<\/li>\n<li>Follow-up reminders for interested users<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This is also where <a href=\"https:\/\/resont.com\/instagram-automation\">Instagram automation<\/a> can support the workflow. Automation can help answer repetitive questions, start conversations from keywords, route users to the right flow, and collect lead information more consistently.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The key is to use automation to support human communication, not replace it completely.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 7: Connect Instagram Engagement to Lead Collection<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A complete Instagram management system should not stop at likes, comments, or views. It should show how engagement turns into business opportunities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Lead collection can happen when users:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Send their phone number in DMs<\/li>\n<li>Ask for pricing<\/li>\n<li>Request a consultation<\/li>\n<li>Comment a campaign keyword<\/li>\n<li>Ask for a catalog or product link<\/li>\n<li>Join a giveaway or launch campaign<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The problem is that many teams collect this information manually. Numbers get copied into notes, spreadsheets, or CRM tools. Some leads are missed. Others are followed up too late.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A better system defines where leads are stored, who follows up, and how quickly the next action should happen.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For a practical example, read this guide on <a href=\"https:\/\/resont.com\/blog\/instagram-lead-generation-how-to-collect-leads-automatically-from-instagram-dms\/\">collecting leads automatically from Instagram DMs<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 8: Track the Right Metrics<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A social media management system needs reporting, but not every metric deserves the same attention.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Follower count and likes are easy to measure, but they do not always show business impact.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For Instagram, useful metrics include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Reach and impressions<\/li>\n<li>Profile visits<\/li>\n<li>Website clicks<\/li>\n<li>Comment volume<\/li>\n<li>DM volume<\/li>\n<li>Average response time<\/li>\n<li>Number of qualified leads<\/li>\n<li>Lead source by post or campaign<\/li>\n<li>Conversion rate from DM to customer<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">These metrics help your team understand what content creates attention, what conversations create leads, and what workflows need improvement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 9: Decide What to Automate<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Automation works best when it supports repetitive tasks. It should not be used for everything.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Good tasks to automate include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Sending an instant reply after a keyword<\/li>\n<li>Starting a DM flow from a comment<\/li>\n<li>Collecting phone numbers from messages<\/li>\n<li>Sending product links or booking links<\/li>\n<li>Answering common questions<\/li>\n<li>Tagging users based on interest<\/li>\n<li>Exporting leads for follow-up<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Tasks that should stay human include sensitive support issues, complex sales conversations, complaints, and relationship-based communication.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A balanced system uses automation for speed and structure, while keeping people involved where judgment and empathy matter.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 10: Document Your Workflow<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The best system is the one your team can actually follow.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Create a simple document that explains:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Weekly content planning process<\/li>\n<li>Caption and design approval rules<\/li>\n<li>Publishing schedule<\/li>\n<li>Comment response guidelines<\/li>\n<li>DM response templates<\/li>\n<li>Lead collection process<\/li>\n<li>Reporting schedule<\/li>\n<li>Automation rules<\/li>\n<li>Escalation process for important messages<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This documentation helps new team members understand the workflow and prevents important tasks from depending on one person.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Example: A Simple Instagram Management System<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/resont.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/instagram-management-dashboard-lineart-optimized.jpg\" alt=\"Instagram management dashboard illustration\" class=\"wp-image-736\" srcset=\"https:\/\/resont.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/instagram-management-dashboard-lineart-optimized.jpg 900w, https:\/\/resont.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/instagram-management-dashboard-lineart-optimized-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/resont.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/instagram-management-dashboard-lineart-optimized-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/resont.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/instagram-management-dashboard-lineart-optimized-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/resont.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/instagram-management-dashboard-lineart-optimized-80x80.jpg 80w, https:\/\/resont.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/instagram-management-dashboard-lineart-optimized-320x320.jpg 320w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here is a practical example for a small business:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Plan 5 posts every Monday<\/li>\n<li>Create 2 reels, 2 carousels, and 1 promotional post<\/li>\n<li>Schedule posts one week in advance<\/li>\n<li>Check comments twice per day<\/li>\n<li>Move pricing questions into DMs<\/li>\n<li>Use saved replies for common questions<\/li>\n<li>Collect phone numbers from interested users<\/li>\n<li>Export leads every Friday<\/li>\n<li>Review best-performing posts at the end of the week<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This system is simple, but it creates structure. It also makes Instagram easier to manage as the account grows.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Where Resont Fits Into This Workflow<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If your team wants to manage Instagram conversations, automate repetitive DM workflows, collect leads, and organize social media activity more efficiently, <a href=\"https:\/\/resont.com\/\">Resont<\/a> can support that process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The important point is to build the workflow first. Once you know how your content, comments, DMs, and leads should move, choosing the right tool becomes much easier.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Final Thoughts<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Instagram management is no longer just about publishing attractive posts. It is about managing attention, conversations, customer intent, and follow-up.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A strong social media management system helps your team stay consistent, respond faster, reduce missed opportunities, and understand what actually drives growth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Start simple. Define your goals, create content pillars, organize publishing, manage comments and DMs, collect leads properly, and review performance every week.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Once the system is clear, tools and automation can make it faster, more reliable, and easier to scale.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What is a social media management system?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A social media management system is a structured workflow for planning, creating, publishing, managing, and measuring social media activity. For Instagram, it includes content planning, scheduling, comment management, DM handling, lead collection, and reporting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why is social media management important for Instagram?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Instagram is not only a content platform. It is also a customer communication and sales channel. A management system helps businesses respond faster, publish consistently, organize leads, and turn engagement into measurable results.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What should an Instagram management workflow include?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">An Instagram management workflow should include content planning, creative production, approval, scheduling, comment replies, DM management, lead collection, automation rules, and performance reporting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Can Instagram automation help with social media management?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Yes. Instagram automation can help with repetitive tasks such as instant replies, keyword-based DM flows, comment-to-DM campaigns, lead collection, and common questions. It should be used carefully and combined with human support for complex conversations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How often should a team review Instagram performance?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Most teams should review Instagram performance weekly. A weekly review helps identify which content, comments, DM flows, and campaigns are creating the best results, while still allowing enough time to adjust the next content plan.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Managing Instagram well is not about posting more. 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