38. Reels, Carousels, or Stories? The Posting Formula That Actually Gets Results

Update: 2025-10-28

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Paralyzed by “Should this be a Reel… or a carousel… or a story?” In this episode I break down what each format does best, how to pick based on your goal (reach, engagement, conversion), my simple 70/30 posting formula, and the #1 mistake that keeps creators stuck.

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38. Reels, Carousels, or Stories? The Posting Formula That Actually Gets Results

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38. Reels, Carousels, or Stories? The Posting Formula That Actually Gets Results

38. Reels, Carousels, or Stories? The Posting Formula That Actually Gets Results