Instagram’s New Map, Reposts & Friends Tab: What Small Businesses Need to Know

Social Goals: Social media strategy for small businesses by Social Kat Media

Episode notes

Instagram has rolled out three new updates this week — and they’ve got small business owners talking. In this episode of Social Goals, I break down:

  • The controversial new Map feature and why you should think twice before turning it on.
  • How to use Reposts strategically to boost engagement without hurting your analytics.
  • What the new Friends tab in Reels means for your content visibility.

You’ll walk away with practical safety tips, fresh marketing ideas, and a clear plan for leveraging these changes in a way that actually helps your local business grow.

What I cover in this episode:

🚫 Map feature risks: what it does, how it works, and why keeping it off is safest.

📲 Repost button: smart wa ... 

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Social Media StrategySmall Business MarketingInstagram Strategyinstagram marketinglocal business marketing