What’s New in Social
Instagram tests a “Re-Post” feature
Instagram says, “We’re exploring the ability to reshare posts in Feed – similar to how you can reshare in Stories – so people can share what resonates with them”.
Instagram tests an “Add Topics” section in Reels
This feature would help with your Reels recommendations. Users will be able to add topics to their Reels uploads to better categorize their content.
TikTok adds more regional trend insights
This update will allow you to see key market trends! This will be super helpful for holiday planning.
In Other News
HeyOrca is hiring a Product Manager!
TikTok rated “Most innovative” ad platform
YouTube launches an ad-free video player for education
Snap is cancelling several projects and laying off 20% of staff
Twitter will now let you schedule up to 10 Spaces broadcasts at once
Join 3,000+ professionals like yourself in the HeyOrca Community Facebook Group! Here’s a highlight from this week.
Social Holidays for the Month of September
September 4 – Eat an Extra Dessert Day
September 5 – Labor Day
September 6 – Read a Book Day
September 10 – National Suicide Prevention Day
September 11 – National Grandparents Day
September 15 – First Day of National Hispanic Heritage Month
September 16 – Guacamole Day
September 17 – Constitution Day and Citizenship Day / Simchat Torah
September 21 – International Day of Peace / World Gratitude
September 22 – September Equinox / Hobbit Day
September 25 – Rosh Hashanah Starts
September 30 – National Day for Truth and Reconciliation / International Podcast Day
Sync all of the social media holidays for the year with your Google Calendar by clicking here.