I once followed a niche brand that I really liked and noticed they were asking for feedback on a new product launch. I didn't just leave a generic comment; I wrote a thoughtful response explaining what I liked about the design and tagged a friend who I knew would love it. The brand replied to my comment, and it started a small thread of conversation with other fans. This taught me that being specific and genuinely helpful is the best way to 'warm up' an account and build a real connection with an audience.

I stay up to date by actively engaging with the 'For You' and 'Explore' pages on both platforms daily to see which sounds, hashtags, and visual styles are currently peaking. I also follow several 'trend report' creators and industry newsletters that break down algorithm shifts. Beyond just watching, I pay attention to the comment sections to see how audiences are reacting to specific formats, which helps me understand the 'vibe' of a trend before it becomes oversaturated.