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If you’ve ever wondered how to sell products on Instagram, Hana breaks it down in today’s issue!

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  • Top 3 recommended reads

  • Ibrahim shares how to turn any plain product shot into a scroll-stopping lifestyle ad

  • Hana answers the social media question of the week

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  • Step-by-step workshop on turning any plain product shot into a lifestyle ad

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Recommended reads

Tip: Loss aversion works through trial countdown timers and “spots filling up” messaging that creates urgency.

Tips: Effective testing starts with finding what’s not working. Use tools like Google Analytics or Mixpanel to spot weak pages or drop-offs.

“When prices go up, loyalty goes down. 68% of Americans are shifting away from Chinese ecomm giants like Temu, Shein, and AliExpress”

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Social media

Social media question of the week

Instagram Stories

That's your answer. Not your feed, not even reels.

What billion-dollar brands actually do

The Instagram Stories Sales System

  • 2-4 stories per day (maximum)

  • Less SKUs? Keep it to 1 story daily

  • Don't spam or you'll lose followers faster than you gain sales

  • Make the shop link your best friend.

Lululemon's Stealth Strategy

👆 They repost ambassador content and sneak in a shop link

The customer doesn't feel sold to, they feel inspired by real people wearing the product.

Benefit Cosmetics' Direct Approach

👆 Clear sale creative with "Shop Now" button

No confusion, no extra steps. See product → want product → buy product.

Chamberlain Coffee's FOMO Formula

👆 Countdown to seasonal box subscription + inside look = instant urgency

They show what's inside AFTER building anticipation. Classic scarcity play.

Every successful brand follows the same formula:

  1. Hook with value 

  2. Show the product in real use cases

  3. Make buying effortless with a clear CTA

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Until Next Time,

Hana

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