Kirsti Lang

Kirsti is a journalist turned content marketer based in Cape Town, South Africa. Her work has appeared in publications like Women's Health, Harper's Bazaar, Runner's World, Red, and Sheerluxe.

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InstagramOct 23, 2024
Data Shows Instagram Reels are Best For Reach — But Not Engagement

A deep dive from our data scientist has uncovered some fascinating patterns in Instagram reach and engagement — and how they've evolved over the years.

ThreadsOct 21, 2024
How to Get More Followers on Threads: 9 Tactics to Help You Grow

Tried and tested strategies for growing your following on Threads, with insider tips from the Threads team.

InstagramOct 16, 2024
What You Need to Know About Instagram Broadcast Channels (+ How to Create Them)

Instagram Broadcast Channels offer a unique way to connect with your most engaged followers. Here's everything you need to know about creating yours.

InstagramOct 8, 2024
How to Schedule Instagram Posts (For Free): Step-by-Step Guide to 2 Options

Exactly how to schedule posts on Instagram to improve your consistency and performance on social media.

InstagramOct 1, 2024
How to Add a Link to an Instagram Story (+ Examples to Inspire You)

A quick, step-by-step guide on everything you need to know about adding Instagram's link stickers to your stories, plus examples of how brands and creators use them.

LinkedInSep 26, 2024
How to Become a LinkedIn Top Voice — After the Platform Retires Gold 'Community Top Voice' Badge

Here’s everything you need to know about LinkedIn Top Voices, including why their 'Community Top Voice' program has been retired.

The Best Time to Post on Social Media in 2025: Times for Every Major Site

We pored over millions of posts on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, TikTok, and LinkedIn to pinpoint when the best-performing content was published.

7 Simple Habits to Help You Get Better at Creating Content More Consistently

Working smarter, not harder, can be an absolute game-changer when it comes to creating content more consistently. There are a host of simple habits you can adopt to lighten the load and make the process of building your social media following so much smoother.

LinkedInSep 11, 2024
LinkedIn Learnings: Advice for Growing Your Audience from the Buffer Team

Tried-and-tested LinkedIn creator strategies from the Buffer team after several months of being active on the platform.

LinkedInSep 9, 2024
LinkedIn’s Video Feed is Here: Here’s How to Create + Share Video on the Platform

An early guide to getting started with video content on LinkedIn — and how to make the most of the boost the platform seems to be giving it right now.

How to Write a Blog Post: A Full Breakdown of How We Do it at Buffer

Are you curious how we write the posts on our blog? Or looking for simple guidance on writing your first blog post? Then this article is for you.

Types of Social Media Content: 30+ Ideas for Your Next Post (With Examples)

A comprehensive guide to every social media content type, along with several ideas for each to fill your content calendar.

TikTokAug 19, 2024
TikTok Lives Can Help Boost Your Following — Here’s How to Go Live + Why You Should

Everything you need to know before your first TikTok Live, including a step-by-step guide and best practices, along with some ideas to inspire you.

ToolsAug 14, 2024
Buffer vs. Hootsuite: Which Social Media Management Tool is Right For You?

A deep dive into the differences between Buffer and Hootsuite, including pricing, features, and who each social media tool might be the best fit for.

TikTokAug 5, 2024
My TikTok Experiment: How I Grew My Following by More Than 1,000% in 30 Days

I stuck to several simple, sensible tactics on TikTok. Here are the ones that got results, those that didn’t, and a couple of nifty tips and tricks I learned along the way.

From Platforms to Protocols: Making Sense of Decentralized Social Media (and What it Means for the Future)

A deep dive into the world of decentralized social media. Learn about the history of the phenomenon, the challenges these new platforms face, and what it all means for the future.

BlueskyJul 30, 2024
Buffer Now Supports Bluesky! Here’s How to Schedule, Cross-post, and More

A step-by-step guide to scheduling your posts to Bluesky, cross-posting to other platforms like X or Mastodon, and even creating threads.

YouTubeJul 29, 2024
YouTube Community Posts: What They Are and 11+ Ways to Use Them

Everything you need to know about YouTube Community Posts, with tips, tricks, and some great examples from seasoned YouTube creators and brands

FacebookJul 22, 2024
How to Run Facebook Ads: Beginner's Guide to Advertising on Facebook

Everything you need to know about Facebook Ads to get your campaigns up and running.

How to Use Reddit: A Beginner’s Guide for Marketers + Creators

How to get started on Reddit as a marketer, business owner, or creator to expand your brand's reach — and why you should.

LinkedInJul 11, 2024
30 Days of LinkedIn Post Prompts to Help You Build Your Following + Personal Brand

A full month of LinkedIn prompts to inspire your next 30 posts (with examples!).

AIJul 3, 2024
7 of the Best AI Image Generators for Creators and Marketers + Example Images

Tried and tested: These AI image generators consistently delivered the best results. Here's a look at how they work, how much they cost, and how they handled a specific prompt.

TikTokJul 1, 2024
How to Use TikTok Studio: A Handy Tool for Growing on the Platform

A walk through this must-try new tool for creators and brands, and how to find all the hidden gems TikTok Studio offers.

InstagramJun 25, 2024
Instagram Notes is Growing at a ‘Wild’ Pace: Here’s How to Use the Feature Strategically

How to use Instagram notes as a creator or brand — and why it's a new feature not to be ignored.