The FIG regime and Overseas Workday Relief for your...
Are you new to the UK?
The remittance basis is gone. Since 6 April 2025, it's been replaced by the Foreign Income and…
02.10.2025
Social Media Updates You Should Actually Care About (October 2025 Edition)
If you feel like the social platforms are changing every five minutes… well, you’re not wrong. New features, algorithm shifts, and updates keep rolling out and staying ahead of them can make the difference between your content flying or flopping.
Here’s a quick round-up of updates worth knowing 👇
DMs Are Instagram’s Secret Sauce
Instagram boss Adam Mosseri, has confirmed what we’ve all suspected: sends matter more than likes. If people are sending your content into their DMs, that’s the strongest reach signal right now. Time to create posts that spark conversation and sharing.
LinkedIn Video Views Take a Hit
Noticed fewer views on your LinkedIn videos lately? You’re not alone. A recent algorithm tweak has left many creators reporting dips in reach. If this is you, keep testing, stay consistent, and don’t ditch video just yet.
Shareable Insights on Instagram
Instagram is making reporting easier with Shareable Insights. You’ll soon be able to export your post, Reel, or campaign data as a PDF directly from the app. A win for creators and marketers who love a tidy report.
Shorter Reels = Better Reach
Instagram will now warn you if your Reel is longer than three minutes. Why? Because anything beyond that won’t get recommended to new audiences. Keep it tight, punchy, and engaging.
Story Scheduling (Finally!)
One we’ve all been waiting for: Instagram is rolling out native Story scheduling inside the app. No more relying on third-party tools just to plan a simple Story.
TikTok’s Instagram-Style Activity Feed
TikTok is trialling an Activity Feed that shows you the videos people you follow have liked. A small shift, but one that could change how people discover new creators.
Threads Is Catching Up to X
Threads is edging closer to overtaking X (formerly Twitter) in daily active users. The slow takeover continues…
Some of these changes are small quality-of-life tweaks (like Story scheduling and shareable insights), while others (like LinkedIn’s algorithm changes and Instagram prioritising Sends) can really affect your strategy. The key? Stay adaptable. Test, tweak, and always keep your audience front and centre.
At Click&Connect Media, I specialise in helping small businesses, trades, venues, and independent brands stand out on social media. From content creation to growth strategy, I take a hands-on…
Landlord, Property Investor, Property Developers
Turn Renters Wild: Why Nature Boosts Your Bottom Line
Chalfont Saint Giles has a secret: the most sought-after rental homes aren’t just modern or pristine—they feel…
Landlord, Property maintenance
Tenants Ask to Redecorate? Risks, Rewards, and Rules
Imagine this: You’re enjoying a busy morning, sorting out bills and making sure your properties are running smoothly,…
More Articles
Landlord, Buy-to-let, Property Investor
Spotting the 3 Biggest Mistakes First-Time Landlords Make...
When Alison bought her first buy-to-let flat in Marlow, she thought she was stepping into easy passive income.
The…
Networking, Help to grow
Attending B2B Growth Expo in Milton Keynes on the 29th of...
Excited to be attending the B2B Growth Expo in Milton Keynes on 29th April.
If you're a business owner or founder…
Landlord, Tenant Arrears, Property portfolio
When the ‘No-Fault’ Eviction Disappears–Landlords Beware!
Picture this: It’s an overcast Thursday morning in Wooburn Green, and Mr. Ahmed, a local landlord, is sitting at his…