Watch the video to learn how to navigate the community and get started.

Onboarding
Step 1 - Complete Your Profile
Step 2 - Introduce Yourself - (In the "introduction" circle)
Step 3 - Join us LIVE the last Wednesday of each month! (To RSVP, click here.)
Step 4 - Download the Mobile App. Apple devices, click here. Android devices, click here.

Challenges
30 Day Story Challenge: https://courses.myanichol.com/products/communities/iguniversity/challenges
You'll find the latest news here
What's New on Instagram
NUMBER 1:
Original Content Ranking
- From Instagram:
"First, when we find reposted content in recommendations, we will replace it with the original. We’ll also add a label to the repost linking back to the original, which will remain visible to the reposter’s followers. Second, we’re going to remove aggregators from recommendations if they repeatedly share unoriginal content that they didn’t enhance. To aggregator accounts out there: I recommend looking for ways to make content your own so you can continue to be recommended to people who don’t follow you.
NUMBER 2:
Recommendation Changes - Benefitting Smaller Accounts (10k followers or less)
From Instagram: "We have been working on a new way to rank recommendations to give all creators an equal chance of breaking through. Through this process, every piece of eligible content (e.g., content that is original, does not violate our community guidelines, has no visible watermarks and satisfies our recommendation guidelines) is shown to a small audience that we think will enjoy it, regardless of whether they follow the account that posted it or not. As this audience engages with the content, the top performing set of reels are shown to a slightly wider audience, then the best of these are shown to an even wider group, and so on. We’ll roll this out over the coming months."
See more Instagram news in the "Instagram Updates" circle.

Features in Testing:
1- Instagram is testing a new highlights story features that displays highlights from profiles you follow as stories (as a way to catch up if you missed the original content)
2- Wipe your algorithm clean: this will let users wipe their recommendations on the Explore, Reels, and Feed tabs, generating a fresh slate of suggestions. It will also allow users to review their follow list, filtering out accounts that no longer interest them
Plan ahead and mark your calendar!
Live Q&A Schedule
We meet live the last Wednesday of each month at 11am mdt. Tap the "RSVP Here" button below to RSVP and sign up for reminders of when the lives are taking place!
RSVP Here
January 29th 2025
February 26th 2025
March 26th 2025
Unlock FREE Bonuses!!!
Unlock Bonuses by Interacting in the Community
Interact in the community and unlock bonuses!!
Here are the bonuses you can unlock:
Level 1: A simple way to take your DM automations to the next level - 2,500 points
Level 2: Free Story Template Bundle - 4,000 points
Level 3: 50% off Autopilot Empire - 10,000 points
Level 4: 50% off Stories That Sell - 15,000 points
Level 5: Free 60 min 1:1 Coaching Call - 50,000 points
Get points when you:
- Complete a challenge (100 pts)
- Your post is inspiring (1 pt)
- You leave feedback/comment on a post (3pt, 1 comment per post)
- When you react to someone's post (1pt)
- Vote in a poll (1pt)
- First 5 messages sent (1 pt each for 5 messages only)
- Someone reacts to your message (1pt each reaction)
To see your points go to your profile in the top right hand corner and next to your picture you should see your total points!

New Trainings that have dropped in IGU:
-5 Story Strategy Trainings: how the algorithm works, 3 strategies, and time saving tips
-Creating your Ideal Client Avatar: in depth workbook included
Frequently Asked Questions

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Feedback
Get answers, support, and feedback from the community about the membership. Simply click on the Chat Room Circle.
Support
If you can't find the answer to your questions in the FAQ's above, or within the Start Here unit in IGU - email us > HERE

New Training Request
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