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Good post + bad timing = zero likes. Let’s fix that.
Midjourney
Are your carefully crafted social media posts getting the same amount of attention as a tree falling in the forest with no one around? As the French say, that’s no bueno.
Running a business is hard enough without your social media posts falling flat. You spent 30 minutes picking the perfect image, debated emojis for another 12, added hashtags that deserve a Pulitzer, and then? Radio silence.
Truth is, timing matters. A lot.
Social media platforms don’t care how good your post is if you’re posting when nobody’s watching. So here’s the inside scoop on when to hit publish, plus some quick-hit tips to help you win the algorithm game.
📅 Best times to post by platform
Instagram: Reels get better engagement during lunch hours (11 a.m. to 1 p.m.)
✔️ Best: Monday through Thursday, 9 a.m. to 11 a.m.
❌ Avoid: Late nights and Sundays
Facebook: Go live or ask a question. Facebook likes conversations.
✔️ Best: Weekdays, especially Tuesday and Thursday, 8 a.m. to 12 p.m.
❌ Avoid: Weekends after 2 p.m.
X: Short, punchy posts with a strong hook work best. No rambling.
✔️ Best: Weekdays around 9 a.m. or 12 p.m.
❌ Avoid: Friday evenings
LinkedIn: Lead with insight or value, not a sales pitch.
✔️ Best: Tuesday through Thursday, 8 a.m. to 10 a.m.
❌ Avoid: Evenings and weekends
TikTok: First 2 to 3 seconds matter most. Hook your viewer instantly.
✔️ Best: Tuesday, Thursday and Friday, 2 p.m. to 5 p.m.
❌ Avoid: Posting just once a week
✅ Schedule posts in your PJs
Want to stay consistent on social media without being glued to your phone 24/7? Here’s an insider tip. Use smart scheduling tools like Buffer, Later or Hootsuite to post at peak engagement times even if you’re still in bed sipping coffee.
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