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How to Increase Engagement on Social Media in 2024

Crescitaly Staff

Crescitaly Staff

— 4 min read

At 2:07 AM on a Tuesday morning, a creator with 321 followers posted a 12-second TikTok. By Friday, she had 2.3 million views, 148K new followers, and five brand emails in her inbox.

Welcome to the attention economy—where engagement is the currency, and social media platforms are Wall Street. Whether you're building a brand, launching a product, or growing a community, what you really need isn’t just followers—it’s interaction: likes, comments, shares, saves. So, how do you increase engagement on social media in a way that brings results, not just noise?

Let’s dive deep, platform by platform, into actionable strategies for boosting engagement in 2024—and the tools marketers and creators are using to stay ahead.

Why Engagement Matters More Than Ever

In a world of algorithm-driven feeds, engagement isn’t just a “nice to have”—it’s the signal that gets you seen.

  • Instagram’s algorithm favors content that gets quick likes, comments, saves, and shares.
  • TikTok tracks watch time, comments, and shares to determine virality.
  • YouTube prioritizes watch duration and user interaction like likes and community posts.
  • Telegram groups and channels thrive on participation—polls, replies, and discussion threads boost visibility within the platform.
“Engagement is the most important KPI in 2024. Views can be misleading—people engage with what resonates.” — SocialMetrics.io report

Platform-Specific Strategies for Boosting Engagement

Instagram: From Feed to DMs

Instagram is no longer just about pretty grids. To increase engagement:

  • Reels First: Post at least 3–4 short-form Reels per week. Instagram’s native data shows Reels receive 22% more interactions than static posts.
  • Use Stickers in Stories: Polls, quizzes, sliders—these tools give your followers tiny moments of interaction that ripple through the algorithm.
  • Comment Triggers: Ask specific questions in captions. Instead of “What do you think?”, try “Would you wear this in summer or fall?”
  • Reply in DMs or Comments: Instagram notices. And rewards. Every DM or comment is engagement fuel.

Using Crescitaly.com’s dashboard, Instagram marketers can monitor not just follower growth, but engagement velocity—how fast likes and comments begin after a post is published. This insight helps creators double down on what works.

TikTok: The Playground of Authenticity

The TikTok audience smells advertising from a mile away. Bring candor and quick timing, and you'll stay relevant.

  • Hook within 3 Seconds: Start fast—data shows users swipe away in under 2.5 seconds if not engaged.
  • Storytelling over Editing: High-production value often gets fewer comments than videos shot with authenticity.
  • Reply with a Video: Responding to comments via video not only builds connection—it boosts reach.
  • Hashtag Clustering: Use a mix of trending, niche, and community-oriented hashtags to expand algorithmic exposure.

Many TikTok growth strategists using Crescitaly’s advanced panel also track competitor performance to reverse-engineer what drives their most commented and shared content.

YouTube: Building Conversations, Not Just Views

YouTube engagement isn’t just about likes—comments, community posts, and watch-through rates are critical.

  • Prompt with Purpose: End videos with a compelling question. “Which of these strategies would you try first?” encourages comments more than generic CTAs.
  • Use the Community Tab: Post polls, behind-the-scenes, and teaser images to keep your audience engaged between uploads.
  • Long Form Isn’t Dead: Videos over 8 minutes boost watch time and open monetization doors—but they must hold attention and invite interaction.
“Our YouTube channel saw a 47% boost in comments after we started using community polls weekly.” — Creator case study, Crescitaly.com

Telegram: The Underrated Engagement Engine

Telegram may not get headlines like TikTok or Instagram, but its engagement rates are off the charts—especially for branded communities.

  • Use Scheduled Content: Consistency builds expectation. Use bots for daily tips, Q&As, or short news blasts.
  • Pinned Messages & Emojis: Make your CTA stand out in cluttered chats. Emojis and visuals increase click-through by up to 17%.
  • Polls, Quizzes, Countdowns: Interactive tools that feel native to the chat interface drive reply volume.

Telegram channel admins using Crescitaly benefit from real-time analytics that identify which message types get the most reactions—clicks, hearts, replies—so they can fine-tune post formats and timing.

Cross-Platform Techniques to Increase Engagement

While each platform has its quirks, there are universal truths when it comes to triggering interaction.

Create “Comment-First” Content

Design every piece of content with a built-in reply moment:

  • A surprising stat?
  • A controversial take?
  • A question no one else is asking?

Social platforms interpret comments as a sign of strong user interest. More comments = more reach. Simple math.

Go Live (and Mean It)

Live streams, especially on Instagram and YouTube, still produce the highest real-time engagement. Promote your live sessions using group announcements or countdown stories. During the stream, give shoutouts to commenters—that loop can skyrocket participation.

Visual Triggers Beat Text

Emojis, bold formatting, GIFs, and video replies draw the eye. Telegram and Instagram Stories perform far better when you're incorporating rich visuals—even over text-heavy educational content.

Conclusion: Engagement is a System, Not a Secret

Growth without engagement is a ghost town. Whether you’re a solo creator marketing digital products, or a brand managing multi-platform communities, the mission in 2024 is to spark conversations—not just chase followers.

Here’s your takeaway playbook:

  • Tailor content to each platform’s engagement style.
  • Use smart tools like Crescitaly to measure what matters: real engagement—not vanity metrics.
  • Post like a human. Ask real questions. Celebrate every comment and reply.

Engagement isn’t magic. But with the right rhythm, community cues, and tech to help track it, you’ll find every post gets closer to the momentum you’re after.

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