Want More Engagement On Social Media? Do This For Ten Minutes Twice A Day

Struggling to get more likes, comments, and shares on social media? You might be missing the most powerful (and easiest) strategy to boost your engagement—spending just 10 minutes, twice a day!

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Megan Baxter - Social Media Strategist / Digital Marketing Specialist

5/8/20243 min read

If you’ve ever posted on social media and felt disappointed by the lack of likes, comments, or shares—you’re not alone.

Many business owners put a lot of time and effort into creating content, only to have it barely seen by anyone. It’s frustrating, right?

But here’s the thing: social media success isn’t just about what you post—it’s about how you engage.

What if I told you that by spending just 10 minutes, twice a day, you could dramatically increase your reach, get more engagement, and build a stronger connection with your audience?

It’s a simple, no-cost strategy that works with the social media algorithm instead of against it. And today, I’m going to show you exactly how to do it.

Why Social Media Engagement Matters

Social media platforms like Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok run on algorithms. These algorithms decide which posts get shown to more people—and which ones get buried.

Here’s how it works:

➡️ Posts that get engagement (likes, comments, shares) quickly are shown to more people.
➡️ Accounts that engage with others regularly get prioritized in feeds.
➡️ The more active you are, the more people will see your posts and page.

This means that if you’re just posting and walking away, you’re missing a huge opportunity!

Engagement is a two-way street. The more you engage, the more engagement you receive.

So instead of spending hours on social media, let’s create a simple daily habit: 10 minutes in the morning and 10 minutes in the evening.

The 10-Minute, Twice-a-Day Engagement Strategy

This strategy is designed to work with the algorithm while also helping you build real relationships with your audience.

You’ll spend just 10 minutes in the morning and 10 minutes in the evening engaging on social media. That’s only 20 minutes a day—but it can have a massive impact!

Here’s how it works:

Morning Engagement (10 Minutes ☀️)

Start your day by warming up your social media presence!

🔹 1. Comment on 5–10 posts from your ideal audience.

  • Go to your feed or search relevant hashtags and leave meaningful comments.

  • Example: Instead of “Love this! 😍,” say, “This is such great advice! Have you tried [your own tip] as well?”

🔹 2. Respond to comments and messages on your own posts.

  • If someone commented on your post yesterday, reply to them now.

  • If you have DMs, take a moment to respond and build the conversation.

🔹 3. Interact in groups or hashtags.

  • Join discussions in Facebook Groups related to your niche.

  • On Instagram or LinkedIn, engage with posts under relevant hashtags.

  • Example: If you sell skincare, engage with posts under #selfcare or #skincareroutine.

Why This Works:

  • Engaging early in the day keeps your account active and signals the algorithm to prioritize your content.

  • The more you interact, the more people will return the favor by engaging with your posts.

Evening Engagement (10 Minutes 🌙)

Now, let’s check back in and keep the momentum going!

🔹 1. Like and comment on another 5–10 posts.

  • Focus on people who engaged with you earlier in the day or who are active in your niche.

  • Example: “I love your approach to [topic]. How did you come up with this idea?”

🔹 2. Reply to all comments on your own posts.

  • This keeps the conversation going and boosts your post’s reach.

  • Try asking a follow-up question to encourage more engagement.

🔹 3. Engage with new followers or potential customers.

  • If someone followed you, send a friendly DM: “Hey [Name]! Thanks for following! What type of content do you enjoy most?”

  • If you see someone asking a question in a group or comment section, offer a helpful response.

Why This Works:

  • Ending your day with engagement ensures that your account stays active in people’s minds.

  • It increases the likelihood that they’ll see your content the next day.

What Makes This Strategy So Powerful?

It fits into a busy schedule.

  • No need to spend hours on social media—just 10 minutes, twice a day.

It builds real connections.

  • Instead of focusing only on posting, you’re interacting with real people.

It works with the algorithm.

  • The more engagement you give, the more visibility your posts get.

It increases your chances of going viral.

  • If your post gets early engagement, the platform will show it to more people.

How to Measure Your Results 📊

Want to know if this strategy is working? Here’s what to track:

📌 Post Reach – Is your content reaching more people?
📌 Engagement (Likes, Comments, Shares) – Are people interacting with your posts more?
📌 Follower Growth – Are new people finding and following you?

Try this strategy for one week, then compare your engagement stats from before and after. You’ll likely see a big difference!

What If You Miss a Session?

Don’t stress! Social media isn’t about perfection—it’s about consistency. If you miss a session, just pick it back up the next day.

Even if you can only do one 10-minute session per day, it’s still better than posting and walking away.

Show Up, Engage, and Watch Your Social Media Grow!

At the end of the day, social media success isn’t just about posting—it’s about building relationships.

➡️ If you engage, people will engage back.
➡️ If you comment, people will notice you.
➡️ If you show up daily, your brand will grow.

So, are you ready to give this a try? Set a timer for 10 minutes and start engaging—then do it again later today.

Let me know in the form below: What’s your biggest struggle with social media engagement? I’d love to help! ❤️