Instagram quietly released one of its most powerful growth tools and most creators still aren’t using it.

In this episode, Reggie and Vitaly break down Instagram Trial Reels and how posting to non-followers first can give your content a second life without impacting your existing audience.

They explain how trial reels use a separate algorithm, why this allows faster A/B testing of hooks and CTAs, and how even creators with a single video can leverage this feature for more reach, more engagement, and smarter posting.

The episode also covers bulk scheduling via Vista Social, common mistakes that reduce reach, and practical tips to maximize performance.

If you want to grow your Instagram audience, test content faster, and get more views without guesswork, this is your episode.

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Reggie and Vitaly have built Vista Social as a fully remote company and along the way, they’ve learned what actually drives performance, trust, and growth when no one is watching. From enforcing presence in meetings to rejecting multitasking culture, they explain why discipline still matters even in flexible work environments.

The conversation expands beyond work into parenting in the digital age. They talk honestly about raising kids surrounded by social media, why banning technology doesn’t work, and how values, boundaries, and balance matter more than control. They also unpack the realities of business partnerships - why most fail, how equity creates tension, and why choosing a partner is closer to choosing a spouse than hiring an employee.

Vitaly and Reggie break down:

• What it really takes to run effective remote teams
• Why presence and focus matter more than flexibility
• Parenting in a world shaped by TikTok, YouTube, and algorithms
• Why most business partnerships fail and how to avoid it
• How competition is won through consistent extra effort, not talent
• The work ethic lesson behind Kobe Bryant’s legendary mindset

If you’re building remotely, raising kids in a digital world, or trying to stand out in a competitive career, this is your episode.

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Reggie grew up in Brazil, moved to the U.S. at age seven with no English, watched his father deliver newspapers and clean offices at night, and learned early that no job is beneath you when you’re building something. He went from making websites at 12, to rental car counter work, to landing a customer support job and suddenly being asked to lead product strategy without any formal product background.

Vitaly and Reggie break down:

• The immigrant work mindset and why it produces results
• How curiosity is the most valuable skill in business
• Why you must provide value beyond your job description to grow
• Handling imposter syndrome at every level
• Real career advice: "Don’t wait until you're ready — you get ready while you’re doing it.

If you're starting from zero, want a career in SaaS, or feel “unqualified,” this is your episode.

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Dive into a candid discussion about the rapidly evolving worlds of higher education, business, and technology. This video breaks down:

• Why colleges are failing to provide real value in today’s information-rich world
• The harsh truths facing marketers, entrepreneurs, and tech teams
• How multitasking and constant phone use are draining our creativity and focus
• Lessons in leadership, team-building, and spotting truly invested employees
• The reality behind data privacy, societal changes, and technological evolution

Featuring real-life anecdotes, business advice, and thought-provoking takes on success, AI, and what it means to thrive in the modern age. If you’re trying to build a successful career or business without falling for the hype, this one’s for you.

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In this insightful episode, explore why everyone is becoming an AI operator and why mastering prompt engineering is the key differentiator in the modern workforce. Learn how to effectively communicate with AI to get the results you want—a skill that takes just 10 minutes of proper setup versus 50 minutes of back-and-forth fixes. The conversation also delves into global marketing challenges across different cultures and geographical regions, examining real examples from Sweden to the UK to show how cultural nuances still matter despite the supposed cultural flattening from media. A major part of this discussion focuses on demystifying "revolutionary" technology buzzwords. Discover how cloud computing, APIs, and AI integration aren't actually new—they're just rebranded existing concepts with fancy names. From AWS RDS being just hosted MySQL to MCP being REST API calls, learn to see through the marketing terminology and recognize the simplicity beneath. The episode concludes with thought-provoking discussions about AI's potential for real-world task automation, existential risks, and why treating AI like a good team member with proper context and instructions leads to superior results. Perfect for: Content creators, social media managers, and anyone looking to understand modern technology without the jargon.

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Why do most entrepreneurs fail — even when they have talent, passion, and a solid idea? In this episode, we discuss the deeper forces that make or break startups in today’s fast-paced world — from social media distractions and burnout to leadership blind spots and poor execution. This is not about luck; it’s about understanding the systems that separate success from failure.

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Many businesses struggle with hiring marketers who focus on deliverables instead of measurable results. In this eye-opening conversation, we dive deep into the biggest challenges business owners face when working with marketing agencies and in-house marketers.

What You'll Learn:

• Why focusing on deliverables instead of outcomes leads to failed marketing campaigns

• The "$5,000 a month trap" that keeps businesses stuck with underperforming agencies

• How long you should actually give marketers to show measurable results

• Essential systems every business needs to track marketing performance

• Red flags to watch for when hiring marketing talent

Key Topics Covered:

• Marketing accountability and ROI measurement

• The difference between short-term and long-term marketing strategies • How to evaluate marketing progress vs. final outcomes

• Setting realistic expectations for different marketing channels (SEO, paid ads, social media)

• Communication strategies between business owners and marketing teams This conversation reveals why many marketing relationships fail and provides actionable frameworks for building successful, results-driven marketing partnerships.

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In this eye-opening episode, we dive deep into the AI revolution that's reshaping every industry. From medical diagnostics achieving 95% accuracy on first try to self-driving cars becoming safer than human drivers, we explore the uncomfortable reality of AI's rapid advancement.

Key Discussion Points:
• How AI tools are transforming coding and customer support workflows
• The dilemma between short-term efficiency gains vs long-term skill development
• Real examples of companies achieving breakthrough AI performance
• Why every industry will be impacted by AI infrastructure
• The balance between human expertise and AI automation

This conversation gets real about the challenges tech leaders face when implementing AI while trying to maintain team expertise and competitive advantage.

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