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  • 219 comments100K likes166 breakout score
    zauey.talks1M views

    Why it worked

    Starting with a massive recent science award instantly hooks curious minds.

    Make it yours

    Explain a major news story in your field using a simple physical prop.

    Reel by @zauey.talks, 1M views, posted .

    @zauey.talksZAUEY (Claire Zau)Verified@zauey.talks+10K followers this week
  • 58 comments30K likes279 breakout score
    realisamays639K views

    Why it worked

    Starts with a bold claim about packing less that calls out a common travel annoyance.

    Make it yours

    Call out a costly mistake in your niche right at the start and fix it fast.

    Reel by @realisamays, 639K views, posted .

    @realisamaysLisa | The Miles Academy ✈️Verified@realisamays+6.5K followers this week
  • 655 comments73K likes153 breakout score
    ultimatevacationn1M views

    Why it worked

    Starting with a bold claim about a secret spot creates instant curiosity.

    Make it yours

    Film a jaw-dropping view and claim it is the best one in your area.

    Reel by @ultimatevacationn, 1M views, posted .

    @ultimatevacationnLogan and Audri | Travel🌎Verified@ultimatevacationn+11K followers this week

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603 comments19K likes127 breakout score
brycepete.thepilot671K views

Why it worked

It names a hidden fear right away and promises a simple answer.

Make it yours

Start your video by describing a scary moment your audience knows well.

Reel by @brycepete.thepilot, 671K views, posted .

@brycepete.thepilotBryce Petersen | Fly Without FearVerified@brycepete.thepilot+18K followers this week

Growth+42,379

Reel posted Oct 7148.3K163.3K178.3K197.5KSep 10Sep 17Sep 24Oct 2Oct 10
1K comments61K likes71 breakout score
clayg0ff817K views

Why it worked

It drops you straight into a close up product tour without any intro fluff.

Make it yours

Show your new items up close while naming three unique design details fast.

Reel by @clayg0ff, 817K views, posted .

@clayg0ffClayton Goff@clayg0ff+4.1K followers this week

Growth+29,701

Reel posted Sep 2452K61K70K86.4KSep 10Sep 17Sep 24Oct 2Oct 10

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What’s working in cooking this week

1. Practical kitchen hacks with an immediate payoff

The winning structure is: show the useful result immediately, add a curiosity-led text hook, then demonstrate the trick quickly.

  • 348 comments57K likes
    elle_kvl17M views

    Why it worked

    Starting with a bold promise about family secrets hooked viewers instantly.

    Make it yours

    Film three fast kitchen tips and tease an old secret right at the start.

    Reel by @elle_kvl, 17M views, posted .

  • 232 comments9K likes
    elle_kvl1M views

    Why it worked

    Starting with the messy part immediately made people curious about the fix.

    Make it yours

    Show an old trick your family uses instead of a modern machine.

    Reel by @elle_kvl, 1M views, posted .

  • 21K comments147K likes
    brunchwithbabs3M views

    Why it worked

    Showing the giant food spread right at the start makes viewers stop scrolling.

    Make it yours

    Film your finished product first before you explain how you made it.

    Reel by @brunchwithbabs, 3M views, posted .

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234K followers·372 following

Growth+112,168

113K148K183K243.1KSep 15Sep 21Sep 27Oct 4Oct 10

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719 comments33K likes236 breakout score
indiapattonn602K views

Why it worked

Starts with a blunt and funny truth that instantly makes viewers nod in agreement.

Make it yours

Share a bold personal pet peeve and walk away into your favorite scenery.

Reel by @indiapattonn, 602K views, posted .

@indiapattonnIndia Marie@indiapattonn+17K followers this week

Growth+135,942

Reel posted Sep 2357.7K97.7K137.7K215.4KSep 10Sep 17Sep 24Oct 2Oct 10

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  • 358 comments88K likes295 breakout score
    scottymuirhead2M views

    Why it worked

    It pairs an absurd work joke with a funny visual to stop the scroll.

    Make it yours

    Film a common workplace frustration and exaggerate the solution.

    Reel by @scottymuirhead, 2M views, posted .

  • 33 comments4K likes47 breakout score
    corporatedropout_confessions216K views

    Why it worked

    It acts out a common workplace fear through snappy dialogue.

    Make it yours

    Film a short scene showing a funny red flag at your job tomorrow.

    Reel by @corporatedropout_confessions, 216K views, posted .

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  • @bandanaBandanaVerified@bandana

    +41K followers this month · +21%

    234K followers · 9 reels · 5.3M avg views

    Reel by @bandana, 18M views18M viewsReel by @bandana, 1M views1M viewsReel by @bandana, 200K views200K views
  • @mountainsledgeMountain's Ledge - Lux Rentals With A View Near Chattanooga, TNVerified@mountainsledge

    +3.8K followers this month · +23%

    20K followers · 25 reels · 34K avg views

    Reel by @mountainsledge, 246K views246K viewsReel by @mountainsledge, 172K views172K viewsReel by @mountainsledge, 136K views136K views
  • @reedmakesvideosReed Parish@reedmakesvideos

    +90K followers this month · +62%

    235K followers · 20 reels · 994K avg views

    Reel by @reedmakesvideos, 327K views327K viewsReel by @reedmakesvideos, 126K views126K viewsReel by @reedmakesvideos, 116K views116K views
How does Ascend Viral work?

Ascend Viral is now Ascend, the #1 growth platform for brands and creators on Instagram. Ascend analyzes top viral videos in your niche and shows you what works best for your account. On Growth and Viral, the Growth plan adds targeted, local followers. More on how it works.

Is Ascend the same company as Ascend Viral?

Yes. Ascend Viral is now Ascend. Read the announcement.

Will Ascend Viral work for me?

If you’re a creator, brand or local business posting Reels, yes. See who it’s for.

How much will I grow?

That depends on your niche, your content and who you target. Post what works and watch your reach expand. See what drives growth.

When can I expect results?

You’ll see what works in your niche the day you sign up. Growth plan followers add up week by week. See the timeline.

Why should I pick Ascend Viral?

Because you stop guessing. Ascend is the only AI that watches thousands of viral videos every day, and on Growth and Viral the Growth plan brings targeted, local followers. See why people pick Ascend.

Can I try Ascend for free?

Yes. Start with a free account, or try any plan free for 5 days.

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