Where Do I Start: An Inspiration Guide to Starting with Planoly
Whether you’re planning your first post or mapping out a full month of content, this guide will help you get started with confidence. Inside, you’ll find tips, tools, and inspiration to make your workflow smoother and your content more intentional. From planning and publishing to monetization. Let’s turn your ideas into beautiful content!
Turn your 5 to 9 into your 9 to 5
To kick things off, check out this video from a Creator on how they use Planoly to plan out their content for a week!
Plan & Schedule
Jot ideas before they slip away
Use Calendar Notes as a brainstorming pad. Anytime inspiration strikes, whether it’s a campaign idea, trending sound, or caption draft, drop it in as a note to revisit later. Stockpile some media or links with the Media library for grab and go options and quick posting.
Save dates that matter
Mark holidays, launches, or seasonal moments with notes so you always know what’s coming up and can plan content around them. Don't forget to use the Trending Content to stay up to date with post content going viral. Use color coding to ssign colors or categories to notes and quickly see what type of content (promo, lifestyle, educational, etc.) you have planned.
Block out posting slots with Placeholders
Drag and drop a Placeholder onto your grid or calendar where you know you want a post to go, even if you don’t have the content ready yet. Don't worry, nothing is set in stone!
Keep your flow consistent
Placeholders help you visualize your posting frequency and maintain a balanced grid or calendar cadence. You can even Bulk Upload media for a quick content dump!
Turn ideas into posts faster
When you’re ready, replace your Placeholder with real content, no need to start from scratch. Don't reinvent the wheel. Duplicate the post with a few clicks or have some help with Stock Images.
Collaborate with ease
If you work with a team, use notes and placeholders or the Teamwork feature to communicate ideas or leave reminders so everyone stays aligned.
Sell Your Products
Make your mark
Use our customization tools to create your brand from the ground up. You can edit and design your store within the platform.
Use your store to sell anything
From digital downloads, e-courses, and 1:1 calls to Print on demand physical merch and so much more.
Get a boost
You can add tips and affiliate links to increase your income and stay in the know with your business with quick Analytics right on your dashboard.
Everything in one place
With Planoly's Social Planner and Creator Store all in one platform, you can seamlessly connect with your customers and followers with a few clicks. Not to mention, our Marketing Funnels take the fuss out of communication and Auto-DMs keep you in the moment.
Common Questions
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What do I start with?
- After creating your account, start by connecting your main social channels. No need to add them all at once. Next, head to your Calendar and drop in a few Notes or Placeholders to map out your first ideas. Once you’ve got a rough plan, upload and organize content in your Media Library so everything’s ready when you need it.
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I don't know what type of post is best?
- Don’t stress about getting it perfect! Start with the type of content your audience already engages with; behind-the-scenes, tips, product highlights, or personal stories. If you’re unsure, check out trending content for inspiration and adapt it to fit your brand.
- I don't have a ton of time, so how I can I be efficient?
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Treat planning like batching tasks. Breaking it down keeps things quick and manageable—so you’re planning ahead without spending hours every day.For example:
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Monday: Upload media to your Library
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Tuesday: Add Notes for upcoming ideas or key dates
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Wednesday: Drop Placeholders to outline your posting schedule
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Thursday: Turn your Placeholders into drafts
- Friday: Watch the posts fly
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- What if I don't have any products yet?
- No problem! You can always create your store and build products over time. Start small like a digital download if you wan to design content or maybe if you want to connect with people, offer 1:1 calls. Not every product looks the same for every Creator.
Partnership
Want to walk through it together? Use this link to meet with a Planoly Support rep!