If you’ve ever wondered about going viral on Instagram and what it really takes to grow your business through content creation, I’m sharing stories about how I recently helped two different accounts skyrocket over 30,000 followers using a simple, strategic reel with a powerful hook and how you can prepare if something similar happens to you. We’ll talk about the importance of having systems in place to capture and communicate with your new audience, and how I use tools like ManyChat to build my email list. I’m also taking a moment to reflect on my own business journey, including the recent explosion of my new content series that earned me thousands of new followers in just days, and why slow, steady growth can be just as valuable as an overnight viral moment. Remember, every growth journey looks a little different, so experiment a little and have fun creating!
**In this episode we’ll be covering:**
- How finding success always looks a little different for everyone and a quick look at two different accounts that gained 30K followers from one reel.
- Preparation for going viral by having systems and tools in place to manage the influx of followers and messages, especially important for new creators!
- Having fun with content creation will help you create better content, and most often the simplest content performs the best!
- Overnight growth vs. slow and steady, a reflection of my own business journey (spoiler: I wouldn’t change a thing!)
**Featured content in this episode:**
- Chelsea Explains
- Bitter Builds
**Recommended episodes:**
- Episode 120: Three Things To Set Up Before Your Content Goes Viral
- Episode 126: Make More Sales by Building Trust with Your Audience
- Episode 127: Create Trial Reels that Turn Viewers into Followers with Personalized Content
- Episode 128: The Rise of the Conversational Expert
- Episode 129: Start Thinking Outside Your Niche
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