#108: How to get your first 1,000 Instagram followers

Hitting 1,000 followers on Instagram is one of those milestone moments we all chase. In this episode, I’m breaking down exactly how I did it for my new account, Busy with Books.

I launched the account in August 2024 and reached 1k followers in May 2025 — all without posting every day, dancing on Reels, or using “hashtag hacks.” This episode walks you through the sustainable strategy I used to grow an engaged audience and how you can do the same.

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