YouTube vs. Instagram: The Simple Funnel Every Business Needs in 2026 with Jamar Diggs

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I sat down with YouTube marketing strategist Jamar Diggs to talk about how coaches, consultants, and service providers can use long-form video as a strategic top-of-funnel engine. This is not about going viral. This is about visibility that converts.

Jamar breaks down the difference between content created for views and content created for leads. He shares how to build an organic YouTube funnel. We also talk about how YouTube and Instagram can work together to build trust faster and move people toward buying.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

02:07 – Why YouTube is powerful for business owners (not influencers)
09:11 – The shift from corporate marketing to building your own lead engine
10:34 – How showing up authentically unlocked more alignment and income
13:21 – Why niche clarity matters on YouTube
16:44 – How evergreen YouTube content becomes a long-term asset
17:38 – What an organic YouTube sales funnel actually looks like
20:49 – The role of lead magnets in converting YouTube viewers
21:48 – The difference between attraction platforms and community platforms
25:29 – The mindset shift business owners must make about YouTube
30:29 – What it really takes to get started (without burnout)
32:22 – Why every video needs a clear call to action

Key Takeaways:

YouTube is not about going viral.
It is about being discoverable. You are not competing with influencers. You are positioning your expertise.

Search-based content is powerful.
YouTube is the second largest search engine in the world. When someone searches for a solution, your content can meet them at the exact moment they need help.

Evergreen content compounds.
Videos you post today can generate leads years from now.

Every video is an asset.
Each piece of content should guide viewers to a next step, typically a lead magnet that moves them into your email ecosystem.

Long-form builds authority. Short-form builds proximity.
YouTube establishes depth and trust. Instagram builds connection and conversation. Together, they create momentum.

Links Mentioned:

• You can find Jamar on Instagram @jamardiggs
• Free YouTube Class for Service Providers + Experts
• Get the low-lift starter kit to finally set up a YouTube channel that adds qualified traffic to your sales funnels 24/7

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