How to get 145k followers on LinkedIn in 1 year
The Startup Ideas Podcast - A podcast by Greg Isenberg

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I share my experience growing from zero to 145,000 LinkedIn followers in 14 months, generating millions in revenue. I detail specific strategies for LinkedIn growth, including leveraging the new video tab, creating engaging story posts, and utilizing infographics. The presentation explains how to properly monetize a LinkedIn following through strategic content posting and lead magnet implementation.This talk was given at Andrew Wilkinsons IP2 conferenceLearn more about IP3Andrew's Newsletter: https://neverenoughnewsletter.kit.com/signupAndrew's Twitter/X: https://x.com/awilkinsonAndrew's Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@NeverEnough2024Episode Timestamps: 00:00 - Intro02:05 - The ACP Funnel Explained02:50 - Case Study: BoringMarketing.com04:42 - Tactical Tips for Going Viral on LinkedIn06:10 - Leveraging Video Content on LinkedIn08:10 - Crafting Compelling Stories for Engagement09:46 - Using Infographics to Boost Engagement10:31 - Monetizing Your LinkedIn Audience12:16 - Creating Effective Lead MagnetsKey Points:• LinkedIn in 2024 is comparable to Twitter in 2020 for viral growth potential• Three main strategies for LinkedIn growth: video content, storytelling posts, and viral infographics• Monetization through strategic lead magnets and post-editing techniques• Building the ACP (Audience-Community-Product) funnel for business growth1) The ACP Framework:• Audience first• Convert to Community• Build Product for themExample: Boring Marketer → Free community → $8M ARR SEO tool business2) Why LinkedIn in 2025?"LinkedIn right now is 2020 Twitter - it's fishing with dynamite"Greg grew 125K followers in 14 months with just 15 hours of work 3) LINKEDIN HACK #1: Video Content LinkedIn just added a video tab. Nobody knows this yet.Two options:• Faceless content with AI voiceover (use @elevenlabs)• Record yourselfPro tip: Videos are getting INSANE reach right now4) LINKEDIN HACK #2: Stories that Convert• Get someone to interview you• Extract 15 career stories• Focus on vulnerable moments• MUST pair with photo of yourself• Use storytelling frameworks5) LINKEDIN HACK #3: Viral Infographics• Find previously viral infographics• Repost with credit• Add universally agreeable caption• Example: "This year's gonna be great" → 151K likes6) THE MONETIZATION STRATEGYDon't put links in original posts!Secret sauce:• Post content• Wait 4 hours• If more than150 likes, EDIT post to add link• LinkedIn won't suppress it7) LEAD MAGNET MASTERY:Don't sell directly. Create valuable free content.Example:• Made startup ideas database• 5,000 downloads in 30 days• Segment in ConvertKit• Nurture → Monetize later8) KEY TAKEAWAY:2025 will be HUGE for LinkedIn.Start now while organic reach is insane.Even 15 hours can build a massive following that drives millions in revenue.Notable Quotes:"LinkedIn is fishing with dynamite right now." - Greg"I grew from zero to 125,000 followers with probably like 15 hours of work in 14 months." - GregLCA helps Fortune 500s and fast-growing startups build their future - from Warner Music to Fortnite to Dropbox. We turn 'what if' into reality with AI, apps, and next-gen products https://latecheckout.agency/BoringAds — ads agency that will build you profitable ad campaigns http://boringads.com/BoringMarketing — SEO agency and tools to get your organic customers http://boringmarketing.com/Startup Empire - a membership for builders who want to build cash-flowing businesses https://www.startupempire.coFIND ME ON SOCIALX/Twitter: https://twitter.com/gregisenbergInstagram: https://instagram.com/gregisenberg/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gisenberg/