#206 Lara Acosta – How to Grow from 0 to 100,000 Followers Fast
Feb 20, 2024
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Lara Acosta, a storytelling expert, shares tips on growing to 100,000 followers on LinkedIn fast. She discusses niche finding, storytelling, LinkedIn growth, evolving constantly, and the psychology of writing. Lara also talks about overcoming limiting beliefs, staying focused, and becoming AI-proof in the content creation process.
Specializing in a clear personal brand aids in audience, revenue, and business expansion through content creation.
Storytelling is a powerful tool to engage audiences, emphasizing relatability and giving back to them.
Strategies like engagement pods may offer short-term results, but real growth stems from genuine interactions and valuable content.
Deep dives
Personal Branding and Niche Specialization
It is essential to both niche down and grow bigger in personal branding to stand out. Becoming the niche helps in rapid growth. Sharing one's story sets them apart in a crowded space where corporate speak prevails. Specializing in a clear personal brand aids in audience, revenue, and business expansion through content creation.
Storytelling and Authenticity in Content Creation
Storytelling is a powerful tool to engage audiences, emphasizing relatability and giving back to them. The key lies in sharing stories centered around the audience, offering insights and advice. Authenticity stems from vulnerability and genuine experiences, resonating more with viewers. Striking a balance between authenticity, relatable storytelling, and helpful content fosters audience connection and growth.
Growth Strategies and Overcoming Limits
Consistent education and storytelling play significant roles in audience growth. Understanding social proof and reciprocity bias enhances content effectiveness. Strategies like engagement pods may offer short-term results, but real growth stems from genuine interactions and valuable content. Challenging limiting beliefs and committing to genuine engagement remain pivotal for sustainable growth.
The Importance of Internal Work and Finding Happiness Within
The podcast episode delves into the speaker's personal journey and realization that happiness comes from internal satisfaction rather than external validation. By quitting negative habits and focusing on internal growth, such as overcoming struggles and sadness, the speaker found contentment in simple things like working on personal projects and enjoying their surroundings. The narrative emphasizes the significance of self-discovery and mental well-being in finding joy in various life situations, regardless of external circumstances.
Embracing Persistence and Commitment in Pursuing Goals
The discussion shifts towards the theme of persistence and commitment illustrated through the story of a writer transitioning from amateur to professional status through relentless dedication. The example highlights the importance of consistent effort and dedication in achieving long-term goals, emphasizing the impact of steady progress over immediate outcomes. The speaker draws parallels between physical fitness training and professional growth, emphasizing the value of consistent daily actions and unwavering commitment in personal and professional development.
What's the secret behind growing to over 100,000 followers on social media and LinkedIn?
Meet Lara Acosta, a master of storytelling and personal branding, who now helps people become a top 1% creator on LinkedIn in just 8 weeks.
In this episode, we dive into her strategic approach to LinkedIn writing, audience engagement, and leveraging AI in writing.
Learn how Lara's personal journey, including overcoming challenges and applying fitness lessons, shaped her unique storytelling method.
Make sure you watch till the end as Lara shares her insights into effective personal branding and content that resonate with audiences worldwide which in turn helps you grow your business as well.
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(00:00) Preview and Introduction (01:20) How To Find Your Niche (04:09) The Art Of Storytelling (07:41) Lara Acosta’s Social Media Growth Strategy (11:06) Why You Need To Evolve Constantly (15:17) Overcoming Limiting Beliefs and Weak Mindset (21:11) The Psychology of Writing (25:21) How To Grow on LinkedIn (30:22) Growing an Audience: Organic vs Unorganic (34:28) The UK Changed Lara’s Life? (42:06) Finding What YOU Are Good At (46:51) Why Do People Seek Validation? (51:34) How To Stay Focused (56:41) How To Become AI Proof
