Whether you’re a successful entrepreneur, you’re just starting out, or you haven’t even started yet, there’s always more to learn. Like anything, teachings in business are best coming from those who have been there and got the t-shirt for it. If we were to rewind 40 years, hearing the thoughts of successful business leaders would’ve been rather difficult. But today, thanks to social media, we’re almost overwhelmed with thoughts, knowledge, and stories from those who have walked the path we’re looking to follow.
No matter what industry you’re looking to conquer, tailoring your social media feeds to your aspirations is a great way to ensure you’re being met with useful, inspiring content every single day. If you’re an aspiring college basketballer, go follow some of the best players, coaches, and analysts that the NBA has to offer. Similarly, if you’re an aspiring doctor then why not build a feed full of experienced surgeons and leading health influencers?
But if your aspiration is to become a successful entrepreneur, these nine thought-leading individuals are a great place to start when it comes to filling your Instagram feed with golden content.
Seth Godin
Seth is best known for his bestselling books on marketing, but his Instagram goes far beyond marketing and is a treasure trove of advice about all things business. His short-form videos are often pulled from his podcast and TV interviews, offering a more succinct way to get the thoughts of one of the world’s brightest business minds. It’s also a great way to keep up with all the events where he is speaking; not something to be missed if he’s ever in your area!
Neil Patel
As a New York Times bestselling author and one of the most followed marketing gurus on LinkedIn, it’s fair to say that listening to Neil Patel’s business insights is worthwhile. Thankfully, Neil shares his thoughts via his Instagram every single day in a series of short, snappy videos that can be consumed in under a minute. Recently, he has shared his thoughts on the hot topic of AI and discussed ways that he sees the technology impacting business.
Sara Blakely
As the creator of Spanx, the women’s shapewear brand that made her a billionaire, Sara Blakely is pretty well qualified when it comes to talking business. But through her posts, she does so in a way that’s not overly serious yet at the same time, packs a very serious motivational punch. Her bio also states that it’s her calling to support women, and as a result, you can expect to find plenty of female-focused advice throughout her Instagram.
Gary Vaynerchuck
Gary Vee as he’s more commonly known is one of the most recognisable names on the planet when it comes to business thought leaders. His YouTube channel has over 4.5 million subscribers and his Instagram is just as successful, where he posts to over 10 million followers. By day he runs one of the largest media agencies in the world, VaynerMedia, but his Insta content covers everything from marketing to motivation.
Marie Forleo
Marie is an entrepreneur turned motivational speaker who offers advice on building a business and a life that you love. After quitting her job to build a successful online coaching business, she now passes on her often inspirational thoughts via her podcast and books, but also through her Instagram account. If you enjoy her social media content, you’ll definitely want to check out her latest bestseller, titled Everything Is Figureoutable.
Steven Bartlett
His personal brand has become synonymous with long-form video as the man behind the Diary Of A CEO podcast, one of the world’s most viewed podcasts that has attracted stars from the worlds of sport, music, entrepreneurship and beyond. Despite now being known as a successful podcast host, Bartlett’s success is largely due to his successful social media marketing agency which he founded in his younger years. His Insta grid is a hive of inspiration thanks to his own thoughts and those of his podcast guests.
Tim Ferriss
Tim is the author of ‘The 4-hour Workweek’, a book aimed at helping people escape the conventional 9-5 and find financial freedom in the process. If your motivation for starting a business aligns with Tim’s book, you’ll probably want to follow his Instagram account too. He’s now turned from author to podcast host, and his conversations with other like-minded individuals throw out endless nuggets of knowledge, all of which are shared on his Instagram account.
Alyssa Nobriga
As one of the world’s leading female leadership coaches, Alyssa Nobriga’s insights go far beyond business. Her thoughts often touch upon areas such as confidence and self-forgiveness, although more business-focused advice can also be found in the form of sales hacks and lead generation strategies. Whether you’re already on your path as an entrepreneur, or you’re in need of a gentle push to kickstart your journey, Nobriga’s Instagram genuinely offers something for everyone.
Martin Lewis
The UK finance guru is best known for offering financial advice to everyday spenders. However, his vast knowledge allows him to weigh in on a range of topics, many of which relate to challenges your business may currently face or will soon face. Whether you’re in need of debt advice or ways to build business credit, he’ll likely have covered it somewhere on his timeline.
Jordan Belfort
More commonly known as The Wolf Of Wall Street, Jordan Belfort might not be everyone’s cup of tea. If you’ve seen Leonardo DiCaprio’s performance as the stockbroker/criminal, you’ll know why. But despite his controversial past, Belfort’s nous for sales cannot be questioned. In recent years, he’s turned to motivational speaking and authorship to share his abundance of stories. But if you’re looking for business acumen, his Instagram has plenty. His thoughts cover sales, marketing, and motivation.
The key to being inspired by your own feed is finding what resonates with you and your dreams. These nine individuals are a great place to start when it comes to business content, but be sure to always be on the lookout for influencers that are relevant to your own personal journey.
