You’re 35+ and tired of “start a YouTube” advice from 22-year-olds

You want to grow a personal brand without quitting your job (yet)

You’ve got ideas but no system

📘 What You’ll Learn Inside:

✅ Set Up Your Profile for Success How to optimize your handle, photo, and bio—even if you're starting from scratch. ✅ Bio Writing Formula Turn your 150 characters into a mini billboard that actually converts. ✅ Build a Content Bank (Even With a 9–5) Batch, organize, and schedule content without burning out. ✅ Smart Hashtag Strategy Use hashtags that work for your niche, not just go-viral fluff. ✅ Engagement Framework How to grow without dancing, DMs, or desperation. ✅ Analytics Made Simple Which numbers matter and how to use them to grow with clarity. ✅ Instagram as a Business Tool How to use Instagram to funnel traffic to your offers, YouTube, or email list.

Derek the Strategist

Hi, I’m Derek—aka Derek the Strategist After years of working remote contracts and building freedom, I lost it all—and found myself back in the 9–5 grind. Tired, stuck, and losing momentum, I created what I now call my "4–8 Before the 9–5" system: a structured method for building content and income before work starts. Instagram was where it all began. And this playbook walks you through how I used it to rebuild from rock bottom.

Download the Instagram Growth Playbook and Start Building Your Personal Brand Today — Even With a 9–5 Job.

You don’t need fancy gear, a huge following, or hours of free time to grow on Instagram. You just need a strategy that works for real people with real lives. The Instagram for Growth Playbook was created specifically for creators over 35 who are balancing full-time jobs, family, and big dreams. Inside, you’ll get a simple step-by-step roadmap to build your brand, grow your audience, and finally start using Instagram with purpose—no fluff, no guesswork. Download it now and take your first step toward more freedom, visibility, and income.

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