Build a Massive Following Without Quitting Your 9-to-5 đź‘€


April 24, 2025

Reader,

In this episode of the Content Era Podcast, we sit down with Joe Granitto — a full-time IT professional who blew up on Instagram, growing from just 390 followers to over 150,000 in under a year… all while juggling a 9-5 job, family life, and a camera in hand.

If you’re a content creator, or trying to grow your personal brand while managing a busy schedule, this episode is for you.

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We talk about:

  • Joe’s exact content strategy to grow fast on Instagram
  • How to stay consistent as a creator without burning out
  • The mindset shift that helped him build a strong community
  • What it actually takes to go from hobbyist to legit creator in 2025

Whether you’re just starting out or looking to scale, this episode is packed with actionable tips for creators, social media growth insights, and real-world strategies that actually work.

WATCH: Build a Massive Following Without Quitting Your 9-to-5 w/Joe Granitto ​

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