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How to Get More Followers on Social Media: Proven Tactics That Actually Work

Crescitaly Staff

Crescitaly Staff

— 4 min read

Back in 2019, a French pastry chef went from 400 followers to 1.2 million on TikTok in just six months. No agency, no paid ads—just smart strategy and better timing. Today, aspiring creators and businesses still chase that same viral magic. But in a saturated feed and algorithm-driven world, how do you actually get more followers on social media without burning out—or selling out?

Let’s break it down with platform-specific tactics and proven strategies used by the fastest-growing accounts in 2024.

Understanding How Follower Growth Works in 2024

Algorithms have matured. User attention is fragmented. And what used to work—posting consistently, using a few hashtags, cross-promoting your content—now only scratches the surface. To build a real following, especially on platforms like Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, and Telegram, you need platform-specific strategies and a deep understanding of how audiences behave.

“Follower growth isn’t just about content—it’s about distribution and trust. People follow profiles that consistently deliver value before asking for anything in return.”
– Social media consultant at Crescitaly.com

Instagram: Captions Are SEO and Reels Are Life

What’s Working Right Now

  • Reels drive discovery: The Instagram algorithm heavily favors short-form video. Accounts posting 3–5 Reels per week see up to 67% faster follower growth, according to internal data from Crescitaly’s dashboard.
  • Strategic carousel posts: Educational or storytelling carousels (“7 Mistakes to Avoid...”) keep your audience swiping, signaling engagement to the algorithm.
  • Search-optimized bios and captions: Think of Instagram like a mini-Google. Keywords in your bio and captions now influence discovery through Instagram Search.

Top Creator Tip

Use your bio link wisely. Instead of linking to a generic homepage, drive to a curated Linktree, Telegram channel, or direct product/offer designed to convert followers into leads or fans.

TikTok: Entertain First. Sell Later.

The FYP Formula

Getting more followers on TikTok still comes down to cracking the For You Page (FYP). But here’s what’s changed in 2024:

  • Strong hook in the first 2 seconds: TikTok now gauges early retention more aggressively. Your opener should be a question, bold statement, or surprising visual.
  • Topic consistency matters: Contrary to the old “just go viral” advice, niche-focused accounts tend to grow faster and monetize better.
  • Engage via comments: High-performing creators are using TikTok’s comment reply feature to build deeper audience relationships and integrate call-to-actions without sounding salesy.

Case in Point

Fitness influencer Alex Trevino hit 500K followers by sticking to one format: POV-style "gym instruction fails" with deep duets and pinned comment replies. He used Crescitaly’s advanced panel to monitor real-time engagement dips and test new hashtags before each drop.

YouTube: Shorts Hook Them, Long-Form Converts Them

YouTube is no longer just for long-form vloggers and tutorial creators. In 2024, creators are leveraging YouTube Shorts for discovery and long-form content for relationship-building.

Growth Blueprint

  • Post 3–5 Shorts per week: These act as free “ad units” for your channel, especially when optimized with trending soundtracks and concise hooks.
  • Pin a playlist: On your channel homepage, pin a playlist with 3–5 binge-worthy videos. This increases total watch time—a metric crucial for YouTube’s recommendation engine.
  • Thumbnail-first strategy: High CTR (click-through rate) comes from thumbnails and titles. Spend as much time crafting your thumb-text and visuals as you do on scripting.
“We gained 17,000 subs in 6 weeks by doubling down on Shorts and using Crescitaly.com to track real engagement—not just empty views.”
– Indie music label on YouTube Growth

Telegram: The Sleeping Giant of Direct Engagement

While Instagram and TikTok dominate brand visibility, Telegram excels where algorithms don’t—direct communication. For creators and startups, it’s become the go-to for community nurture and monetization.

Follower to Fan in Three Steps

  1. Exclusive content sets the tone: Create Telegram-only content—behind-the-scenes, premium drops, or early access announcements.
  2. Use clear CTAs in other platforms: Add “Join my Telegram” swipe-up links in IG stories, bio links, or TikTok comments.
  3. Flow automation via bots: Use tools like @ControllerBot or integrate with Crescitaly’s Telegram growth suite to automate welcome messages and content routing.

Once audiences are inside your Telegram channel, they’re no longer hostage to unpredictable platform changes—and your messages have a 70–90% open rate.

Platform-Specific Is the New Omnichannel

Gone are the days of “post once, share everywhere.” Modern social media growth demands content designed for each platform, informed by live analytics and audience feedback.

Growth Starter Pack

  • Use Crescitaly.com to analyze growth trends across Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, and Telegram, all in one dashboard.
  • Batch-create weekly content but customize each version for the platform’s format, tone, and call to action.
  • Set platform KPIs: Instead of default engagement rates, define what “growth” means per channel—whether it's saves on IG, shares on TikTok, or subscribers on Telegram.

Final Thoughts: Follower Growth in 2024 Is a System

There’s no single hack that gets you more followers overnight (unless you’re recreating a mega-meme). But with the right mix of strategy, structure, and tools like Crescitaly, follower growth becomes repeatable—even predictable.

Remember:

  • Consistency still matters, but so does adaptability.
  • Value wins over virality. Audiences follow who teaches, entertains, or inspires without asking.
  • Data is your friend. Use it to test, learn, and pivot with purpose.

So whether you’re managing a creator brand, e-commerce store, or a Telegram-led business community, the same rules apply: growth isn't luck—it’s leverage built with clarity, content, and conversion loops.

And in the ever-scrolling war for attention, those who build systems beat those chasing trends every time.

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