#38 Instagram vs LinkedIn: Where Premium Clients Buy in 2026
Tue Jan 27 2026
I spent six years building an audience of 300K+ followers on Instagram. I’ve sold everything from $27 webinars to $10K offers through the app.
Yet, last year, I shifted my primary focus to LinkedIn - where I have less than 2,500 connections.
The result - I’m signing high-level clients faster and easier, even with a tiny audience.
In this episode, I’m sharing my candid, strategic analysis of the two platforms and why the "Dior-level" client you want is probably waiting for you on LinkedIn.
We cover:✦ Why I’m seeing sophisticated buyers leave Instagram and where they are going instead.
✦ How to replace "performance" with "presence" and where you can sign $5K clients easier
✦ The Intent Gap: Why 2,500 followers on LinkedIn are worth more than 100,000 on Instagram.
✦ My strategy for visual experts: How to use your aesthetic eye to disrupt the corporate feed and more.
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Ready to move from theory to strategy?
Join me for a private mentoring session where we will map this out live:
THRIVING EXPERT IN 2026
You’ll walk away knowing exactly how to navigate a low-trust market, architect client demand, and thrive in a saturated online space—with direct application to your unique business.
Reserve your seat here: https://ninawalder.com/2026
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Ready to go deeper?
Get a practical plan to grow your business, stand out online and attract the right clients in my masterclass "HOW TO STAND OUT AS AN EXPERT ONLINE".
It's free, get instant access here: https://ninawalder.com/standout
My programs & resources for you:
🖤 BRAND. Authority. Premium Clients. Step into the premium expert you already are, attract dream clients consistently, and build a magnetic brand without burnout: https://ninawalder.com/brand
🖤 ELEVATE. 1:1 Bespoke Business Coaching. Your personalized fast-track to premium clients, sustainable growth & the business you’ve been dreaming about: https://ninawalder.com/1-1coaching
🖤 CLIENTS FLOW SALES ACCELERATOR. Grow a thriving business with a smart offer suite, create more sales through simple repeatable sales system, and lead sales consults with confidence - without undercharging: https://ninawalder.com/clientsflow
🖤 Confident & Profitable on Video. Master showing up on video with ease & authority — so your content sells for you and dream clients feel they already know you: https://ninawalder.com/video
Free Checklist "Instagram that Sells" (for coaches & experts): https://ninawalder.com/checklist1
ChatGPT Prompts Pack: Define your ideal client + generate 1 month of strategic Reels: https://ninawalder.com/prompts
Follow me on LinkedIn for more advice on building your brand & business online with clarity & ease: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nina-walder/
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I spent six years building an audience of 300K+ followers on Instagram. I’ve sold everything from $27 webinars to $10K offers through the app. Yet, last year, I shifted my primary focus to LinkedIn - where I have less than 2,500 connections. The result - I’m signing high-level clients faster and easier, even with a tiny audience. In this episode, I’m sharing my candid, strategic analysis of the two platforms and why the "Dior-level" client you want is probably waiting for you on LinkedIn. We cover:✦ Why I’m seeing sophisticated buyers leave Instagram and where they are going instead. ✦ How to replace "performance" with "presence" and where you can sign $5K clients easier ✦ The Intent Gap: Why 2,500 followers on LinkedIn are worth more than 100,000 on Instagram. ✦ My strategy for visual experts: How to use your aesthetic eye to disrupt the corporate feed and more. --- Ready to move from theory to strategy? Join me for a private mentoring session where we will map this out live: THRIVING EXPERT IN 2026 You’ll walk away knowing exactly how to navigate a low-trust market, architect client demand, and thrive in a saturated online space—with direct application to your unique business. Reserve your seat here: https://ninawalder.com/2026 --- Ready to go deeper? Get a practical plan to grow your business, stand out online and attract the right clients in my masterclass "HOW TO STAND OUT AS AN EXPERT ONLINE". It's free, get instant access here: https://ninawalder.com/standout My programs & resources for you: 🖤 BRAND. Authority. Premium Clients. Step into the premium expert you already are, attract dream clients consistently, and build a magnetic brand without burnout: https://ninawalder.com/brand 🖤 ELEVATE. 1:1 Bespoke Business Coaching. Your personalized fast-track to premium clients, sustainable growth & the business you’ve been dreaming about: https://ninawalder.com/1-1coaching 🖤 CLIENTS FLOW SALES ACCELERATOR. Grow a thriving business with a smart offer suite, create more sales through simple repeatable sales system, and lead sales consults with confidence - without undercharging: https://ninawalder.com/clientsflow 🖤 Confident & Profitable on Video. Master showing up on video with ease & authority — so your content sells for you and dream clients feel they already know you: https://ninawalder.com/video Free Checklist "Instagram that Sells" (for coaches & experts): https://ninawalder.com/checklist1 ChatGPT Prompts Pack: Define your ideal client + generate 1 month of strategic Reels: https://ninawalder.com/prompts Follow me on LinkedIn for more advice on building your brand & business online with clarity & ease: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nina-walder/