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Business Instagram video that did 3× its author's usual

Ranking types of businesses

@jacquesgreeff_ · 116K followers

×3its author's usual

This creator normally gets 31K views. This one got 84K. That gap — not the raw number — is what makes the format worth copying.

A founder sits in a chair and ranks different types of businesses on a tier list from 1 to 10, explaining his reasoning for each placement. He discusses dropshipping, real estate investing, AI automation, transportation, clothing brands, tech products, marketing agencies, coaching, boring businesses (services), and food & drink brands.

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84K
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1.2%
Engagement
75/100
Virality

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Why it worked

This video works because it leverages the credibility of a 'founder' with a large valuation, offering strong opinions on business types. The tier list format is inherently engaging and creates curiosity, encouraging viewers to watch until the end to see where their preferred business type ranks or to disagree with the rankings. The clear, concise explanations for each ranking provide value and insight, making it educational for aspiring entrepreneurs.

Credible speaker (implied by '$180M founder')Engaging tier list formatClear and concise explanations for each rankingVisually appealing overlay graphicDirect and opinionated, sparking discussion
business adviceentrepreneurshipranking/tier listindustry insights

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