If you've ever scrolled through Instagram and wondered how people turn likes into dollars, you're not alone. The good news? You don’t need millions of followers or fancy equipment. With the right approach, you can make your first $1,000 on Instagram—even if you're starting from scratch. Here’s exactly how you can do it. 1 . Pick a Profitable Niche Before anything else, you need to pick a niche that you enjoy and that has earning potential. Some hot niches include: Health & fitness Beauty & skincare Personal finance Travel Digital products (eBooks, presets, courses) You’ll need to post content regularly and genuinely care about what you’re sharing. This is key to building trust. 2. Grow an Engaged Audience (Not Just Followers) You don’t need 10,000 followers to make money. What matters more is engagement. Here’s how to build it: Post consistently (3–5 times a week) Use trending Reels and relevant hashtags Respond to every comment and DM Collaborate with small creat...