9 Instagram Accounts to Empower You

Social media holds a treasure trove of amazing communities, and an empowering act in itself is to curate a feed that reflects your values and uplifts you. Whether you need a quick pick-me-up in the middle of the workday, or you're looking for thoughtful new books to read, the Instagram accounts that you follow can be a source of inspiration both on and offline. In that vein, here are nine Instagram accounts to follow that will empower you in both your career and life.

@corporatenatalie

Natalie playfully pokes fun at the realities of corporate life. Her hilarious videos about working from home, answering emails, and meeting your coworkers in person for the first time are candid and relatable, and her sense of humor can cheer you up on a tough day at work.

@lifewithmaars

Maariyah's content covers both work and lifestyle, so her Instagram page is peppered with career tips and photos of her own life and travels. She's a perfect follow for easy-to-understand financial advice.

@hithapalepu

Hitha is an author, investor, and entrepreneur, so her Instagram is a must-follow for a mix of fiction and non-fiction book recommendations. The hashtags #5SmartReads and #ReadWithHitha are always populated with reliable news sources and her latest reads. 

@natalykogan

Nataly Kogan helps people to be happy, and her brightly colored Instagram page shows it. Follow Nataly for words of wisdom about self-care and personal fulfillment.

@swaaymedia

SWAAY is an incredible platform for women writers to publish their work. This page is handy for content writing tips, positive affirmations and wellness tips, and as a place to submit your own writing!

@tdufu

Tiffany Dufu founded The Cru, which connects women and girls to collaborate and support each other in their life goals. She's a writer and speaker, so her posts often contain announcements about her upcoming speaking engagements, like "How to Address Racism in the Workplace."

@jlythcotthaims

Writer, speaker and activist Julie Lythcott-Haims shares a great mix of social justice tools and community resources, and content about her recently published book, Your Turn: How to Be an Adult. She often talks about the challenges and blessings of adulthood, growth and healthy relationships.

@karagoldin

If you're in need of a dose of career motivation, follow Kara Goldin. She posts  entrepreneurial advice centered in gratitude and curiosity, and is an account that provides tangible ways to pursue your goals.

@annshoket

Books, networking, and mentorship -- what more could you ask for? Ann Shoket is a proponent of lifting up other women, and her Instagram account is filled with ways to meaningfully engage with other women in the workforce.


There are so many ways to use social media as a tool for your own happiness and success - both in your career and your life. Fill your feed with these accounts to start, and find others that bring you joy and positivity throughout the day. Whether it's through a too-relatable video or a prompt for personal reflection, having an online community to look to for inspiration and support is worth more than words can say.


To read about more women that I love and admire, check out @fran_hauser 🥰

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