I got 10K Followers on Facebook: Want to find out how?

What Was the Secret Sauce?

Jeffrey Sturm of 7376 films
5 min readOct 25, 2023
10k Followers on Facebook — Vintage Advertisements page.
10k Views — Facebook page Managed by Jeff Sturm of 7376 films.

Hey there, folks! Ready to hear how I cracked the code to get a whopping 10K followers on Facebook? Well, I was right there just like you, wondering how it’s done. I’m Jeff Sturm, a total sucker for Vintage Advertisements, especially those hidden gems from the 1930s and 1940s and earlier. Trust me, I’ve got an incredible collection of them. So, I run this rad Facebook page called “Vintage Advertisements” where I spill the beans and share these amazing treasures with all of you. And let me tell you, it’s been one wild ride going from zero to 10K followers. Stick around, and I’ll share all my secrets.

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How Did I Turbocharge My Way to 10K Facebook Followers?

Hello, everyone! Excited to unravel the mystery of how I soared to an impressive 10K followers on Facebook? Just like you, I was once clueless, stumped on making it big. Keep reading to find out how I did it!

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I Rode the Wave to 10K Facebook Followers?

I’m Jeff Sturm, your go-to guy for Vintage Advertisements, an absolute connoisseur of those rare, charming pieces from the 1930s and 1940s. You won’t believe the collection I’ve amassed. I manage this fantastic Facebook page, “Vintage Advertisements”, where I let the cat out of the bag, sharing these priceless relics with you all. Journeying from ground zero to 10K followers has been nothing short of an adrenaline rush. Stay tuned, and I’ll let you in on all my trade secrets.

What Set My Page on Fire?

Picture this — I started with absolutely no followers, nada, zero. But as my page started gaining traction, whispers started to spread like wildfire. It was like one person telling another and then another, and before I knew it, my page was the talk of the town. The momentum kept building as I let my followers in on the secret that more vintage adverts were coming their way. They stuck around, eagerly waiting for my next big reveal, and spreading the word like wildfire. You will not believe what the first adverts were that started to really pick up steam?

From the authors collection — Pan Am, April 1966

Ready for a Blast from the Past

The First Vintage Ads that Set the Ball Rolling!

Let’s talk WWII. Back then, companies had to make the most of what they had. But boy, did they create some persuasive ads! So, I decided to dust off these unseen classics and started sharing them on my page. These forgotten pieces of history opened the doors to a whole new world of vintage treasures and attracted followers like bees to honey. My inbox started buzzing with messages from vintage buffs, thirsty for more of these timeless gems.

Vintage Advertisement — Bell Telephone September 1942.
From the authors collection — Bell Telephone System
Vintage Advertisment — Fisher Body, an automobile coachbuilder founded in 1908, was once a division of General Motors (GM). September 1942.
From the author’s collection — Fisher Body, an automobile coachbuilder founded in 1908, was once a division of General Motors (GM)
From the author’s collection — Fisher Body, an automobile coachbuilder founded in 1908, was once a division of General Motors (GM)
Vintage Advertisement,From the author’s collection — the Victor Animatograph Corporation. September 1942.
From the author’s collection — the Victor Animatograph Corporation
Vintage Advertisement — From the author’s collection — Fairchild Engine and Airplane Corporation. September 1942.
From the author’s collection — Fairchild Engine and Airplane Corporation
Vintage Advertisement from the author’s collection — Mallory Tropical Dry Batteries. September 1942.
From the author’s collection — Mallory Tropical Dry Batteries

Can You Guess the Eccentric Ads That Turned the Tide?

Unearthing the Quirky Classics!

But here’s the twist — I spiced things up a bit. I posted some truly eccentric ads, ones that had that touch of nostalgia and quirkiness. Ads that no company in their right mind would dare to create today. And you know what happened? These vintage ads became an instant hit with the vintage enthusiasts, and they started a wave of likes and shares that skyrocketed my follower count.

Struggling to Find Followers? The Vintage Ad Magic Could Be Your Golden Goose!

Anything that is your passion will also work.

Let me tell you, my collection of vintage ads wasn’t always the pot of gold it is today. But with time, I realized they were like bees to honey when it came to attracting followers. So, I started turning these sepia-tinted gems into captivating posts, complete with witty and fun-loving captions. Before I knew it, my page was buzzing — likes, shares, comments, you name it!

Walking on Eggshells: Could My Fragile Vintage Ads Crumble at the Slightest Touch?

The answer unfortunatly is yes.

Alright folks, let me tell you something — posting these ads ain’t no piece of cake. I’m talkin’ about some real precious stuff here, like delicate glass. One wrong look and they could turn to dust. So, after carefully capturing ’em on camera, it’s time for some touch-up action. I’ll smooth out those rough edges without messin’ up their original charm. ’Cause let’s be honest, who wants a Van Gogh with a makeover, am I right? Stick around, things are about to get interesting!

Really anything that you are passionate about can lead to success if you work hard and stick with it. Read my article about how an art project from Halloween 2012 led to me becoming a screenplay writer.

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Jeffrey Sturm of 7376 films

"Jeffrey Sturm, indie screenwriter skilled in sci-fi, action, and poetry. My passion for writing seamlessly blends with artistic pursuits