Podcasts about personal brand

What separates successful women leaders from the rest often comes down to curiosity, courage, and the willingness to use their voice. In this special episode honoring International Women's Month, I had the pleasure of speaking with Maria Doughty, CEO of The Chicago Network, an organization made up of some of the most influential women leaders across Chicago's business, nonprofit, healthcare, and government sectors. Maria shares the key traits she sees in extraordinary women leaders, including intellectual curiosity, humility, and a deep commitment to civic engagement. We explore the importance of advocacy, making the ask, and building authentic professional relationships that create opportunities over time. Maria also discusses why women should pursue board service earlier in their careers, how advisory boards can be powerful leadership training grounds, and why executive presence and personal brand play a critical role in professional success. Above all, Maria reminds us that women supporting women remains one of the most powerful forces for creating opportunity and lasting change. Here are the highlights: ● Traits of Exceptional Leaders: The most successful women leaders share intellectual curiosity, humility, and a strong commitment to civic engagement.● The Power of the Ask: Women must confidently articulate what they need and clearly make the ask in professional conversations. ● Why Civic Engagement Matters: Involvement in community and civic organizations often leads to powerful relationships and new opportunities. ● The Value of Board Experience: Serving on advisory or corporate boards helps women build leadership, governance, and strategic decision-making skills. ● Executive Presence & Personal Brand: How leaders show up, communicate, and present themselves shapes their influence and career trajectory.   About the guest: Maria Doughty is the CEO of The Chicago Network, the premier organization of Chicagoland's most influential women leaders. Since joining in 2020, she has guided the organization through the global pandemic while strengthening its strategic vision, modernizing operations, and deepening member engagement. Maria brings extensive experience in insurance, financial services, public policy, regulatory compliance, and enterprise risk management, with a career that includes senior leadership roles at Allstate Insurance Company. She currently serves on several boards and advisory bodies, including The Chicago Council on Global Affairs, Roosevelt University, and the American Bar Association's Commission on Women in the Profession. The daughter of Italian immigrants, Maria is passionate about servant leadership, civic engagement, and advancing opportunities for the next generation of women leaders. She lives in Chicago with her husband and has two grown sons.   Connect with Maria: Website: thechicagonetwork.org LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/maria-doughty/   Connect with Allison: Feedspot has named Disruptive CEO Nation as one of the Top 25 CEO Podcasts on the web. LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/allisonsummerschicago/ Website: https://www.disruptiveceonation.com/  #CEO #leadership #startup #founder #business #businesspodcast  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this high-impact episode, host George Wright III sits down with international business mogul Grant Cardone to dismantle the myth that responsibility is a burden. Instead, they reveal why total ownership is the only path to true freedom.If you feel stuck waiting for the economy, your boss, or "the right time" to change, this conversation is your wake-up call. Grant breaks down why leaders aren't born—they are self-declared—and how the moment you stop outsourcing your results is the moment your life truly begins.Key TakeawaysThe Freedom of Responsibility: Learn why blaming external conditions is a trap that keeps you helpless.The Myth of the "Chosen" Leader: Why leadership starts with the decision to lead yourself before you ever lead a team.Eliminating Dependency: How to stop relying on others for your fulfillment and financial security.The Ownership Audit: Identifying the specific areas (Health, Wealth, Relationships) where you've been playing the victim.00:04 Stop Outsourcing Control00:17 Choose Self Leadership00:30 Take Ownership Today00:37 Success Influence FulfillmentThanks for listening, and Please Share this Episode with someone. It would really help us to grow our show and share these valuable tips and strategies with others. Have a great day.George Wright III“It's Never Too Late to Start Living the Life You Were Meant to Live”FREE Daily Mastermind Resources:CONNECT with George & Access Tons of ResourcesGet access to Proven Strategies and Time-Test Principles for Success. Plus, download and access tons of FREE resources and online events by joining our Exclusive Community of Entrepreneurs, Business Owners, and High Achievers like YOU.Join FREE at DailyMastermind.comFollow me on social media Facebook | Instagram | Linkedin | TikTok | YoutubeGrow Your Authority and Personal Brand with a FREE Interview in a Top Global Magazine HERE.About Guest: Grant CardoneGrant Cardone is an American entrepreneur, real estate investor, sales strategist, and motivational speaker. He is the founder and CEO of Cardone Capital, a real estate private equity firm with billions of dollars in assets under management, and the creator of the 10X philosophy, which emphasizes taking massive action and achieving goals. Cardone is also a New York Times bestselling author of multiple business books, a frequent keynote speaker, and the host of popular business and entrepreneurship programs and events worldwide.Guest Resources:Website: https://grantcardone.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/grantcardonefan/X (formerly Twitter): https://twitter.com/GrantCardoneLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/grantcardone/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/GrantCardone

We should be able to plan our careers the same way we plan anything else in our lives. But college doesn't teach us how to network or get that promotion, especially in corporate America. Putting our heads down and working as hard as we can is getting us nowhere. We need new skills. So, we need to listen to someone who has been through it and can help us get to where we want to be. Elsa Jimenez is a powerhouse first-gen Latina in tech on a mission to bridge the gap between high-performance code and holistic well-being. By day, she navigates the complexities of the tech industry, championing representation and breaking barriers for underrepresented voices in the digital space. Beyond the screen, Elsa Jimenez is a dedicated advocate for mental health and fitness, believing that a strong mind is the ultimate operating system. She views movement and mindfulness not just as hobbies, but as essential tools for resilience in the fast-paced corporate world. Whether she's optimizing a workflow or hitting a new PR in the gym, she brings a signature blend of cultural pride, grit, and authenticity to everything she touches.  In this week's episode, we're talking about how Elsa broke into tech, survived a layoff, and built her personal brand. Our careers are not as safe as they used to be, especially with tech layoffs looming over our shoulders every quarter. But that doesn't mean we don't have control over our own lives. Elsa used her time in the Courage Driven Latina program to plan for the best and worst case scenarios in her career, specifically so she doesn't feel panicked when something doesn't go according to plan. Tune in to this week's episode to hear how she used the CDL program to advance her career and what she's currently working on to get ahead in this year's CDL group.    Resources Mentioned: Click here to claim your Manifest Your Marca bot!   Follow Elsa on: Instagram: @vibinwithelsa  LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/elsamjimenez/    Follow Erika on: Instagram @‌theerikacruzTikTok @‌theerikacruzLinkedIn Website: http://www.theerikacruz.com How to work with Erika: Sign up for the Courage Driven Latina program here! Join the waitlist for the Magnetic Mastermind here!   Podcast production for this episode was provided by CCST, an Afro-Latina-owned boutique podcast production and copywriting studio. 

In this episode, George Wright III sits down with entrepreneur and investor Sam McGough, founder and CEO of Discovery Medical Center and National Mobile Wound Care.Sam shares his journey from a small-town upbringing in Alabama to becoming a chiropractor and eventually building scalable businesses across healthcare, real estate, and home services. He discusses the shift from trading time for money to creating systems-driven companies through hiring, KPIs, and delegation. Sam also talks about building meaningful mastermind communities, the power of networking and mentorship, and previews his upcoming podcast, The Hunt for Success, launching in April—blending outdoor lifestyle conversations with business strategy. 01:07 Sam's Origin Story 03:13 From Technician to CEO 04:32 Systems and Delegation 06:15 Scaling Across Industries 07:50 Masterminds and Networking 10:48 Launching Hunt for Success 13:10 Favorite Hunts and Memories 15:09 Business Is Like a Hunt 18:36 Where to Follow and TripsThanks for listening, and Please Share this Episode with someone. It would really help us to grow our show and share these valuable tips and strategies with others. Have a great day.George Wright III“It's Never Too Late to Start Living the Life You Were Meant to Live”FREE Daily Mastermind Resources:CONNECT with George & Access Tons of ResourcesGet access to Proven Strategies and Time-Test Principles for Success. Plus, download and access tons of FREE resources and online events by joining our Exclusive Community of Entrepreneurs, Business Owners, and High Achievers like YOU.Join FREE at DailyMastermind.comFollow me on social media Facebook | Instagram | Linkedin | TikTok | YoutubeGrow Your Authority and Personal Brand with a FREE Interview in a Top Global Magazine HERE.‍About the Guest:Sam McGough is a healthcare executive, entrepreneur, and investor. He is the founder and CEO of Discovery Medical Center and National Mobile Wound Care. With a background in chiropractic care, Sam transitioned from working as a practitioner to building scalable businesses across multiple industries, including healthcare, real estate, and home services. He is passionate about systems-driven growth, leadership, and helping entrepreneurs expand their thinking through masterminds, mentorship, and strong professional networks.Guest ResourcesDiscovery Medical Center – https://discoverymedicalcenter.comNational Mobile Wound Care – https://nationalmobilewoundcare.comUpcoming Podcast: TheHuntforSuccess.com

What happens when the role that once defined your success… stops feeling like you? There's a quiet moment many high-achieving professionals eventually encounter. From the outside, everything still looks successful...the career, the reputation, the leadership role. But internally, something has shifted. The identity that once felt natural begins to feel like something you're performing. In this episode of Your Passion, Purpose and Personal Brand, Lisa McGuire explores the moment when success and truth begin to diverge. It's the moment when the role that once brought recognition and stability no longer feels aligned with the person you're becoming. Through a powerful story about truth, identity, and the roles we play, Lisa introduces a framework for understanding this shift and explains how recognizing your unique authority can open the door to a completely new chapter of leadership and impact. This episode is an invitation to pause and ask a deeper question: Who are you when the role disappears? If you've ever felt the tension between the role you've mastered and the truth of who you are becoming, this conversation will help you see that moment differently - not as a crisis, but as the beginning of something far more authentic. Key Takeaways Professional roles that once brought success can eventually stop reflecting who you truly are. Many people unknowingly perform identities that were shaped by expectations rather than truth. The moment when a role stops fitting is often the beginning of deeper self-recognition. Authentic authority comes from the experiences and perspective you've built over a lifetime. Identity transformation typically unfolds in three stages: the mask, the truth moment, and your Category of ONLY™. Letting go of performance creates space for a more aligned next chapter. Honest self-reflection is often the first step toward rediscovering your real identity. True leadership begins when you stop trying to fit into existing categories and define your own.   CONNECT WITH LISA LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisa-mcguire/  WEBSITE: https://lisamcguire.com Beyond the Transaction Mastermind -  Apply to join the group: https://beyondthetransactionmm.com/register Sign up for Lisa's "so much more" newsletter: https://www.thediyframework.com/so-much-more-subscribe  Freedom Reset: Your Next Steps to Realignment  Register: https://go.lisamcguire.com/freedom-reset  Human Design Masterclass Waitlist: https://go.lisamcguire.com/human-design-masterclass-waitlist  Ideal Client Workshop Waitlist: https://go.lisamcguire.com/ideal-client-workshop-waitlist-icww785155  Get your free Human Design Bodygraph: https://lisamcguire.com/get-your-free-chart/ 

In this episode, Lara walks through the difference between building a personal brand and a corporate brand, sharing the pros and cons of each. She explains how personal brands can grow faster, build trust more easily, and make marketing simpler, but often rely heavily on you. On the other hand, corporate brands may take longer to gain traction, but they're easier to scale, build a team around, and eventually sell.She also highlights that many successful founders use both, starting with a personal brand to build trust and momentum, then expanding into corporate brands for long-term growth. The focus is on building in a way that feels sustainable now while keeping the bigger picture in mind.If you loved what you heard, don't forget to give the pod a review.Follow along with LaraInstagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/laradollkennedy/⁠Pinterest: ⁠https://www.pinterest.com/laradollkennedy/

Many entrepreneurs focus on growing their personal brand through content and social media visibility, but visibility alone does not build a sustainable business. In this episode of Social Media Decoded, Michelle Thames explains the four revenue streams that successful personal brands use to turn attention into income and opportunity. Through the Visibility Breakdown, Michelle walks through the four key areas that allow entrepreneurs to monetize their expertise: community, events, corporate opportunities, and consulting. These revenue streams help personal brands move beyond posting content and start building real ecosystems around their knowledge and relationships. She also shares insights about how visibility and proximity work together to create opportunities such as speaking engagements, collaborations, consulting clients, and business partnerships. If you are building a personal brand and want to move from visibility to revenue, this episode will help you start thinking about how to structure your business around multiple streams of opportunity. What You'll Learn in This Episode • The four revenue streams every personal brand should build• Why community is one of the most powerful business models for entrepreneurs• How events create proximity and deeper trust with your audience• Why corporate partnerships and speaking opportunities are often overlooked• How consulting turns your expertise into a direct revenue stream Visibility Breakdown Michelle explains the four primary revenue streams that support a sustainable personal brand: CommunityCreating a space where your audience connects, collaborates, and grows together. EventsHosting gatherings that bring people together in real life or virtual spaces to deepen relationships. Corporate OpportunitiesSpeaking, workshops, and partnerships with organizations that want your expertise. ConsultingWorking directly with individuals or businesses to help them apply your strategies and insights. When these revenue streams work together, visibility becomes the gateway to long-term business growth. Room Story Michelle shares how many of the opportunities in her own business did not come from content alone, but from rooms and relationships. Often someone discovers her podcast or social media content, then attends an event, joins the community, or reaches out for a strategy conversation. These layered connections often lead to collaborations, consulting work, or speaking opportunities. Unpopular Visibility Truth Many personal brands stay stuck because they only focus on content. Posting consistently can increase visibility, but sustainable businesses are built when that visibility connects to clear revenue streams such as community, events, corporate partnerships, and consulting. Spotify Listener Question Which revenue stream are you most focused on building right now? • Community• Events• Corporate Opportunities• Consulting Answer directly in Spotify and share your perspective. Ways to Work With Michelle If you want to build visibility that leads to real opportunities, you can explore two next steps: Join The CollectiveA community for women entrepreneurs who want to grow their visibility, relationships, and business opportunities. Book a Strategy CallWork directly with Michelle to map out your visibility strategy and revenue ecosystem. Support the Podcast If you enjoy Social Media Decoded, consider leaving a rating or review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. You can also support the show through the Buy Me a Coffee, which helps keep the podcast running and allows Michelle to continue sharing insights about visibility and entrepreneurship. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

George Wright III explains why daily rituals (Prosperity Pillar #10) are essential for entrepreneurs and high achievers because success comes from consistent small actions, not occasional breakthroughs. Rituals remove reliance on motivation, create structure and momentum, and keep you from being reactive to emails and other people's agendas. He distinguishes habits (automatic behaviors) from rituals (purposeful practices tied to outcomes or identity), emphasizing that timing, simplicity, and personalization increase long-term consistency. Wright advises choosing sustainable routines, targeting rituals to your current needs (energy, clarity, stress), reducing friction through preparation, and tracking progress to improve and build accountability. He stresses perfection isn't required; what matters is returning to the structure, stacking daily wins, and letting consistency build self-trust, confidence, and lasting change.01:08 Show Intro and Pillars02:21 Why Daily Rituals Matter04:23 Habits vs Rituals05:15 Timing Your Rituals06:27 Keep It Simple07:20 Personalize for Your Needs08:18 Environment and Friction09:24 Track and Measure Progress10:24 Identity, Confidence, and Wins11:21 How to Start Small12:14 Consistency Not Perfection13:11 Weekly Challenge and WrapThanks for listening, and Please Share this Episode with someone. It would really help us to grow our show and share these valuable tips and strategies with others. Have a great day.George Wright III“It's Never Too Late to Start Living the Life You Were Meant to Live”FREE Daily Mastermind Resources:CONNECT with George & Access Tons of ResourcesGet access to Proven Strategies and Time-Test Principles for Success. Plus, download and access tons of FREE resources and online events by joining our Exclusive Community of Entrepreneurs, Business Owners, and High Achievers like YOU.Join FREE at DailyMastermind.comFollow me on social media Facebook | Instagram | Linkedin | TikTok | YoutubeGrow Your Authority and Personal Brand with a FREE Interview in a Top Global Magazine HERE.

Elena Verna is the Head of Growth at Lovable, one of the fastest growing companies in the world having hit $400M in ARR in just 18 months. Prior to Lovable, Elena was Head of Growth at both Dropbox and Miro.  AGENDA: 00:00 – Why "Growth Is Now a Trust Problem" (Not a Marketing Problem) 06:10 – Is SEO Dying Because of AI Search? 07:00 – Did Lovable's Growth Come From the Founder's Personal Brand? 08:30 – Why Every Founder Should Push Employees to Be Marketers? 13:10 – Why Every Employee at Lovable Ships Code (Even Marketing) 21:20 – Why Paid Marketing in Year One Is a "Death Trap" 31:50 – Why Annual Subscriptions Are the Wrong Monetization Model for AI 37:00 – If Elena Had an Unlimited Marketing Budget, What Would She Do? 48:00 – How Lovable Does Product Launches  

Allison Maslan sits down with Traci Stumpf to talk about why personal presence has become one of the most important leadership tools for CEOs today. In this conversation on The SCALEit Method Podcast, Allison and Traci explore what it really means to show up on camera, on Zoom, on stage, and on social media in a way that builds trust, credibility, and authority. This isn't about having the perfect logo or polished branding. It's about how you show up. In this episode, Allison and Traci discuss: • How founders can build trust and connection on camera • The difference between performing and showing up authentically • Why visibility builds credibility with teams, buyers, and partners • How to create content without overthinking it • Why repetition is the fastest way to get comfortable on camera   Why CEOs are now expected to be visible in a way they never were before • Why your personal brand matters just as much as your company brand One of the biggest takeaways from this conversation is simple: Your company is not the only brand people are evaluating. You are the brand too. For founders and entrepreneurs, leadership presence matters long before you ever make an offer. If you want to scale your company, strengthen trust, and show up with more confidence and clarity, this episode will challenge the way you think about visibility, authenticity, and influence. Follow Trai Stumpf Follow Traci on Instagram: @TraciStumpf Ready to Scale Your Company? If you're a CEO who has taken your business to a certain level and you're ready to scale to the next stage of growth, Allison invites you to apply for a Scale Session with a Pinnacle Global Network strategist. During this session, a high-level CEO strategist will help you identify the areas that may be holding your company back and outline the next steps needed to scale your business. Apply here: https://myscalesession.com About Allison Maslan Allison Maslan is the founder and CEO of Pinnacle Global Network, a mentor-led scaling ecosystem that helps CEOs and founders of established businesses scale beyond founder dependence so their companies can grow without consuming their lives. Through Pinnacle Global Network, Allison and her team mentor business owners around the world to build scalable companies, develop strong leadership teams, and create sustainable success. Learn more about Pinnacle Global Network https://pinnacleglobalnetwork.com/

If you're a founder who thinks building a personal brand is a waste of time, this might be the wake-up call you need. The truth is: distribution is the new moat. Your product isn't enough. Your team isn't enough. If no one knows who you are, you're starting every conversation from zero. In this episode, I break down why the founders who are winning right now are visible, how to build a personal brand without becoming an influencer, and the exact framework I used to grow both my personal following and my startup, Rella. Whether you're B2B, consumer, or anywhere in between—this is your roadmap to building trust, standing out, and making sure you don't look back in two years wishing you had started today. 0:00 - The Wake-Up Call: Why Distribution is Everything 1:26 - The Trust Factor: Why People Buy From People They Know 3:34 - Three Types of Personal Brands (And Which One You Should Build) Expert, Entertainer, or Product Extension—find your approach 5:50 - The Regret Conversation: What Every Founder Wishes They Started Earlier 7:27 - The Action Plan: How to Actually Start Building Your Brand 9:52 - The Mindset Shift: This is Not a Waste of Time Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

IN THIS EPISODEWhat's the #1 way to you stay consistent with personal branding on LinkedIn? While most would say a brand guide, content galore or an AI tool, these are not even close.In this episode, we share and even normalize this reality that can bring incredible opportunities if followed diligently no matter what.CONTACT US:Michelle J Raymond is a globally recognized LinkedIn™️ for business growth speaker, author and consultant. Her services – audit & strategy, LinkedIn training and LinkedIn profile rewrites.LinkedIn:⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/michellejraymond/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://b2bgrowthco.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Michelle B. Griffin is a TEDx +  keynote speaker, author and educator on personal branding and professional visibility. As the founder of Brand Leaders and creator of the Own Your Lane™ Recognition Roadmap + She's Visible™ movement, Michelle equips professionals to position their personal brands for recognition, media opportunities and industry impact.LinkedIn:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/michellebgriffin/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Websites: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://michellebgriffin.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠OwnYourLane.io⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Buy your copy on AmazonThe LinkedIn Branding Book, The Power of Two: Build Your Personal and Business Brand on LinkedIn for Exponential Growth -⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://mybook.to/The_LinkedIn_Branding_Book⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://MichelleSquared.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠OUR BOOKS⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The LinkedIn Branding Book + Workbook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Position Yourself Personal Branding Planner⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Business Gold: LinkedIn Company Pages⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠SUBMIT YOUR QUESTION:Simply DM both Michelles on LinkedIn to submit your question for a future episode.⁠⁠STAY AHEAD OF WHAT'S WORKING ON LINKEDINIf LinkedIn feels important to your business but messy in practice, Michelle J Raymond's newsletter delivers clear, no-hacks insights to help B2B teams make better LinkedIn decisions each week. Subscribe here - https://b2bgrowthco.com/newsletter/POSITION YOURSELF POWER HOURGet Unstuck in One Focused HourIf you're overthinking your message,positioning, or next move, Michelle's Position Yourself Power Hour gives youclear direction and practical next steps so you can move forward with confidence.Book your session here – [Insert Link]https://michellebgriffin.com/powerhour/

Are you confused on where to start with branding? In today's episode, I'm diving into two common types of brands: the personal brand and the property brand. I'll explain what defines each type, key differences to consider, and how the two can actually work together to support your goals as a short-term rental owner. Time-stamps:Defining a personal brand (3:25)Building a personal brand as a short-term rental owner (9:34)Defining a property brand (13:48)Creating content for your property brand (15:57)One key difference between personal and property brands (17:24)You can have multiple brands (20:11)How personal and property brands can work together (21:39)Mentioned in This Episode:Episode 19 How To Build Your Personal Brand and Become A Thought Leader: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-to-build-your-personal-brand-and-become-a-thought-leaderConnect with Ali: Website: brandandmarket.coInstagram: instagram.com/brandandmarket.coBook a discovery call with Ali: brandandmarket.17hats.com/p#/scheduling

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Do you feel like your current brand visuals are capturing the person you were, rather than the leader you are becoming? What if a photo shoot wasn't just about getting a new headshot, but about anchoring your future self in the present moment?This week, I sit down with Candace Smith, the visionary photographer for leaders and founder of the Beyond the Brand Collective. We pull back the curtain on the "identity upgrade" that happens when you step in front of the lens with intention. We dive into the psychology of visibility, the power of archetypes, and why you have full permission to keep parts of your life sacred while building a powerhouse personal brand.If you're ready to stop performing for the camera and start being seen in your full essence—including the messy, evolving, and athletic parts—this episode will challenge and expand you.Connect with Sam / Voice and VisibilityWebsite: www.voiceandvisibility.comNewsletter: https://voiceandvisibility.myflodesk.com/optinInstagram: www.instagram.com/thesamanthawarrenTiktok: www.tiktok.com/voiceandvisibilityConnect with Candace SmithInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/theessencephotographer/

I manifested my first 10k followers by being strategic. I had an idea, I had a strategy, and I made it happen, and you can do it, too. You don't need fancy equipment or a brand new camera; you can use what you have right now. So why not give yourself the chance to try and see what could happen?   My clients join the Courage Driven Latina program because they know that wanted to give themselves a chance to be great. They see other people posting content about their ideas or their businesses, and they know they can do that too - if only they had a little guidance. That's exactly what the Courage Driven Latina is built on: years of my real-world experience posting online, building a personal brand, and teaching you how to do what I did with your ideas.   In this week's episode, we're talking about how I manifested my first 10k by building a personal brand. This episode is a replay of a webinar that aired on March 9th, so if you catch it in time, you'll be able to take advantage of the limited-time bonuses we're offering right now! The doors to the Courage Driven Latina program are open, so sign up right now or book a free consultation call if you have any questions. You know you could be great if you gave yourself the chance. Sign up now for the Courage Driven Latina program and watch this week's episode to learn how to take the first steps to your own personal greatness. Resources Mentioned: Click here to claim your Manifest Your Marca bot!   Follow Erika on: Instagram @‌theerikacruzTikTok @‌theerikacruzLinkedIn Website: http://www.theerikacruz.com How to work with Erika: Sign up for the Courage Driven Latina program here! Join the waitlist for the Magnetic Mastermind here!   Podcast production for this episode was provided by CCST, an Afro-Latina-owned boutique podcast production and copywriting studio. 

Should you build your business under your personal brand or your company brand? In this episode, I'm unpacking a question that came up live on a panel recently, and I knew immediately it needed to become a podcast episode. Because this question is rarely just about branding. It's usually about money, capacity, visibility, growth, and what kind of business you actually want to build. I break down the pros and cons of personal brands, company brands, and hybrid approaches, plus how to think about this decision through the lens of simplicity, sustainability, and what will actually work for your business. In this episode of the podcast, I talk about: the real question behind personal brand vs company brand when a personal brand makes the most sense when a company brand creates more room to grow why a hybrid approach might be the sweet spot how to think about this as a business model decision, not just a branding one why complexity is expensive …And More!   This Episode Was Made Possible By: Riverside All-in-One Podcast & Video Platform Visit Riverside and use the code DREA to get 15% off any Riverside individual plan. We use it to record all our podcast interviews: https://onlinedrea.com/riverside   Go to the show notes for all the resources mentioned in this episode: https://onlinedrea.com/399   Want to be in episode 400 of the podcast?  We're celebrating 400 episodes of the Mindful Marketing podcast and I'm recording a special AMA episode. Want in? Send me your biggest marketing question as a quick voice message and you could be featured on the show.   Submit your question here: https://www.speakpipe.com/MindfulMarketingPodcast

There is no reason to sugar coat this: the online space is so crowded and noisy. So you standing out should be top priority. Today on Star of Your Brand I am breaking down my 3 C's method for building a stand out brand. Get ready to take notes and feel fired up! And make sure to join The BW Membership to participate in the upcoming Self Promotion Challenge. Go to starofyourbrand.com If you are new here, welcome to the Star of Your Brand Podcast, with me, Jaya Rose! You are in the right place if you are an impact-driven entrepreneur building an impactful personal brand. On the show, we talk about growing your brand with strategic visibility and embodied magic! JOIN BOLD WOMEN IN BUSINESS MEMBERSHIP: https://thejayarose.com/the-bw Please share this episode on your social media or with a friend who will benefit from it!  Get Social with Jaya Rose! IG: https://www.instagram.com/with... TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/withjay... FB Personal Page: (follow): https://www.facebook.com/jaya.... Website: https://thejayarose.com/START-... Contact Email: mailto:jaya@thejayarose.com Please don't pitch yourself (or your clients) to the show. Jaya hand selects interviews and does mostly solo shows. Emailing a pitch WILL NOT help your chances of getting on the show.  Subscribe to the Podcast! CLICK HERE TO SUBSCRIBE! If you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes, you can subscribe to the podcast on iTunes or Stitcher. You can also subscribe to the podcast app on your mobile device. Leave us an iTunes review! CLICK HERE TO LEAVE A REVIEW! Ratings and reviews from our listeners are extremely valuable to us and greatly appreciated. They help our podcast rank higher on iTunes, which exposes our show to more awesome listeners like you. If you have a minute, please leave a review on iTunes. Video marketing, online visibility, personal branding, speaking, camera confidence

What if the future of leadership isn't louder, tougher, or more relentless - but more human? In this episode of Your Passion, Purpose and Personal Brand, Lisa McGuire sits down with leadership consultant Deb Mitchell, founder of KindShift, to explore why kindness, clarity, and courage are becoming the most powerful leadership advantages in modern organizations. After more than 20 years working inside Fortune 500 companies like Capital One, Deloitte, and Booz Allen Hamilton, Deb noticed a troubling pattern: high-performing women leaders weren't burning out because they lacked capability. They were burning out because they were carrying too much. Too much responsibility. Too much emotional labor. Too many expectations to keep performing while abandoning their own needs. In this conversation, Deb shares why kindness is not weakness, how courageous conversations build trust inside organizations, and why leadership is shifting from performance and control toward presence, empathy, and clarity. You'll also learn simple practices - like the power of the pause - that help leaders move from anxiety and over-functioning to grounded authority. If you're a high-achieving professional who feels "successfully stuck," this episode offers a powerful reframe for what leadership can look like when you stop performing and start leading from alignment. Because the leaders shaping the future won't be the ones holding onto old models of control. They'll be the ones brave enough to lead with humanity.   CONNECT WITH DEB JOIN THE KINDSHIFT COHORT - MARCH 30 https://inspired-consulting-solutions.kit.com/25d8199207 LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mitchelldebra/  CENTERLINE NEWSLETTER: https://inspired-consulting-solutions.kit.com/ KINDSHIFT WEBSITE: https://www.kindshift.us/    CONNECT WITH LISA "SO MUCH MORE" NEWSLETTER: https://www.thediyframework.com/so-much-more-subscribe  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamlisamcguire/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/iamlisamcguire LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisa-mcguire/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@iamlisamcguire/videos  

After years of hard work, many professionals finally reach a point where things feel stable. The role fits. The team works. The urgency slows down. But that sense of comfort can quietly turn into complacency if you stop investing in your personal brand simply because things feel “fine.”In this episode of Branding Room Only, Paula T. Edgar explores the difference between comfort and complacency and why personal branding requires ongoing maintenance—even in seasons of stability. Through real examples from her work with clients, Paula explains why visibility, relationships, and clarity about your value should be built before disruption forces you to.In this episode:Why comfort and complacency are not the sameHow stability can quietly weaken your personal brandSimple ways to maintain your brand even when your career feels settled00:35 – The subtle line between comfort and complacency2:02 – What happens when your reputation only lives inside your organization4:19 – Personal branding as an often-overlooked discipline5:20 – How comfort can sometimes become an identity you get wrapped up in6:07 – Two examples of how disruption exposes branding gaps8:45 – The power of intentional discomfort to facilitate growth10:08 – Simple branding gut check and how to create a little intentional discomfort this weekMentioned In March Into Confidence: When Comfort Becomes ComplacencyHow Sharing Your Wins Strengthens Your Personal BrandCurated Resources from PaulaPersonal Branding Strategy SessionsSubscribe to The Branding Room Only on YouTubeCall to ActionFollow & Review: If you enjoyed this episode, leave a 5-star review on your favorite podcast platform! Want more ways to grow your personal brand? Make sure you're signed up for my upcoming webinars and workshops.Conferences are an investment—make sure you maximize yours. My Engage Your Hustle™ Conference Playbook gives you the strategies to prepare, stand out, and follow up with impact. Get your copy today.Sponsor for this episodeThis episode is brought to you by PGE Consulting Group LLC.PGE Consulting Group LLC empowers individuals and organizations to lead with purpose, presence, and impact. Specializing in leadership development and personal branding, we offer keynotes, custom programming, consulting, and strategic advising—all designed to elevate influence and performance at every level.Founded and led by Paula Edgar, our work centers on practical strategies that enhance professional development, strengthen workplace culture, and drive meaningful, measurable change.To learn more about Paula and her services, go to www.paulaedgar.com or contact her at info@paulaedgar.com, and follow Paula Edgar and the PGE Consulting Group LLC on LinkedIn.

In this episode, I sat down with Tina Brigley to talk about why entrepreneurs need to build a personal brand, not just a company brand. We broke down how storytelling, authenticity, and vulnerability are what really create trust, and why the messy parts of your journey are often the most powerful parts of your message. Tina shared her incredible story of losing the business she helped build, rebuilding from the ground up, and discovering that people were buying into her, not just the company. We also talked about my own shift toward more transparent content and why people connect more when you stop performing and start telling the truth. About Tina Brigley Tina Brigley is a TEDx speaker, storytelling brand strategist, and personal development coach who helps entrepreneurs turn their life experiences into powerful personal brands. She teaches business owners how to connect with their audience through authentic storytelling that builds trust, loyalty, and messaging that converts. After starting her career in education, Tina transitioned into coaching and personal development where she discovered that the stories people tell themselves often hold them back from showing up fully in business and life. Today, she helps entrepreneurs transform their lived experiences into magnetic messaging that attracts the right audience. Tina has coached thousands of entrepreneurs and coaches around the world and has been featured in Forbes, USA Today, Thrive Global, and Global Woman for her work in leadership, branding, and storytelling. Connect with Tina Brigley Website: https://tinabrigley.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tinabrigleyInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/tina.brigley About Justin: Justin Colby is the host of The Entrepreneur DNA and The Science of Flipping podcasts and a best-selling author. He is a serial entrepreneur with over and a seasoned real estate investor with over 20 years of experience. Driven by a passion to help entrepreneurs thrive, Justin created the Entrepreneur DNA community to support business owners in building wealth, systems, and long-term freedom. Through his podcasts, books, education platforms, and hands-on mentorship, he continues to help entrepreneurs scale with clarity and confidence. Connect with Justin: Instagram: @thejustincolby YouTube: Justin Colby TikTok: @justincolbytsof LinkedIn: Justin Colby Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

George Wright II welcomes listeners to The Daily Mastermind and continues his Monday “Prosperity Pillars” series by teaching pillar nine: “I'm committed to lifelong learning.” He argues that growth determines results and that the mind can only conceive what it has been exposed to, so learning shapes beliefs and directs life's course. He distinguishes between information consumption and real learning, emphasizing that learning occurs through application. Using the belief creation equation, he notes that learning, combined with application, creates experience, which in turn produces beliefs and results. He explains how challenges, repetition, intentional focus, teachability, mentors, and a growth-oriented environment accelerate learning. He recommends building learning into daily rituals and offers a practical exercise: reread the first chapter of Think and Grow Rich, choose one idea to apply immediately, and take action.00:59 Pillar 9 Lifelong Learning01:32 Growth and Mindset Exposure02:38 Applied Learning Equation04:16 Challenges Expand Identity05:02 Intentional Focused Learning06:07 Repetition and Being Teachable07:53 Mentors and Environment08:28 Daily Rituals and Action PlanThanks for listening, and Please Share this Episode with someone. It would really help us to grow our show and share these valuable tips and strategies with others. Have a great day.George Wright III“It's Never Too Late to Start Living the Life You Were Meant to Live”FREE Daily Mastermind Resources:CONNECT with George & Access Tons of ResourcesGet access to Proven Strategies and Time-Test Principles for Success. Plus, download and access tons of FREE resources and online events by joining our Exclusive Community of Entrepreneurs, Business Owners, and High Achievers like YOU.Join FREE at DailyMastermind.comFollow me on social media Facebook | Instagram | Linkedin | TikTok | YoutubeGrow Your Authority and Personal Brand with a FREE Interview in a Top Global Magazine HERE.

Your personal brand is going to be the single most important investment that you make this year. Not your resume, not another certification, not even your performance review. Your personal brand is essentially your professional reputation personified. It shapes what senior leaders, peers, and stakeholders say about you when you are not in the room, and those conversations directly influence your opportunities long before you ever see them. I see high performers get stuck all the time because they assume hard work speaks for itself. It doesn't, at least not entirely. Performance absolutely matters, but your reputation shapes how people interpret that performance and whether they believe you can operate at the next level. In this episode, we discuss: • What is a personal brand at work, and why does it matter for promotion • How does personal brand influence performance reviews and nine-box ratings • Why do high performers get overlooked for leadership roles • How do you identify and communicate your unique value at work • How long does it take to rebrand yourself inside a company  

Most people struggle with content for one simple reason—they start posting before they know what they actually stand for.In this episode, Rich sits down with content specialist Briar Cochran to break down how to build a personal brand that's clear, consistent, and built to last. The conversation centers around identifying your brand pillars—the core themes that guide what you talk about, what you stand for, and how your audience understands you.If you're trying to grow a personal brand, figure out what to post, or build an audience that actually trusts you, this episode breaks down the foundation most people skip.

There is no one "Right" way to respond to world events. Episode 23 of the Aquarian Age Business podcast explores how you can unplug from the matrix distraction of cancel culture, obligation, virtue signaling discourse - and plug BACK into your true seat of Leadership and Truth.   For show notes, links and transcripts, visit https://oathoracle.com/2026/03/05/aab23/  NEW! Shadow Work for Sacred CEOs

George Wright III asks listeners whether they're seeing the progress they want in life and business, arguing that when people feel stuck, they often blame external conditions instead of evaluating what needs to change within. He shares a mentor-taught framework called the “Pearl Constellation,” an acronym for five areas that guide progress: Philosophy (mindset and beliefs), Emotion (attitude and emotional discipline), Activity (focused actions versus being busy), Results (measuring and tracking progress while also noting who you're becoming), and Lifestyle (choosing happiness now while “happily achieving” the future). He encourages weekly self-checks using PEARL—how you think, feel, act, what you're producing, and how you're living—because small shifts in one area can change your direction and make progress inevitable.00:53 Stop Blaming Outside Factors01:41 Introducing Pearl Constellation02:57 P for Philosophy Mindset04:17 E for Emotion and State05:39 A for Activity and Focus06:49 R for Results and Measurement08:11 L for Lifestyle and Happiness09:23 Weekly Pearl Check InThanks for listening, and Please Share this Episode with someone. It would really help us to grow our show and share these valuable tips and strategies with others. Have a great day.George Wright III“It's Never Too Late to Start Living the Life You Were Meant to Live”FREE Daily Mastermind Resources:CONNECT with George & Access Tons of ResourcesGet access to Proven Strategies and Time-Test Principles for Success. Plus, download and access tons of FREE resources and online events by joining our Exclusive Community of Entrepreneurs, Business Owners, and High Achievers like YOU.Join FREE at DailyMastermind.comFollow me on social media Facebook | Instagram | Linkedin | TikTok | YoutubeGrow Your Authority and Personal Brand with a FREE Interview in a Top Global Magazine HERE.

Should you start a personal brand in 2026? Levi Lascsak and Krissy Owens break down the truth about personal branding, YouTube for real estate agents, and what actually works in 2026.If you are a real estate agent thinking about starting a personal brand, this conversation will save you time, money, and stress. Levi Lascsak explains why most agents should focus on building a strong real estate business first before trying to become a personal brand. Krissy Owens shares why YouTube for real estate works differently than Instagram or TikTok, and how agents can close deals in as little as 60 to 90 days when they focus on the right strategy. They also talk about credibility, storytelling, and why real results matter more than trying to look famous online.You will hear real examples, including how agents have generated serious GCI by following simple, focused strategies. Levi Lascsak and Krissy Owens also explain why trying to run multiple channels or talk about too many topics can slow your growth. If you want to use YouTube for real estate the smart way, build authority, and create real income, this video will show you where to start and what to avoid.======

AI isn't coming – it's HERE. 13% of jobs are already becoming obsolete by AI, from admin to HR to data analytics. So here's the real question. What makes you irreplaceable? This topic has been weighing heavy on my mind, so today, I want to talk about how to develop and position your personal brand so you stand out (and why alcohol-free women will thrive in this new era). Your emotional intelligence, creativity, judgment, and ability to catalyze change are about to become your most valuable currencies.   IN THIS EPISODE: Why a personal brand is no longer optional and what staying invisible costs you 5 transformative skills that make you AI-proof and why visibility is our new currency Which skills are seeing 20% more demand – and how being alcohol-free fits in Why the ability to create subconscious change is becoming the ultimate career advantage   LINKS/RESOURCES MENTIONED On March 5, I'm hosting a FREE event called Hot Fiery Purpose, where I'll teach the framework I've used on hundreds of clients to help you discover your massive purpose. Save your seat right now.  If you know you're meant to help other people change their relationship with alcohol and create a profitable online brand, apply now for the  Empowered AF Coach 5x Certification – and get 5x certified as a world class alcohol-free empowerment coach, mindset coach, success coach, NLP practitioner, and hypnosis practitioner.  Euphoric the Club is the club where successful women who don't drink (and the women who are becoming them) grow together. Get access to all of my alcohol-free programs and methodology for only $62.  Awarded the most empowering book in the sober curious genre, be sure to get your copy of Euphoric: Ditch Alcohol and Gain a Happier, More Confident You today and leave a review.  Follow @euphoric.af on Instagram. And as always, rate, review, and subscribe so we can continue spreading our message far and wide.

To celebrate 600 episodes of the My Daily Business Podcast, Fiona Killackey sits down with Sarah Sherry (co-founder of Clothing The Gaps) for a candid conversation about the realities of building a sustainable small business over a decade. From leaving a corporate marketing role to navigating grief, motherhood and entrepreneurship, Fiona shares the lessons that shaped both her business and her life. 600th Podcast Interview In this episode, you'll learn: The biggest lessons Fiona has learned after 10 years running a small business and hosting 600 podcast episodes Why tying your identity to your work can quietly lead to burnout — and how to redefine success Practical insights for entrepreneurs on balancing business growth, family life and personal wellbeing How building community, support networks and honest conversations can sustain you through the ups and downs of business Connect with My Daily Business: Instagram: @mydailybusiness_ TikTok: @mydailybusiness Email: hello@mydailybusiness.com Website: mydailybusiness.com Resources mentioned: Group Coaching 2026 AI Monthly Chat Group for Small Business Owners My Daily Business courses - mydailybusiness.com/courses ⭐️⭐️ Join Group Coaching for 2026 ⭐️⭐️ Want to get your #smallbusiness sorted in 2026? Check out our 1:1 business coaching packages from a one-off session to 6-months of coaching. Want to know more about AI and how to harness it for your small businesS? Join our new monthly AI chat for small business owners. You can join anytime at www.mydailybusiness.com/AIchat Try out my fave AI tool, Poppy AI here and use discount code FIONA. We also love Descript. Connect and get in touch with My Daily Business via our shop, freebies, award-winning books, Instagram and Tik Tok.

In this episode of Best in Fest, host Leslie LaPage speaks with Shawn Bailey, entrepreneur, social media strategist, and founder of the WanderPreneur Agency. Shawn specializes in helping creators, filmmakers, and entrepreneurs understand the TikTok ecosystem and turn their content into a growing digital brand.As filmmakers increasingly rely on social media to build audiences before distribution, Shawn breaks down how platforms like TikTok can be used strategically to grow visibility, connect with collaborators, and even monetize content through live streaming and creator engagement.In this episode, you'll learn:

Starting over is not the end of the world. It may feel like it, at first, don't get me wrong. But if I had lost everything, all of my clients, and I had to start my online business over again, I know that I could do it. I can make money online and regain my following because I help people start over for a living.    I have two clients who have decided to start over recently. One got laid off, and the other wanted to open a new business. It's scary, the first step is always scary, but it can't hold you back. And by having a plan, you can turn that fear into the drive you need to start making money online in 2026.    In this week's episode, we're talking about how I'd make money online if I had to start over. We're talking about starting over completely from scratch - no followers, no business, no trust, no reputation. Starting over is a blessing, and this week, I'm going to teach you how to start over on the right foot. Tune in to hear all about how to make money online, how to create financial flexibility, and how I'd build a brand from scratch in 2026.  Resources Mentioned: Click here to claim your Manifest Your Marca bot!   Follow Erika on: Instagram @‌theerikacruzTikTok @‌theerikacruzLinkedIn Website: http://www.theerikacruz.com How to work with Erika: Sign up to join the free training, How I Manifested My First 10K Followers by Building a Personal Brand, on Monday, March 9th  Join the waitlist for the Courage Driven Latina program here! Join the waitlist for the Magnetic Mastermind here!   Podcast production for this episode was provided by CCST, an Afro-Latina-owned boutique podcast production and copywriting studio. 

Dr. Amy Shah did everything she was supposed to do. Ivy League education. Elite medical training. Multiple board certifications. On paper, her life looked like a success. But behind the accolades, she was exhausted, disconnected, and running on stress. Then a near-fatal car accident forced her to confront a hard truth. The life she built was slowly breaking her body and mind. In this episode, Amy joins Ilana to share how a personal health crisis became the catalyst for a complete reinvention. She opens up about leaving the traditional medical path without burning the boats, building a science-backed wellness platform, and why women are being failed by modern healthcare. Dr. Amy Shah is a double board-certified physician and nutrition specialist. Through her books and wellness platform, Dr. Amy empowers millions to optimize their health with evidence-based strategies rooted in nutrition, gut health, exercise, and lifestyle medicine. In this episode, Ilana and Dr. Amy will discuss: (00:00) Introduction  (03:30) How a Near-Fatal Accident Became a Wake-Up Call (09:51) From Traditional Medical Path to a Wellness Brand (13:08) Building a Personal Brand Despite Pushback (17:13) The Power of Having a Supportive Network (21:47) How Dr. Amy Built a Powerful Portfolio Career (23:51) Understanding Women's Health: The 30-30-3 Framework (26:41) The Science of Probiotics and Gut Health (30:24) The 4-3-2-1 Movement Framework for Peak Health (37:32) Managing Stress and Cortisol Levels (43:42) Building a Personal Brand and Finding Your Path (47:17) Her Immigrant Roots and Its Impact (51:44) Review and Q&A: Beating Ageism in Your Career Journey Dr. Amy Shah is a double board-certified physician and nutrition specialist. She is the bestselling author of I'm So Effing Hungry and I'm So Effing Tired. Her latest book, Hormone Havoc, offers a science-backed guide to navigating the complexities of perimenopause and menopause. Through her books and wellness platform, Dr. Amy empowers millions to optimize their health with evidence-based strategies rooted in nutrition, gut health, exercise, and lifestyle medicine. Connect with Dr. Amy: Dr. Amy's Website: https://amymdwellness.com  Dr. Amy's Instagram: instagram.com/dramyshah  Resources Mentioned: Dr. Amy's Books,  Hormone Havoc: A Science-Backed Protocol for Perimenopause and Menopause: Sleep Better. Think Better. Feel Better: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0063420856  I'm So Effing Hungry: Why We Crave What We Crave – and What to Do About It: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0063285118  Leap Academy: Ready to make the LEAP in your career? There is a NEW WAY for professionals to fast-track their careers and leap to bigger opportunities.  Check out our free training today at https://bit.ly/leap--free-training

George Wright III explains the power of “dream building” as the starting point of all success, arguing that success is the progressive realization of a worthwhile dream and that the vividness and clarity of a dream determine motivation, faith, and belief. Referencing James Allen's As a Man Thinketh (chapter six, “Visions and Ideals”), he emphasizes that people become what they think about and that “dream lofty dreams” because every achievement begins as a dream. He shares a personal story of becoming a young husband and father of twins at 17 and relying on his vision to push through financial struggle. Wright teaches that successful people don't ask for smaller problems; they build bigger dreams, citing Dexter Yager's line, “If the dream's big enough, the facts don't count.” He recommends purposeful, scheduled daily visualization, getting interactive with dreams, and placing dream reminders everywhere.01:14 Lessons From As A Man Thinketh02:51 Dreams As Fuel04:06 Bigger Dreams Beat Obstacles05:27 What Dream Building Means05:54 Make It A Daily Ritual07:17 Get Interactive With Dreams07:47 Put Reminders Everywhere08:17 Final Quote And ChallengeThanks for listening, and Please Share this Episode with someone. It would really help us to grow our show and share these valuable tips and strategies with others. Have a great day.George Wright III“It's Never Too Late to Start Living the Life You Were Meant to Live”FREE Daily Mastermind Resources:CONNECT with George & Access Tons of ResourcesGet access to Proven Strategies and Time-Test Principles for Success. Plus, download and access tons of FREE resources and online events by joining our Exclusive Community of Entrepreneurs, Business Owners, and High Achievers like YOU.Join FREE at DailyMastermind.comFollow me on social media Facebook | Instagram | Linkedin | TikTok | YoutubeGrow Your Authority and Personal Brand with a FREE Interview in a Top Global Magazine HERE.

There's a moment in every high achiever's life when the outside success no longer matches the inside truth. You have the title. The team. The salary. The symbols. And yet… something feels off. In this powerful episode of Passion, Purpose, and Personal Brand, Lisa McGuire sits down with Chris Lalomia, founder of The Trusted Toolbox and host of Small Business Safari, to unpack what it really looks like to walk away from corporate security and step into the unpredictable, often messy, but deeply fulfilling world of entrepreneurship. Chris didn't just leave a job. He left an identity. From Senior Vice President with custom suits and a Mercedes… to hauling trash in white vans and earning credibility one home at a time. This is not a highlight reel conversation. This is about ego checks, near-missed payrolls, launching a company before the Great Recession, building systems in an unregulated industry, and discovering that the "wild" may be dangerous—but it's also where purpose wakes up. If you've ever felt "successfully stuck," this episode is your mirror. Key Takeaways "Successfully stuck" is real — outward success can mask internal misalignment. Leaving corporate isn't just a career shift. It's an identity shift. Passion isn't enough, but it's essential when everything gets hard. Financial resilience determines survival more than optimism does. Systems save you when emotion fails you. Entrepreneurship is freedom, but it's also full responsibility. Professionalizing a fragmented industry requires leadership and vision CONNECT WITH CHRIS LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrislalomia/  WEBSITE: https://www.chrislalomia.com/  COMPANY WEBSITE: https://thetrustedtoolbox.com/  CONNECT WITH LISA LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisa-mcguire/  WEBSITE: https://lisamcguire.com Beyond the Transaction Mastermind -  Apply to join the group: https://beyondthetransactionmm.com/register Sign up for Lisa's "so much more" newsletter: https://www.thediyframework.com/so-much-more-subscribe  Freedom Reset: Your Next Steps to Realignment  Register: https://go.lisamcguire.com/freedom-reset  Human Design Masterclass Waitlist: https://go.lisamcguire.com/human-design-masterclass-waitlist  Ideal Client Workshop Waitlist: https://go.lisamcguire.com/ideal-client-workshop-waitlist-icww785155  Get your free Human Design Bodygraph: https://lisamcguire.com/get-your-free-chart/ 

George Wright III explains that win-win is not a negotiation tactic but an identity rooted in an abundance mindset, arguing that scarcity thinking makes people believe success requires someone else to lose or that happiness must be sacrificed. He outlines how entrepreneurs are often conditioned to compete transactionally and emphasizes that win-win is leadership built on long-term relationship equity and reputation. He offers a practical framework: stop reacting when situations feel competitive, define what a real win looks like for both sides, separate ego from the outcome, and expand the playing field by changing variables such as time, scope, creativity, or outside resources. Using a client price negotiation example, he suggests adjusting scope, extending contract length, or bundling services. He encourages practicing win-win in daily routines and invites listeners to follow the podcast and access upcoming free resources on authority and branding.01:01 Show Intro Monday Setup01:46 Prosperity Pillar Win Win03:09 Scarcity vs Abundance04:05 Entrepreneur Traps and Ego06:15 Win Win Framework Steps08:45 Negotiation Example Pricing09:57 Practice Both Not EitherThanks for listening, and Please Share this Episode with someone. It would really help us to grow our show and share these valuable tips and strategies with others. Have a great day.George Wright III“It's Never Too Late to Start Living the Life You Were Meant to Live”FREE Daily Mastermind Resources:CONNECT with George & Access Tons of ResourcesGet access to Proven Strategies and Time-Test Principles for Success. Plus, download and access tons of FREE resources and online events by joining our Exclusive Community of Entrepreneurs, Business Owners, and High Achievers like YOU.Join FREE at DailyMastermind.comFollow me on social media Facebook | Instagram | Linkedin | TikTok | YoutubeGrow Your Authority and Personal Brand with a FREE Interview in a Top Global Magazine HERE.

⭐️⭐️   Join Group Coaching for 2026 ⭐️⭐️   Business consultant, coach and founder of My Daily Business, Fiona Killackey, explores how understanding the season of business you're truly in can transform your strategy, reduce comparison and bring clarity to your next move. In this episode, you'll learn: • How to identify whether you're in a growth, maintenance, transition or consolidation season • Why comparing yourself to someone in a completely different life stage can quietly derail your progress • How to align your business strategy with your real capacity, health, family and priorities • Practical questions to ask so your business supports your life, not fights against it ⭐️⭐️   Join Group Coaching for 2026 ⭐️⭐️   Connect with My Daily Business: Instagram: @mydailybusiness_ TikTok: @mydailybusiness Email: hello@mydailybusiness.com Website: mydailybusiness.com Resources mentioned: Group Coaching 2026 AI Monthly Chat Group for Small Business Owners My Daily Business courses - mydailybusiness.com/courses ⭐️⭐️ Join Group Coaching for 2026 ⭐️⭐️ Want to get your #smallbusiness sorted in 2026? Check out our 1:1 business coaching packages from a one-off session to 6-months of coaching. Want to know more about AI and how to harness it for your small businesS? Join our new monthly AI chat for small business owners. You can join anytime at www.mydailybusiness.com/AIchat Try out my fave AI tool, Poppy AI here and use discount code FIONA. We also love Descript. Connect and get in touch with My Daily Business via our shop, freebies, award-winning books, Instagram and Tik Tok.

André, The Impulsive Thinker®, sits down with personal branding expert Krista Clive-Smith to break down what personal branding really means for ADHD Entrepreneurs today. Forget the influencer noise—this honest conversation gets to the roots of brand and reputation, focusing on values, authenticity, and staying true to yourself. Whether you're aiming for global influence or a solid career path, personal branding isn't just about being seen—it's about living in alignment with who you are. If you're ready to strengthen your Entrepreneur journey, tune in for actionable insights and fresh perspective on building your brand the meaningful way.  

In this episode, Dr. Zonzie McLaurin explains that a personal brand is not a logo, follower count, or influencer status, but a reputation made visible at the intersection of expertise, values, and voice, and that in today's digital world it shapes opportunities, influence, and income before people ever meet you. Building on a prior episode about legacy, she argues that legacy now has a public face through consistent online presence and challenges listeners to intentionally design the story their digital touchpoints tell. She shares a five-step framework: define a clear core message focused on the transformation you provide, choose one or two platforms based on audience and strengths, create generous content that serves (teach, tell stories, take a stand, and for faith-driven listeners testify), show up consistently and authentically without waiting for perfection, and build relationships and community rather than chasing metrics. She closes with a three-part action plan to write a one-sentence core message, select a primary platform, and publish one piece of content this week.00:00 Legacy Meets Branding02:57 What Personal Brand Means05:11 Design Your Reputation07:05 Step 1 Core Message09:06 Step 2 Pick Platforms11:02 Step 3 Serve With Content13:33 Step 4 Consistent Authentic15:47 Step 5 Build Relationships18:58 Take Action This Week21:34 Final Charge And Farewell

Networking is OUT. Relationship building is IN. And if you've been showing up to events, handing out cards, and rehearsing your elevator pitch and wondering why none of it is actually growing your brand or your business, this episode is about to change everything. In this episode, Kimberly Gayle breaks down why old-school networking is one of the most overrated, misunderstood strategies in personal branding — and what the new way actually looks like. Hint: it's relational, it's curious, it's generous, and it works. You'll learn the difference between networking and genuine connection, how to build relationships that are mutually beneficial and built to last, and the exact questions to ask at your next event that will make people actually remember you — for all the right reasons. Kimberly shares real stories from her own entrepreneurial journey — including the craft beer connection that became a lifelong friendship, opened every door in her industry, and led to the person who officiated her wedding — as the living proof that genuine relationship building is the most powerful personal brand strategy you will ever use. In this episode, you'll discover: Why the old networking playbook is killing your brand — and what to do instead The difference between transactional networking and genuine relational connection Selena Soo's Align, Attract, Activate framework for building rich relationships Real questions to ask at events that spark actual connection (and why "So, what do you do?" has to go) How to connect authentically online without being generic or performative Why discernment matters — and how to recognize when a relationship isn't mutual The 5-step Connection challenge to start building relationships that grow your brand this week Resource mentioned in this episode: Rich Relationships by Selena Soo Want to build a personal brand that actually attracts the right people and the right relationships? Request your FREE Personal Brand Strategy Call with Kimberly Gayle https://mountain-cardamom-037.notion.site/2955061b5cdf803790aecbbb4badc5bd?pvs=105 Show Notes: Episode 59: How to Build Genuine Relationships that Grow Your Personal Brand Let's Connect Online! Website: https://www.boldlyemerge.com/ Email: kimberly@boldemergencebranding.com Instagram: @boldemergencebranding

I get this question all the time. What would I do if I had to build a personal brand from scratch in one year? In today's episode, I'm sharing the seven habits that would catapult my personal brand to seven figures if I had just one year to start from scratch. I'll walk you through what I believe it takes to build an authentic, profitable brand. While I've built multiple brands over the years, one thing remains constant: consistency. The habits I'm about to share are the exact actions I've taken to shift my mindset, grow my visibility, and keep my audience engaged. These habits will help you become the person you need to be to stand confidently in front of your audience and grow a personal brand in a way that feels like second nature. If you're serious about growth, start putting these into action today. Listen to the full episode to learn how you can start making progress toward your personal or business branding goals. "The only way you get good at doing the thing you're afraid to do is by doing the thing you're afraid to do." ~ Jen Gottlieb In This Episode: - Habit #1: Posting three pieces of content daily - Habit #2: Building relationships with collaborators - Habit #3: Practicing messaging through wonder walks - Habit #4: Doing live streams to boost confidence - Habit #5: Studying people who have built successful personal brands - Habit #6: Putting yourself in new rooms to network - Habit #7: Doing one terrifying thing every day to build courage Where to find me: IG: https://www.instagram.com/jen_gottlieb/    TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jen_gottlieb     Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Jenleahgottlieb    Website: https://jengottlieb.com/    My business: https://www.superconnectormedia.com/     YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@jen_gottlieb

In this episode of The Kelly Roach Show, Kelly is sharing a behind the scenes look at the conversations happening in multi-7 and 8-figure rooms, and what leaders are preparing for as we move deeper into 2026. We cover: The two growth strategies emerging in the AI era Major consumer buying shifts already unfolding in 2026. Why thought leadership must become a revenue engine (not just a marketing tool). The "silver tsunami" and the largest wealth transfer of our lifetime. Acquisitions, consulting for equity, and community aggregation as next-level wealth strategies. The platform divide: AI amplification vs. human-forward ecosystems. How to align your business model with your strengths, your calling, and your desired lifestyle. The strategic shifts that will define category leaders over the next 24 months. Timestamps 1:26 The Great Divide: and Why You Must Decide Which Side You're Playing On 3:14 The Six Key Changes Transforming the Next 24 Months 4:05 Consumer Buying Shifts from 2025 to 2026 6:04 Strategic Neutrality: Separating Preference from Market Reality 8:35 Monetizing the Personal Brand  12:56 The Silver Tsunami: The Greatest Wealth Transfer of All Time 13:31 Aggregation, Acquisition & Consulting for Equity 14:06 Substack Strategy & Engagement Proof 17:23 Placement Determines Value 21:05 Discernment in the AI Era 22:35 Aligning Strategy with Calling 23:05 2026 Predictions & Strategic Alignment 23:53 Empowering Teams to Monetize Thought Leadership  Resources: Join us at the Legacy Leaders Retreat for 7 and 8-figire business leaders happening March 10th and 11th in Boca Raton, Florda: https://advancesociety.org/2026rsvp  Get the Substack Intensive replay and join our 30-day challenge kicking off March 2nd: https://accelerator.virtualbusinessschool.com/substack  Join The Miracle Hour Audiobook waitlist: https://api.leadconnectorhq.com/widget/form/u3RyaGPFchNEHdnSf4lD  Join The Sacred Art of Selling waitlist: https://thekellyroach.com/bts  Follow Kelly on Substack: https://kellyroachofficial.substack.com/ 

Meet Your All·in·One Creator Store (Stan)https://join.stan.store/the505podcastUnlock your first product and start getting paid as a creator (FREE download)https://the505podcast.courses/paidofferplaybookWhat's up Rock Nation! Today we're joined by Matt Gray, creator of Founder OS, who's built multiple eight-figure businesses and published over 36,000 pieces of content. In this episode, we break down the battle of longevity, why your leadership is the real cap on your success, what scaling from $1M to $10M actually demands, the hard lessons of hiring and firing, and how to build systems that let your personal brand become a real company, not just a content page.Check out Matt here:https://www.youtube.com/ ⁨@realmattgray⁩  https://www.instagram.com/matthgray/Timestamps00:00 – Intro00:01:07 – Paid Offer Playbook00:01:22 – First System That Changed Everything00:03:24 – Scaling Content While Traveling00:05:10 – Early Content Was Messy00:07:00 – Systems Born From Frustration00:08:03 – How the Content Waterfall Works00:10:25 – Generating Endless Content Ideas00:11:49 – Why Founders Burn Out00:13:14 – Founder Doubt: Quit or Push Through00:14:07 – Think Like an Investor, Not Founder00:15:19 – $1M vs $10M Systems Shift00:15:29 – Stan Store Sponsor Break00:16:02 – Scaling Requires Real Infrastructure00:17:16 – Hard Hiring Lessons00:18:17 – Moneyball Hiring Strategy00:19:37 – Hiring for ROI and Values00:23:09 – Firing 23 People in One Day00:26:20 – Slow Growth over Hyper Scaling00:27:30 – Defining Success as Peace00:28:10 – Are Systems Only for Big Teams?00:29:02 – Systems Create the Success00:30:16 – Simple Way to Document Systems00:31:20 – Using AI to Build Systems00:33:17 – Is Personal Branding Optional?00:35:19 – Disrupting Your Business Every Year00:37:00 – AI Is an Opportunity00:41:43 – Minimalism and Experiences Over Things00:43:44 – Why He Started His Personal Brand00:44:29 – Low Testosterone Wake-Up Call00:45:52 – The Artist's Way Changed Everything00:48:05 – Why Storytelling Scales Your Brand00:49:44 – Emotional Connection Beats Tactics00:50:35 – Why Most Brands Aren't Unique00:51:26 – Caring Is the Differentiator00:59:07 – Trust Takes Time and Touchpoints00:59:59 – The Skeptic Buyer Mindset01:00:25 – Are Founders Looking for Exits?01:01:04 – Why Exits Are a Lottery Ticket01:02:18 – Cash Flow vs Chasing Liquidity01:04:02 – Building for Freedom, Not Headlines01:06:11 – Why Most Founders Stay in Operations01:08:27 – The Real Goal is Time Autonomy01:10:03 – Escaping the Founder Bottleneck01:12:14 – Designing a Business That Runs Without You01:14:49 – Revenue vs Lifestyle Alignment01:17:06 – When Growth Becomes a Trap01:19:32 – The Hidden Cost of Ambition01:21:18 – Identity Tied to Your Business01:23:07 – Building Something You Don't Resent01:25:41 – Systems as Emotional Insurance01:28:10 – Why Simplicity Wins Long Term01:30:55 – Complexity Kills Margin01:33:22 – Founder Energy Is the Constraint01:35:48 – Scaling Without Losing Soul01:38:16 – Trust Compounds Over Time01:40:07 – Why Distribution Beats Perfection01:42:33 – Obsession With Craft01:44:58 – Caring Is a Competitive Advantage01:47:21 – Playing the Long Game01:49:39 – Building a Brand That Endures01:52:12 – Peace Is the Real KPI01:54:49 – The After Party If you liked this episode please send it to a friend and take a screenshot for your story! And as always, we'd love to hear from you guys on what you'd like to hear us talk about or potential guests we should have on. DM US ON IG: (Our DM's are always open!) Bfiggy: https://www.instagram.com/bfiggy/ Kostas: https://www.instagram.com/kostasg95/

Your personal brand isn't just your profile. It's your God-given influence waiting to create impact and income.  In this episode, Emily reveals how to monetize your personal brand using the gifts, experiences, and influence God placed in your hands. She explains how to position yourself as a crowned authority, attract the right audience, and sell transformation, all while staying rooted in service and faith. By the end, you'll understand how to steward your personal brand as a tool for transformation, both for your audience and the calling God has placed on your life.  What You'll Learn: Why depth over numbers wins in today's trust economy The 9 most powerful ways to monetize your personal brand How to identify the transformation you're uniquely positioned to teach The difference between opportunity and divine assignment Why obedience creates more fruit than hustle ever will Timestamps: 00:26  - You Are the Brand 01:31 - Depth Over Numbers, Trust Over Trends 02:23 - What It Means to Be a Crowned Authority 05:45 - What Do People Come to You For? 10:01 - Your Transformation Is Your Superpower 16:16 - Signature Programs & Courses 18:29 - One-on-One & Group Coaching 23:21 - Hosting Retreats & Experiences 25:47 - Network Marketing & Affiliate Links 33:50 - Brand Partnerships That Actually Work 38:45 - Speaking & Authority Positioning 42:04 - Memberships & Recurring Revenue 43:37 - Digital Products & Quiet Income Streams 45:31 - Discernment & Alignment: Monetize Without Compromising Your Calling 48:51 - Obedience Over Hustle Are You Seen as a True Crowned Authority™ With Your Personal Brand? Take the Crowned Authority™Assessment | https://quiz.fordivine.com/  More from Emily & FORDIVINE: Website |  https://meetemilyford.com   Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/itsemily         Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/itsemilymethod    YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/c/ITSEMILYFORD  Called & Crowned Podcast | https://www.instagram.com  

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 1974: Michael Piperno explores what it really takes to navigate meaningful career transitions and build lasting professional influence, emphasizing purpose, strategic networking, and personal accountability. He also clarifies the powerful distinction between personal brand and executive presence, showing how authentic self-awareness and intentional communication shape how others see and follow you. His insights offer practical guidance for anyone ready to take ownership of their next chapter and lead with credibility. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.michaelpiperno.com/career-journeys-changes-and-transitions/ & https://www.michaelpiperno.com/personal-brand-or-executive-presence/ Quotes to ponder: "Making a career transition, or any significant type of career change, is hard work. It's also fraught with risk and uncertainty, yet the payoff can be literally life-changing." "Chances are you're not throwing all your skills and experiences out the window and starting with absolutely nothing you can carry with you." "Executive presence is what makes you a leader that others want to follow."

Growing a personal brand and spiritual business takes more than intuition, inspiration, or online visibility. It requires lived experience, discernment, confidence, and a willingness to grow alongside your work. In this episode, Emily shares eight key lessons she's learned while building her intuitive and spiritual business over time. Drawing from real-world experience and channeled insights from her spirit guides and support team, Emily speaks honestly about the path, and how to enjoy yours more. You'll hear how to recognize when you're on the right track, what challenges are part of the natural growth process, and how intuitive businesses evolve through different seasons. Emily also offers intuitive insight into the upcoming years and what they're calling forward in spiritual leadership, visibility, and embodiment. For more ways to work with Emily: www.emilymarie.com

On today's episode of the CLS Experience, host Craig Siegel sits down with global communication strategist and bestselling author Maha Abouelenein for a powerful conversation on storytelling, personal branding, and reinventing yourself with confidence. Drawing from her Egyptian American upbringing and bold move to Egypt at 27, Maha shares how culture, courage, and curiosity shaped her mission to help people communicate with clarity and impact. She explains why personal branding in 2025 is not vanity but reputation, and why it becomes a true competitive advantage in an AI driven world. The discussion dives into authenticity, consistency, and purpose as the foundation of influence, along with her belief that confidence comes from action and that waiting is the fastest way to stay stuck. Maha unpacks how to turn setbacks into comebacks, build a personal board of directors, and become a value creator by making consistent deposits in other people's trust banks. They explore feedback as fuel for growth, reinvention at any age, and how to intentionally create opportunities instead of hoping they appear. Let's go deep.4:53 Personal Branding in 2025: Reputation, AI, and Opportunity9:42 Authenticity and Consistency: The Real Formula16:19 Turning Setbacks Into Comebacks24:33 Feedback as a Roadmap for Growth28:24 Relationships Over Resumes: Deposits in the Trust Bank32:26 Spirituality, Travel, and Daily EnergyCheck out Maha on Instagram HERE: Check out Maha's Website HERE:Check out Maha's Book HERE:Tickets now available for our live event March 5th, CLS: Genesis HERE:Check out our brand new RISE Framework to unlock your purpose HERE.Check out our partner Belay using our custom link HERE to find the best help available to grow your business!To join our community click here.➤ To connect with Craig Siegel follow Craig on Instagram➤ Order a copy of my new book The Reinvention Formula today! ➤ Join our CLS texting community for free daily inspiration and business strategies to elevate your day, text (917) 634-3796➤ INSTAGRAM➤ FACEBOOK➤ TIKTOK➤ YOUTUBE➤ WEBSITE➤ LINKEDIN➤ X

You won't post online because you were told to stay quiet all your life. You were conditioned to keep your head down, be humble, and mind your manners. And now that conditioning has leaked into every aspect of your life, including posting online.    And, this isn't about confronting your parents or lamenting about the horrors machismo has left on our culture. We can do that later. Today, we're working on ourselves, letting that kind of toxic self-talk go, and learning how we can break free of this calladita conditioning.   In this week's episode, we're talking about posting progress over perfectionism. To be successful on social media, you need trust. Trust from your audience to keep watching, and trust from yourself to keep posting. There is a psychology to building trust online, and after years of building a successful personal brand on social media, I've cracked the code. Listen to find out more about calladita conditioning, how it affects you posting online, and why you still feel like you need to be "qualified" enough to be visible on social media.    Resources Mentioned: Click here to claim your Manifest Your Marca bot!   Follow Erika on: Instagram @‌theerikacruzTikTok @‌theerikacruzLinkedIn Website: http://www.theerikacruz.com How to work with Erika: Sign up to join the free training, How I Manifested My First 10K Followers by Building a Personal Brand, on Monday, March 9th  Join the waitlist for the Courage Driven Latina program here! Join the waitlist for the Magnetic Mastermind here!   Podcast production for this episode was provided by CCST, an Afro-Latina-owned boutique podcast production and copywriting studio. 

In this episode, host Amie Milner sits down with Melanie Borden—founder and CEO of The Borden Group, creator of the Human to Brand framework, and author of “Theater of the Mind” to unpack how founders and executives can turn their personal brand into a true growth engine for their business.They dig into the inner script that keeps so many leaders silent:“I'm not ready yet.”“I don't have enough authority.”“I'm going to take up too much space.”Melanie shares how to interrupt that story with proof of past achievements and, most importantly, action. From there, she breaks down what most people get wrong about personal branding (hint: it's not about being an influencer or “going viral”) and why a strategy-first approach matters more than any single post.

Send a textWhat if the loudest voice isn't the one people remember? We sit down with Chris Do—Emmy Award-winning designer, CEO of Blind, and founder of The Futur—to rethink how personal brands stand out when AI can churn out endless “average” content. Instead of chasing volume, Chris shows how clarity, restraint, and lived experience create the kind of mental real estate that algorithms can't manufacture.We unpack the risk of going omnichannel before you know your “why,” and why the path to quality runs through consistent reps, not perfectionism. Chris reframes social media as public journaling that documents your thinking, then explains how to copy in private to learn while avoiding public plagiarism that erodes credibility. From shelf design to SaaS landing pages, he breaks down taste as a business asset—how packaging, typography, and visual cues shape perceived value and price tolerance long before buyers read a word.Trust becomes the differentiator in a world of AI-generated media. Chris outlines the trust triangle—authenticity, empathy, and logic—and how to signal each through honest positioning, buyer-first recommendations, and clear reasoning. When a prospect says “AI can do it cheaper,” he pivots to outcomes and value-based pricing: define the delta you create and align incentives with shared risk. We also zoom out to disruption dynamics, tracing how Netflix jumped curves while incumbents clung to old models. AI is that next curve—learn to surf it or get pulled under.If you're a founder, marketer, or creator wrestling with voice, channels, pricing, or credibility, this conversation offers a practical playbook: speak softly but clearly, practice daily, train your taste, teach generously, and price the change you deliver. Subscribe, share this with a friend who's scaling their brand, and leave a quick review to help others find the show. What single word do you want your brand to own?This episode was recorded through a Descript call on January 29, 2026. Read the blog article and show notes here: https://webdrie.net/chris-do-on-quiet-power-building-a-brand-without-noise..........................................................................Metricool is a new official podcast partner of Web3 CMO Stories in 2026. Metricool helps marketers and creators bring structure, clarity, and consistency to their social media workflows through analytics, planning, and reporting. Listeners can try Metricool Premium for free for 30 days using the coupon code JOERITry Metricool for FREE >>>Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you...........................................................................

In this episode of the Daily Mastermind, George Wright II discusses the importance of giving 100% effort in all aspects of life. Drawing on his 25 years of experience working with brands and thought leaders, George underscores the need to go 'all in' to achieve ultimate success and fulfillment. He shares personal anecdotes, motivational quotes, and a powerful poem by Les Brown to inspire listeners to fully commit to their endeavors. The episode encourages self-awareness and challenges individuals to overcome distractions and fears to live their best lives.01:21 Quote of the Day: How You Do Anything is How You Do Everything01:48 The Importance of Going All In02:51 Personal Anecdote: The Distracted Project04:09 Challenges of Commitment and Focus06:14 Benefits of Full Commitment07:02 Jim Carrey's Commencement Speech on Fear and Faith08:01 Encouragement to Go All In08:57 Les Brown's Inspirational PoemThanks for listening, and Please Share this Episode with someone. It would really help us to grow our show and share these valuable tips and strategies with others. Have a great day.George Wright III“It's Never Too Late to Start Living the Life You Were Meant to Live”FREE Daily Mastermind Resources:CONNECT with George & Access Tons of ResourcesGet access to Proven Strategies and Time-Test Principles for Success. Plus, download and access tons of FREE resources and online events by joining our Exclusive Community of Entrepreneurs, Business Owners, and High Achievers like YOU.Join FREE at DailyMastermind.comFollow me on social media Facebook | Instagram | Linkedin | TikTok | YoutubeGrow Your Authority and Personal Brand with a FREE Interview in a Top Global Magazine HERE.