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where we talk on all thing personal branding, social media, and pursuing a value-driven life.
5 Mindset Shifts to Help You Be More Authentic In Your Content
Don’t create what you *think* people want to hear, create what *you* want *to say. Don’t fall into the trap of creating for other people's approval. You’ll be on that hamster wheel forever, searching for instant gratification and validation from others.
The Importance of Knowing Your Values While Building Your Personal Brand
It can be hard to know what to post. Creators spend a good portion of their days thinking about what to post. The answer almost never reveals itself clearly. And here’s when it gets even harder: when you post something you feel generally neutral about, and it goes viral.
How to Refuel When You're Feeling Emotionally Drained from Social Media
I know the look all too well. The feeling of overwhelmingness is written all over my students’ faces when they tell me their frustrations with social media. I empathize with them. It is exhausting to build one’s personal brand. So how does one take an intentional break from social media while still remaining aligned with the goals they have for their personal brand? Take it from someone who knows.
3 Myths Standing in the Way of Building Your Personal Brand
As many benefits as there are to building your personal brand, there are myths that often inhibit people from sharing what they know online. I’m here to tell you that these myths are exactly that… myths. Let’s debunk some of the main fallacies I hear and why you shouldn't let them get in the way of your personal branding goals.