Set An Example Of Action
Networking is a verb. By definition, it is an action word. Thus, you cannot network by sitting back and letting the world operate around you. You need to get out there and actively involve yourself.
At work, if there are extracurricular projects to tackle or committees on which to serve, be at the forefront of …
Writing, Amazon.com, & Personal Branding Success in 2011
During 2011, it will become harder and harder to separate writing, Amazon.com, and personal branding success.
Many authors underestimate the number of marketing opportunities that Amazon.com offers those who are interested in building their personal brand.
Certainly, there are numerous other online and offline book retailers; chances are, your home is within a few miles …
Scheduling and Rescheduling: Pointers to Build Relationships
Hectic is the only way to describe everyone’s schedule today. Those still working are doing the job of at least 3-4 people, which affects interview and sales appointments. Entrepreneurs are trying to stay above water. So many have over-extended themselves. Consequently, rescheduling has become a necessity more than ever.
However, some people choose to ignore …
12 Books to Read to Learn More About Personal Branding
Personal Branding Interview: Timothy Ferriss
Today, I spoke to Timothy Ferriss, who is the author of the #1 New York Times bestseller, The 4-Hour Workweek, which has been published in 35 languages. His latest bestseller is called The 4-Hour Body. In this interview, Tim talks about the connection between health and career success, how to build a healthier body, and …
Where Have All the Elves Gone?
I had plenty of “they should get coal in their Christmas stockings,” thoughts when it comes to customer no-service at Macys, Bloomingdales, Mercedes Benz, and the City of Beverly Hills with its pothole on Sunset, as I was attempting to finish my holiday shopping on Sunday. I started out with a reasonable budget of money, …
Senator Scott Brown’s Brand Lessons
You’ve heard about Senator Scott Brown from Massachusetts by now. He’s the Republican (yes, you read that correctly) who made international headlines by winning Senator Ted Kennedy’s Senate seat (not a Republican) in the bluest state in the country and upsetting the Democratic majority in the U.S. Senate…no mean feat.
How did he do it? …
Shake Up a Job Search Success Cocktail This Holiday
Many times I write as I’m sitting at my desk looking out at the city (Chicago) streets below filled with traffic, people, and energy. Today’s blog is different; I’m writing it from one of my favorite spots, Starbucks. I love writing here because, other than fresh coffee, it provides a continuous flow of energy, which …
The Art of Plotting Your Brand Trajectory
Launching a rocket requires considerable effort. If you consider the tremendous gravitational pull of the earth, you wonder how it ever gets off the ground.
Your brand worldwideThinking about putting your personal brand on the global map? It can take a considerable effort but if you decide to chart the course, and plot an …
A Cup of Coffee to Branding Greatness
Two months ago the Ohio University mascot, Rufus the Bobcat, attacked the Ohio State Buckeyes mascot, Brutus the Buckeye…on Brutus’ own turf in front of Brutus’ own fans.
Most of you know that OU and OSU are long-time rivals. But this particular fight wasn’t just a game-day skirmish. In fact, it was a premeditated plan …