I Do Not Use Correct Punctuation. So What?
I have had a couple of conversations over the past week pertaining to my use of correct (or lack of) punctuation in my blog posts. There are many that have lectured me over the correct use of punctuation and grammar when writing my blog… (there it goes) simply because of my so-called lack of professionalism.…
Personal Branding Interview: Jill Konrath
Today, I spoke to Jill Konrath, who is the bestselling author of Selling to Big Companies, and the author of SNAP SELLING. In this interview, Jill talks about the characteristics of successful sellers, what snap selling is, how to break through the noise and make the sale, and more.
What are the characteristics of successful…Personal Branding Interview: Anna Bernasek
Today, I spoke to Anna Bernasek, who is the author of The Economics of Integrity, and has written for The New York Times, The Washington Post, and other national media. In this interview, Anna talks about the economics of integrity, why integrity isn’t just a personal issue, and more.
What are the economics of integrity?…Personal Branding Interview: Ranjay Gulati
Today, I spoke to Ranjay Gulati, who is the Jaime and Josefina Chua Tiampo Professor at the Harvard Business School and the author of Reorganize for Resilience: Putting Customers at the Center of Your Business. In this interview, Ranjay talks about why companies aren’t customer-focused, how companies can keep track of customers, the five key …
Personal Branding Interview: Michael Fertik and David Thompson
Today, I spoke to Michael Fertik and David Thompson, who are the authors of Wild West 2.0. Michael is the CEO of ReputationDefender, and David Thompson is the Chief Privacy Officer for the company. Note that ReputationDefender has been a previous sponsor of Personal Branding Magazine. In this interview, both Michael and David talk about …
Personal Branding Interview: Laura Vanderkam
Today, I spoke to Laura Vanderkam, a USA Today contributor and author of 168 Hours: You Have More Time Than You Think. In this interview, Laura talks about what can be accomplished in 168 hours, how she manages her weekly schedule, gives some time management tips, and more.
What can be accomplished in 168 hours?…Personal Branding Interview #3: Marshall Goldsmith
Today, I spoke to Marshall Goldsmith, who I’ve interviewed many times before. He’s back with a new book called MOJO: How to Get It, How to Keep It, and How to Get It Back If You Lose It. Marshall is a bestselling author, and one of the most influential business thinkers in the world. In …
Personal Branding Interview: Matthew Rothenberg
Today, I spoke to Matthew Rothenberg, who is the editor-in-chief for TheLadders. amd previously he worked at Ziff Davis Media, ZDNet, CNET, and Hachette Filipacchi. In this interview, Matthew talks about how executives get jobs, online branding in an executive job search, job search tips, and more.
How are executives getting jobs now, aside from…Personal Branding Interview: Dan Patterson
Today, I spoke to Dan Patterson, who is a Digital Platform Manager for ABC News Radio, and develops the digital policy and content strategy for ABC News Radio. In this interview, Dan talks about how he got his job, why he’s invested his time in radio, what he believes the future of media is, his …
Fear Will Leave You Breathless and Stupid
I was driving to work this morning listening to a great track by Sufjan Stevens… reminiscing about my “musical” days in college. I played guitar for a long time and have just recently put it aside for other hobbies and activities. I want you to know that I have never… ever… ever talked about this …