A High School and a College Entrepreneur Speak Out
Today, I spoke with both a high school entrepreneur (Mark Bao) and a college entrepreneur (Jessica Mah) about what it’s like to be an entrepreneur, while still going to class. I interviewed both of them because I wanted to show you that you don’t have to go traditional routes even at a young age. If …
Alan Weiss Schools Us On How to Build a Powerful Consulting Brand
Today, I spoke with Alan Weiss, who is a world renowned consultant, author, blogger and speaker. This interview is short and to-the-point,which is attributed to his communication style. He tells it like it is no matter what and will give you straight facts as to how you can become a rich consultant. From interviewing Alan …
You Can’t Obtain Success By Defining it Yourself!
Today, I spoke with Romanus Wolter, who has successfully branded himself as “The Kickstart guy.” He has a lot of knowledge when it comes to entrepreneurship and business coaching. We talked about how people should define success, how to start a business from a simple idea, why some people don’t make the leap (quitting instead) …
Removing Your Personal Brand From Your Company
Today, I spoke with Laura Vanderkam, who is a columnist for USA Today, an author and a long-time journalist. She talks about how there are other career options for people these days and how you don’t have to work in a cubicle all your life. If you’re a young professional who thinks they have to …
The Top 5 Ways to Brand Yourself Inside Your Company
Originally published in 2008. Updated in 2025 as part of the Personal Branding Blog relaunch under Brown Brothers Media.
I’ve already gone over the top 5 personal branding myths and feel that some people just have a lack of understanding on this topic, and are afraid of it, so they go against it.
Personal branding …
Personal Branding Toolkit – Part 4: Cover Letters
Originally published in 2008. Updated in 2025 as part of the Personal Branding Blog relaunch under Brown Brothers Media.
This post is the last of a four-part series dedicated to your personal branding toolkit. A toolkit is a set of marketing materials that represents your brand and supports your career goals.
Your personal branding toolkit…
Personal Branding Toolkit – Part 3: Resumes
Originally published in 2008. Updated in 2025 as part of the Personal Branding Blog relaunch under Brown Brothers Media.
This is the third post in the Personal Branding Toolkit series. In Part 1, we covered business cards. In Part 2, we discussed portfolios. Now, let’s look at how to make your resume an extension of …
Personal Branding Toolkit – Part 2: Portfolios
Originally published in 2008. Updated in 2025 as part of the Personal Branding Blog relaunch under Brown Brothers Media.
Today’s post is the second in a series of blog posts dedicated to your personal branding toolkit. A toolkit is a compilation of marketing materials used to help sell yourself, your business or both. It’s how …
The Nirvana of Personal Branding is to Become Indispensable
Originally published in 2008. Updated in 2025 as part of the Personal Branding Blog relaunch under Brown Brothers Media.
Are you indispensable?
That’s right, if you become indispensable, you will not be subject to a firing or replacement.
This is the most challenging personal branding goal. It’s lofty but wouldn’t you like to have that …