Personal Branding Weekly and Conference Focus
Editor’s Note: Because I was attending New Media Expo 2013 last Sunday, I didn’t have the opportunity to fully introduce you to one of our newest authors – Peter Sterlacci.
Peter is known as “Japan’s personal branding pioneer” and is one of only 15 Master level Certified Personal Branding Strategists in the …
Why Employers Respect Candidates Who Negotiate
It’s irrational to think an employer will tell you to get lost if you try to negotiate their initial offer.
While you certainly can lose your offer if you take a month to reply, or if you come back with a bizarre demand for your own personal masseuse and access to the CEO’s parking spot, …
Branding Yourself as an Intrapreneur in a “Belonging” Culture
In the January 2011 issue of Entrepreneur, Richard Branson shares an interesting story about being a “belonger” where he resides in the British Virgin Isles. The airport signs for the immigration lines read “Belongers” and “Non-Belongers,” rather than “Residents” and “Nonresidents.” He goes on to say that when a nation embraces its own as “belonging …
Countdown to a New Career: 5 Rebranding Tips
As 2013 dawns on us, many Americans are still struggling against a high national unemployment rate. But starting your new career can begin with one simple practice to set you apart from other candidates: rebranding your professional image.
Job seekers often think that just because they have experience, HR managers will find their resume attractive. …
Personal Branding Weekly and How Many Likes?
Editor’s Note: It’s quality not quantity, right? So, I leave you with just a quick note this week as I step into start my adventure at the New Media Expo with our own Manoush here attending, too! The Personal Branding Blog is represented and I hope you follow the tweets and updates. Plus, if you’re …
Why To Respond Slowly To Emails (Part 2 of 2)
In a recent article, you learned why to respond slowly to emails. Here are 3 specific situations when you should intentionally delay your email reply:
1. When you receive a “flaky” email (wait at least 1 day to reply). If someone (not a customer or boss) sends you a “flaky” email, you should intentionally wait …
Transform Yourself? Change Who You Hang Out With!
You are the mirror of your influences.
If you want to know how to create a positive change in your life, you should consider your major influences.
Your activities, the movies you watch, the books you read as well as the type of people you interact with all influence your values and shape your identity. …
Dialing In Your Personal Brand Across Cultures
One of the best articles I read this year was a New York Times article titled “Young and Global Need Not Apply in Japan.” It highlighted the struggle Japanese, who have studied abroad, are having with landing jobs within Japanese companies upon returning to Japan. Although these “returnees” are eager to gain experience in a …
The Importance of Daring
You can’t imagine what you’re missing out on.
I had a bit of a strange day a few weeks ago.
It started when I decided to attend two different events in two different cities on the same day, and I didn’t have a ticket to either one.
Event A I only found out about late …
Use the Holidays to Boost Your Brand
As a freelance copywriter, I often work solo. Most of the time, I like it that way. But around the holidays, I try to branch out and be a little more visible in front of my clients.
This is not only good because it lets me show gratitude to my clients, but it lets me …