Reprinted from Colorado Biz Magazine – See Original Article Business professionals understand the importance of differentiation, value and competitive advantage. Business schools taught us to capture the attention of target audiences with compelling and relevant messaging. Successful executives across the globe are also embracing the power of “personal branding” to intentionally build a reputation for […]
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2010 Recap: A Look Back to Prepare for Looking Ahead
As 2010 draws to a close, the week before the New Year brings a great opportunity for assessment and introspection. It’s a natural time for most of us to check in and celebrate the year’s successes, as well as draw lessons from the challenges we faced. This time offers the opportunity to recalibrate and regroup, […]
Three Reasons to Feel Grateful this Holiday
As this eventful year comes to a close, the holidays invite us to take a breather, enjoy time with family and friends, and to find thanks for the opportunities around us. It’s been a year full of challenges, transitions and new beginnings. We’d like to offer three things to be grateful for this holiday season: […]
Body Language: What’s Gender Got to Do with It?
Earlier this month we talked about body language and how it may or may not match your brand image and style. I receive a lot of questions on how body language can impact our confidence and credibility. With research showing that over 90% of our communication is non-verbal, it’s no wonder! This week we’re talking […]
Facebook Stays On Course with Their Brand Promise
The web is buzzing this week with Facebook’s unveiling of a new messaging service – an email-ish service for Facebook users. The news met predictions that Facebook’s new service would somehow become the “Gmail Killer,” going up against the current leaders in web-based mail services. However, the announcement unveiled a very different direction for messaging […]
Are You Willing to Make the Hard Choices for Your Personal Brand?
Personal branding is not for the faint of heart. It’s not a quick fix and it doesn’t happen overnight. It’s not about building a false persona or changing who you are. It is about connecting with your genuine values and goals, and building a strategy around how to get there. It’s about committing to that […]