“The world cares very little about what a man or woman knows; it is what a man or woman is able to do that counts.” ~ Booker T. Washington
Do you have a personal brand? What does your personal brand say about you? Does it tell others what you are able to do? Is a personal brand important?
Yes, you have a personal brand, everyone does. You are a walking billboard. Everyone is!
Usually, we think of this as reputation, how someone dresses or acts. These are all piece of who you are. Components of your brand!
If you are a professional and also looking for your next job, being aware of and communicating your brand is critical to your success now and in the future.
We live and work in a hyper-connected world, so don’t under estimate the power of your personal brand. During a job search a strong personal brand helps build a foundation to engage and connect with others. A strong brand quickly allows others to know who you are, what you do, inspires action and positive communication on your behalf. What is your brand communicating?
Do you have a strong personal brand?
What role are you allowing your brand to play in your job search?
What is the “word of mouth” communication of others regarding your brand?
Have you taken a look at your online and offline persona?
Does your persona engage others, communicate value and touch others in a positive or negative way?
Is it time for you to set aside some time to take a look at your personal brand?
What is preventing you from looking at your personal brand?