Alexander Michael Gittens is a business strategist, author and speaker and lives in downtown Toronto, Canada. Recently, we spoke on a video call and I found Alexander’s ability to engage authentically and his passion for excellence, very uplifting. He has been an achiever in more ways than one and yet believes in gratitude, staying grounded […]
Personal Brand
Personal Branding Series | Interview with Gautam Ghosh | Employer Branding Expert & the ‘Original’ HR Blogger
Gautam Ghosh is an unassuming personal brand who has helped guide many other professionals shape who they are through the deliberate act of blogging. Today, many HR and digital media experts owe their success to Gautam’s evangelism and propagation of getting the word out to the world. In this interview, he reflects on his personal […]
The 6Ps of Personal Branding During COVID-19
First published on Business World (May 19, 2020): http://www.businessworld.in/article/The-6Ps-of-Personal-Branding-During-COVID-19/18-05-2020-192364/ What is changing in our world with COVID-19? How can we stay relevant? In what ways can we contribute as individuals and personal brands? These and other questions maybe on your mind as you experience what the world faces currently. While there is hope that we […]
Personal Branding Series | Interview with Karthik Srinivasan | Blogger & Author of ‘Be Social’
Personal branding is a conscious act – much like a performance. Define what you want to be and then stick to your goals. What are the ways to sharpen your thinking? How can you continue investing in your personal brand? Must you react to every skeptic or critic out there? In the 5th episode of […]
Personal Branding Series | Discover yourself and make the world a better place
Personal branding is a way to discover your true self and give back in ways that matter. Over the years, I have offered practical tools, resources and coached people be their best selves through personal branding. As an internal communications expert, I believe that organizations are an amalgamation of personal brands and unless leaders recognize […]
Personal Branding Series | Interview with Christina Daniels, Author of “I’ll Do It My Way: The Incredible Journey of Aamir Khan”
Personal branding is built by amplifying your authentic voice. It takes a lot to build a personal brand. It is essential to discover your calling. So, how do you know you are connecting to your purpose? What must you do to be consistent in your pursuit? Which approaches work if you want to continue adding […]
Personal Branding Series | Joseph Fernandez, author: Corporate Communications – a 21st Century Primer
Personal branding is about reputation and fulfilling your purpose. It isn’t easy building a personal brand and it can’t be built overnight. What are the risks and opportunities one encounters while creating a personal brand? How does one establish a reputation that stands the test of time? I am honored to share this interview with […]
Don’t worry about comparisons. Focus on being your best self
Josh is not alone in this world facing comparisons – refer to my case study shared last week. These types of scenarios often play out at the workplace and elsewhere. When a new hire joins, the team and stakeholders end up comparing the current incumbent with his or her predecessor: how they worked, the experiences they had or […]
Personal branding – the why, what and how of differentiating yourself
If you are thinking of building your personal brand or are already in the journey of creating one, the following questions may be on your mind. · How can I be known for my knowledge and expertise? · What must I do to discover my unique promise? · Is personal branding only applicable for celebrities? · If employees have […]