048 | Social Media - How to drop fear of being seen online and brand yourself as an industry expert
Today's podcast show is a little different this week and I'm excited to mix it up! This topic was submitted by one of the show listeners asking about how to build a social media presence online as a small business owner and entrepreneur. There is SO MUCH to say about this topic, by no means did I cover all of it in this one show, but this is a great place to start because these are typical feelings mindset challenges that come up when you first put yourself and business online for all to see.
I love when I gain feedback and suggestions from listeners because ultimately my top priority is to ensure I'm delivering content that's going to help you succeed and live your BEST LIFE!
Today's episode covers 3 fears that can come up when making the commitment to GO BIG on social media and begin to build your business brand:
1. What if I run out of content? Then I'm going to look silly in front of everyone, and all will notice I didn't have enough to share!
2. What if I can't keep up with how fast the online world is moving? Will the time I put in to social media pay off? Is it worth it for me?
3. What if my business branding doesn't stand out? What if I just blend in with everyone and everything else online?
I gathered info and research for this show from a couple different places:
1. Being the serial life-long learner I am, I'm always attending webinars, reading content online, and try to stay engaged as best I can in specialized topic groups on Facebook and LinkedIn - these fears align with ones I see come up a lot for other people too! (You're not alone!)
2. Many of my coaching clients are looking to start and grow a business of their own! Questions about branding is always one I love to dive into. Typically, I find allowing themselves to be seen is a greater challenge for them over actually finding out what to post, when, and how. The fears talked about on today's show are the main three I help my clients work through.
3. Lastly, I can personally speak on this topic because I too have had to work through challenges, fears, and self-doubt and find ways to build my own confidence!
Getting to a place where you feel confident, and comfortable in consistently putting yourself out there is an on-going task. If there's every a moment you feel unsupported in doing so you can rely on me, knowing I am always rooting for you and want you to succeed!!
Tune in to today's show to gain inside into how I personally moved through these fears, and now what I have the opportunity to help my coaching clients with!
Even if you're not looking to own your own business, the tips I share today can be applied if you create content online in any form: LinkedIn, Twitter, or possibly a personal website. These tips can help you build a strong personal brand and start to market yourself in your industry as an expert.
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037 | Criticism - The relationship and role it plays in taking your career to the next level
Criticism...I'm sure you've heard of it. It's something most of us get to know fairly early in life. The truth is, criticism is a natural part of life and it isn't going away any time soon. It's not a matter of IF it will come your way, but when it will come your way.
Last week I came face to face with criticism, at first I took the defense. I felt myself shutting down mentally and wanting to close myself off, but after reflecting on it a little more, I was able to see the criticism was coming from a place of love. My friend wasn't sharing his feedback to knock me down and encourage me to quit! My friend was sharing his thoughts with me so that I can get better at something I love doing, it was constructive and I appreciate him trusting me with it!
In today's episode tune in to hear how criticism naturally integrates with our lives. You will also learn how our comfort zone and taking our life to the next level is involved when it comes to managing the criticism that comes our way. Hope you enjoy!
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020 | Negotiations - Own your worth, and feel CONFIDENT speaking with companies about pay
A topic that comes up time and time again, PAY. When you're going thru interviews with companies this question will come up time and time again, "What salary are you seeking for your next role?" It can seem overwhelming if you haven't had those conversations before. But even if it's your 10th time having a negotiation around what you believe you should be paid verses what the company interviewing you is seeking to pay you.
What you focus on, and give energy to, expands. In today's episode I talk about breaking down the tangible aspects of a salary, and how to verify what you're saying for makes sense for the company, but also allows you to own your worth with confidence!
Marianne Williamson's book mentioned in the beginning of the show: amzn.to/1WluJGs
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