023: Personal Branding from Your Actions [Podcast]

Last week I started a three part series on personal branding with the subject of first impressions. Today we consider how your actions define your brand. Photo courtesy of Flickr/Creative Commons/flickrfavorites [/featured-image] Click to Listen*NOTE: If you are reading this in email, you will need to go to Itunes or my blog to get access to this show.Seven Personal Branding ActionsIn this episode I want to share with you seven actions that impact your brand. Details are found on the podcast audio.Care - Do you care about others? This is your ultimate mission.Mission - Do you know the mission and vision of your organization? Not just the stated mission printed on company literature, but the real mission the leaders live.Mission fit - How do you fit into the mission of your organization?Define your customers - Do you know them? For details on how to do this, see Company of One Overview.Seek input - Go ask your customers how you are doing. See Company of One Overview for details.Be direct - When you have an issue, be direct and up front. This avoids gossip and misunderstandings. Others respect directness.Know their name - Learn people's names and use them. I think we all struggle here. I know I do.All of these actions impact your brand. Notice they are all about interacting with other people. How you do that is your brand!.Episode ResourcesIn this episode I mentioned some resources, including:Defining your customers: Company of One OverviewMemory training: Quantum Memory Power by Dominic O'BrienExample of  remembering names: Dallas Teague-SniderExample branding: Paul McGuire Subscription LinksIf you have enjoyed this podcast, please subscribe:Your FeedbackIf you have an idea for a podcast you would like to see or a question about an upcoming episode, e-mail me.Also, if you enjoyed the show, please rate it on iTunes and write a brief review. That would help tremendously in getting the word out! Thanks.[reminder]I feel like there is more. What actions am I missing? [/reminder]Dale Callahan, Ph.D.Business Coach for Professionals Ready to Take Control Helping you move from stuck to in-demand — or start something of your own. Grab the Idea Engine: 7 prompts to find your next move Book a Next Step Strategy SessionDirector of Engineering Management @ UAB (205) 790-8447 dalecallahan.com LinkedIn

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