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If You Want to Make Successful Connections, Stop Networking

If You Want to Make Successful Connections, Stop Networking

by Marietta Gentles Crawford | Oct 30, 2018 | Personal Branding, Quick Tips, Real Talk, Social Networking

Networking and talking about yourself can be a tough line to straddle, which is why many professionals hate the dreaded question, “So, what do you do?” I remember going to a networking event where someone plopped himself in the middle of my conversation and said,...
3 Common Myths About Authenticity Debunked

3 Common Myths About Authenticity Debunked

by Marietta Gentles Crawford | Jul 26, 2018 | Personal Branding, Quick Tips, Real Talk, Social Networking

Lately, there’s been a lot of emphasis on being “authentic.” People are making the term a part of their brand, and it’s a buzzword splattered all over social media. I don’t dispute the importance of this topic, hence talking about it right now. But I worry that...
This Is Why I’m Not Sorry

This Is Why I’m Not Sorry

by Marietta Gentles Crawford | May 25, 2017 | Personal Branding, Quick Tips, Real Talk, Social Networking

Have you thought about how the words you use can impact your brand? No, I’m not talking about the four-letter words I refuse to give up. I’m talking about qualifying words that weaken your message or show a lack of confidence. In the Forbes article “6...
Do You Talk Politics on Social Media? Here’s What You Need to Know

Do You Talk Politics on Social Media? Here’s What You Need to Know

by Marietta Gentles Crawford | Oct 10, 2016 | Personal Branding, Quick Tips, Real Talk, Social Networking

Ah, election season. The time of year when you don’t need novelas or water cooler chat for some drama. You can lounge on the couch watching TV and, boom, a perfectly placed commercial slips in ending with “I am so and so, and I approve this message.” (Uh huh, as...
Social Branding: 4 Ways to Build Your Brand Beyond LinkedIn

Social Branding: 4 Ways to Build Your Brand Beyond LinkedIn

by Marietta Gentles Crawford | Aug 31, 2016 | Personal Branding, Quick Tips, Real Talk, Social Networking

I recently had the pleasure of co-facilitating a webinar with Marie Zimenoff, CEO of Career Thought Leaders where we discussed social branding. In Building Your Personal Brand (It’s More Than LinkedIn!), we walked career professionals and job seekers through the...
The Truth About Personal Branding and LinkedIn (And How Social Media Can Boost Your Career)

The Truth About Personal Branding and LinkedIn (And How Social Media Can Boost Your Career)

by Marietta Gentles Crawford | Feb 29, 2016 | Personal Branding, Social Networking

Personal branding is a hot topic whether it’s for people who swear by it or people who swear at it (You know, those who treat it like a person they just don’t like, even though they can’t give any solid reasons why). I get it, though. There’s no shortage...
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