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Re: Authentic Branding - Heidi Ohlander

linda — Wed, 29 Apr 2009 13:46:39 -0000

Heidi,
You are a lovely human being. Thank you so much for your wisdom. My heart is singing

Re: 10 Reasons Why I Don’t Want To Blog - Heidi Ohlander

JenniferNorth — Tue, 28 Apr 2009 23:14:21 -0000

Thanks for the small kick in the ass! ;)

Re: 10 Reasons Why I Don’t Want To Blog - Heidi Ohlander

rubyvroom — Sun, 26 Apr 2009 13:39:44 -0000

Interesting perspective on the blog sphere. You're right that everyone has the right to a blog or web presence on the internet...even granny, LOL! I still know a good number of people that just don't care about the internet very much and view it as a time waster. I even met a guy the other day that has never had an email address. That just blew me away.

I guess I better go update my blog now ;- )

Re: Personal Branding is For Everyone - Heidi Ohlander

Bill Covert — Tue, 21 Apr 2009 11:07:00 -0000

These are great points that cause you to think about why we all need personal branding.

For the last 4 years my wife and I have been full-time parents. We are truly blessed to be able to do this. We had the funds to take the last 4 years off... and live comfortably. We even bought a new home and two new cars (cars were with cash).

Now I am realizing that I need to get out in the marketplace again to share my knowledge! I am sitting comfortably on this vast amount of knowledge that could help millions of Entrepreneurs.

I have started many businesses, and have helped hundreds more build their business. In 1991 I became a protege of Jay Abraham's. In 2000 I became a National Trainer for Tony Robbins. Over the years I helped company's increase their revenue's by millions.

Yet... they were all businesses here in the New England area. I am realizing it is time to package this knowledge up to be able to help Entrepreneurs.

It is called Accelerator For Success. The main points are: Clarity, Confidence & Focus... using my 12 Principles of DREAM BAR CAFE.

So YES... I need Personal Branding! Now is the time. Thank you.

Bill Covert

Re: Personal Branding is For Everyone - Heidi Ohlander

Evie — Fri, 27 Feb 2009 23:00:45 -0000

I was into personal branding before personal branding was cool ;-)

Evie the evil Evelyn ... some call me a nut (good for you) ... some say I'm a flake (that's fiber - right ? good for you again ;-)

Great Post :-) and with the miracle of social networking ... YAY!!!

Re: Personal Branding is For Everyone - Heidi Ohlander

Michele Price — Tue, 24 Feb 2009 10:08:47 -0000

Great post. Loved all the examples helping others see themselves. That is key when others can see themselves.

Re: Personal Branding is For Everyone - Heidi Ohlander

Stephanie — Fri, 20 Feb 2009 13:03:55 -0000

Love the all encompassing message in this post.

You are your own brand and your brand changes and evolves with you over time.

Re: Personal Branding is For Everyone - Heidi Ohlander

Belkis — Fri, 20 Feb 2009 12:14:48 -0000

Sometimes I think people forget that they should concentrate on branding themselves instead of a product or service. Otherwise, we won't have a reason to care about their business.

Re: Authentic Branding - Heidi Ohlander

Derek McLennan — Fri, 20 Feb 2009 11:32:57 -0000

Great Job Heidi! Authenticity can't be faked or watered down! A true Brand draws you in and sometimes it may even get under your skin But, you are attracted to it because they are being true to who they are and what they stand for.

Re: Personal Branding is For Everyone - Heidi Ohlander

heidiohlander — Fri, 20 Feb 2009 04:29:02 -0000

So true! This is especially true when children are in school - they get branded as the smart kid or the jock or the popular girl or worse - the unpopular girl. Those brands in the minds of others can stay with people for life unless they turn it around and brand themselves.

Re: Personal Branding is For Everyone - Heidi Ohlander

heidiohlander — Fri, 20 Feb 2009 04:27:48 -0000

You are so welcome! I'm happy you found a little gem in there. This post was designed to be a gentle reminder to all of us that personal branding is for everyone - even people without a business. And even someone's Mom.

Re: Personal Branding is For Everyone - Heidi Ohlander

heidiohlander — Fri, 20 Feb 2009 04:26:45 -0000

Thanks Dan!

I feel like you stood up for my true awareness of what personal branding is. I think at the site where this post was linked, she misrepresented my views on personal branding by taking something totally out of context. Your comments on that post were spot on.

I have more personal branding posts up my sleeve - stay tuned.
~ Heidi

Re: Personal Branding is For Everyone - Heidi Ohlander

Paul — Thu, 19 Feb 2009 21:27:01 -0000

Establish your brand strongly and early. If you don't others will brand you.

Re: Personal Branding is For Everyone - Heidi Ohlander

Belkis — Thu, 19 Feb 2009 12:27:28 -0000

Good advice. Thanks for sharing.

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Dan Schawbel — Thu, 19 Feb 2009 07:29:02 -0000

This is a great post. I like how you understand that personal branding is for everyone, not just enterpreneurs or celebrities. With social media tools, anyone can build a powerful brand!

Re: Authentic Branding - Heidi Ohlander

heidiohlander — Sat, 31 Jan 2009 19:56:26 -0000

Twitter adds. Ugh. Like this new trend of "friending/unfriending" just to add to their numbers. Others friend because they think I have "enough" friends to make me a worthwhile Twitterer. And I doubt you have this problem Halcyon, but I am followed by many guys on Twitter just because I am a pretty girl.

I'm flattered, but it's a bit creepy too.

I know a little authenticity can go a long way. And hugs could help too.
((HUG)) right back at 'ya,

Maybe I can be a bit of a wake up call to someone who is sleepwalking in an inauthentic life.

~ Heidi

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Halcyon — Sat, 31 Jan 2009 17:57:21 -0000

Interesting thoughts. I've been discouraged by the "marketing for marketing sake" that I keep seeing from Twitter adds. A little authenticity would go a long way. ((HUG))

Re: Authentic Branding - Heidi Ohlander

heidiohlander — Sat, 31 Jan 2009 16:30:22 -0000

Hi Claire! Nice to see you here!

What you do with your work is helpgin people find that particular part of their inner self that is their "bombshell" archetype. Your work is important in helping women find that sexy glow! That's great!

I can't wait to see more from the women you work with!

~ Heidi

Re: Authentic Branding - Heidi Ohlander

Claire - The Raw Bombshell — Sat, 31 Jan 2009 13:34:52 -0000

Beautifully put. I work with people on finding their inner bombshell - who they are and what makes them unique. I only just came to the realisation that perhaps I was offering personal branding but now after reading your post I might have to redefine that again as I love what you say about authentic branding. x

Re: Week in Forward - Introduction - Heidi Ohlander

WendiDee — Fri, 30 Jan 2009 14:25:31 -0000

Hey there, Heidi! This is a brilliant idea! Amy Tuttle said she was inspire by what you had written and sent me your link to check it out. Brilliant! I look forward to seeing how it works for you. I'm sure it's going to be a powerful force in propelling you forward!

I've done something similar in my mind that's really hard to explain, but I've never done it with anything so focused as accomplishing projects on a list. I think this is awesome! I'll be using it when I return from vacation. Thanks so much for sharing your idea!

Lots of love to you,

Wendi
XOXOXO

Re: Support Your Local Library

grassfedmomma — Thu, 22 Jan 2009 23:33:45 -0000

Oh Heidi, I love the library so much that I go to around 6 local ones on a regular basis. Sometimes I return a cd or book to the wrong library, but mostly it's all good. And some have awesome used book stores too!
love you
deb