Category: Stand Out Authentically

  • Substantial Brand Spotlight: Cathy Olson

    Substantial Brand Spotlight: Cathy Olson

    Have you fully owned the worth of the work you do? Let me just say this: if you suspect that you’re not charging enough for your services, if you struggle with asking people to pay good money for your work, and if this pattern has you burning out and feeling depleted, WATCH THIS INTERVIEW! I…

  • Have a Story to Tell? Of Course You Do!

    Have a Story to Tell? Of Course You Do!

    We Can All Be Storytellers. I didn’t used to think so. I used to think that the art of story was for a few rare talents with booming voices and fantastical lives. Sure, there are some with more of a knack for it, but that doesn’t mean they should get the floor all to themselves. Because…

  • The Joy of Bob Ross: Substantial Brand Spotlight

    The Joy of Bob Ross: Substantial Brand Spotlight

    My parents have a cottage-like home with big open space and incredible rock cliffs in behind them. When I visit, we have campfires, drink lots of coffee, have silly family nights, and I get to soak up the love of their two beautiful setters. Time slows right down. That’s why it’s also such a perfect…

  • Five Good Reasons to Become a ‘Sharer’

    Five Good Reasons to Become a ‘Sharer’

    Dig into these reasons for taking the challenge, and my hope is that you’ll come out feeling riled up and ready to bravely break out of your shell for the right reasons.

  • Are You an Undersharer?

    Are You an Undersharer?

    Ever feel invisible in your business? I’ve been in that place many times over the years, but last year was different. I had gone through a very sad time in my personal life and felt incredibly alone and disconnected. Trying to continue with regular content felt forced and impossible. As I tried to dig deep…

  • Your Key Message for 2017: What Will You Become Known For?

    Your Key Message for 2017: What Will You Become Known For?

    A big part of the branding journey is finally figuring out “your thing.” Narrowing in on one big message is tough, so here’s an exercise to make it easier for you.