052: Stand Out By Speaking Up: A Guide to Purposeful Self-Promotion with Lisa Bragg
Release Date: 08/21/2024
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info_outline“Bragging means to talk about ones’ success with pride. And my reframe is pride also means justified self love. And so that's where we can give ourselves that pat on the back and let the world know how we are and how we are of service.” ~ Lisa Bragg
In this episode of The Widest Net Podcast, Pam is joined by Lisa Bragg an expert in the art of self-promotion. As an award-winning journalist, entrepreneur, and consultant, Lisa has honed her skills in effective self-promotion. Her book, "Bragging Rights: How to Talk About Your Work Using Purposeful Self-Promotion," draws from her extensive career and research, providing insights and stories from professionals worldwide.
Lisa's expertise lies in helping individuals and leaders overcome the fear of bragging, build personal brands through storytelling, and document accomplishments for career growth. With her international perspective, Lisa delves into the nuances of gender and cultural biases in self-promotion, offering valuable strategies to enhance confidence and communication skills.
Here’s what you can expect from this episode:
- Learn about the art of self-promotion with effective strategies that could elevate your professional presence
- Overcoming the fear of bragging and learning how to confidently showcase your accomplishments
- Building a compelling personal brand through the power of storytelling that captivates and inspires
- Learn the art of documenting accomplishments to propel your career growth
- Navigate and overcome gender and cultural biases in self-promotion to thrive in your professional journey
Remember we all need each other - life and work is better together.
Resources mentioned in this episode:
- Lisa Bragg - Website
- Lisa Bragg - LinkedIn
- Lisa Bragg - Instagram
- Lisa Bragg's LinkedIn Article - Self-Promotion or Self-Destruction: A Response to Adam Grant
- Pam's Blog Post - Release Your Thor’s Hammer of Marketing Strength
- The Widest Net Book by Pamela Slim
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