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Dec 2023
30m 50s

How to Be "Opportunity Ready" for Your P...

Michelle B. Griffin
About this episode

You never know who is watching you...and you never get a second chance to make a first impression.


In other words... is your brand #OpportunityReady? Whether it's your boss, your clients, colleagues, or the media, and especially on LinkedIn, opportunities are waiting for you but are you ready for them?

This week's guest and fellow personal brand strategist, Cher Jones of Your Brand at Work,™ shares her brilliant #OpportunityReady framework so you will never miss a beat or a better opportunity in your work and career.

LEARN
The essential strategies for enhancing your personal brand, focusing on readiness for opportunities, clarity in communication, and a strong, cohesive digital identity.

  1. Foundational Work Needed for Your 'Opportunity Ready' Zone: How to fine-tune and align your brand with your current job and future ambitions. 
  2. Master Your Message: Learn what and why a succinct, powerful message is key to being remembered, recommended, and referred.
  3. Boosting Your Online Presence: Why it's not just LinkedIn where to align a consistent and compelling personal brand across all digital platforms.

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Connect with Cher Jones on LinkedIn

Ready to Own Your Lane? – The Thought Leadership Branding Podcast

Hosted by keynote speaker, author, and LinkedIn® visibility expert Michelle B. Griffin, this podcast helps professionals grow their influence, visibility, and brand authority for business success.

As founder of Brand Leaders and creator of the Own Your Lane™ Recognition Roadmap, Michelle speaks and trains experts, leaders, and organizations to stand out with thought leadership—on LinkedIn, on stage, and in the media.

🎤 Book a chat with Michelle to discuss speaking or workshops to scale visibility, influence, and business growth. MichelleBGriffin.com/chat

WEBSITE: MichelleBGriffin.com
GET VISIBLE ON LINKEDIN: Free Audio Masterclass
READ: My Personal Branding Books
LISTEN: The LinkedIn Branding Show
CONNECT: With Me on LinkedIn

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