Quicklet on David McNally and Karl Speak's Be Your Own Brand: Achieve More of What You Want by Being More of Who You Are
ABOUT THE BOOK

First released in 2003, this book was originally titled Be Your Own Brand: A Breakthrough Formula for Standing Out From the Crowd. Authors David McNally and Karl Speak realized that with the advent of our current technology, specifically, the rise in social networking, our personal and professional interactions have significantly changed. Because of this the later edition, Be Your Own Brand: Achieve More of What You Want By Being More of Who You Are has an additional chapter devoted to social networking and how this phenomenon fits into the concepts of brand management. The result is a refreshed version that walks the reader through the process of building your personal brand in a constantly changing world of growth and technology.

The emphasis in this book is on making a positive difference to other people. McNally and Speak advocate the concept that to discover who you really are and grow your brand you need to determine your values and begin to build trust in your community. The idea of building trust within your community extends globally, as the significance of social media networking is discussed as well as techniques you need to adhere to in order to create a successful brand strategy.

The new title in the second edition reflects the authors desire to help people achieve authenticity in their lives instead of forcing themselves into contrived versions of themselves.

EXCERPT FROM THE BOOK

Being alone is fine, but your work and endeavors must be shared with the world for people to truly know you.

Authenticity: Time to Step Up

A strong personal brand is a powerful way for the world to see and value the authentic you.

In this section the authors really begin to delve into the concept of authenticity on a deeper level. Being authentic means being true to who you are, which, as stated previously, takes courage. By living authentically we build trust with others, because they feel they can believe in us. You have to believe that other people will understand where you are coming from, and let go of the worry that you will be misunderstood. To do this, commit to your authenticity.

The authors have created a series of signposts that are designed to guide you to your authentic self. These signposts are:What is your purpose?What is your life’s vision?How will you reach your goals?

By defining yourself using the above guides you will more successfully develop and deepen your brand.

First Signpost: Purpose - What Is My Life About?

Purpose is what gives meaning to everyone’s life.

The author’s tone becomes very earnest here, as they try to convey the importance of the signposts as guides to building not just a better personal brand but a better life. Their theory, that our convictions dictate our actions, suggests that our convictions affect our relationship to others. When we introduce sales techniques such as manipulation into our lives we damage the strength of our convictions. It is important to be positive and honest to cultivate deserved trust. When you are able to solve problems and meet other people’s needs this demonstrates the depth of your convictions. Therefore, if you consistently show yourself to be driven by purpose this will underline the strength of your personal brand.

Second Signpost: Vision - What Do I Want to Create?

To create means to bring into being something that has never existed before.

Children are very good at creating, usually because they are not mired in the world of adult responsibilities and limitations. Their perception that anything is possible provides a natural outlet for creativity. Gradually that changes for all of us, and some people construct walls and blocks around themselves that create limitations. This signpost is about creating a purpose around the idea that anything is possible and not being constrained by our perceived limitations. With the knowledge that you’ve accumulated over the years you can create a vision for what you want your life to be and begin to move in that direction.

Third Signpost: Values - What Do I Hold To Be True?

To develop a strong personal brand requires very clear values - and the commitment to build enduring relationships that reflect those values.

A clear belief system is present in all strong brands...

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Quicklet on David McNally and Karl Speak's Be Your Own Brand: Achieve More of What You Want by Being More of Who You Are
+ About the Book
+ Introducing the Authors
+ Overall Summary
+ Chapter by Chapter Summary
+ ...and much more
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Quicklet on David McNally and Karl Speak's Be Your Own Brand: Achieve More of What You Want by Being More of Who You Are
ABOUT THE BOOK

First released in 2003, this book was originally titled Be Your Own Brand: A Breakthrough Formula for Standing Out From the Crowd. Authors David McNally and Karl Speak realized that with the advent of our current technology, specifically, the rise in social networking, our personal and professional interactions have significantly changed. Because of this the later edition, Be Your Own Brand: Achieve More of What You Want By Being More of Who You Are has an additional chapter devoted to social networking and how this phenomenon fits into the concepts of brand management. The result is a refreshed version that walks the reader through the process of building your personal brand in a constantly changing world of growth and technology.

The emphasis in this book is on making a positive difference to other people. McNally and Speak advocate the concept that to discover who you really are and grow your brand you need to determine your values and begin to build trust in your community. The idea of building trust within your community extends globally, as the significance of social media networking is discussed as well as techniques you need to adhere to in order to create a successful brand strategy.

The new title in the second edition reflects the authors desire to help people achieve authenticity in their lives instead of forcing themselves into contrived versions of themselves.

EXCERPT FROM THE BOOK

Being alone is fine, but your work and endeavors must be shared with the world for people to truly know you.

Authenticity: Time to Step Up

A strong personal brand is a powerful way for the world to see and value the authentic you.

In this section the authors really begin to delve into the concept of authenticity on a deeper level. Being authentic means being true to who you are, which, as stated previously, takes courage. By living authentically we build trust with others, because they feel they can believe in us. You have to believe that other people will understand where you are coming from, and let go of the worry that you will be misunderstood. To do this, commit to your authenticity.

The authors have created a series of signposts that are designed to guide you to your authentic self. These signposts are:What is your purpose?What is your life’s vision?How will you reach your goals?

By defining yourself using the above guides you will more successfully develop and deepen your brand.

First Signpost: Purpose - What Is My Life About?

Purpose is what gives meaning to everyone’s life.

The author’s tone becomes very earnest here, as they try to convey the importance of the signposts as guides to building not just a better personal brand but a better life. Their theory, that our convictions dictate our actions, suggests that our convictions affect our relationship to others. When we introduce sales techniques such as manipulation into our lives we damage the strength of our convictions. It is important to be positive and honest to cultivate deserved trust. When you are able to solve problems and meet other people’s needs this demonstrates the depth of your convictions. Therefore, if you consistently show yourself to be driven by purpose this will underline the strength of your personal brand.

Second Signpost: Vision - What Do I Want to Create?

To create means to bring into being something that has never existed before.

Children are very good at creating, usually because they are not mired in the world of adult responsibilities and limitations. Their perception that anything is possible provides a natural outlet for creativity. Gradually that changes for all of us, and some people construct walls and blocks around themselves that create limitations. This signpost is about creating a purpose around the idea that anything is possible and not being constrained by our perceived limitations. With the knowledge that you’ve accumulated over the years you can create a vision for what you want your life to be and begin to move in that direction.

Third Signpost: Values - What Do I Hold To Be True?

To develop a strong personal brand requires very clear values - and the commitment to build enduring relationships that reflect those values.

A clear belief system is present in all strong brands...

Buy the book to continue reading!

Follow @hyperink on Twitter!

Visit us at www.facebook.com/hyperink!

Go to www.hyperink.com to join our newsletter and get awesome freebies!

CHAPTER OUTLINE

Quicklet on David McNally and Karl Speak's Be Your Own Brand: Achieve More of What You Want by Being More of Who You Are
+ About the Book
+ Introducing the Authors
+ Overall Summary
+ Chapter by Chapter Summary
+ ...and much more
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ABOUT THE BOOK

First released in 2003, this book was originally titled Be Your Own Brand: A Breakthrough Formula for Standing Out From the Crowd. Authors David McNally and Karl Speak realized that with the advent of our current technology, specifically, the rise in social networking, our personal and professional interactions have significantly changed. Because of this the later edition, Be Your Own Brand: Achieve More of What You Want By Being More of Who You Are has an additional chapter devoted to social networking and how this phenomenon fits into the concepts of brand management. The result is a refreshed version that walks the reader through the process of building your personal brand in a constantly changing world of growth and technology.

The emphasis in this book is on making a positive difference to other people. McNally and Speak advocate the concept that to discover who you really are and grow your brand you need to determine your values and begin to build trust in your community. The idea of building trust within your community extends globally, as the significance of social media networking is discussed as well as techniques you need to adhere to in order to create a successful brand strategy.

The new title in the second edition reflects the authors desire to help people achieve authenticity in their lives instead of forcing themselves into contrived versions of themselves.

EXCERPT FROM THE BOOK

Being alone is fine, but your work and endeavors must be shared with the world for people to truly know you.

Authenticity: Time to Step Up

A strong personal brand is a powerful way for the world to see and value the authentic you.

In this section the authors really begin to delve into the concept of authenticity on a deeper level. Being authentic means being true to who you are, which, as stated previously, takes courage. By living authentically we build trust with others, because they feel they can believe in us. You have to believe that other people will understand where you are coming from, and let go of the worry that you will be misunderstood. To do this, commit to your authenticity.

The authors have created a series of signposts that are designed to guide you to your authentic self. These signposts are:What is your purpose?What is your life’s vision?How will you reach your goals?

By defining yourself using the above guides you will more successfully develop and deepen your brand.

First Signpost: Purpose - What Is My Life About?

Purpose is what gives meaning to everyone’s life.

The author’s tone becomes very earnest here, as they try to convey the importance of the signposts as guides to building not just a better personal brand but a better life. Their theory, that our convictions dictate our actions, suggests that our convictions affect our relationship to others. When we introduce sales techniques such as manipulation into our lives we damage the strength of our convictions. It is important to be positive and honest to cultivate deserved trust. When you are able to solve problems and meet other people’s needs this demonstrates the depth of your convictions. Therefore, if you consistently show yourself to be driven by purpose this will underline the strength of your personal brand.

Second Signpost: Vision - What Do I Want to Create?

To create means to bring into being something that has never existed before.

Children are very good at creating, usually because they are not mired in the world of adult responsibilities and limitations. Their perception that anything is possible provides a natural outlet for creativity. Gradually that changes for all of us, and some people construct walls and blocks around themselves that create limitations. This signpost is about creating a purpose around the idea that anything is possible and not being constrained by our perceived limitations. With the knowledge that you’ve accumulated over the years you can create a vision for what you want your life to be and begin to move in that direction.

Third Signpost: Values - What Do I Hold To Be True?

To develop a strong personal brand requires very clear values - and the commitment to build enduring relationships that reflect those values.

A clear belief system is present in all strong brands...

Buy the book to continue reading!

Follow @hyperink on Twitter!

Visit us at www.facebook.com/hyperink!

Go to www.hyperink.com to join our newsletter and get awesome freebies!

CHAPTER OUTLINE

Quicklet on David McNally and Karl Speak's Be Your Own Brand: Achieve More of What You Want by Being More of Who You Are
+ About the Book
+ Introducing the Authors
+ Overall Summary
+ Chapter by Chapter Summary
+ ...and much more

Product Details

BN ID: 2940014995252
Publisher: Hyperink
Publication date: 07/26/2012
Sold by: Barnes & Noble
Format: eBook
File size: 163 KB

About the Author

Narielle Living is a regularly featured writer for the Hampton Roads magazines Next Door Neighbor and Guest Speaker, and has published hundreds of articles for online sites such as ehow.com and DIY.com. Her debut novel, Signs of the South, is a paranormal mystery available through Amazon and Barnes and Noble. She is a member of the Mystery Writers of America, Chesapeake Bay Writers, and the James York Writers. A former massage therapist, she also studied Philosophy and Religion. Narielle lives in southeastern Virginia and is currently working on her third novel.Narielle can be found on Twitter, @NarielleLiving or her Facebook page, http://www.facebook.com/?ref=tn_tnmn#!/pages/Narielle-Living/307597632586503.
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