Social Media Guru & Entrepreneur Peter Shankman on How to Build a Loyal Tribe and Why Having an ADHD Brain is a Superpower, Not a Curse
Oct 27, 2019
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Entrepreneur and social media expert Peter Shankman shares insights on building loyal tribes of fans and views ADHD as a superpower. Topics include customer experience, supportive communities for entrepreneurs, teaching core values, challenges of social media, changing the conversation around ADHD, and productivity habits.
Having a strong personal brand can open up opportunities and lead to being thought of for future prospects even outside of one's current network.
Providing exceptional customer service can cultivate loyal customers who become brand advocates, leading to valuable word-of-mouth recommendations and positive brand reputation.
Deep dives
The Power of Personal Branding
Personal branding is essential for career success. It allows individuals from various backgrounds, whether new graduates, middle managers, executives, or entrepreneurs, to stand out and be recognized for their expertise. Having a strong personal brand opens up opportunities and can lead to being thought of for future prospects even outside of one's current network.
The Importance of Customer Service
Providing exceptional customer service can make a significant impact on a company's success. By focusing on creating a positive customer experience, companies can cultivate loyal customers who become brand advocates. Going the extra mile and exceeding customer expectations can lead to valuable word-of-mouth recommendations and positive brand reputation.
Embracing Neurodiversity in the Workplace
Recognizing and accepting neurodiversity, including conditions like ADHD, in the workplace is crucial. Different minds bring unique perspectives and strengths. Embracing neurodiversity can lead to increased innovation, productivity, and inclusivity within an organization. It is important for companies to create an environment that supports and accommodates neurodiverse individuals.
Finding Happiness in Work and Life
The key to success is finding happiness in both work and personal life. Pursuing a career or path that brings joy and fulfillment is essential. Balancing work and personal priorities and taking care of one's mental and physical health is vital for overall happiness and success in all aspects of life.
The New York Times has called Peter Shankman a "rockstar who knows everything about social media, and then some." He is a 5x best-selling author, an entrepreneur, and a corporate keynote speaker. Peter is an expert on building loyal tribes of fans and is recognized worldwide for radically new ways of thinking about customer experience, social media, PR, marketing, and advertising. His latest book, Faster Than Normal and the podcast by the same name, focus on ADHD as a superpower, not a curse.
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