LEAVE YOUR MARK: Freshly Brewed Career Advice with Aliza Licht

In this episode of Leave Your Mark, I'm thrilled to welcome back Carrie Kerpen, a transformative leader in the business world. Carrie, the founder and CEO of The Whisper Group—an exit readiness advisory practice for women-owned businesses—shares her incredible journey. Previously, she started, scaled, and sold Likable Media, a pioneering social media agency. We dive into her strategic approach to building and selling a profitable business, her development of The Whisper Group, and her mission to close the exit gap for female entrepreneurs. Carrie also discusses her upcoming book, 'The Whisper Way,' and offers a unique perspective on optimizing businesses for exit. You'll gain actionable insights on career growth, business optimization, and personal branding from this insightful discussion.

This year's Golden Globes reminded us of the importance of intentional and clear communication in public speaking. Today's episode on Leave Your Mark delves into powerful takeaways from several of the speeches at the Golden Globes, emphasizing the value of authenticity and the consequences of ignoring impactful narratives – lessons that extend beyond the awards stage to everyday communication and storytelling.In this episode of Leave Your Mark, I'm thrilled to welcome back my friend and personal media trainer, Jillian Straus, CEO and founder of Straus Strategic Communications, to break down some standout speeches from the Golden Globes. In contrast, I break them down from a personal branding and PR standpoint. We dive into Demi's powerful and relatable speech that captured vulnerability and empathy and contrast it with Adrian Brody's speech, which notably avoided key elements of his film's Holocaust narrative. Throughout our discussion, we emphasize the importance of intention, authenticity, and conveying a clear message in public speaking.

As we wrap up another year, I find myself reflecting on my journey and eagerly preparing for the opportunities ahead. This time of year, evaluations are in full swing, and I'm here to share how to tackle your year-end review to ensure you’re on the path to success and a well-deserved promotion.In this episode, I provide a comprehensive, step-by-step guide on how to effectively tackle your year-end review to position yourself for a promotion. Learn the importance of documenting your accomplishments, making your results measurable, and using the STAR format to clearly articulate your contributions. Discover how personal branding, soliciting feedback, and setting personal development goals can enhance your review process. Understand the value of being proactive, handling constructive criticism, and preparing for compensation discussions.Use my link https://porkbun.com/LeaveYourMark24 to get a .bio domain for less than $2 now at Porkbun!

In this episode, I challenge you to identify your 'North Star Goal' and utilize ChatGPT 4.0 as a personalized career coach. I emphasize the importance of setting lofty goals and provide a detailed step-by-step guide on how to prompt ChatGPT to create a strategic plan tailored to your career aspirations. By feeding ChatGPT comprehensive information about your achievements, strengths, and areas for improvement, you can get a customized roadmap that breaks down high-level goals into manageable daily tasks. I underscore the value of AI in professional development and encourage viewers to adopt this innovative approach to advance their careers.Use my link https://porkbun.com/LeaveYourMark24 to get a .bio domain for less than $2 now at Porkbun!

In this episode of Leave Your Mark, I welcome Ingrid Jean Baptiste, a journalist, actor, and founder director of the Chelsea Film Festival. Ingrid shares her inspiring journey of creating the festival after a life-changing car accident. She discusses her passion for promoting the work of emerging filmmakers and raising awareness about global issues. She talks about the impact of the festival, her personal resilience, and the importance of following one's intuition. Ingrid also reflects on her outspoken activism and how she hopes to leave her mark on the world through her work.Use my link https://porkbun.com/LeaveYourMark24 to get a .bio domain for less than $2 now at Porkbun!

In this episode of Leave Your Mark, I analyze Jaguar's recent controversial rebranding campaign, 'Copy Nothing.' As someone deeply embedded in luxury marketing, watching Jaguar's recent "Copy Nothing" rebrand was akin to witnessing a heritage fashion house abandon its signature codes. The automotive equivalent of Saint Laurent dropping Yves is a move that requires precision, strategy, and, above all, deep market understanding.Jaguar's pivot from its storied British luxury codes to stark minimalism, no doubt visually inspired by the beauty and fashion worlds, reflects a fundamental misread of the luxury market, their customer, and the climate today. Brands must evolve, but Jaguar's approach stripped away the DNA that positioned them in the luxury automotive sector in the first place.Drawing parallels to successful luxury fashion rebrands – consider Gucci under Michele or Celine under Slimane – even radical departures maintained a dialogue with house codes. The most successful brand evolutions in the luxury sector don't erase heritage; they recontextualize it. Jaguar's break with their visual legacy demonstrates a disconnect with contemporary luxury marketing principles.Join me for a marketing-focused episode where I discuss Jaguar's drastic changes to their logo and brand identity and the significant backlash the campaign received. I explain the importance of not abandoning brand heritage and engaging cross-functional teams in rebranding. Drawing on my experiences with major rebrands, I offer crucial lessons for marketers on navigating brand evolution without alienating existing customers.In luxury markets, whether automotive or fashion, brand equity is built over decades but can be compromised in a single season. The key lies in evolution that honors legacy while embracing the future – a lesson Jaguar's rebrand makes painfully clear.00:00 Introduction to Leave Your Mark00:26 Jaguar's Controversial Rebrand01:12 Analyzing the Campaign's Flaws02:42 Lessons for Marketers05:52 Comparing with Successful Campaigns10:16 The Fallout and Future Steps12:55 Conclusion and Final ThoughtsUse my link https://porkbun.com/LeaveYourMark24 to get a .bio domain for less than $2 now at Porkbun!

In this solo episode, I discuss the current employment climate known as 'The Big Stay,' where employers have the upper hand and job-switching opportunities are scarce. But don't get discouraged. Staying put doesn't have to be negative. This episode contains actionable career advice to make the most out of your current role and keep your eye on the future.Additionally, I offer strategies for those who may feel unhappy in their job, emphasizing the importance of maintaining a positive outlook and planning for a future career move while maximizing the benefits of your current role. The episode also touches on managerial responsibilities in keeping teams engaged and maintaining open communication.Key topics include:- From the Great Resignation to the Big Stay- Building Credibility While Staying Put- Proactivity: The Key to Avoid Stagnation- Leveraging Social Capital- Innovate and Contribute- Mentorship and Networking: A Dual Approach- Maintaining an Online Presence- Strategic Reflection and Future Planning- Managers: Fostering Engagement in Teams- Embrace The Silver Linings

Grieving a career you loved is challenging, but it's a natural part of moving forward. In this solo episode, I share how to acknowledge, reflect, and recreate your path on a new journey. I delve into the often-overlooked painful aspect of leaving a long-term career or industry. The emotional challenge and identity crisis that can accompany such a change are not spoken about enough. The episode offers practical advice on how to acknowledge your feelings, identify what you loved about your previous role, maintain your professional network, and find new ways to stay relevant and creative. Emphasizing the importance of personal branding and self-reflection exercises from 'On Brand,' I share practical tips to help you navigate through this transition. Remember, while your career may have changed, you remain the same skilled, valuable person.

Raise your hand if you want to upgrade your personal brand but don’t know where to begin?Today is the day you can start to take your first steps!Dive into my latest episode and discover how small changes can make a big impact. This episode delivers actionable steps that you have no excuse not to employ TODAY. From updating your bios and profile pictures to creating a compelling email signature and leveraging your network connections, I provide practical steps you can take immediately.Tune in to learn about the importance of visualization, overcoming fear, broadcasting your achievements through storytelling, and using fashion to make a powerful impression. Whether you're starting out or looking to advance your career, this episode has invaluable insights for everyone

Do you have to brag to build your personal brand? The answer is no. In this episode, I address the common confusion between personal branding and bragging, emphasizing the importance of creatively shaping your narrative to show off your skills without boasting. I share a personal anecdote highlighting this issue and provide practical advice for showing your professional worth, especially on LinkedIn. Topics covered include the significance of storytelling in conveying skills, creating diverse content on social media, and avoiding the overuse of self-promotion. I also discuss the importance of embracing video content and teaching others through your posts.