You Are The Brand

In this very interesting episode, I’m sharing a snippet from a coaching call with one of my clients, Nick Cavuoto. He asked me how to target a market who’s earning a certain revenue number. That’s a great starting point question, but I wanted to unpack the huge difference between making $120,000 and $300,000. It’s not different because of the revenue number but because of how that money is made. Very few people in the personal brand industry talk about how to get from one revenue level to the next. I feel a responsibility, though, to give you the overall picture so you know which path to take. Tune in to hear me talk about:   An overview of my first few years in this business. What adding live events did to my revenue. The power of partnerships in accelerating your brand. Being the jelly to your partners’ peanut butter. The shiny object syndrome. Why just buying products and courses won’t get you anywhere. Finding your unique peg to stand on.   Connect with Mike: Web - https://mikekim.com/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/mikekimtv/ LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikekimtv Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/mikekimtv/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/mikekimtv YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/MikeKim    *** EPISODE CREDITS: If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment. He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their business and impact the world. Find out more at https://emeraldcitypro.com 

Kary Oberbrunner is a speaker, author, coach, and the CEO of Igniting Souls. He’s also a long-time friend who walked me through some of the hardest times in my personal life and business. He was one of my first guests on the podcast 7 years ago and we’ve stayed in touch all this time. In this episode, I’m catching up on what’s changed, what’s working, what’s different, and what’s been the same in his business. He has a new book called Unhackable coming out very soon that he has used to spark a movement in the world. Tune in to hear all about: Why we should all be lending our skills to other businesses Using our platforms to elevate others The free zone frontier Relationships and rocket ships Muscle imbalances in business Where the idea for Unhackable came from How he made the mindset shift to letting go   Kary is someone who’s always been an out-of-the-box thinker. Conversations with him are consistently enlightening and valuable. Listen in to see how his insights can enrich you, too. Resources: Unhackable Kary on Instagram Kary on Facebook Kary on Twitter Kary on LinkedIn Kary’s website   Connect with Mike: https://mikekim.com/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/mikekimtv/ LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikekimtv Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/mikekimtv/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/mikekimtv YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/MikeKim    *** EPISODE CREDITS: If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment.   He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their business and impact the world. Find out more at https://emeraldcitypro.com 

Dr. Lisa Olszewski is a licensed chiropractor and the founder of The American Institute of Healthy Living, Healthy Living Simple, and Keto Virtual Summit. She has made the pivot that so many people struggle to make. She transitioned from a practice into a personal brand. Though she still sees her patients, she’s started a podcast, founded a virtual summit, and made an appearance in a documentary. In our conversation, we talk about:   What building her brand has been like for her What she’s done with her brick and mortar practice Everything she does in her personal brand now Her interview for A Better Way: Discover What’s Keeping America Sick What’s working and what’s not working in her marketing How she navigates requests for guidance in areas where she has no experience The law of attraction vs. marketing through content   If you’re in health, government, law, education, or another highly regulated industry and want to pivot to a personal brand, you’ll get a lot out of this discussion with Lisa. Resources: Healthy Living Simple Keto Virtual Summit Lisa's Website Healthy Vibrant YOU podcast Lisa’s podcast episode with her energy coach   Connect with Mike: https://mikekim.com/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/mikekimtv/ LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikekimtv Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/mikekimtv/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/mikekimtv YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/MikeKim    *** EPISODE CREDITS: If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment.   He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their business and impact the world. Find out more at https://emeraldcitypro.com 

I started this podcast to help entrepreneurs be successful in their personal brands. One way I aim to do this is by sharing how I reached and maintain my own success. I am always open to questions on these topics and will share my honest responses. That is what this entire episode is dedicated towards. In this episode, I am fielding some questions listeners have sent in with the help of my Integrator, Chelsea Brinkley. Tune in to hear:   Why I use a basic email format How to write personally without fake personalization The benefit of staying away from images and graphics in your email list The power of likeability and connection Where to channel your energy with your email list How I use segmentation and targeted content How to sell to higher buyers   Resources: Chelsea’s SOP bundle Submit a question for future podcast episodes Chelsea’s website Chelsea on Instagram Listener Sara Simon's website Listener Marisa Shadrick’s website   Connect with Mike: https://mikekim.com/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/mikekimtv/ LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikekimtv Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/mikekimtv/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/mikekimtv YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/MikeKim    *** EPISODE CREDITS: If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment.   He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their business and impact the world. Find out more at https://emeraldcitypro.com   

In today’s episode, I’m bringing back my Integrator, Chelsea Brinkley. We’re diving into the exact SOPs and workflows we use to run this business. I am a visionary and think processes are boring. Chelsea, on the other hand, is passionate about that side of business. She talks through: The process for managing my calendar A run-down of our SOPs for the podcast, booking appointments, and live events The templates we use for every process   As time goes on, we learn and add new things to try and improve efficiency, but these are the current actual workflows we use to keep this business going.  Tune in for a look at the inner working of my business through the eyes of the Integrator who makes all the magic happen. Resources: Chelsea’s SOP bundle Submit a question for future podcast episodes Chelsea’s website Chelsea on Instagram   Connect with Mike: https://mikekim.com/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/mikekimtv/ LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikekimtv Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/mikekimtv/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/mikekimtv YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/MikeKim    *** EPISODE CREDITS: If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment.   He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their business and impact the world. Find out more at https://emeraldcitypro.com   

Chelsea Brinkley is the person who runs my entire business. She has been with me every step of the way. When I was building this business, I did everything. As it grew, I needed other people to help me do those things I didn’t do well. Chelsea spearheads all of that. As a visionary and an integrator, we get a lot of questions on how we work together. In this episode, Chelsea explains how we get things done, how she’s set things up, the adjustments I’ve had to make, and how she’s made the process easier. We still have growing pains. We’re still trying to scale up the business. But having Chelsea take over as the Integrator has allowed the business to grow exponentially.   Tune in to hear us talk about: 1. How Chelsea got into this kind of work 2. What the Integrator role even is 3. What Chelsea needs from me to do her job 4. How we manage communication 5. The unforeseen challenges that have come up in this role 6. Why Chelsea wanted more responsibility 7. The adjustments we’re still making   Resources: Chelsea’s SOP bundle Submit a question for future podcast episodes Chelsea’s website Chelsea on Instagram   Connect with Mike: https://mikekim.com/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/mikekimtv/ LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikekimtv Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/mikekimtv/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/mikekimtv YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/MikeKim    *** EPISODE CREDITS: If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment. He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their business and impact the world. Find out more at https://emeraldcitypro.com 

Today, I decided to bring one of my 3 AM friends onto the show. Christopher Hopper is not only one of my best friends in the world, but also the most talented person I know. To see him focus on his different gifts has been amazing. In this episode, he shares how he went from owning a pizza shop to becoming a best-selling sci-fi author. We also have a meaningful conversation on a variety of other topics, including: 1. The process for writing a fiction book 2. The difference between writing a story and writing a situation 3. Being present 4. How to deprogram our weaknesses without losing the good parts of ourselves 5. Reclaiming parts of our childhood 6. The process of learning to hear from and appreciate people who are different from us 7. Spirituality and the 3 kinds of psalms   Resources: Christopher on Instagram Christopher on Facebook Christopher’s website Ruins of the Galaxy series The Message of the Psalms by Walter Brueggemann Submit a question for future podcast episodes   Connect with Mike: https://mikekim.com/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/mikekimtv/ LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikekimtv Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/mikekimtv/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/mikekimtv YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/MikeKim    *** EPISODE CREDITS: If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment. He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their business and impact the world. Find out more at https://emeraldcitypro.com 

Justin Schenk is the host of the top-rated podcast, The Growth Now Movement. We met a few years ago at a conference in Orlando and have stayed in touch all this time. He is one of the easiest people to talk to and one of the best in the business. All of us have been challenged recently. We’ve had new opportunities to grow and had to pivot our businesses in different ways. Justin has experienced this too. I brought him on to talk about the changes he’s made and how we can continue to pursue personal growth during uncertain times.   In the episode, we discuss: 1. How COVID has changed Justin’s business and life 2. The conversation we had about abundance that shifted his perspective 3. Building community for the long haul 4. How he started and grew his podcast 5. Setting big goals and intentions 6. What to do when it’s hard to ask for help 7. His upcoming virtual event, the Growth Now Summit   Resources: The Growth Now Movement podcast My episode on The Growth Now Movement podcast The Growth Now Summit Submit a question for future podcast episodes   Connect with Mike: https://mikekim.com/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/mikekimtv/ LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikekimtv Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/mikekimtv/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/mikekimtv YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/MikeKim    *** EPISODE CREDITS: If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment. He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their business and impact the world. Find out more at https://emeraldcitypro.com 

Recently, I’ve been trying different things in my business. I’ve gotten out of my comfort zone and grown as a communicator, marketer, and entrepreneur. It’s good practice to be continually throwing ourselves off new cliffs in business. There are always new frontiers and we have to stretch ourselves to approach them. In this episode, I talk about what these new frontiers are for me.   The 5 new things I’m doing right now to grow my brand are: Getting comfortable with video Investing in coaches Reengineering my offerings Finding what works for me Taking back the slack   Ask yourself if there’s an area where you’re making it too hard on yourself. Think about what works for you and forget what you’ve been told to do. I hope this episode gives you permission to reconsider how you’re growing your brand.   Connect with Mike: https://mikekim.com/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/mikekimtv/ LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikekimtv Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/mikekimtv/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/mikekimtv YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/MikeKim    *** EPISODE CREDITS: If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment. He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their business and impact the world. Find out more at https://emeraldcitypro.com 

Phillip Stutts is a marketing consultant who worked for decades in the political space. I’m not very into politics, but I am fascinated by the branding and marketing aspect of it. I brought Phillip on to have a conversation about all of that, as well as how today’s real-time issues have affected the economy and buying decisions. We have one of the most interesting conversations I’ve ever had on the podcast. If you have a business and are wondering what people are thinking and buying right now, listen in.   We talk about: How Phillip developed his marketing model How American consumers are making purchasing decisions now The importance of safety to the American consumer today How race issues have affected marketing and messaging The disruptions that are happening everywhere   Resources: COVID-19 Consumer Research “SPORTS HAS A PROBLEM…BEING WOKE AIN’T HELPING” article  “These 4 Industries Are Going to Die” article   Connect with Mike: https://mikekim.com/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/mikekimtv/ LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikekimtv Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/mikekimtv/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/mikekimtv YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/MikeKim   *** EPISODE CREDITS: If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment. He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their business and impact the world. Find out more at https://emeraldcitypro.com