The LinkedIn™ Branding Show
The LinkedIn™ Branding Show empowers entrepreneurs, experts, and businesses on how to use personal and business branding on LinkedIn™ to win dream clients and land industry opportunities outside of the often talked about LinkedIn clichés.
Join your hosts, Michelle B Griffin and Michelle J Raymond, aka #MichelleSquared, for real conversations plus actionable takeaways with a community of powerful and impactful professionals looking to grow with a "good together" approach to personal and business branding. Learn more at MichelleSquared.com and purchase The LinkedIn™ Branding Book on Amazon.com
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Apr 11, 2024 • 14min
How to Boost Your LinkedIn Presence and Get Visible Without Posting
IN THIS EPISODE:
In this second of two parts episode, it's time to take your refreshed profile and "put yourself out there" with a visible LinkedIn presence. Good news, you don't have to spend a lot of time or even post to be seen, make connections and start conversations. We share our best tips to rev up and get going.
BUY YOUR COPY: Our book, The LinkedIn Branding Book, The Power of Two: Build Your Personal and Business Brand on LinkedIn for Exponential Growth, is available on Amazon in Kindle, paperback, and hardcover editions:
https://mybook.to/The_LinkedIn_Branding_Book
(Plus bonus Brand Squared Workbook, 50-page actionable bonus with your book purchase.)
THE BACKSTORY: Michelle B. Griffin and Michelle J. Raymond met on LinkedIn™️ through the power of commenting in December 2020. Together, they have supported each other with complimentary yet different strengths to rise up and stand out on LinkedIn™️ with their personal and business branding businesses.
Both quickly realized that the “Power of Two” as #MichelleSquared was a force for good that would propel success more than what was possible on their own. Learn and sign up as a member at MichelleSquared.com
Follow The LinkedIn Branding Community Page for exclusive news, updates, and announcements.
ABOUT US: Michelle B. Griffin is an international personal branding & PR strategist and speaker who has devoted her career to connecting people, growing communities, and building brands.
As The Brand Therapist,℠ Michelle untangles your personal brand so you can (finally!) nail your messaging, confidently communicate your story, and unquestionably attract more attention to grow your business.
She is the founder of Standout Women Media, a frequent speaker, podcast guest, and host of Ask The Brand Therapist,℠ a top-ranked personal branding podcast by Feedspot.
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michellebgriffin/
Website: https://michellebgriffin.com
Join Michelle's free LinkedIn Personal Branding Community, The P.Y.O.T - Put Yourself Out There Community to Build and Boost Your Personal Brand
https://michellebgriffin.com/pyotcommunity/
Michelle J. Raymond is a globally recognized LinkedIn™️
Company Pages and Business Growth Strategist expert. Through her company B2B Growth Co, she shares her 15+ years of sales and almost 10 years of B2B social selling on LinkedIn™️ experience to help small business owners stand out and attract opportunities to grow their businesses.
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michellejraymond/
Website: https://b2bgrowthco.com/
Join Michelle's "Cheer Squad for Good" LinkedIn™️ Group for women who own businesses. https://www.linkedin.com/groups/14049931
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Apr 4, 2024 • 15min
Give Your LinkedIn Profile a Refresh: Top Places to Update to Stay Top of Mind
IN THIS EPISODE:
Does your LinkedIn profile gather dust and get out of date? Does it reflect you and position you for who you are and where you want to go? This episode is all about the quick tips you can review and update and why it matters.
BUY YOUR COPY: Our book, The LinkedIn Branding Book, The Power of Two: Build Your Personal and Business Brand on LinkedIn for Exponential Growth, is available on Amazon in Kindle, paperback, and hardcover editions:
https://mybook.to/The_LinkedIn_Branding_Book
(Plus bonus Brand Squared Workbook, 50-page actionable bonus with your book purchase.)
THE BACKSTORY: Michelle B. Griffin and Michelle J. Raymond met on LinkedIn™️ through the power of commenting in December 2020. Together, they have supported each other with complimentary yet different strengths to rise up and stand out on LinkedIn™️ with their personal and business branding businesses.
Both quickly realized that the “Power of Two” as #MichelleSquared was a force for good that would propel success more than what was possible on their own. Learn and sign up as a member at MichelleSquared.com
Follow The LinkedIn Branding Community Page for exclusive news, updates, and announcements.
ABOUT US: Michelle B. Griffin is an international personal branding & PR strategist and speaker who has devoted her career to connecting people, growing communities, and building brands.
As The Brand Therapist,℠ Michelle untangles your personal brand so you can (finally!) nail your messaging, confidently communicate your story, and unquestionably attract more attention to grow your business.
She is the founder of Standout Women Media, a frequent speaker, podcast guest, and host of Ask The Brand Therapist,℠ a top-ranked personal branding podcast by Feedspot.
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michellebgriffin/
Website: https://michellebgriffin.com
Join Michelle's free LinkedIn Personal Branding Community, The P.Y.O.T - Put Yourself Out There COmmunity to Build and Boost Your Personal Brand
Michelle J. Raymond is a globally recognized LinkedIn™️
Company Pages and Business Growth Strategist expert. Through her company B2B Growth Co, she shares her 15+ years of sales and almost 10 years of B2B social selling on LinkedIn™️ experience to help small business owners stand out and attract opportunities to grow their businesses.
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michellejraymond/
Website: https://b2bgrowthco.com/
Join Michelle's "Cheer Squad for Good" LinkedIn™️ Group for women who own businesses. https://www.linkedin.com/groups/14049931
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Mar 28, 2024 • 33min
How to Grow Your LinkedIn Brand In the Next 90 Days: Our 100th Podcast Celebration
IN THIS EPISODE:
Your LinkedIn profile is your new personal brand website. Don't let it undersell, undervalue, or even undermine your opportunities going into Q2.
#MichelleSquared has you covered!
As part of our 100th podcast episode, we're recording LIVE to set you up for the next 90 days to build and boost your personal and business brand on LinkedIn. We'll share tips from our book, top podcast episodes, and new ways to step out and stand out here.
Let's make the next 90 days your kick-off to visibility, credibility, and opportunities galore. 🎉
BUY YOUR COPY: Our book, The LinkedIn Branding Book, The Power of Two: Build Your Personal and Business Brand on LinkedIn for Exponential Growth, is available on Amazon in Kindle, paperback, and hardcover editions:
https://mybook.to/The_LinkedIn_Branding_Book
(Plus bonus Brand Squared Workbook, 50-page actionable bonus with your book purchase.)
THE BACKSTORY: Michelle B. Griffin and Michelle J. Raymond met on LinkedIn™️ through the power of commenting in December 2020. Together, they have supported each other with complimentary yet different strengths to rise up and stand out on LinkedIn™️ with their personal and business branding businesses.
Both quickly realized that the “Power of Two” as #MichelleSquared was a force for good that would propel success more than what was possible on their own. Learn and sign up as a member at MichelleSquared.com
Follow The LinkedIn Branding Community Page for exclusive news, updates, and announcements.
ABOUT US: Michelle B. Griffin is an international personal branding & PR strategist and speaker who has devoted her career to connecting people, growing communities, and building brands.
As The Brand Therapist,℠ Michelle untangles your personal brand so you can (finally!) nail your messaging, confidently communicate your story, and unquestionably attract more attention to grow your business.
She is the founder of Standout Women, a frequent speaker, podcast guest, and host of Ask The Brand Therapist,℠ a top-ranked personal branding podcast by Feedspot.
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michellebgriffin/
Website: https://michellebgriffin.com
Join Michelle's free LinkedIn Personal Branding Community, The #365 Creators: https://the365creators.com
Michelle J. Raymond is a globally recognized LinkedIn™️
Company Pages and Business Growth Strategist expert. Through her company B2B Growth Co, she shares her 15+ years of sales and almost 10 years of B2B social selling on LinkedIn™️ experience to help small business owners stand out and attract opportunities to grow their businesses.
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michellejraymond/
Website: https://b2bgrowthco.com/
Join Michelle's "Cheer Squad for Good" LinkedIn™️ Group for women who own businesses. https://www.linkedin.com/groups/14049931
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Watch our 100th Episode Video and Challenge Training
Download our Power of Two Personal and Business Brand Profile Audit Checklists
Mar 21, 2024 • 13min
The Dark Side of Fake Credibility on LinkedIn: How to Protect Your Personal Brand From Faux PR
IN THIS EPISODE:
Manufactured PR and social proof can damage your personal brand if done incorrectly. We get gritty on this important topic of the play-to-play faux PR practices that run rampant on LinkedIn. We detail how and why you can avoid these companies and service providers who might be faking their expertise and credibility.
BUY YOUR COPY: Our book, The LinkedIn Branding Book, The Power of Two: Build Your Personal and Business Brand on LinkedIn for Exponential Growth, is available on Amazon in Kindle, paperback, and hardcover editions: https://mybook.to/The_LinkedIn_Branding_Book
(Plus bonus Brand Squared Workbook, 50-page actionable bonus with your book purchase.)
THE BACKSTORY: Michelle B. Griffin and Michelle J. Raymond met on LinkedIn™️ through the power of commenting in December 2020. Together they have supported each other with complimentary yet different strengths to rise up and stand out on LinkedIn™️ with their personal branding and business branding businesses. Both quickly realized that the “Power of Two” as #MichelleSquared was a force for good that would propel success more than what was possible on their own. Learn and sign up as a member at MichelleSquared.com
Follow The LinkedIn Branding Community Page for exclusive news, updates, and announcements.
ABOUT US: Michelle B. Griffin is an international personal branding & PR strategist and speaker who has devoted her career to connecting people, growing communities, and building brands.
As The Brand Therapist,℠ Michelle untangles your personal brand so you can (finally!) nail your messaging, confidently communicate your story, and unquestionably attract more attention to grow your business. She is the founder of Standout Women, a frequent speaker, podcast guest, and host of Ask The Brand Therapist,℠ a top-ranked personal branding podcast by Feedspot.
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michellebgriffin/
Website: https://michellebgriffin.com
Join Michelle's free LinkedIn Personal Branding Community, The #365 Creators: https://the365creators.com
Michelle J. Raymond is a globally recognized LinkedIn™️
Company Pages and Business Growth Strategist expert. Through her company B2B Growth Co, she shares her 15+ years of sales and almost 10 years of B2B social selling on LinkedIn™️ experience to help small business owners stand out and attract opportunities to grow their businesses.
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michellejraymond/
Website: https://b2bgrowthco.com/
Join Michelle's "Cheer Squad for Good" LinkedIn™️ Group for women who own businesses. https://www.linkedin.com/groups/14049931
TRANSCRIPT
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Mar 14, 2024 • 13min
How Much Time Should You REALLY Invest on LinkedIn? Easy Tips to Balance Your Time and Growth
IN THIS EPISODE:
You're busy with work and life, so how much time should you spend on LinkedIn to build your personal and business brand? We share your best practices, time management tips, tools, and our best strategy we share with our clients and workshop attendees.
BUY YOUR COPY: Our book, The LinkedIn Branding Book, The Power of Two: Build Your Personal and Business Brand on LinkedIn for Exponential Growth, is available on Amazon in Kindle, paperback, and hardcover editions: https://mybook.to/The_LinkedIn_Branding_Book
(Plus bonus Brand Squared Workbook, 50-page actionable bonus with your book purchase.)
THE BACKSTORY: Michelle B. Griffin and Michelle J. Raymond met on LinkedIn™️ through the power of commenting in December 2020. Together they have supported each other with complimentary yet different strengths to rise up and stand out on LinkedIn™️ with their personal branding and business branding businesses. Both quickly realized that the “Power of Two”
as #MichelleSquared was a force for good that would propel success more than what was possible on their own. Learn and sign up as a member at MichelleSquared.com
Follow The LinkedIn™️ Branding Community Page for exclusive news, updates, and announcements.
ABOUT US: Michelle B. Griffin is an international personal branding & PR strategist and speaker who has devoted her career to connecting people, growing communities, and building brands.
As The Brand Therapist,℠ Michelle untangles your personal brand so you can (finally!) nail your messaging, confidently communicate your story, and unquestionably attract more attention to grow your business. She is the founder of Standout Women, a frequent speaker, podcast guest, and host of Ask The Brand Therapist,℠ a top-ranked personal branding podcast by Feedspot.
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michellebgriffin/
Website: https://michellebgriffin.com
Join Michelle's free LinkedIn Personal Branding Community, The #365 Creators: https://the365creators.com
Michelle J. Raymond is a globally recognized LinkedIn™️ Company Pages and Business Growth Strategist expert. Through her company B2B Growth Co, she shares her 15+ years of sales and almost 10 years of B2B social selling on LinkedIn™️ experience to help small business owners stand out and attract
opportunities to grow their businesses.
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michellejraymond/
Website: https://b2bgrowthco.com/
Join Michelle's "Cheer Squad for Good" LinkedIn™️ Group for women who own businesses. https://www.linkedin.com/groups/14049931
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Mar 7, 2024 • 14min
How to Differentiate Yourself, Avoid the Comparison Trap and Confidently Own Your Lane on LinkedIn
IN THIS EPISODE:
Comparing yourself to others in your space is one of the fastest ways to blend in and feel off track. We dive deep into the traps of comparing yourself to others, how to differentiate yourself, and how to start a "narrow lane" positioning yourself on LinkedIn.
BUY YOUR COPY: Our book, The LinkedIn Branding Book, The Power of Two: Build Your Personal and Business Brand on LinkedIn for Exponential Growth, is available on Amazon in Kindle, paperback, and hardcover editions:
-https://mybook.to/The_LinkedIn_Branding_Book
(plus bonus Brand Squared Workbook, 50-page actionable bonus with your book purchase.)
THE BACKSTORY: Michelle B. Griffin and Michelle J. Raymond met on LinkedIn through the power of commenting in December 2020. Together they have supported each other with complimentary yet different strengths to rise up and stand out
on LinkedIn with their personal branding and business branding businesses.
Both quickly realized that the “Power of Two” as MichelleSquared was a force for good that would propel success more than what was possible on their own. Learn and sign up as a member at MichelleSquared.com.
Follow The LinkedIn Branding Community Page
for exclusive news, updates, and announcements.
ABOUT US: Michelle B. Griffin is an international personal branding strategist who has devoted her career to connecting people, growing communities, and building brands. As
The Brand Therapist,℠ Michelle untangles your personal brand so you can (finally!) nail your messaging, confidently communicate your story, and unquestionably attract more attention to grow your business. She is a frequent speaker, guest contributor, and host of Ask The Brand Therapist,℠ a top-ranked personal branding podcast by Feedspot.
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michellebgriffin/
Website: https://michellebgriffin.com
Join Michelle's free LinkedIn Personal Branding Community,
The #365 Creators: https://the365creators.com
Michelle J. Raymond is a globally recognized LinkedIn Company Pages and Business Growth Strategist expert. Through her company B2B Growth Co, she shares her 15+ years of sales and almost 10 years of B2B social selling on LinkedIn experience
to help small business owners stand out and attract opportunities to grow their businesses.
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michellejraymond/
Website: www.b2bgrowthco.com
Join Michelle's "Cheer Squad for Good" LinkedIn Group
for women who own businesses. https://www.linkedin.com/groups/14049931
TRANSCRIPT
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Feb 29, 2024 • 19min
How to Use LinkedIn Direct Messages (DMs) to Start Real Conversations (And Not Feel Spammy)
Discover strategies for authentic engagement on LinkedIn through direct messages, emphasizing relationship building over spammy sales tactics. Learn about the power of personalized messages, proactive engagement, and genuine connections for brand growth.
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Feb 22, 2024 • 13min
How (and Why) Employees Can Build Their Personal Brands So Everyone Wins on LinkedIn
IN THIS EPISODE:
Employees are some of the company's best branding assets, so why do many organizations put up roadblocks? In this episode, we get candid on the what, how, and why it matters for employee advocacy so everyone can win on LinkedIn.
BUY YOUR COPY: Our book, The LinkedIn Branding Book, The Power of Two: Build Your Personal and Business Brand on LinkedIn for Exponential Growth, is available on Amazon in Kindle, paperback, and hardcover editions: https://mybook.to/The_LinkedIn_Branding_Book
(plus bonus Brand Squared Workbook, 50-page actionable bonus with your book purchase.)
THE BACKSTORY: Michelle B. Griffin and Michelle J. Raymond met on LinkedIn through the power of commenting in December 2020. Together they have supported each other with complimentary yet different strengths to rise up and stand out
on LinkedIn with their personal branding and business branding businesses. Both quickly realized that the “Power of Two” as #MichelleSquared was a force for good that would propel success more than what was possible on their own. Learn
and sign up as a member at MichelleSquared.com
Follow The LinkedIn Branding Community Page for exclusive news, updates, and announcements.
ABOUT US: Michelle B. Griffin is an international personal branding & PR strategist and speaker who has devoted her career to connecting people, growing communities, and building brands.
As The Brand Therapist,℠ Michelle untangles your personal brand so you can (finally!) nail your messaging, confidently communicate your story, and unquestionably attract more attention to grow your business. She is the founder of Standout Women, a frequent speaker, podcast guest, and host of Ask The Brand Therapist,℠ a top-ranked personal branding podcast by Feedspot.
LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/michellebgriffin/
Website: https://michellebgriffin.com
Join Michelle's free LinkedIn Personal Branding Community,
The #365 Creators: https://the365creators.com
Michelle J. Raymond is a globally recognized LinkedIn Company Pages and Business Growth Strategist expert. Through her company B2B Growth Co, she shares her 15+ years of sales and almost 10 years of B2B social selling on LinkedIn experience
to help small business owners stand out and attract opportunities to grow their businesses.
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michellejraymond/
Website: https://b2bgrowthco.com/
Join Michelle's "Cheer Squad for Good" LinkedIn Group
for women who own businesses. https://www.linkedin.com/groups/14049931
LINKS
Deeper Dive with Michelle B Griffin on the Internal Marketing Podcast
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Feb 15, 2024 • 16min
How to Know When It's Time to Pivot Your Personal Brand: Our Candid Stories, Struggles and Tips to ReAlign Your Brand
IN THIS EPISODE:
Feeling off in your personal brand? Not sure you're showing up aligned in your work and on LinkedIn? We've been there, too, and in this tell-all episode, we get real on our recent rebrands and repositioning to start feeling clear, focused, and back on track with the work we're meant to do.
BUY YOUR COPY: Our book: The LinkedIn Branding Book, The Power of Two: Build Your Personal and Business Brand on LinkedIn for Exponential Growth, is available on Amazon in Kindle, paperback, and hardcover editions: https://mybook.to/The_LinkedIn_Branding_Book
(plus bonus Brand Squared Workbook, 50-page actionable bonus with your book purchase.)
THE BACKSTORY: Michelle B. Griffin and Michelle J. Raymond met on LinkedIn through the power of commenting in December 2020. Together they have supported each other with complimentary yet different strengths to rise up and stand out
on LinkedIn with their personal branding and business branding businesses. Both quickly realized that the “Power of Two” as #MichelleSquared was a force for good that would propel success more than what was possible on their own. Learn
and sign up as a member at MichelleSquared.com
Follow The LinkedIn Branding Community Page for exclusive news, updates, and announcements.
ABOUT US: Michelle B. Griffin is an international personal branding & PR strategist and speaker who has devoted her career to connecting people, growing communities, and building brands.
As The Brand Therapist,℠ Michelle untangles your personal brand so you can (finally!) nail your messaging, confidently communicate your story, and unquestionably attract more attention to grow your business. She is the founder of Standout Women, a frequent speaker, podcast guest, and host of Ask The Brand Therapist,℠ a top-ranked personal branding podcast by Feedspot.
LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/michellebgriffin/
Website: https://michellebgriffin.com
Join Michelle's free LinkedIn Personal Branding Community,
The #365 Creators: https://the365creators.com
Michelle J. Raymond is a globally recognized LinkedIn Company Pages and Business Growth Strategist expert. Through her company B2B Growth Co, she shares her 15+ years of sales and almost 10 years of B2B social selling on LinkedIn experience
to help small business owners stand out and attract opportunities to grow their businesses.
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michellejraymond/
Website: https://b2bgrowthco.com/
Join Michelle's "Cheer Squad for Good" LinkedIn Group
for women who own businesses. https://www.linkedin.com/groups/14049931
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How to Merge LinkedIn Company Pages
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Feb 8, 2024 • 15min
How to Use LinkedIn Company Pages to Market Your Personal and Business Brand: New Tips and Tricks
IN THIS EPISODE:
Not sure how to manage and market yourself or your business with LinkedIn Company Pages? We detail NEW tips to keep current, not waste time, and how to be more visible with LinkedIn Company Pages.
BUY YOUR COPY: Our book: The LinkedIn Branding Book, The Power of Two: Build Your Personal and Business Brand on LinkedIn for Exponential Growth, is available on Amazon in Kindle, paperback, and hardcover editions: https://mybook.to/The_LinkedIn_Branding_Book
(plus bonus Brand Squared Workbook, 50-page actionable bonus with your book purchase.)
THE BACKSTORY: Michelle B. Griffin and Michelle J. Raymond met on LinkedIn through the power of commenting in December 2020. Together they have supported each other with complimentary yet different strengths to rise up and stand out
on LinkedIn with their personal branding and business branding businesses. Both quickly realized that the “Power of Two” as #MichelleSquared was a force for good that would propel success more than what was possible on their own. Learn
and sign up as a member at MichelleSquared.com
Follow The LinkedIn Branding Community Page for exclusive news, updates, and announcements.
ABOUT US: Michelle B. Griffin is an international personal branding & PR strategist and speaker who has devoted her career to connecting people, growing communities, and building brands.
As The Brand Therapist,℠ Michelle untangles your personal brand so you can (finally!) nail your messaging, confidently communicate your story, and unquestionably attract more attention to grow your business. She is the founder of Standout Women, a frequent speaker, podcast guest, and host of Ask The Brand Therapist,℠ a top-ranked personal branding podcast by Feedspot.
LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/michellebgriffin/
Website: https://michellebgriffin.com
Join Michelle's free LinkedIn Personal Branding Community,
The #365 Creators: https://the365creators.com
Michelle J. Raymond is a globally recognized LinkedIn Company Pages and Business Growth Strategist expert. Through her company B2B Growth Co, she shares her 15+ years of sales and almost 10 years of B2B social selling on LinkedIn experience
to help small business owners stand out and attract opportunities to grow their businesses.
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michellejraymond/
Website: https://b2bgrowthco.com/
Join Michelle's "Cheer Squad for Good" LinkedIn Group
for women who own businesses. https://www.linkedin.com/groups/14049931
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How to Merge LinkedIn Company Pages
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