

The LinkedIn™ Branding Show
Michelle B Griffin and Michelle J Raymond (#MichelleSquared)
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
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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Jul 11, 2024 • 17min
How to Avoid These Cringe Worthy Podcast Pitching and Guesting Mistakes for Your Brand
IN THIS EPISODE:
We're getting spicy again with the top mistakes in pitching yourself and guesting on podcasts. LinkedIn is one of the top places to be seen as an expert in your niche, and these tips will help you land guest spots on industry shows and skyrocket your visibility in your field.
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 https://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. Community
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/
For more tips, subscribe to Michelle's YouTube
Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@MichelleJRaymond
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TRANSCRIPT
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Jul 4, 2024 • 18min
Try These Easy and Affordable Branding Tips to Be a Standout On LinkedIn
IN THIS EPISODE:
What makes you different and 'top of mind' to others? With millions of daily users on LinkedIn, it can be hard to make a name for yourself.
In this episode, we share easy and fun ways to stand out rather than blend in with the masses, using our favorite tips and real-life examples from our LinkedIn connections.
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 https://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. Community
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/
For more tips, subscribe to Michelle's YouTube
Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@MichelleJRaymond
SUBMIT YOUR QUESTION
Do you have a question for us to answer? We love sharing, supporting, and shouting you out. Simply DM both Michelles and submit your question for a future episode.
TRANSCRIPT
The episode transcript is available to read here.

Jun 27, 2024 • 20min
Are Your Referable? Top LinkedIn Profile Tips to Become a No-Brainer Recommendation for New Clients and Opportunities
IN THIS EPISODE:
One of the fastest ways to build your brand and business is by referral partners. Does your profile communicate clearly what you do, for whom, and how you serve others? Without a clear, specific, compelling profile, you may miss out on "referable ready." We share our personal stories, tips, and top profile areas to optimize so you're the one they reach out to and recommend.
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 https://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. Community
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/
For more tips, subscribe to Michelle's YouTube
Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@MichelleJRaymond
SUBMIT YOUR QUESTION
Do you have a question for us to answer? We love sharing, supporting, and shouting you out. Simply DM both Michelles and submit your question for a future episode.
TRANSCRIPT
The episode transcript is available here.

Jun 20, 2024 • 16min
How Employees Can Avoid Being Left Behind -- Building Your Personal Brand on LinkedIn is Your Professional Insurance Policy
IN THIS EPISODE:
Building your personal brand as an employee is your professional insurance policy for internal and external opportunities. We discuss the benefits, dos/don'ts, and how to get started today because there's no better time to get out there.
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 https://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. Community
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/
For more tips, subscribe to Michelle's YouTube
Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@MichelleJRaymond
SUBMIT YOUR QUESTION
Do you have a question for us to answer? We love sharing, supporting, and shouting you out. Simply DM both Michelles and submit your question for a future episode.
TRANSCRIPT
The episode transcript is available here

Jun 13, 2024 • 19min
How to Burst Your "LinkedIn Bubble" - Why Staying In The Same Circles Might Keep Your Brand and Business Stagnant
IN THIS EPISODE:
Do you find yourself talking to the same people on LinkedIn? It's not that we don't love our community, but we need to branch out to expand your brand and business on LinkedIn. We discuss the "echo chamber" effect and how to break free and meet new people, clients and opportunities on LinkedIn.
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 https://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. Community
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/
For more tips, subscribe to Michelle's YouTube
Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@MichelleJRaymond
SUBMIT YOUR QUESTION
Do you have a question for us to answer? We love sharing, supporting, and shouting you out. Simply DM both Michelles and submit your question for a future episode.
TRANSCRIPT
The episode transcript is available here

Jun 6, 2024 • 11min
Ready to Quit LinkedIn? These 4 Tips Will Help You Stay Motivated On The Days You Feel "I"m Done"
IN THIS EPISODE:
New flash: there are highs and lows of building your personal brand on LinkedIn. If you need a pep talk AND real strategies to get out of the funk, this #MichelleSquared cheer squad episode is here for you.
How to be more proactive vs reactive and make your luck and success on LinkedIn, our best tips, tactics and tools to support you and get you back on your branding journey.
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 https://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. Community
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/
For more tips, subscribe to Michelle's YouTube
Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@MichelleJRaymond
SUBMIT YOUR QUESTION
Do you have a question for us to answer? We love sharing, supporting, and shouting you out. Simply DM both Michelles and submit your question for a future episode.
TRANSCRIPT
The episode transcript is available here

May 30, 2024 • 13min
LinkedIn's New Feature: A TikTok Style Video Feed: Everything You Need to Get Started and Stand Out
IN THIS EPISODE:
LinkedIn is beta testing a separate TikTok style video feed that brings short form video to the platform. We share in real time and tips from LinkedIn editors on what they're looking for, best tips for video, how to get over imposter syndrome and confidently be yourself on video to build and boost your brand. Plus, we share an easy tool to capture your existing recordings into short form clips.
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 https://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. Community
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/
For more tips, subscribe to Michelle's YouTube
Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@MichelleJRaymond
LINKS
LinkedIn Tests Dedicated Video Feed Article
Opus Clips - AI powered Video Repurposing
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TRANSCRIPT
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May 23, 2024 • 18min
How To Position Yourself Better On LinkedIn - The Top 3 Brand Strategy Tips to Be Clear, Be Seen and Be Successful
IN THIS EPISODE:
Feel like your floundering with your brand on LinkedIn? It's likely the lack of a foundational brand vision and positioning for your personal and business brand. We share best tips, personal stories and "lessons learned" to set your get visible, feel fulfilled and attract industry opportunities.
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 https://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. Community
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/
For more tips, subscribe to Michelle's YouTube
Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@MichelleJRaymond
SUBMIT YOUR QUESTION
Do you have a question for us to answer? We love sharing, supporting, and shouting you out. Simply DM both Michelles and submit your question for a future episode.
TRANSCRIPT
The episode transcript is available here

May 16, 2024 • 13min
Work In a "Boring" Industry OR Feel You're Not Extroverted? How to Build Your Presence On LinkedIn: NEW: Listener Question & Shout-Out Segment
Learn how to overcome insecurities and build a strong presence on LinkedIn, even in 'boring' industries. Discover successful branding strategies for professionals in regulated fields. Gain tips on showcasing authenticity and expertise to connect with experts on the platform.

May 9, 2024 • 17min
The Power of Niching Down For Your Brand to Win on LinkedIn: Plus Our Exact Process of Niching Down
Discover the benefits of narrowing your focus on LinkedIn to attract engaged audience. Explore evolution of niche focus and brand identity. Learn about transformative journey of niching down for women entrepreneurs. Embrace your niche for success on LinkedIn and in business.


