
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
Latest episodes

Aug 24, 2023 • 13min
How LinkedIn's New AI Platform Tools Can Help (or Hurt) Your Brand: Our Best Tips to Embrace Them and Stand Out
LinkedIn, a platform with AI tools to better profiles, connections, and content, discusses the integration of AI on LinkedIn and its benefits and drawbacks. They explore the role of AI on LinkedIn profiles, highlighting the importance of adding personality to build a brand. They also share disappointing experiences with LinkedIn's AI platform tools, cautioning against their use. The podcast delves into the exploration of LinkedIn's new AI features and emphasizes the importance of human interaction in branding.

Aug 17, 2023 • 13min
LinkedIn Groups Don't Have to Be Spammy: How to Start a Community-Focused One For Your Brand and Business
LinkedIn Groups get a bad rap as promotional and spammy, but it's possible to start a community-focused one for your brand and business. The hosts discuss the importance of cultivating a community on LinkedIn and highlight the upcoming changes related to groups on the platform. They explore the value and strategy of LinkedIn groups for women in business and emphasize the benefits of creating a separate group for communication and support. The speaker shares their experience with building and nurturing a small and intimate LinkedIn group, emphasizing the importance of creating a close-knit community. Additionally, they discuss the importance and benefits of establishing a community-focused LinkedIn group specifically for female entrepreneurs and business owners.

Aug 10, 2023 • 16min
Diversify Your Visibility Streams: How to Supplement and Amplify Your Content and Brand Off of LinkedIn
IN THIS EPISODE:
Do you put all your "eggs in one basket" just by being on LinkedIn? Sadly, our content evaporates like yesterday's news. This episode explores how and where to be more visible and recognized off of the platform with media, other social channels, PR, speaking, and more.
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 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 Good Trading 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/michelle-raymond-goodtradingco/
Website: https://goodtradingco.com.au/
Join Michelle's "Cheer Squad for Good" LinkedIn Group for women who own businesses. https://www.linkedin.com/groups/14049931
LINKS
HARO (Help a Reporter Out)
Qwoted
Source Bottle
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Aug 3, 2023 • 16min
How and Why to Take a Break From Posting on LinkedIn Without Damaging Your Brand
IN THIS EPISODE:
If you're active on LinkedIn, have you felt the need or have to take a break but aren't sure how to navigate the platform in your absence? This episode is for you as we share our recent month-long and mini breaks to take much-needed time off the platform. We share our stories and best tips to stay top of mind even when you're away.
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 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 Good Trading 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/michelle-raymond-goodtradingco/
Website: https://goodtradingco.com.au/
Join Michelle's "Cheer Squad for Good" LinkedIn Group for women who own businesses. https://www.linkedin.com/groups/14049931
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Jul 27, 2023 • 21min
Operation Rebrand Announcement: What It Takes to Rebrand Your Business on LinkedIn and Beyond
IN THIS EPISODE:
There are so many moving parts to consider when branding and even MORE when rebranding. In this week's episode, Michelle J Raymond shares exciting updates and her new company name as part of Operation Rebrand. Plus, we detail all the steps to take and how to go about the process for your brand or rebrand.
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 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 Good Trading 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/michelle-raymond-goodtradingco/
Website: https://goodtradingco.com.au/
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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Jul 20, 2023 • 21min
Why LinkedIn’s Recent Content Algorithm Update Is Great News For Your Personal Brand
IN THIS EPISODE:
In the past two years, LinkedIn has started to feel more like Facebook, and it's turned off and turned away many members. Well, good news, LinkedIn recently publicly announced a new algorithm update that makes building your brand, sharing your expertise, and being noticed and known for your valuable content so much better. We detail all these changes and what it means for your personal brand and content creation.
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 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 Good Trading 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/michelle-raymond-goodtradingco/
Website: https://goodtradingco.com.au/
Join Michelle's "Cheer Squad for Good" LinkedIn Group for women who own businesses. https://www.linkedin.com/groups/14049931
LINKS:
Article: Entrepreneur Magazine, June 26, 2023
Podcast: Problem Solvers Podcast by Entrepreneur Magazine with LinkedIn editor-in-chief Dan Roth and director of product Alice Xiong
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Jul 13, 2023 • 17min
How to Turn "Tiny Steps" Into "Big Wins" With Your Personal Brand on LinkedIn (and Beyond)
IN THIS EPISODE:
NOTHING happens on the sidelines. The power and payoff of #PYOT, "Put Yourself Out There" (as Michelle B Griffin always says) is like compound interest for your brand. We share two recent incidents and actionable tips to help you celebrate your wins and continue to win on LinkedIn and beyond.
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 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 Good Trading 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/michelle-raymond-goodtradingco/
Website: https://goodtradingco.com.au/
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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Jul 6, 2023 • 18min
Are you a "Boring Brand" - Our Best Tips To Mix Up Your LinkedIn Content and Still Be "On Brand"
IN THIS EPISODE:
Are you feeling "stuck in a rut" with content creation? This episode helps you "stay in your lane" but still keeps your audience curious and never tired of you. Here are our best tips to perk up your content 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 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 Good Trading 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/michelle-raymond-goodtradingco/
Website: https://goodtradingco.com.au/
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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Jun 29, 2023 • 22min
Operation Rebrand: Our Lessons and Tips to Know (and Avoid) When Branding (or Rebranding) on LinkedIn
IN THIS EPISODE:
In this real-time case study, Michelle J Raymond shares her bumpy journey of rebranding her business. We deep dive into the headaches of the process, her struggle to find a new business name, and how she's moving forward with clarity and a foundational plan. As always, we share our stories, "warts and all" to make your branding or rebranding journey a smooth one.
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 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 Good Trading 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/michelle-raymond-goodtradingco/
Website: https://goodtradingco.com.au/
Join Michelle's "Cheer Squad for Good" LinkedIn Group for women who own businesses. https://www.linkedin.com/groups/14049931
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Jun 22, 2023 • 18min
Are You Underselling Yourself on LinkedIn? Our Actionable Tips to Go from Blending In to Standing Out With Your LinkedIn Profile
IN THIS EPISODE:
Your LinkedIn personal profile is the modern-day personal brand website and your digital business card. When you have a profile that doesn't fully communicate who you are and what you do, you're likely underselling yourself and missing out on opportunities and important connections. This episode will take you from best-kept secret to standout professional on LinkedIn and beyond.
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 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 Good Trading 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/michelle-raymond-goodtradingco/
Website: https://goodtradingco.com.au/
Join Michelle's "Cheer Squad for Good" LinkedIn Group for women who own businesses. https://www.linkedin.com/groups/14049931
LINK:
Fix your gray banner ASAP with these free Canva LinkedIn banner templates
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