How do you create, shape, and strengthen your career brand?

Why is showing up in the small moments is key to creating a strong presence?

My guest on this episode is Lorraine Lee, Author of “Unforgettable Presence,” Keynote Speaker, Instructor at LinkedIn Learning and Stanford

During our conversation Lorraine and I discuss:

• How she transitioned from her corporate career in tech to becoming an award-winning keynote speaker, LinkedIn instructor, and author.
• Why adopting a “CEO of your own career” mindset is essential for professional growth
• How HR leaders build a strong, authentic presence on LinkedIn, even if you’re just starting out.
• How you can use her EPIC Career Brand Framework to achieve your career goals.
• How the “Think-Do-Feel Matrix” helps you prepare, understand, and connect with your audience.

Connecting with Lorraine:

Connect with Lorraine Lee on LinkedIn

Learn more about Lorraine or buy Unforgettable Presence

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Due to the US holiday, 4th of July, I am re-publishing one of our greatest hits and most popular episodes.

The “Best of 2024” episode features sixteen don’t miss moments from HR executives and thought leaders who…

So, who can you expect to learn from on this episode?

• Rhonda Morris, CHRO, Chevron
• Jeffrey Pfeffer, Professor Stanford University and Author of 16 books including the “7 Rules of Power
• Kerrie Peraino, Chief People Officer at Verily
• Kevin Wilde, Executive Leadership and Talent Development Expert & Author
• Kelly Monahan, Managing Director, Research Institute at Upwork
• Dave Ulrich, Bob Eichinger, and Allan Church
• Lybra Clemons, a C-Suite executive with experience leading talent, culture, and DEI
• Shaun Mayo, Chief People Officer, Arizona Cardinals Football Club
• Amy Kates, Organization Design Expert, Consultant, Educator, and Author of Five Books
• Kevin Cox, Founder and President of LKC Advisory & Anthony Nyberg, Director, Center for Executive Succession at University of South Carolina
• Jordana Kammerud, SVP & CHRO, Corning
• Lucien Alziari, EVP and CHRO of Prudential Financial, Inc
• Ginger King, CHRO, Kohler Co.
• Tim Richmond, EVP & Chief Human Resources Officer, AbbVie
• Stephanie Lilak, EVP & Chief People Officer, Mondelez International
• Prasad Setty, Lecturer, Stanford GSB, Advisor, Former VP at Google, People Ops and Workspace

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How can you build your brand on LinkedIn while being true to who you are?

Why should you be transparent about performance expectations with new hires?

My guest on this episode is Melanie Naranjo, Chief People Officer at Ethena

During our conversation Melanie and I discuss:

• What it’s like to lead HR at an HR tech company and why Melanie recommends the experience to other HR professionals.
• How she built her personal brand on LinkedIn to over 60,000+ followers by being authentic and real.
• Melanie’s advice on how to effectively partner with your CEO to drive the business forward.
• How being transparent about high-performance expectations—and consequences for poor performance—creates a culture of clarity and trust.
• How learning in public promotes accountability and builds network and community.

Connecting with Melanie:

Connect with Melanie Naranjo on LinkedIn

Check out Melanie who is a frequent guest on Ethena’s podcast, “We’re Not Recording” hosted by CEO of Ethena, Roxanne Petraeus.

Episode Sponsor:

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HR Leader’s Blueprint - 18 pages of real-world advice from 100+ HR thought leaders. Simple, actionable, and proven strategies to advance your career.

Succession Planning Playbook: In this focused 1-page resource, I cut through the noise to give you the vital elements that define what “great” succession planning looks like.