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Glad to have my friend Ryan Rhoten back on the show to discuss his first book, CareerKred: 4 Simple Steps to Build Your Digital Brand & Boos Credibility In Your Career. We discuss in depth the importance of brand building in 2017 and how critical it is to establish credibility online.
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Ryan is the founder of RyanRhoten.com and the podcast, “The Brand New You.” His blog and podcast are among the best in personal branding and career advice. Ryan’s media features include The Muse, Mashable, and Forbes.
Here are some of the highlights of our discussion:
– Ryan described his process behind writing the book, took people on the journey, learned from colleagues and peers
– Stumbling and mistakes are useful for motivation, help others avoid the mistakes you made
– Demonstrating knowledge and skills are critical for employers to see online
– Using personal branding data from technology such as artificial intelligence
– We discuss the job seeker needing to view and approach branding as a consultant
– Can you apply (show employers) competency online before an interview?
– Ryan describes the term “CareerKred” – Why showing credibility at the job is not enough
– Must strive to show credibility globally – Are others able to vouch for your skills?
– Ryan says the biggest risk in not building a brand is not being found and not putting in the effort
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About Mark Anthony Dyson
I am the "The Voice of Job Seekers!" I offer compassionate career and job search advice as I hack and re-imagine the job search process. You need to be "the prescription to an employer's job description." You must be solution-oriented and work in positions in companies where you are the remedy. Your job search must be a lifestyle, and your career must be in front of you constantly. You can no longer shed your aspirations at the change seasons. There are strengths you have that need constant use and development. Be sure you sign up to download my E-Book, "421 Modern Job Search Tips 2021!" You can find my career advice and work in media outlets such as Forbes, Inc., Fast Company, Harvard Business Review, Glassdoor, and many other outlets.