The Personal Branding Podcast With Anna Vatuone
Do you want to build your personal brand and become highly-influential online? The Personal Branding Podcast, hosted by Anna Vatuone, will help you clarify your message, tell your story and post with confidence on social media.
Episodes
Why It’s Never Too Late to Tell Your Story with Jason W. Miller.
In today's episode of The Personal Branding Podcast, I'm joined by writer, speaker, and transformational storyteller Jason W. Miller — a man who, until November 2025, had never posted a single thing on social media.When Jason and I first spoke in October of that year, he had one goal: I have a story I've been carrying for over two decades, and I think it's finally time to share
How Colette Fehr Landed a Literary Agent and a Book Deal with Penguin Random House
When I first met Colette Fehr, she had no platform and no social media presence, just a book idea she deeply believed in. Nearly three years later, that decision has turned into a literary agent and a book deal with Penguin Random House.In this episode, Colette shares the full behind-the-scenes story of how it happened — from writing the book in early morning hours, to staying in touch with the ag
How to Keep Creating When No One’s Watching with Bestselling Poet Jennae Cecelia (I Met My Younger Self for Coffee)
In this conversation, I talk with bestselling poet Jennae Cecelia, whose words have reached over 16 million readers worldwide through her viral poem I Met My Younger Self for Coffee.We met in Boston earlier this year, and I left our conversation feeling deeply inspired by her story — how she’s built a thriving creative career through consistency, faith, and a willingness to evolve. From self-publi
How Olivia Yokubonis Turned Heartbreak Into a Brand with 138K+ Followers
After dropping her boyfriend at the airport for a month-long trip, Olivia Yokubonis recorded a late-night voiceover about autonomy in relationships — how important it is to keep discovering yourself, even when you’re with someone. By morning, the video had a million views.In this episode, Olivia shares how that moment of honesty became the catalyst for building a personal brand rooted in storytell
From Substack to Print: What It Really Takes to Publish Your Own Book
What does it really take to turn a personal story into a book you’re proud to share with the world? In this episode, I sit down with my editor and dear friend, Elena, to unpack the messy, magical process of transforming Lonely Girl from Substack serialization to a finished print book. We talk about what it’s really like to edit a memoir, how to know when a story is ‘done,’ the difference between w
The Niche Is You: How Jordan Loufas Built a Brand by Simply Being Herself
In this episode, I sit down with content creator and photographer Jordan Loufas, whose cozy, relatable vlogs have helped her build a deeply connected and loyal community online. We talk about how she grew her platform from scratch, starting with playful TikToks during the pandemic and finding real connection after opening up about her eating disorder. Jordan shares what it was like going viral ove
The Paradox Of Life, Love, And The Decision To Freeze Her Eggs With Victoria P. Mitchell
Victoria Mitchell, COO of Good Party, openly talked about her decision to freeze her eggs, and the complications that came with it, on social media. Her latest series, "My Egg Freezing Journey" has reached millions of people on Instagram and TikTok.I was curious:What led her to share this story? And how was able to transform a deeply personal journey into a viral sensation?After pouring
How to Be "That Girl" with Gelsey Latonio
I've been following Gelsey on TikTok for years, but her latest hit, "How to Be That Girl," which has been viewed by over 4M people, really caught my attention. I was curious:What led her to create it? How does she come up with her ideas?How did she transform it from a post with 23k views into a post with 4M views?Her answer was juicier then I expected.Ready to tell your own story?Di
How To Build Your Email List Using A Custom Quiz
In this episode, I'm interviewing Josh Hayman the co-founder and CEO at Interact. Interact is a quiz software founded in 2013 that pivoted to an AI-first approach in 2023. Today Interact has over 7,000 paying customers and the ability to make a quiz from any piece of content in 2 minutes with AI.Start Building Your Quiz Today In the episode, Josh and I discuss how to leverage quizzes to grow
On Staying Consistent, Pushing Past the Awkward Phase and Gaining 1.3 Million Followers on TikTok with Chayse Byrd
Today’s guest is TikTok superstar Chayse Byrd. You might know her for her gym vlogs, piss pant reviews, and barefoot running—but today she is giving us something entirely different — insights into how she gained 1.3 million followers on TikTok and her strategy for staying consistent with her posts. In the episode, we talk about how to push past the awkward phase of posting, crying on camera, and h
Navigating the Publishing World and Creating a System for Content Creation with Israa Nasir
In today’s episode we cover:Creating a unique system for effective content creationUnderstanding the process of getting your book published and working with a publishing houseDeveloping a healthy relationship with productivityDemonstrating care and commitment in your workOur guest, Israa Nasir, is a therapist, mental health expert, and author ( @well.guide on Instagram and TikTok). I am proud to s
How to Deliver a Powerful Talk with Sarah Cronk
When I first met Sarah, it was her composure, eloquence, and impressive accomplishments, such as being featured on Oprah and delivering a TEDx Talk, that captivated me. It wasn’t until she became a student in Personal Brand Accelerator, that I got to see the women behind those accomplishments—someone who is deeply caring, warm and passionate, and also, one hell of a speaker! You won’t want to miss
On Listening to Your Intuition, Sobriety, and Sharing What's True for You
In today's episode, I'm sitting down with one of my former clients and dear friends, Ali Kates. Ali's mission is to teach individuals how to find the right healing methods to heal from their past hurts & limiting beliefs. She believes that healing is highly individualized and unique. What works for one person might not work for another - and that is okay! She teaches individual
How to Stay Consistent
Ahhh consistency, the thing that everyone wants and no one seems to have ;) Except, I think we do. I think we are more consistent than we give ourselves credit for. Let’s be kinder and more gentle with ourselves when it comes to accomplishing the goals we set for our lives. Let’s look at consistency in a wider context. Instead of asking, “How consistent have I been this week?” Try asking, “How co
Believe in Your Greatness with Katrina Palanca
In this episode, I sit down with Katrina Palanca, a former 1:1 client of mine. We talk about her journey to discovering herself outside of work; how she left her role at Twitch and accepted a VP position at her dream organization: The San Antonio Spurs. We also discuss “grinding”, leadership, and what she attributes her success to.Katrina says, “There is no reason this should’ve landed in my lap.”
If You Practice These 4 Habits, You’ll Have a Successful Personal Brand.
There are four important habits you MUST develop if you want to build a successful personal brand and gain traction on social media. If you’re already practicing them, I’m willing to bet that personal branding will come very naturally for you. If you aren’t, there’s good news: you’ve still got time. The catch is… you have to be self-aware enough to know which parts of yourself are weaker and under
On Depression, Dating Without Dating Apps, and Silent Disco
I struggled with depression a few months ago, and today I'm sharing how I got out of it. I also talk about dating without dating apps, and meeting someone interesting at Silent Disco. Also, I am going on a road trip tomorrow. I like this episode, it's a personal one. Enjoy!Join the waitlist for Personal Brand AcceleratorGet a One Week Free Trial at Carr Workplaces
The Four Principles of Writing Well
This week I read a book called, ‘On Writing Well: The Classic Guide to Writing Nonfiction’ by William Zinsser. It’s the best book I’ve read all year. He says there are four principles of writing well: “Clarity, Simplicity, Brevity, and Humanity.” Whether you’re writing your next email, blog post, or Instagram caption, here are four helpful rules to keep in mind.Put your name on the waitlist for Pe
How to Write Good Copy for Your Personal Website
To write well is one of the greatest challenges people face while building their personal brand. Everything you do for your personal brand involves the practice of writing; i.e, creating Instagram captions, voice over scripts, blog posts, emails, and most importantly, the copy on your personal website. If I had a nickel for every time I heard, “But Anna, I’m just not a good writer, can I hire some
How to Choose a Color Palette for Your Personal Brand (When You’re Not a Designer)
What is a visual identity? We define it as a cohesive collection of graphical elements that are chosen intentionally to bring your personal brand to life. The purpose of a visual identity is to create an emotional impression on your audience and inform your Ideal Brand Adopter about the essence of who you are and the many different aspects of your personality and professional expertise.During the
How to Write a Personal Brand Statement
Perhaps you’ve been faced with the challenge of writing a personal brand statement. I know writing about yourself can be challenging, but take comfort in knowing this can be a relatively painless process if you approach it in the right way and with the right attitude.Step one, repeat after me, I am a good writer. You’ve got to believe it, baby. Believe it! Simply put, a personal brand statement is
You don’t need to be an expert to build your personal brand, here’s why.
You might be afraid to build your personal brand for fear you aren't “expert” enough. Perhaps you assume that a deep level of professional expertise is a prerequisite for creating content on social media. Without one, someone might mistake you for an influencer. Gasp! ;) Listen, I understand. You may have a story you want to share with others, but if you don’t have any real level of professi
4 Ways to Know if You're Ready to Build a Personal Brand
How do you know if you're truly ready to start building your brand? How can you be sure if this is the best use of your time and resources? It starts with these 4 things.
How I Built Personal Brand Accelerator
In this episode, I'm sharing how I built Personal Brand Accelerator and the real reason the program exists.
Welcome to Season 2
Welcome to Season 2 of the Personal Branding Podcast; not to mention, my life. In this episode, I reveal the *real* reason I left my home in CA to start a new life here in Boston, how to strengthen your intuition muscle, and grow more attuned with your inner-knowing.This podcast is sponsored by Carr Workplaces, flexible office space around the country for the productive professional. Follow us on
How to Start a Business During COVID with Kristen Kurihara
Today’s episode is all about moving forward. Have you ever thought about starting a business or pursuing one of your interests more seriously? It can be risky. Although when you're building something bigger than yourself, it’s a risk that becomes tolerable.My guest today is Kristen Kurihara, she is the founder of the MoveForward Community, a space for fitness, health, and wellness professiona
How to Write a Book with Phylis Mantelli
Phylis is the author of the book “Unmothered” Life With a Mom Who Couldn’t Love Me, a story that walks readers through the journey of breaking generational dysfunction between mothers and daughters. She is also a coach specializing in speaking and writing. She loves to help women discover who they are in their personal testimony and branding.If you’ve ever thought about writing a book or sharing y
How to Create an Authentic Visual Identity with Maya Violet Normandi
We are living in a time where honor and character are incredibly important. It’s critical to confront who you are and what your values are. If you don’t do this, it will grow increasingly difficult to connect with your audience in a way that is powerful and effective. A personal brand is a vehicle that moves you forward. The stronger your personal brand profile, the more trust you will instill in
How to Improve Your Workday with Drew Amoroso
Hey everyone, welcome back to the Personal Branding Podcast where I interview industry experts and influencers who share small pearls of wisdom, actionable advice and spark a thought-provoking discussion on personal branding and entrepreneurship. You’ll enjoy this podcast if you’re a go-getter: a high-achiever who longs to go your own way and get paid for who you are, instead of just what you do.T
How to Gain Confidence and Become More Impactful on Social Media with Ashley Legg
Get excited. Today’s episode features Ashley Legg, a former news journalist for NBC affiliates and founder of Legg Day Fitness, a company that’s helped hundreds of people reach their health goals. She recently spoke on the TEDx stage about facing fears, vulnerability, building meaningful relationships and seizing opportunities. And now, we’ve got her on @PBP spilling of of her best kept secrets.Do
How to Become an Effective Marketer and Revolutionize Your Business with Dee Gautham
This week on the Personal Branding Podcast I speak with, Dee Gautham, a Personal Trainer and Nutritionist based in San Francisco, California. She is the Founder and CEO of The Boss Body Revolution, an Online Personal Training and Nutrition Program studio that helps busy women build transform their bodies and build healthy habits for life.Do you want to learn how to become a highly-effective market
How to Craft an Unforgettable Brand Experience with Morgan Kennedy
Today on Personal Branding Podcast we are welcoming Morgan Kennedy. Morgan is a travel wedding and portrait photographer based in the Bay Area of California. She specializes in authentic, bright, and natural photos by creating a fun and comfortable environment in front of the camera. She has been in business for 5 years and has a heart for helping other entrepreneurs elevate their brand through so
How to Become More Persuasive and Better at Sales with Jake Savage
Today on the Personal Branding Podcast we’re welcoming, Jake Savage, a Sales Consultant who has knocked on over 100k doors as a door-to-door salesman. In this episode you’re going to learn about some of the most prominent traits that all successful sales people have, how to find your key differentiators, how to handle the objections that get thrown your way, whether or not you should discount your
The One Thing You Need to Remember if You’re Just Starting Out with Promise Tangeman
Today I am bringing on the one and only Promise Tangemen, who, to be honest, is a total girl crush of mine. She’s the founder and CEO of Go Live, a platform that enables you to launch your dream website using their easy-to-install Squarespace templates. Did you know that your website is one of your BIGGEST marketing tools? In this episode we talk about the one thing you need to remember when you’r
On Founding Guy Fox and Building an Engaging Brand with Liam Eriksson
Hey guys, today I’m welcoming Liam Eriksson on The Personal Branding Podcast. Liam Eriksson is the Co-Founder & CEO of GUY FOX, an indie cologne company based in San Francisco. He's originally from "The Roy," attended Harvard of the North (Sonoma State University), and Wikipedia's everything he eats. Being the CEO means he pretty much does everything from stressing about pr
How to Maximize the Value of Your Personal Story with Terry Rice
Today we are welcoming Terry Rice on The Personal Branding Podcast. Terry is a consultant and speaker based in Brooklyn NY. His professional experience includes client-facing roles at organizations including Facebook and Adobe. Today, he serves as a conduit to make these best practices available to a larger audience. As the Marketing Expert-in-Residence at Entrepreneur magazine, he provides need t
The Four Things You Need to Build a Personal Brand with Cynthia Johnson
Today we are welcoming the first guest on The Personal Branding Podcast, Cynthia Johnson. Cynthia is a global entrepreneur, marketing professional, author, and keynote speaker. She is Co-Founder at Bell +Ivy, a marketing and PR firm in Santa Monica, CA, and Las Vegas, NV. Cynthia recently published her debut book, Platform: The Art and Science of Personal Branding. In this episode, Cynthia and I d
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