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The Brands On Brands Podcast

The Brands On Brands Podcast

Brandon Birkmeyer Personal Branding and Leadership 353 Episodes Jun 4, 2026

The Brands On Brands Podcast with Brandon Birkmeyer delivers weekly personal branding, career, and leadership advice. It ranks among the top personal branding podcasts for executives, consultants, coaches, content creators, and entrepreneurs, featuring insights from leading experts in personal branding and content marketing. The host draws on his 18 years of experience crafting marketing and brand strategy for Forbes Top 100 Brands at major U.S. advertising agencies. The show also promotes a newsletter and Brandon's book, Front & Center Leadership, to help listeners build authority and position themselves as leaders in their industries.

Episodes

How to Become Known for Something (Instead of Posting Random Content) | Ep. 353
How to Become Known for Something (Instead of Posting Random Content) | Ep. 353 Jun 4, 2026 09:46 Most experts, consultants, speakers, and creators are posting content... but very few become known for something. The people landing speaking engagements, attracting clients, getting featured in the media, and building authority aren't just creating content. They're building intellectual property (IP). In this episode, Brandon Birkmeyer shares a simple framework for turning your expertise into sig
Why Your Content Isn't Converting | Ep. 352
Why Your Content Isn't Converting | Ep. 352 May 18, 2026 09:28 Most people think they have a content problem. They think they need to post more, stay more consistent, or figure out the algorithm. But that's usually not why their content isn't working. In this episode, we break down the real issue: authority. Because when people see your content, they're immediately asking three questions: What are you known for? Why should I trust you? How do you actually he
What's Really Changing in Personal Branding (AI, Proof & Standing Out Today) | Ep. 351
What's Really Changing in Personal Branding (AI, Proof & Standing Out Today) | Ep. 351 Apr 29, 2026 56:39 This episode is a little different than usual. Instead of hosting, I'm sharing a conversation where I was a guest on The Personal Brand Blueprint podcast with Dave Polykoff. We go beyond the typical "tips and tactics" and get into what's actually changing in personal branding right now—from AI and content creation to credibility, trust, and what it really takes to stand out today. We also talk thr
Leading in the Age of AI: Why Great Leaders Don't Run Out of Ideas | Ep. 350
Leading in the Age of AI: Why Great Leaders Don't Run Out of Ideas | Ep. 350 Apr 24, 2026 14:11 Today's episode is a little different. Instead of a traditional interview or solo breakdown, I'm sharing the audio from a recent keynote I delivered called "Leading in the Age of AI: How Leaders Stand Out Today." AI is changing how work gets done—but more importantly, it's changing how leaders are evaluated. When everyone has access to the same tools, the same information, and even the same AI-gen
Why Rambling Kills Your Personal Brand (and How to Stop) | Ep. 349
Why Rambling Kills Your Personal Brand (and How to Stop) | Ep. 349 Apr 16, 2026 09:18 Ever feel like someone is talking… and just won't stop? Or worse—have you ever caught yourself doing it? In this episode, I break down why rambling can quietly damage your personal brand—and what to do instead if you want to come across as clear, confident, and engaging. Based on real-world conversations at meetings, conferences, and networking events, this episode shows you how small communicatio
How to Stand Out at Conferences (3 Proven Networking Strategies) | Ep. 348
How to Stand Out at Conferences (3 Proven Networking Strategies) | Ep. 348 Apr 8, 2026 14:32 How to Maximize Conferences: Pre-Event Prep, In-Event Strategy, and Post-Event Follow-Up We all know that conferences can feel awkward without a plan. Today we discuss the three-part framework to get more out of any event: pre-event, during the event, and after the event. 00:31 Why Events Feel Awkward 01:04 Three Phase Framework  01:43 Pre Event Research 03:06 Reach Out Beforehand 05:25 During Eve
The 5 Fastest Ways to Build Credibility in Your Industry | Ep. 347
The 5 Fastest Ways to Build Credibility in Your Industry | Ep. 347 Apr 1, 2026 13:48 Five Fast Ways to Build Credibility in Your Industry. Today we talk about five fast, accessible ways to build credibility and reputation in any industry without becoming a full-time creator. First, write original LinkedIn articles regularly (e.g., weekly) to develop a clear perspective and demonstrate thought leadership rather than relying on AI-generated posts. Second, join a local industry group
How to Make Money as a Personal Brand (6 Proven Revenue Streams) | Ep. 346
How to Make Money as a Personal Brand (6 Proven Revenue Streams) | Ep. 346 Mar 26, 2026 16:13 Six Ways to Get Paid for Your Knowledge. This is how personal brands make money and grow. Today we talk about the best way coaches and creators can make money by sharing their expertise. We dive into six common revenue models including: Services (coaching, consulting, freelancing, agencies, audits, VIP days) Products (digital courses, templates, guides, physical books/journals/merch, and AI-enabl
How Authors REALLY Become Bestsellers (PR Secrets Revealed) with Lauren Cabello | Ep. 345
How Authors REALLY Become Bestsellers (PR Secrets Revealed) with Lauren Cabello | Ep. 345 Mar 18, 2026 43:24 Today, we talk to PR strategist and author Lauren Cabello about how nonfiction entrepreneurs, CEOs, founders, coaches, and speakers can use book PR to build a personal brand and sustained momentum rather than relying on Amazon sales alone. We dive deep into coordinating a book launch strategy, turning every placement into reusable marketing assets, how podcasts drive more sales, the value of tradi
What Should You Name Your Channel? Personal Branding Mistakes to Avoid | Ep. 344
What Should You Name Your Channel? Personal Branding Mistakes to Avoid | Ep. 344 Feb 27, 2026 11:09 How to Name Your Online Channels: Handles, Domains, and Brand Consistency. The episode explains how to choose and manage brand names across online platforms like LinkedIn, social profiles, YouTube, podcasts, newsletters, and websites. 00:00 Naming Your Online Brand 01:09 Claim Handles and Domains 03:01 Show Names and Searchability 04:21 Generic Plus Unique Words 06:12 Different Names for Different
How Shawn Nelson Built Lovesac Into a Public Company (Founder Branding Lessons) | Ep. 343
How Shawn Nelson Built Lovesac Into a Public Company (Founder Branding Lessons) | Ep. 343 Feb 18, 2026 39:36 Shawn David Nelson didn't just build a furniture company — he built a brand. In this episode, I sit down with the Founder & CEO of Lovesac to talk about what it really takes to build a business from a college side hustle into a publicly traded company. We cover: • How Shawn turned a giant beanbag into a billion-dollar brand • The power of founder branding in today's media landscape • What most ent
How People Judge You in the First 30 Seconds (And What to Do About It) | Ep. 342
How People Judge You in the First 30 Seconds (And What to Do About It) | Ep. 342 Feb 4, 2026 06:20 In today's episode, we explore how first impressions are formed within the first 30 seconds of meeting someone. Through a real-life example from a content creator's meetup, we discuss the subtle behaviors that influence how we perceive others. Key takeaways include understanding that people decide how they feel before they decide what they think, and that initial interactions should prioritize mak

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