Maximize Your Brand with Markeith Braden

Last week Nashville was hit with devastating & other Middle TN counties was hit with devastating tornados.   The tornadoes reveal exactly what you expect them to reveal. People picking through piles of debris, people embracing & people bowing their heads in prayer. It's impossible not to feel a tenderness for the lives of those who were directly impacted by the tornados, loosing loved ones, busine...

The changing times have led to the implementation of various products of technology in businesses. With various aspects of businesses transforming everyday with the changing customer requirements and market demands, these tools have turned out to be necessities to stay afloat in this highly competitive market. Podcasting has garnered an immense popularity over the years. A podcast is a set of digi...

This is a transcript of Oprah Winfrey's Commencement Address at Colorado College in 2019. Episode Sponsor: Podcast Your Brand Workshop : This 2 Hour Virtual Workshop will give you the A to Z on How To Create, Promote & Monetize A Successful Podcast That Grows Your Influence & Authority

Being an online authority essentially means you're not only a thought leader on a specific topic, but that you've also taken the time to translate that knowledge in a meaningful way online.  People do business with the people they trust. And putting yourself out there, giving your brand a personality, and taking the time to present research, updates, and opinions that help your prospects and custo...

Companies  have  brands.  Products  have brands.   O ver the past few years, the concept of 'personal branding' has gained momentum. It has become something of a buzzword for modern professionals.  But for whatever reason, many aren't comfortable with developing their personal brand.   Developing your personal brand is the proactive way of managing your career and reputation.  The uniqueness of yo...

It was hard to hear the news this weekend: Kobe Bryant, the LA Lakers basketball superstar, had died in a helicopter accident near Los Angeles. Eight other people, including his 13-year-old daughter Gianna, also perished in the crash. Kobe Bryant was among the very best to play in the NBA. He played 20 seasons with the LA Lakers, won 5 championship rings and finished with 33,643 career points. At...

Building a personal brand has never been more important than it is today. Anyone with access to the internet and social media can build an audience, position themselves as an expert, and start attracting clients for their business.  Your brand is what distinguishes you from your competitors, helping to form a lasting impression in the mind of your audience and customers. Without a compelling perso...

One of the top questions I get from entrepreneurs, experts and other professionals is "How do you go about actually getting paid to speak professionally?" Speaking is the fastest way to get exposure and build credibility. It's how every great movement began. It is also the best way to attract high-paying clients. This week I interview Dr. Laura Louis, Psychologist & Professional Speaker .   Dr. La...

It's the beginning of a brand new year, & a brand new decade.  Like many of you, I have taken time out to reflect on the previous year & jotted down notes on lessons learned.   In this episode, I share 10 tips that I believe will be instrumental in helping you to Maximize your year.  Additionally, I share some on my own personal challenges with implementing some of these tips I share.   Episode No...

Do you sometimes find yourself stuck in the past? Do you find that you regularly have regrets about some of the decisions you've made? Don't be too hard on yourself, we've all been there. We all have a past, and that past could be the reason many of us can't seem to breakthrough in life. We all go through those stages in our lives where we spent so much time dwelling on our past that we fail to se...

This week I share my interview with Derek D. Ross , a marketing & branding specialist.  For 14 years, Derek has worked with businesses and entrepreneurs to advance their mission, elevate their brand, and amplify their voice through branding, marketing, and public relations strategies and campaigns. Derek has worked with celebrities, professional athletes, and political figures; has been featured a...

This week I share my interview with Jeff Sanders, keynote speaker, productivity coach, founder of The Rockin' Productivity Academy , creator of the  47 Strategies Productivity Self-Assessment , and host of the  The 5 AM Miracle Podcast , which has ranked #1 in Apple Podcasts in the Self-Help and Business categories, been nominated for 6 Podcast Awards, and exceeded 8 million downloads. Jeff & I di...

I love being an entrepreneur.  Through the blood sweat, and the few tearsI've shed, I still wouldn't have it any other way. However, what I know for sure is running a business takes a lot out of you. There's no way to completely separate yourself from your business failures and successes when your business is one you've built all by yourself. Running your own business makes the highs seem even hig...

There are benefits to blogging, which podcasting can't achieve. Blogging is easier and quicker to do, it has better SEO benefits, and is more easily shareable. No argument there. In fact, a company shouldn't necessarily disregard blogs, newsletters, videos or any other form of content. All have their place and are valuable if done well. A podcast, simply, offers other advantages that blogging alon...

Graphic design has a big role to play in the modern competitive business environment. Businesses need the services of graphic designers to create impressive marketing materials. These materials include brochures, business cards, websites, leaflets, stationeries and so on. An impressive and memorable logo is a basic requirement for any business to build a brand identity. Similarly, businesses need...

The internet is the biggest thing introduced to the millennial, and they are certainly making the most out of this advancement. Apart from using it solely as a tool or source of entertainment, the internet is now becoming the source of income for a majority of enthusiasts who are on a mission to do something creative, hence earn money using the creativity. This increasing trend has permitted the m...

Most people only become aware of new opportunities when the trend has subsided. Podcasting isn't new, but it has only really started to catch on over the past few years, with more and more people turning to podcasts while commuting, exercising, working, etc.  So, why is now the best time to start your own podcast? There are multiple reasons and it will vary from person to person, but here are 5 po...

I am often inspired by others who defeat the odds of life and manifest their dreams. Dreams are meant to be realized.   Though I wasn't physically there, watching the Youtube videos, social media post & news coverage of Tyler Perry opening up his 300+ acre motion picture studio was very inspiring.  This week, I share with you a few gleaned lessons learned from my afar observations of the grand ope...

W e are in the final quarter of 2019. Where are you on the fulfillment of your goals? Have you accomplished them? Have you fallen off & need to get back on it? If you are on track, Congratulations!!! I am extremely proud of you for accomplishing what you have set out to do. However, if you are not quite on track, know you don't have to wait for the new year get back on track. You can start right n...

Before I really knew what personal branding was, I was serious about how I presented and represented myself.  I'm a firm believer in the scripture Proverbs 22:1, "A good name is to be more desired than great wealth, Favor is better than silver and gold." Today, I am just providing a refresher on Why Your Personal Brand Matters. Sometimes, I think we can take for granted this digital age we live in...

Sometimes it's hard to let things go, even when you know it is the best decision to make. Additionally, finding the right time to make a change is always elusive.  There is usually not a right, you just must take action.   In this episode, I share with you my latest decisions that I have made concerning the podcast.  I have been talking about it for a while, & simply just decided to JUST DO IT. 

Are you currently hosting live events and when they are over you are drained in every way, from your belief system to your bank account? Are you struggling to figure out how to produce a profit from your next live event so that you confidently and courageously serve your attendees, add tremendous value, transform their lives and build your business in the process? Are you tired of  worrying  about...

Business relationships are important. The more a customer trusts, likes and interacts with your brand the stronger that relationship becomes. If it goes well and the business continues to make the customer happy through the quality of service, product and experience then often a business can become "exclusive" where the customer doesn't even consider other businesses for the things you provide. Si...

Thinking about TAKING ON A NEW and DIFFERENT ROLE within your corporate career? Maybe you are thinking about leaving your 9-5 to START YOUR OWN BUSINESS?   Catch this interview I did with Ms. Charelle Lans.   Charelle Lans the President and Lead Strategist for Vision Strategy Management, LLC, Executive Director for Leading with Feet, Inc, and Advisory Board Council Member for Florida State Univers...

This week I share a letter I came across on social media, written by the late Steve Jobs. For me, the letter was inspiring and though provoking as I am reaching an age where time is more of essence than it has ever been.  Listen to these words & be inspired to pursue significance in your life.