Wealthy and Well-Known Podcast

All of us have an internal narrative about our li v e s , but we can never know the full picture of why we are the way we are. And yet, the stories we tell ourselves about our past are incredibly powerful and have the ability to determine our identity as well a s our future — a stirring example of why it is so important to discard confining beliefs that no longer serve you. This important insight...

Whether you've never heard of Enneagrams before, or you're a die-hard fan, today's episode is for you! We talk with Enneagram Teacher, Author, Speaker, Psychotherapist, and Consultant, Ian Morgan Cron, about the Enneagram and why it's such a powerful personality tool. In our conversation, Ian gives an overview of how the Enneagram works, the nine personality types it is made up of, and how it diff...

Approaching your personal brand with a servant leadership mindset is tremendously powerful. In today ' s special recap episode, AJ revisits her conversation with Lethia Owens, a servant leader who is building an incredible legacy for her children and grandchildren. Tuning in you ' ll hear AJ ' s top three takeaways, along with her own thoughts and insights. Learn about the concept of being a game...

Many people are hesitant to pursue building a personal brand because of the misguided notion that it ' s a selfish endeavor. In reality building, a successful personal brand is much more closely aligned with having a servant mindset and asking yourself how you can help others. No one knows this better than today ' s incredible guest, Lethia Owens. Lethia serves as an expert Market and Personal Bra...

When you have an exceptional service but are afraid to market it, you are actually depriving your potential clients of the help they need. No one knows this better than Dean Graziosi , an expert information marketer, author, investor, entrepreneur, and co-f ounder of Mastermind.com alongside legendary Tony Robbins. Tuning in you'll Rory share his top three takeaways from their conversation, includ...

Many of our clients here at Brand Builders Group are what we call Mission Driven Messengers. They have dedicated their lives to making an impact, and are committed to helping people by serving their followers and clients to the best of their abilities. Yet time and again we see them struggle to reconcile their humility with the sales element of their personal brand. Our guest today is no stranger...

It takes a lot of courage to make yourself vulnerable, but what exactly does that mean, and how does one do it? According to Kathryn Gordon, the practical answer is: to share what you are feeling. This may sound like simple advice, but it can be tough to follow. After all, when you share your innermost thoughts, you run the risk of being ridiculed, rejected, or even causing harm. And in no relatio...

Despite our focus on personal brands and business here on th is podcast, we know that relationships, family, and marriages are a huge part of a healthy life, and deserve just as much attention as anything else. On the show today , to share some of her wisdom about building and maintaining healthier bonds with a spouse, is the amazing Kathryn Gordon! Kathryn is a good friend of ours and is truly in...

You may think that giving presentations is reserved for a select set of career choices, such as keynote speakers or press secretaries. But in fact, there are a wide range of scenarios that require us to call upon our presentation skills. Whether you're giv ing a speech at a wedding, or you need to lead training at work, you'll need to draw on your public speaking skills to share information and ke...

Your career does not define you and there are countless facets to your life that make you who you are. Our guest today is an incredible, multi-talented individual, who is dedicated to helping people find their truth. Stephanie Szostak is an accomplished Hollywood actress, activist, creator, and so much more. She is the founder of Our Boobs Stories, a project that gives women the opportunity to sha...

Almost all of us can benefit from reading people better, especially their body language. In today's episode, Rory revisits his conversation with Vanessa Edwards, a celebrated author, keynote speaker, and an expert in the science of people who has helped t housands of individuals learn crucial interpersonal skills and become charismatic speakers. Rory shares his top takeaways from the conversation...

Being an entrepreneur and launching a new business is a daunting task and having a brilliant idea is only the beginning. Your soft skills and leadership qualities play a huge role in the future success of your business, especially since you need to build meaningful connections and a robust network if you want your business to grow and thrive. Here today to help us make sense of this essential topi...

In today's episode, AJ revisits her conversation with Mollie Marcoux Samaan, Commissioner of the Ladies Professional Golf Association (LPGA). She shares her top three takeaways from their conversation and reflects on some of Mollie ' s most prescient insights into personal branding and how it is changing the way that people engage with sports. AJ highlights Mollie ' s insight that we all form part...

Sometimes building a personal brand is easier to do when you ' re doing it for a cause that ' s bigger than yourself. Our guest today, Mollie Marcoux Samaan, Commissioner of the Ladies Professional Golf Association (LPGA), is on a mission to do just that. She is a fierce admirer of the women who form a part of her organization and firmly believes that more people should know about their stories as...

In today's special recap episode, Rory revisits his conversation with R a y Higdon, where they discussed sales, personal branding, network marketing, and leadership. Tuning in, you'll hear Rory's top three takeaways from their conversation, as well as his un ique reflections and insights. Rory unpacks the importance of being duplicatable, not just with network marketing, but also with your persona...

When it comes to network marketing, there ' s no single tried and true method that you need to follow. Whether you ' re leveraging social media or doing cold calls, each strategy has its merits. Today on the show we talk with Ray Higdon, founder of Rank Makers, an elite network of marketing entrepreneurs, about network marketing, personal branding, and sales. In our conversation, we discuss the na...

Do you ever look at someone on TV, whether they ' re a presenter or a news anchor, and wonder how they got there? In today ' s recap episode AJ revisits her interview with Emmy and Gracie award-winning broadcaster, Lindsay Czarniak, and shares her top three takeaways from their conversation. AJ reflects on the importance of building sincere, caring relationships, what to do if you ' re shy in fron...

You never know how your current job could be preparing you for your next opportunity, which is why it ' s so important to learn everything you can from your present position. Today on the show we get together with Lindsay Czarniak, an Emmy and Gracie Award-Winning Broadcaster, to talk about her career, breaking through the noise, and what she ' s learned from competing in such a male-dominated fie...

For many entrepreneurs, one of the biggest challenges is getting their message out there. Not only is it difficult to stand out in a competitive market, but you also need the self-confidence and conviction to do so. Today on the show, Rory shares a recap of his conversation with Brand Builders Group CEO, AJ Vaden, where they discussed Brand Builders Group's new free training on How to Double Your...

Being an expert at anything requires time and practice. Yet , as entrepreneurs and solopreneurs , we so often try to fill every role ourselves, leaving virtually no time to spend doing the thing s we are actually good at ! In today ' s episode, we turn the mic on our very own AJ Vaden, CEO of Brand Builders Group, to discover how she got to where she is today and the important lessons she has lear...

One of the best things you can do to build a successful personal brand is to be authentic. In today's episode, AJ shares her top three takeaways from her conversation with Natasha Stoneking about how she organically built and monetized her personal brand. Hear why consistency is key to long-term success and building relationships, and how Natasha has done this with her brand. AJ also unpacks the v...

Building your online following is one thing, but finding ways to monetize it is an entirely different challenge. On the show today we get together with Natasha Stoneking , who has built an incredible online following and managed to monetize her personal brand in unique and brilliant ways. Natasha first started her blog over 10 years ago when she was working as a corporate marketing manager and nee...

The story you tell yourself about your life has the power to shape your mindset and determine your future. In today ' s recap episode , Rory revisits his conversation with Ed Mylett where they talk about his new book , The Power of One More , and shares his top three takeaways from their conversation . Learn about the message of the book, why mindset is integral to success, and why everyone should...

Finding the balance between humility and confidence isn ' t always easy, but it ' s a worthwhile pursuit that will change your outlook and what you believe is possible. Our guest today consistently strives to find this balance in all aspects of his life, whether he ' s deferring to social media experts or stepping into his giftedness as an entrepreneur. Ed Mylett is a Peak Performance Expert, Glob...

In today ' s special recap episode, AJ revisits her conversation with Cary Jack, Founder of The Happy Hustle and CaryJack.com. Tuning in you ' ll hear AJ ' s top three takeaways from their conversation. She reflects on why you only need one set of life-changing content to build your business and how Cary did such a fantastic job of clarifying his message and reaching his audience through multiple...