Who are You?

Have you ever wondered how you look like from the public's lens?

Our personalities, our behaviors and our character contribute a big chunk to how we are viewed. These aspects are what gives us our reputation. They define what and who we are today and have an impact of our visibility in the future. These aspects when combined have a name- Personal Brand.

Professional and life coaches emphasize that it is our sole responsibility to craft and develop our personal brand. We have to be intentional and deliberate about it, as that is what tells our story. It is what makes people connect with us. It is what determines the kind of impact we create at a personal or societal level. It is what will propel you from "Who are you?" to "Great to see you!". It will transform all the question marks about you, into exclamation marks!

So what are the components of a personal brand?

• Bold; This is the combination of confidence and courage to show case who we truly are. It is allowing ourselves to push back the self limiting doubts and fearlessly express our beliefs and values, and live by them.
• Real: Not a limitation or artificial. This is where our authenticity as a person comes to play. What do we have that is rare and true? Being authentic makes it easy for you to display and live up to your personal brand.
• Aspiration: A worthy personal brand has a drive to it. As an individual, you must posses a strong ambition towards achieving something. It helps us craft ways of doing things. It also gives you a sense of purpose.
• Nobel: Displaying high morals and principles that people admire. Being known to be firm on integrity and carrying oneself honorably.
• Decisiveness: This is being firm and committed to own pursuit of how you want to be perceived. It is taking charge of ones own life.

Building a personal brand may be deemed as a daunting task, however, when one decides to be intentional about it and is consistent to its course, the efforts bear fruits. The results may not be immediate, but when they come, They anchor success and makes you stand out!