So many of us find ourselves in a moment of pause right now. Things may be starting to open back up, which means now is the perfect time to for a personal brand refresh. Make sure that you assess your personal brand and invest time and energy into your business. Polish your personal brand and bring it to the next level.
Here’s a step-by-step checklist for refreshing your personal brand while we continue to social distance.
1. Assess where you brand is currently
Take an honest look at your brand and your business. Account for your website, your social media platforms, your current clients, your brand design, your brand story, and your brand photos. Take note of what you’re happy with, what needs more attention, and what could make your persona stronger.
2. Set new goals
Take a moment to visualize where you’d like to be one, five, even ten years from now. What does your brand look like? What does it feel like? Who are your loyal customers? What does a typical day in your life look like? Are there any systems that you need to create or implement for your business and brand? Don’t be afraid to dream big – then, set short and long-term goals to reach them.
3. Fine-tune your brand story
Get a piece of paper and a pencil (old-school, but my fav!) and brainstorm about your brand story. Think about what makes you unique, what skills you have to offer, what problems you can solve, how your ideal client feels, and words that describe you. Then, write it all down, putting your ideal client front and center in your brand story. The more specific, the better!
4. Update your brand visuals
Once you’ve written your brand story, the next step is implementing it. From your website to your logo to your brand colors, make sure every aspect of your branding does its part in telling your story. If needed, find a freelancer or an agency to help you update your website and other visuals.
5. Take some new photos
You should be at the very center of your personal brand. Your unique skills, talents, strengths, and interests are what set your brand apart from the rest. Set up an at-home personal branding photoshoot to put your best face forward and help people get to know the real you. Keep your brand story, colors, and visuals in mind as you prepare.
While you are working on your personal brand refresh, remember, no matter where your brand stands right now, all it takes are a few thoughtful changes to get it where you’d like it to be. As long as you’re willing to work hard, be authentic, and find the right people to help you out, you’ll be able to craft a memorable, successful personal brand.
And as always, if you need some new images of yourself, your products or know of any other way I can be of assistance, please let me know! I would love to help you out in any way that I can 🙂
This is the third blog post in a series I’m writing about Personal Branding during COVID-19. Below are links to the others:
Personal Branding During Times of Crisis: Dos and Don’ts
3 Reasons Your Personal Brand Matters Now More Than ever
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