Book overview
Goldie Chan, dubbed "the Oprah of LinkedIn" by the Huffington Post, shows introverts how to leverage their unique strengths to get ahead
"Goldie Chan has long been one of the most authentic and creative voices in personal branding. If you're an introvert like me, this refreshingly candid, actionable book will help you feel comfortable standing out by being yourself." ―Dorie Clark, Wall Street Journal bestselling author of The Long Game
Winner of an Axiom Business Book Award
To build a career, you need a personal brand to showcase your distinct skills, experience, and expertise. Building that brand can feel daunting--particularly for introverts. Conventional wisdom holds that introverts should fake extroversion in order to succeed, advice that can be terrifying for anyone who finds social interaction exhausting. Personal branding expert and introvert Goldie Chan says it doesn't have to be this way.
Chan empowers introverts to create memorable and recognizable personal brands without feeling the pressure to become someone else. With examples from everyday introverts to introvert celebrities like Taylor Swift and LeVar Burton, Chan shows how introversion can be a superpower when building a personal brand. She shares strategies for goal setting, navigating in-person networking events, building online and offline communities, partnering effectively with extroverts, and sustaining energy for the long run.
This book is essential reading for any introvert looking to level up a career or community without sacrificing authenticity.
"Goldie Chan has long been one of the most authentic and creative voices in personal branding. If you're an introvert like me, this refreshingly candid, actionable book will help you feel comfortable standing out by being yourself." ―Dorie Clark, Wall Street Journal bestselling author of The Long Game
Winner of an Axiom Business Book Award
To build a career, you need a personal brand to showcase your distinct skills, experience, and expertise. Building that brand can feel daunting--particularly for introverts. Conventional wisdom holds that introverts should fake extroversion in order to succeed, advice that can be terrifying for anyone who finds social interaction exhausting. Personal branding expert and introvert Goldie Chan says it doesn't have to be this way.
Chan empowers introverts to create memorable and recognizable personal brands without feeling the pressure to become someone else. With examples from everyday introverts to introvert celebrities like Taylor Swift and LeVar Burton, Chan shows how introversion can be a superpower when building a personal brand. She shares strategies for goal setting, navigating in-person networking events, building online and offline communities, partnering effectively with extroverts, and sustaining energy for the long run.
This book is essential reading for any introvert looking to level up a career or community without sacrificing authenticity.