Bryan Wish
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Introduction
Are you struggling to rise above the noise in a world saturated with content and competition? In this episode of the Entrepreneur Ethos podcast, Jarie Bolander sits with Bryan Wish, the founder of Arcbound, to discuss the critical importance of building a personal brand in today's digital age. Bryan shares his inspiring journey from a young writer to a successful entrepreneur dedicated to helping others tell their stories authentically.
You'll hear about the challenges Bryan faced, including nearly running out of money and learning to listen to his intuition, and how these experiences shaped his approach to personal branding. This episode offers valuable insights into why trust and authenticity are more important than ever, especially for business leaders and entrepreneurs looking to make a meaningful impact.
Tune in to discover actionable advice on developing a brand that resonates, creating impactful content, and navigating the complexities of personal and professional growth. Don't miss Bryan's unique perspective on the future of marketing and how you can stay ahead of the curve. Listen now to learn how to build a brand that stands out and truly connects with your audience.
Timestamps
00:00 | Introduction: The Importance of Trust in Personal Branding
00:48 | Bryan Wish Welcomed to the Entrepreneur Ethos Podcast
01:15 | Unconventional Friendship: How Bryan and Jarie Met
02:29 | The Evolving Role of Founder Brands and Thought Leadership
03:53 | Bryan Wish's Journey: From Early Writing to Founding Arcbound
06:31 | Career Lessons from the Sports Industry
08:11 | Building Wish Dish: A Platform for Authentic Storytelling
10:32 | Key Learnings from Working with an Investment Fund
13:05 | Managing Multiple Vendors in Personal Branding
15:07 | Finding Purpose and Aligning Professional Goals
18:22 | Personal and Professional Development Advice for Young Professionals
21:09 | Curiosity, Empathy, and the Art of Asking Good Questions
23:01 | Jarie Bolander's Journey: Learning to Listen and Ask for Help
25:40 | Bryan Wish's Personal Growth and the Impact of Mentorship
29:40 | Overcoming Financial and Operational Challenges at Arcbound
33:00 | The Importance of Thoughtful Growth in Business
37:04 | Future Goals for Arcbound: Scalable and Efficient Service Infrastructure
39:09 | Disrupting the Speaking and Publishing Industries
42:41 | The Emotional Component of Personal Branding and Client Relationships
44:34 | Conclusion: Building Trust and Authentic Connections in Business
Key Topics
In this episode of "The Entrepreneur Ethos" with guest Bryan Wish, the following topics were covered:
Importance of Trust in Personal Branding
- Building trust as a cornerstone of successful personal branding
- The role of authenticity in establishing trust with your audience
Bryan Wish's Entrepreneurial Journey
- Transition from early writing to founding Arcbound
- Key career lessons learned from the sports industry
- The creation and impact of Wish Dish, a storytelling platform
Evolving Role of Founder Brands and Thought Leadership
- The increasing importance of founder brands in today’s market
- How thought leadership can elevate personal and business success
Managing Personal Branding Challenges
- Strategies for managing multiple vendors in personal branding
- Overcoming financial and operational hurdles in business growth
Personal and Professional Development
- Advice for young professionals on aligning purpose and professional goals
- The significance of curiosity, empathy, and asking insightful questions
Impact of Mentorship on Personal Growth
- Bryan Wish's personal growth through mentorship
- The benefits of having a mentor and its impact on career development
Future Goals and Industry Disruption
- Arcbound's vision for scalable and efficient service infrastructure
- Plans to disrupt the speaking and publishing industries
Emotional Component of Personal Branding
- Addressing the emotional aspects of personal branding
- Building long-term client relationships through authenticity
Links
Bryan Wish on LinkedIn
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