When I served as a nonprofit executive director, I read Denise Brosseau’s book, ‘Ready To Be a Thought Leader?’ It taught me everything I needed to know to step into thought leadership, and start creating a ripple effect in my community.
In this episode, we come full circle! I am joined by Denise Brosseau, CEO, Keynote Speaker, Thought Leadership Strategist, Author, Executive Coach, and LinkedIn Learning Instructor.
“Thought leadership is not just about being known. It’s about being known for making a difference.” - Denise Brosseau
We discussed:
[02:34] Why Denise became a thought leader on thought leadership
[05:40] How to create your own influential platforms to attract the right investors
[08:49] Why thought leadership can be challenging (hint: it’s a marathon, not a sprint)
[10:54] What’s thought leadership vs. personal branding
[13:20] How to not burnout while pursuing your big vision
[22:30] Getting over the itty bitty shitty committee
[27:31] Can there be more than one thought leader in an organization?
[29:58] Thought leadership ideas for those who don’t love writing
[32:41] Denise’s big vision for the world
To read a full transcript of the episode, visit: LUMOS MARKETING
Resources from this episode:
Discover 10 ways to make a difference as a thought leader at Denise Brosseau’s website: https://thoughtleadershiplab.com/
Get the Firestarter Weekly Email: Join 1,500+ changemakers who read my Wednesday recap on what's working (or worth inquiring into) to build your thought leadership brand and social impact business on LinkedIn.
Other Campfire Circle podcast episodes I recommend:
Episode 50: Q&A: Thought Leadership on LinkedIn – Celebrating 50 Episodes!
Episode 37: Dismantling Imposter Syndrome to Build New Thoughts as a Thought Leader
Episode 14: Four Questions to Build your Thought Leadership Brand
Connect with Denise Brosseau:
LinkedIn: Denise Brosseau
Website: thoughtleadershiplab.com
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Connect with Tania Bhattacharyya:
LinkedIn: Tania Bhattacharyya
Instagram: @taniabhat
Website: lumosmarketing.co
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