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The road to becoming a thought leader with Carol Cox of Speaking Your Brand

I’m continuing to explore authenticity in brands and ethical business practices, as well as examining my own role as a thought leader. To help me (and you) get a better idea of what this might actually look like, today’s episode is a conversation with Carol Cox, founder of Speaking Your Brand. She previously appeared on Episode 4 of the Scaling Deep Podcast - check out Improve audience engagement by leading with who you are with Carol Cox.

This conversation is pretty wide-ranging and we cover a lot, as we try to unpick not only what being a thought leader actually entails, but also how it can help you to move forward in your business. In the next episode, I’ll be sharing how I’m developing my own brand as a thought leader.

Carol Cox is the founder and CEO of Speaking Your Brand and a sought-after presenter and trainer on public speaking, business storytelling, and women's leadership. COVID has led her to pivot her business’ mission in order to amplify women's voices and develop more women thought leaders and prominent speakers, with bold messages, well-crafted signature talks, and visibility plans to attract the right opportunities.  

What You’ll Learn From This Episode:

  • What is thought leadership? - Carol’s definition and some examples of real-world thought leaders.
  • Carol’s V.O.I.C.E. framework and the five elements which you need to communicate your thought leadership brand.
  • How tapping into your emotions and sharing personal perspectives at the right time can help you to communicate your unique viewpoint.
  • Thought leadership, mission and a bold message - are they the same and do you need all three?
  • The difference between business marketing experts, influencers and thought leaders.
  • How recognising your niche can help you develop your thought leadership brand.
  • Details of Carol’s Thought Leader Academy program.
  • Help this podcast! Share this episode with one of your business associates and rate and review the Scaling Deep podcast wherever you’re listening now

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