Show Notes
Most people think branding is just for companies — but your personal brand is your biggest professional asset. In this episode, Dr. Linda reveals how letting go of her brand after NASA nearly cost her career momentum, and what rebuilding taught her about visibility, humility, and leadership.
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TIMESTAMPS
00:00 – The biggest professional mistake I ever made 00:35 – How I lost my personal brand after leaving NASA 01:05 – Why personal branding matters at every stage of your career 02:00 – How to promote yourself without feeling fake 03:00 – The danger of being “insipid” online 04:15 – Building thought leadership through authentic content 05:10 – The role of community in your professional growth 06:00 – Final message: Rebuild your brand — and own your story
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