Techniques For Writing Genuine Brand Narratives

✨ Let’s be honest, most “personal brands” on social media feel like a Canva template with a pulse.✨ Same quotes. Same vibe. Same safe, polished tone that could’ve been written by anyone. But here’s the thing: people don’t connect with perfection. They connect with presence, the kind that’s honest, a little messy, and unmistakably you. When I first started showing up online, I thought I had to be polished to be taken seriously. I played it safe. I wrote what I thought people wanted to hear. And it flopped. It wasn’t until I started sharing real stories, the highs, the heartbreaks, the humor, the hard truths, that things shifted. That’s when people leaned in. That’s when they started saying, “This made me feel seen.” That’s when the right opportunities started showing up. If you’re trying to build a personal brand that actually moves people (and attracts the right ones), here’s what works: 1. Own your essence. Your story, your tone, your perspective, that’s the brand. The goal isn’t to sound like everyone else. It’s to sound like you, unapologetically. 2. Pick your platform and commit. You don’t need to be everywhere. Just show up consistently where your people are. And remember: visibility without intentionality is just noise. 3. Rotate your content like a pro. Educate. Share personal stories. Inspire. Be relatable. People should leave your posts feeling something, not just scrolling past it. 4. Engage like a real person. Reply to comments. Comment on others’ content with more than “great post.” Build community, not just content. 5. Share the real, not just the highlight reel. Your behind-the-scenes process? That messy middle? That’s what people relate to. And it builds more trust than a polished PR version ever could. 6. Watch what resonates, and refine. Look at what your audience leans into. Pay attention to the messages that get saved, shared, and DMed. Then do more of that. Because at the end of the day, your personal brand isn’t something you fabricate. It’s something you reveal. And when you do it with heart, honesty, and consistency, you don’t just attract an audience. You build a reputation. What’s one strategy that’s helped you show up more authentically online? I’m sharing mine, now you share yours. #PersonalBranding #AuthenticMarketing #ContentWithHeart #DigitalPresence #LinkedInTips 

Below is a screenshot of my intro from two years ago — and how it is now. Nothing changed. I still use the same simple approach: draw readers in with something they already face or know to be true. I've stuck to this because it works—even better now than before. Why? Because the problem has never been content volume like we've been led to believe. It's content authenticity. While everyone's drowning in AI-generated fluff, real problems still need real solutions. I learned this at Trengo two years ago: 💡Write like a support agent, not an SEO junky. (cheers to Pim de Vos) Not because support agents are better writers, but because they answer real questions in real time. Questions that actually keep customers up at night. Think about it: A support agent would never write "In today's fast-paced digital landscape..." They'd write exactly what you need to hear: ➡️ ”Here's how to fix that sync issue you're having.” ➡️ ”Try disconnecting your calendar first.” This approach made perfect sense for a customer engagement platform. After all, if you can't engage customers in your content, how can you claim to help others do it? Take that inbox clutter article for Trengo: ❌ Instead of "optimizing workplace communication efficiency" ✅ I wrote about why that "121 unread emails" notification is driving you crazy. ❌ Instead of "leveraging enterprise solutions" ✅ I talked about why you're still clearing your inbox at 9 PM on a Friday. When you write how people think and speak, they actually listen. And that’s where so many brands are getting it wrong. The gap between how we write and how we actually help people isn’t just staggering. It’s costing us: 🚫 Trust 🚫 Customers 🚫 Growth In a world flooded with generic content, authenticity is a competitive advantage.

The biggest mistake you're making in building your brand is hiding your story. One of the most critical steps to building your brand and the one many people get wrong - is taking complete and total ownership of your story. One of the first steps I have my clients take when they develop their brand is to write their story. When they share it with me, they are vulnerable and yet, often hide the most compelling parts of their stories from others. It’s tempting to hide parts of your story out of fear or shame, but the truth is, when we embrace every part of who we are, we unlock a sense of unshakeable confidence. Owning your story doesn’t mean sharing every detail or airing your dirty laundry. You don't have to share your darkest secrets to own your story. It’s about achieving 100% self-acceptance. When you do that, no one can use your story to shame you. Your self-acceptance is what will allow you to show up authentically, connect deeply, and build a brand that resonates with others. Storytelling creates a connection. People want to work with, do business with, and give opportunities to those they know, like, and trust. And by the way, it's not your achievements that make you relatable and likablele, it's your vulnerability. Here are a few tips for owning your story: ✅ Write It Down - Spend time reflecting and writing your story. Think about your experiences, challenges, and triumphs. Putting it on paper helps you process and identify the parts that matter most. ✅ Know Your Why - Consider why you’re sharing your story. Is it to inspire others, build trust, or show your expertise? Knowing your purpose will guide how you tell it. ✅ Identify Key Themes - What are the most important parts of your story that align with your personal brand? Focus on key elements and ensure they reflect the values you want to convey. ✅ Practice Telling It - Practice sharing your story in different contexts. The way you share with a potential client may differ from how you’d share at a networking event. Tailor it to your audience but always keep it real! ✅ Embrace Vulnerability Without Oversharing - You don’t need to disclose everything. Share enough to connect and build trust, but maintain boundaries that protect your comfort and privacy. The Latina LinkedIn Incubator I have been facilitating for the last 4 months has been working on sharing their stories and WOW, witnessing transformation in progress is powerful! When you fully own your story, you’re no longer just telling it - you’re living it with pride and purpose. Your story is waiting to inspire others. Will you own it?