In this inspiring episode, we take a journey with Miljana, a driven entrepreneur from Serbia. From battling autoimmune disorders to becoming a top voice on LinkedIn, she shares her story of resilience and personal growth. Discover how adversity can be a stepping stone to success and how Miljana is using her unique background to empower CEOs and founders through authentic personal branding. Join us as we explore her path, her vision for the future, and the power of belief in one’s journey.
Our Guest
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/miljana-nikodijevic
Website: liinks.co/the.silver.spear (Portfolio)
Hacks to take away:
- Habits and Consistency Are Key: Developing the habit of consistently posting authentic content on platforms like LinkedIn is crucial for building a personal brand. Overcoming initial fears and self-doubt is necessary, and one should focus on sharing authentic stories related to solving specific problems.
- Implement What You Learn: Simply buying courses or gaining knowledge is not enough. Implementing what you learn is vital. Many people invest in courses but fail to take action, resulting in no progress.
- Set Clear Goals: To succeed in building a personal brand, it’s important to set clear goals. Understanding your target audience and your long-term objectives is crucial. This clarity helps guide your efforts effectively.
- Invest in Yourself: Building a personal brand is an investment in yourself that pays off in the long run. It can outlast specific job roles or businesses. It’s about creating social capital that you can take with you throughout your career.
- Authenticity and Finding Your Angle: Being authentic is key to success. While being yourself is important, finding a unique angle or perspective to your storytelling can make your content stand out. It’s not about pretending to have more experience than you do but rather crafting stories that resonate with your audience.
Junaid Ahmed has been a user experience designer for over 15 years. As a UX professional, he uses the user-centered design philosophy to come up with solutions. Trust the system, it works!
“People say that we only live once, but I believe in living every day!”
Junaid has been interviewing people from all walks of life on his podcast Hacks and Hobbies.
