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Unfiltered stories, actionable advice and inspirational blogs that challenge the norm and help you rewrite your story.

Your Personal Brand: Don't Let Someone Define It for You Jun 25, 2025

Author: Margaret Osborn

The hard truth is that if you don’t define your personal brand, the world will do it for you.

You don’t need a fancy website, a logo or a perfectly curated Instagram grid to start building your brand. What you do need is clarity, courage and a little bit of grit.

This is about owning your story, your strengths and the space you take up in the world. Not trying to be an social media influencer.

Here’s how to start building your personal brand—on your own terms:

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A Rallying Cry for Women Done Playing Small Jun 02, 2025

Author: Margaret Osborn

For too long, you’ve been told to tone it down. To smile more. To not rock the boat.

You’ve twisted yourself into versions of who you thought you had to be at work, at home, in every room —just to keep the peace.

But what if the very voice you’ve been muting is the voice that could change everything?

This is your wake-up call. Your permission slip to speak up.

Because you’re meant to be heard in meetings, in relationships and in every room you enter.

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