Have you ever met someone who explains complex ideas so clearly that it feels like a lightbulb turns on in your brain?

That’s how I feel about my friend Rory Vaden. And I’m not just saying that because we’re friends—I’ve actually paid him to consult on my brand messaging.

So when it came time to host my mastermind for seven-figure founders scaling to eight figures, Rory was the first person I invited to speak.

In this episode, I’m sharing the powerful conversation he led about personal branding—and the insights were so good I knew I had to bring them to you.

Because here’s the truth: personal branding isn’t about your logo, colors, or Instagram aesthetic.

It’s much deeper than that.

Rory explains that a personal brand is simply the digitization of your reputation—what people think of when they think of you.

And whether you like it or not… you already have one.

The question is: Are you shaping it intentionally?

In this conversation, Rory breaks down:

Why most personal brands fail
The biggest mistake entrepreneurs make when building visibility
Why reputation always precedes revenue
How to position yourself in the top 1% of your industry

Plus, we wrap the session with a Q&A from the mastermind members that expands the conversation even further.

If you're building a business and want a brand that earns trust, stands out, and drives real growth… this episode is a must-listen.

Click play to hear all of this and:

[00:00] Why Rory Vaden Is One of the Most Trusted Voices in Personal Branding

[02:54] The True Definition of a Brand: What People Think When They Think of You

[10:00] The Three Topics That Determine Whether a Personal Brand Succeeds or Fails

[13:17] Personal Branding Explained: The Digitization of Your Reputation

[28:07] Sheehan’s Wall: Why Most Personal Brands Never Break Through

[33:53] Diluted Focus = Diluted Results (The Biggest Mistake Entrepreneurs Make)

[45:56] The One-Word Problem Every Personal Brand Must Solve

[59:43] Why Your Personal Brand Should Start With Who You Serve (Not Your Why)

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Connect With Rory Vaden:

If you’d like to connect further with Rory and his team, visit freebrandcall.com/jasminestar to sign up for a free call. You can also follow Rory on Instagram at @roryvaden and @brandbuildersgroup.

For full show notes, visit jasminestar.com/podcast/episode629

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