Influence - Personal Branding For Founders

Dayal Punjabi
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Influence - Personal Branding for Founders is a high-impact, value-only, no-BS podcast for solopreneuers, entrepreneurs, creators, founders, investors, coaches or anyone who wants to build their online presence with impact. Each episode solves one problem at a time, with practical, doable insights on becoming a Thought Leader, Content Strategy, building Trust & Optimising your profile with proven strategies & templates. The point? INFLUENCE slips right through the jargon for you. Your host is a seasoned Personal Branding & Thought Leadership expert that helps you create: INFLUENCE.

  1. FEB 8

    How AI Is Reorganizing Personal Branding for Founders and CEOs (Why Authority Beats Virality)

    In this episode of Influence – Personal Branding for Founders, Dayal Punjabi breaks down a fundamental shift most founders and CEOs haven’t noticed yet: AI is reorganizing how personal brands are discovered, trusted, and remembered. As buyers, investors, and partners increasingly turn to tools like ChatGPT, Perplexity, and AI-powered search to decide who’s credible, personal branding is no longer just about visibility or engagement. It’s about machine-readable authority. Dayal explains why traditional personal branding advice; posting more, chasing reach, optimizing for likes falls short in an AI-first world. He shares how AI systems evaluate clarity, consistency, and domain association, and why founders who show how they think, not just what they think, are the ones who get surfaced. In this episode, you’ll learn: Why AI rewards clarity over popularity in personal branding How consistent worldviews beat viral content Why founders have an edge over strategists in AI-led discovery What “machine-readable authority” actually means for CEOs How to reposition your personal brand for AI-first search and recall This episode is essential for founders, CEOs, operators, and business leaders who want their thinking to compound over time, without performing for algorithms or chasing trends. If you’re building something serious and want your personal brand to stay relevant in an AI-led world, this conversation matters. Want more no-fluff insights on founder-led personal branding?Follow Dayal Punjabi on LinkedIn.

    5 min
  2. Measuring Impact & ROI on Personal Branding in B2B

    11/19/2025

    Measuring Impact & ROI on Personal Branding in B2B

    How can you effectively measure the impact of your personal brand? Join Abhishek Jha and I as we navigate the best practices to take your personal branding journey to the next level. Abhishek is the Sr. Measurement & Analytics Partner APAC at LinkedIn. He helps LinkedIn's Large Customers in APAC Develop Measurement Frameworks and Strategy for B2B Marketing. Before that, he was the Senior Analyst at Target, handled channel partners and direct sales in 40+ countries for Quick Heal as their Product Marketing Manager for SaaS, served as the Head Of Product Marketing for SaaS at ValueFirst Digital Media, and was the Business Head at Neuronme. Abhishek will take you through the most effective ways for B2B leaders to measure the impact and ROI in your Personal Branding growth.

    44 min
  3. How to Stop Performing and Start Attracting Your Ideal Clients as a Personal Brand?

    10/19/2025

    How to Stop Performing and Start Attracting Your Ideal Clients as a Personal Brand?

    In this episode of Influence - Personal Branding for Founders, Dayal shares a game-changing insight that transforms how founders approach personal branding: you don't create a brand, you are the brand. He breaks down why most founders waste time crafting perfect messaging and polished content when the real brand lives in their patterns, decisions, and unfiltered voice. Through a powerful client story, you'll learn how authenticity beats perfection every time, and why clarity—not volume—is what actually cuts through the noise. Dayal shares a practical exercise to identify where your true brand already lives in your content and how to amplify it instead of hiding behind curation. This episode is essential for founders, entrepreneurs, business leaders, and thought leaders who are tired of performing and ready to own their truth. You'll walk away understanding that your personal brand isn't something you build, it's something you reveal. Want more no-fluff ideas? Follow him on LinkedIn.

    4 min
  4. The Truth About Personal Branding - How to Build A Real, Impactful Personal Brand?

    10/13/2025

    The Truth About Personal Branding - How to Build A Real, Impactful Personal Brand?

    In this episode of Influence - Personal Branding for Founders, Dayal cuts through the noise and reveals what it truly takes to build a successful personal brand, and why most people are getting it completely wrong. He breaks down the critical difference between personal branding and social media tactics, explaining how great personal brands are built from the inside out, not through viral hacks and content playbooks. You'll learn the 6 key principles that separate authentic thought leaders from those just chasing algorithms: starting with your "why," engineering social proof strategically, mixing broad and niche audiences, and why consistency and curiosity trump growth hacks every time. Dayal shares actionable steps you can implement this week to map your objectives, audit your strengths, and identify credibility milestones that actually build lasting influence. This episode is essential for founders, entrepreneurs, business leaders, and anyone serious about building a personal brand that's as strong offline as it is on LinkedIn. Want more no-fluff ideas? Follow him on LinkedIn.

    5 min
  5. How To Tell Your Story: 3 Storytelling Frameworks for Leaders

    09/29/2025

    How To Tell Your Story: 3 Storytelling Frameworks for Leaders

    In this episode of Influence - Personal Branding for Founders, Dayal Punjabi breaks down 3 essential storytelling frameworks every CEO and founder must master to communicate with clarity, inspire action, and lead effectively. Regardless of your industry or experience level, strategic storytelling is a skill that can elevate your personal brand and strengthen your leadership impact. Dayal unpacks frameworks like the STARR method, ABT, and the classic 3-Act Structure, making each actionable with practical tips you can apply right away. Whether you’re pitching investors, motivating teams, or sharing your vision, this episode gives you the tools to tell your story with purpose and power. For more insights on personal branding and storytelling mastery, connect with Dayal on his LinkedIn profile.

    4 min
  6. How To Create Case-Studies To Attract The Right Customers

    09/24/2025

    How To Create Case-Studies To Attract The Right Customers

    In this episode of Influence – Personal Branding for Founders, Dayal dives into why case studies are the ultimate "proof in the pudding" for founders and personal brands looking to attract the right customers. Dispelling the myth that case studies must be long, complex reports, he reveals how short, post-based stories shared directly on LinkedIn or your favorite platform work best in today’s attention economy. Dayal breaks down a foolproof case study framework: from clearly defining the client’s challenge, explaining the solution, to quantifying impact using hard numbers like revenue growth and KPIs. He emphasizes the importance of adding personality and context with real quotes and anecdotes to create relatability and authenticity, proving that vulnerability builds trust. The episode also covers how to optimize case studies for quick skimming using bold headers, emojis, and bullet points, plus crafting compelling calls to action aligned with your personal brand goals. With a real example illustrating the technique, this episode offers actionable guidance for turning your wins into punchy case studies that build credibility, influence, and conversions. If you want practical strategies to turn your success stories into marketing gold and boost your personal brand, this episode delivers exactly what you need: no fluff, just proven tactics. Follow Dayal for more personal branding insights.

    3 min
  7. Measuring Personal Brand Success: Data-Driven Strategies for Leaders

    09/18/2025

    Measuring Personal Brand Success: Data-Driven Strategies for Leaders

    In this episode of Influence – Personal Branding for Founders, Dayal cuts through the noise to reveal how high-level founders and business leaders can precisely measure the impact of their personal brand using data-driven insights and personal branding metrics. He disrupts the myth that follower counts and likes are enough, instead showing how to align brand activity with meaningful key performance indicators (KPIs), from lead quality, conversion rates, to brand reputation tracking and sentiment analysis. Dayal breaks down three actionable steps to gather and analyze the right data without overwhelm, using tools like LinkedIn analytics, Google Analytics, and brand monitoring software. Through real-world examples, he explains how this data can unlock deeper insights, amplify professional influence, and fuel tangible business growth. If you want to master personal brand ROI and track results that truly move the needle, this episode delivers a no-fluff, practical blueprint for data-driven personal branding success. Follow him here for more.

    3 min
  8. The Exact Formula for Thought Leadership Content That Converts and Influences

    09/17/2025

    The Exact Formula for Thought Leadership Content That Converts and Influences

    In this episode of Influence – Personal Branding for Founders, Dayal takes a direct, no-fluff approach to creating thought leadership content that truly moves the needle for founders and business leaders. He disrupts the myth that thought leadership is about volume and opinions, showing instead how to craft precise, purposeful content that solves critical audience problems with clarity and authority. Dayal breaks down three actionable steps to produce content that builds trust, opens doors, and positions you as the go-to expert. From identifying the one key challenge your clients face to delivering bite-sized insights backed by data and ending with practical takeaways, he reveals how to shift from noise to influence. If you want thought leadership content that delivers real results: fast, focused, and future-proof; this episode cuts through the fluff and gives you a clear blueprint to follow. Follow Dayal here.

    3 min
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Influence - Personal Branding for Founders is a high-impact, value-only, no-BS podcast for solopreneuers, entrepreneurs, creators, founders, investors, coaches or anyone who wants to build their online presence with impact. Each episode solves one problem at a time, with practical, doable insights on becoming a Thought Leader, Content Strategy, building Trust & Optimising your profile with proven strategies & templates. The point? INFLUENCE slips right through the jargon for you. Your host is a seasoned Personal Branding & Thought Leadership expert that helps you create: INFLUENCE.

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