Produced By

Tomas Loucky

Produced By is the podcast for creators, founders and professionals who are serious about showing up online. Each Monday, you’ll hear honest conversations with people growing their audience, building their brand and figuring it out in public. Smart questions, real stories and no fluff. Just practical lessons, creative insight and a reminder that none of us have it all figured out, and that’s what makes it worth listening.

  1. Selling Without the Ick: How to Help Instead of Convince | 145: Dean Seddon

    3D AGO

    Selling Without the Ick: How to Help Instead of Convince | 145: Dean Seddon

    This episode with Dean Seddon was recorded using Riverside. If you want studio quality audio and video for remote podcasts or interviews, this is the platform I use to record Produced By: Try it here: https://creators.riverside.com/TomasLoucky Dean Seddon is a social selling coach, author, speaker and founder with more than 17 years of experience helping individuals, teams and global organisations turn LinkedIn into a reliable source of real conversations, clients and revenue. He is known for his calm, systems led approach to selling, focused on removing pressure, gimmicks and burnout. Dean prioritises human behaviour, trust and simplicity, and stays deeply hands on with the platform he teaches, building repeatable processes that value relationships over vanity metrics and consistency over hype. In this episode, Dean shares how he became the number one social selling coach despite hating sales at the start of his career. He talks about the motivations that kept him going and the mindset shift that made the difference. You will hear practical advice on selling on social media by focusing on quality over quantity, alongside a reminder that it is possible to build a successful business, show up consistently without burning out, enjoy your life, and create a recognisable personal brand that feels clear, positive and human, often helped by Dean’s now iconic shirts.Connect with Dean:https://www.linkedin.com/in/socialsellingdean/https://www.deanseddon.io/Timestamps: 00:00 – Selling starts with the buyer’s problem 01:10 – Introduction and Dean’s iconic shirts 02:00 – The story behind the bright shirts 05:16 – Did Dean always want a career in sales 07:05 – The mindset shift that changed everything 08:53 – Early career struggles and motivation 10:31 – Discovering social selling through Facebook 12:07 – Seventeen years of social selling experience 13:59 – Why Dean switched from Facebook to LinkedIn 16:01 – What LinkedIn was like in the early days 18:15 – The reality of selling on LinkedIn today 20:20 – Why big numbers do not mean real success 21:50 – Dean’s outreach strategy and booking calls 22:55 – Mid-roll: Recording podcasts with Riverside 23:25 – Selling advice most people forget 25:25 – Attention spans and the nine-word hook 26:33 – Automation mistakes to avoid 30:11 – Handling rejection and awkward moments 31:52 – The automation mistake Dean will never repeat 34:29 – Building a recognisable personal brand 37:12 – Why Dean chose pink branding 38:11 – Staying consistent across multiple platforms 39:40 – Hobbies, Star Trek and writing 43:30 – Books that influenced Dean 45:54 – Writing the next book 47:15 – Where to find Dean online 48:05 – The question Dean wishes people asked 49:14 – How to find your niche 50:26 – Final thoughts and closing Connect with Tomas:X: https://x.com/TomasLoucky⁠⁠⁠Stan: https://stan.store/TommenLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tomasloucky/⁠⁠Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thisistommen/⁠⁠More:Links: https://linktr.ee/produced_by⁠⁠⁠Newsletter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://producednewsletter.substack.com/⁠Tools & gear that support the show:Neon Now: https://neonnow.co.uk/Metricool: https://f.mtr.cool/HRJBZKUlanzi: https://www.ulanzi.com?aff=2611Apex Comfort: https://apexcomfort.co.uk/Favikon: https://www.favikon.com?fpr=tommenRA Optics: https://ra-optics.myshopify.com/discount/TOMMEN?rfsn=8803777.591d19Some links are affiliate links, which means I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. If you find them useful, using these links helps keep the podcast running. Thank you!  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    52 min
  2. From 2007 to 2025: The Ghostwriter Who Finally Hit Publish | 144: Dmitry Pavlotsky

    MAR 23

    From 2007 to 2025: The Ghostwriter Who Finally Hit Publish | 144: Dmitry Pavlotsky

    We talk a lot about hitting publish in this episode. Fittingly, it was recorded using Riverside: https://creators.riverside.com/TomasLoucky Dmitry Pavlotsky is a ghostwriter, copywriter and marketing expert with nearly two decades of experience helping founders turn ideas into stories that build trust and drive results. He has written for CEOs, scaled startups, launched brands and ghostwritten thousands of posts, all while staying behind the scenes. That changed in 2025 when one interview gave him the push to start posting under his own name. Since then, he has built a loyal audience by sharing sharp, funny and honest posts that open doors and spark real conversations. Listen to this episode to hear Dmitry’s journey from ghostwriter to creator. He shares how years of writing and brand-building shaped his voice and what finally convinced him to use it. You’ll learn how he stays consistent by focusing on process and play, not perfection, and why showing up with curiosity is often the best strategy. Whether you're building your brand, attracting clients without a portfolio or trying to post more often without overthinking it, this episode will help you simplify the process, trust your voice and grow something meaningful.Connect with Dmitry:https://www.linkedin.com/in/pavlotsky/Timestamps: 00:00 - Offering free posts and the unexpected response 01:11 - Welcome to the show 01:23 - Dmitry’s background in marketing and ghostwriting 03:33 - Why he finally started posting on LinkedIn 05:01 - Posting every day and the doors it opened 05:42 - Stop overthinking and just hit publish 06:56 - Waiting 18 years before posting for himself 07:57 - Why social media is really about connection 08:37 - Enjoying the process of creating content 09:35 - Finding a creative outlet through LinkedIn 10:16 - Experience does not always make starting easier 10:44 - The three rules of writing: clear, short, publish 12:08 - Short posts and why they work 12:48 - The two-word post experiment 14:20 - Why funny posts attract attention 15:04 - Finding your audience on LinkedIn 15:24 - Showing up even when it is difficult 16:29 - When a post flops and what to do next 18:05 - Learning from mistakes and staying honest 19:43 - Why storytelling builds trust 20:27 - Turning everyday moments into stories 22:27 - Mid-roll: Recording this podcast with Riverside 23:02 - Dmitry’s process for writing LinkedIn posts 24:59 - Helping people get jobs by posting online 25:16 - Helping people even when they are not clients 26:05 - Offering the first post for free 27:46 - The post that brought 200 requests in 24 hours 29:08 - Using a simple lead magnet on LinkedIn 29:51 - Dealing with difficult clients 32:23 - Why trusting your gut matters 33:00 - How to attract your first clients without a portfolio 34:09 - Your LinkedIn posts as your portfolio 35:30 - Advice for growing on LinkedIn 36:25 - The importance of consistency 38:17 - A viral joke that brought unexpected leads 40:13 - Balancing authority and authenticity online 41:34 - Why virality does not equal clients 42:36 - Hobbies, football and reading 43:03 - A book recommendation for writers 46:09 - Favourite music and bands 46:49 - Dmitry’s past as a drummer 47:12 - Writing books and future plans 48:31 - Where to find Dmitry online 49:59 - What happiness means for success 51:09 - Final advice: there are more good people than bad Connect with Tomas:X: https://x.com/TomasLoucky⁠⁠⁠Stan: https://stan.store/TommenLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tomasloucky/⁠⁠Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thisistommen/⁠⁠More:Links: https://linktr.ee/produced_by⁠⁠⁠Newsletter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://producednewsletter.substack.com/⁠Tools & gear that support the show:Neon Now: https://neonnow.co.uk/Metricool: https://f.mtr.cool/HRJBZKUlanzi: https://www.ulanzi.com?aff=2611Apex Comfort: https://apexcomfort.co.uk/Favikon: https://www.favikon.com?fpr=tommenRA Optics: https://ra-optics.myshopify.com/discount/TOMMEN?rfsn=8803777.591d19Some links are affiliate links, which means I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. If you find them useful, using these links helps keep the podcast running. Thank you!  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    53 min
  3. Being Real Online: Why Authenticity Builds Opportunity | 143: Victoria Michaels

    MAR 16

    Being Real Online: Why Authenticity Builds Opportunity | 143: Victoria Michaels

    This episode with Victoria Michaels was recorded using Riverside, the platform I use for all remote podcast conversations. If you're recording interviews or starting a podcast, you can try it here: https://creators.riverside.com/TomasLoucky Victoria Michaels is a LinkedIn ghostwriter and strategist helping founders and professionals turn lived experience into credibility on the platform. She has been building businesses since her teens, moving through multiple industries and career chapters before finding her place in personal branding and content. Known for her sharp positioning and human approach, Victoria helps people show up online in a way that feels aligned, strategic, and sustainable. In this episode, we explore Victoria’s unconventional journey from a challenging upbringing shaped by one pivotal mentor to building and selling a successful business at a young age. She shares why walking away from something that looked successful on the outside became a necessary turning point, and how that decision led her to discover LinkedIn and the work she does today. We talk about reinvention, building a brand with intention, and staying connected to life beyond work without losing yourself in the process.Connect with Victoria:https://www.linkedin.com/in/vstrategy/https://www.instagram.com/victoriaghostwriting/Timestamps: 00:00 - Victoria’s message about persistence 01:11 - Introduction 01:36 - What Victoria does on LinkedIn 02:16 - “LinkedIn’s Most Expensive Ghostwriter” 04:04 - Growing up and early ambition 05:00 - Starting a business at 18 06:08 - Buying her competitor 06:55 - Burnout and selling the business 09:33 - Family reactions to her success 12:10 - The mentor who changed her life 15:03 - Selling the business and changing direction 16:27 - Trying completely different careers 18:09 - Discovering LinkedIn 20:24 - Why LinkedIn growth takes time 21:52 - How to position yourself on LinkedIn 24:27 - Why everyone should have a LinkedIn presence 25:57 - Mid-roll: Recording the podcast with Riverside 26:44 - Finding your first clients on LinkedIn 29:29 - Why pitching strangers rarely works 31:21 - Why virality shouldn’t be the goal 36:03 - Avoiding burnout and enjoying life 40:02 - Hobbies, travel and exploring 42:54 - Book recommendations 44:41 - Running a marathon 46:40 - Where to find Victoria 49:39 - Final advice for entrepreneurs 51:01 - Outro Connect with Tomas:X: https://x.com/TomasLoucky⁠⁠⁠Stan: https://stan.store/TommenLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tomasloucky/⁠⁠Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thisistommen/⁠⁠More:Links: https://linktr.ee/produced_by⁠⁠⁠Newsletter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://producednewsletter.substack.com/⁠Tools & gear that support the show:Neon Now: https://neonnow.co.uk/Metricool: https://f.mtr.cool/HRJBZKUlanzi: https://www.ulanzi.com?aff=2611Apex Comfort: https://apexcomfort.co.uk/Favikon: https://www.favikon.com?fpr=tommenRA Optics: https://ra-optics.myshopify.com/discount/TOMMEN?rfsn=8803777.591d19Some links are affiliate links, which means I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. If you find them useful, using these links helps keep the podcast running. Thank you!  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    52 min
  4. Trust Before Transactions: Building Credibility at Scale | 142: Mariam Gogidze

    MAR 9

    Trust Before Transactions: Building Credibility at Scale | 142: Mariam Gogidze

    After 150+ podcast episodes, I realised recording is the easy part. Clarity and good tools make the real difference. That’s why I record my podcast with Riverside. Try Riverside here: https://creators.riverside.com/TomasLoucky Mariam Gogidze is a personal branding strategist and executive coach helping C-level professionals, founders, and dealmakers build authority and category-of-one positioning online. Originally from Georgia, Mariam moved to London at a young age and built her career by combining writing, storytelling, and strategic positioning to translate offline credibility into a strong and trusted LinkedIn presence. Her work focuses on clarity, long-term thinking, and building reputation before reach. In this episode, we explore Mariam’s journey from Georgia to London and the mindset behind how she builds authority in regulated and competitive industries. We talk about growing on LinkedIn in a sustainable way, attracting the right opportunities rather than chasing clients, and discovering your niche by starting wide and refining over time. This conversation is for professionals who want to move beyond referrals, communicate their value with clarity, and play the long game of authority with intention and consistency.Connect with Mariam:https://www.linkedin.com/in/mariam-gogidze/https://www.instagram.com/linkedinac/Timestamps: 00:00 - Give value before expecting anything back 01:10 - Introduction 01:25 - Who is Mariam and what she does 02:00 - Moving from Georgia to London at 16 03:31 - Culture shock and building independence 06:34 - Expectations vs reality of London 09:00 - Early ambition and dream career 10:44 - Discovering copywriting through Lidl 11:58 - Midroll: Riverside 12:29 - Writing in a second language 14:21 - How LinkedIn first came into her life 17:07 - How long it really takes to grow 18:22 - The first client that changed everything 20:52 - The power of networking on LinkedIn 23:25 - Why LinkedIn is becoming more human 25:20 - Should you niche down or start wide 28:58 - Why financial services became the focus 31:04 - How to get your first clients 33:21 - Stop overthinking and just execute 34:37 - How to actually grow on LinkedIn 36:27 - Why you should share value freely 37:45 - Life outside work 39:47 - Book recommendation 41:02 - Future plans and diversifying the brand 42:49 - Final thoughts Connect with Tomas:X: https://x.com/TomasLoucky⁠⁠⁠Stan: https://stan.store/TommenLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tomasloucky/⁠⁠Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thisistommen/⁠⁠More:Links: https://linktr.ee/produced_by⁠⁠⁠Newsletter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://producednewsletter.substack.com/⁠Tools & gear that support the show:Neon Now: https://neonnow.co.uk/Metricool: https://f.mtr.cool/HRJBZKUlanzi: https://www.ulanzi.com?aff=2611Apex Comfort: https://apexcomfort.co.uk/Favikon: https://www.favikon.com?fpr=tommenRA Optics: https://ra-optics.myshopify.com/discount/TOMMEN?rfsn=8803777.591d19Some links are affiliate links, which means I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. If you find them useful, using these links helps keep the podcast running. Thank you!  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    44 min
  5. Psychology In Practice: How People Decide Who To Trust | 141: Ciara O'Neil

    MAR 2

    Psychology In Practice: How People Decide Who To Trust | 141: Ciara O'Neil

    Ciara O’Neil is the founder of Brandfulness and a psychology led personal branding strategist helping founders, executives, and teams build real authority on LinkedIn and beyond. With an academic background in psychology, Ciara focuses on trust, reputation, and consistency as the foundations of strong personal brands. Her work goes beyond content creation and platforms and centres on shaping how people are perceived, remembered, and trusted across their career, business, and professional relationships. In this episode, Ciara shares her journey from law to psychology to personal branding, and how she grew her LinkedIn presence from zero to over 18,000 followers in a year. She explains what it truly means to apply psychology to personal branding in a practical way, from showing up with clarity and intention to building authority that earns trust over time. This conversation also explores growth mindset, career pivots, and how to attract aligned clients and opportunities without burning out or chasing visibility for the sake of it.Connect with Ciara:https://www.linkedin.com/in/ciaraoneil/https://bio.site/brandfulnesshttps://brandfulness.co.uk/Timestamps: 00:00 - Psychology as a buzzword vs real understanding 01:10 - Welcome to the podcast 01:22 - Who Ciara O’Neil is and what she does 02:52 - From law to psychology to personal branding 04:40 - Why changing careers isn’t failure 05:58 - Why trying and pivoting matters 06:55 - Going back to study and building credibility 07:33 - Studying AI, motivation and human behaviour 09:17 - How AI has evolved since her research 10:10 - Using AI as a tool, not a replacement 10:37 - Why psychology is Ciara’s competitive edge 12:37 - What people get wrong about “psychology in content” 13:27 - How Ciara rediscovered LinkedIn 14:49 - Intentional growth vs trial and error 15:31 - The truth behind “overnight” LinkedIn growth 16:50 - Why highlight reels distort reality 17:27 - How to grow consistently without going viral 19:00 - Defining your goal on LinkedIn 20:01 - Why chasing trends leads to burnout 21:23 - Consistency as a trust-building tool 22:40 - How to find your first clients 24:14 - Why conversations compound over time 25:28 - Why personal branding is a long game 28:24 - The most common personal branding mistakes 29:54 - Repurposing content without burnout 31:12 - The story behind Brandfulness 32:31 - Introducing the Authority Collective 33:57 - Launch timeline and testing digital products 34:50 - The psychology behind green branding 36:03 - LinkedIn vs Instagram vs Substack 37:19 - Milestones, growth and intentional slowing down 38:35 - Digital products and future plans 39:42 - Running, hobbies and switching off 42:04 - Book recommendations and Start With Why 43:58 - Where to find Ciara 44:38 - Final thoughts and closing Connect with Tomas:X: https://x.com/TomasLoucky⁠⁠⁠Stan: https://stan.store/TommenLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tomasloucky/⁠⁠Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thisistommen/⁠⁠More:Links: https://linktr.ee/produced_by⁠⁠⁠Newsletter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://producednewsletter.substack.com/⁠Tools & gear that support the show:Neon Now: https://neonnow.co.uk/Metricool: https://f.mtr.cool/HRJBZKUlanzi: https://www.ulanzi.com?aff=2611Apex Comfort: https://apexcomfort.co.uk/Favikon: https://www.favikon.com?fpr=tommenRA Optics: https://ra-optics.myshopify.com/discount/TOMMEN?rfsn=8803777.591d19Some links are affiliate links, which means I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. If you find them useful, using these links helps keep the podcast running. Thank you!  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    45 min
  6. From Doctor to Content Creator: Building Credibility in a Noisy Space | 140: Sarah Rav

    FEB 23

    From Doctor to Content Creator: Building Credibility in a Noisy Space | 140: Sarah Rav

    Sarah Rav is a former medical doctor turned Positioning & Content Strategist. Born in Malaysia and raised in Australia, she has spent over a decade building an audience of more than three million followers across Instagram, TikTok, and LinkedIn. After years in medicine and consulting, Sarah stepped away from traditional career paths to focus on helping professionals scale their business through content, positioning, and personal brand strategy. In this episode, we explore Sarah’s bold journey from medicine to content creation, the behind the scenes reality of building and rebuilding an audience, and how she recognised LinkedIn’s potential early. Sarah shares practical insights on growing a personal brand that attracts the right clients, building credibility as a professional, and creating content that feels aligned, even within a short time frame on the platform, without pretending to be someone you’re not. Connect with Sarah: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarah-rav/ https://www.instagram.com/sarahrav/ Timestamps: 00:00 – Writing content people actually care about 01:15 – Introducing Sarah and her background 02:14 – Growing up between Malaysia and Australia 03:50 – Life in Melbourne 04:28 – Why she chose medicine 05:49 – The emotional reality of being a doctor 06:39 – Interest in psychiatry and mental health 08:26 – Why content did not feel like a real career 09:56 – Choosing passion over a safe path 11:04 – Early days of content creation 13:11 – Rebranding, losing engagement, rebuilding 14:57 – AI content and standing out 16:31 – Why LinkedIn became the focus 17:42 – Growing on LinkedIn in a short time 18:32 – Adapting content across platforms 20:30 – How she splits time between platforms 22:07 – Creating content alongside full-time work 23:51 – Finding repeatable content formats 25:06 – Personal branding for professionals 26:02 – Writing hooks that make people care 27:52 – Why CTAs matter more than you think 30:06 – Injecting personality into writing 31:14 – Simple tools and content systems 33:36 – How Sarah actually uses AI 35:53 – Inspirations and community on LinkedIn 37:37 – Music, family, and life outside content 39:02 – Why she does not read many books 40:30 – Big goals, legacy, and giving back 42:12 – Launching a new LinkedIn offer 44:09 – Where to find and follow Sarah 45:06 – Final reflections and closing Connect with Tomas:X: https://x.com/TomasLoucky⁠⁠⁠Stan: https://stan.store/TommenLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tomasloucky/⁠⁠Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thisistommen/⁠⁠More:Links: https://linktr.ee/produced_by⁠⁠⁠Newsletter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://producednewsletter.substack.com/⁠Tools & gear that support the show:Neon Now: https://neonnow.co.uk/Metricool: https://f.mtr.cool/HRJBZKUlanzi: https://www.ulanzi.com?aff=2611Apex Comfort: https://apexcomfort.co.uk/Favikon: https://www.favikon.com?fpr=tommenRA Optics: https://ra-optics.myshopify.com/discount/TOMMEN?rfsn=8803777.591d19Some links are affiliate links, which means I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. If you find them useful, using these links helps keep the podcast running. Thank you!  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    46 min
  7. Leaving Home Early: How One Decision Reshapes a Creative Life | 139: Nadia Fernández

    FEB 16

    Leaving Home Early: How One Decision Reshapes a Creative Life | 139: Nadia Fernández

    Nadia Fernández is the founder of La Isla Designs, a visual designer and website builder who believes digital spaces should feel clear, intentional, and easy to understand. Originally from Mallorca, Spain, she moved to the United States at a young age to pursue her creative ambitions, spending more than a decade immersed in fast paced creative environments before eventually returning to Europe. With a background that spans dance, fashion, retail leadership, and brand strategy, her work today focuses on helping founders and small businesses communicate what they do in a way people can instantly connect with and remember. In this episode, you’ll hear the story behind her move to Los Angeles as a teenager, the creative paths that quietly shaped her way of thinking, and how those experiences continue to influence her work today. The conversation goes behind the scenes of her approach to LinkedIn content, websites, and digital marketing, from designing carousels that gently guide attention to building online spaces that support content instead of competing with it. It’s a thoughtful look into the mindset of a multi disciplinary creator who designs with purpose and cares deeply about how ideas land. Connect with Nadia: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nadiiafernandez/ https://www.laisladesigns.com/ Timestamps: 00:00 – Early creative roots and growing up around fashion 01:11 – Welcome to the podcast 01:23 – Nadia’s background and what she does today 02:02 – Moving to Los Angeles at 18 03:16 – Arriving in LA and culture shock 05:28 – How long she stayed in the US 05:55 – Stepping away from dance 07:51 – Growing up in Mallorca and returning later 09:39 – Working in fashion and creative industries 13:43 – COVID and the shift into digital design 15:04 – Finding first clients online 15:49 – Using LinkedIn comments to grow 18:20 – Being intentional with conversations 22:01 – Standing out without chasing trends 24:27 – Stop waiting for inspiration 27:27 – Canva vs Figma vs Adobe 30:07 – Favourite Canva features 30:45 – Why Nadia uses Venngage 34:59 – Website platforms and opinions 35:12 – Content platforms and focus 36:41 – Consistency and the long game 40:29 – Life, family, and balance 41:37 – Learning, reading, and growth 43:04 – Where to find Nadia 44:44 – Final advice 46:21 – Closing the episode Connect with Tomas:X: https://x.com/TomasLoucky⁠⁠⁠Stan: https://stan.store/TommenLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tomasloucky/⁠⁠Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thisistommen/⁠⁠More:Links: https://linktr.ee/produced_by⁠⁠⁠Newsletter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://producednewsletter.substack.com/⁠Tools & gear that support the show:Neon Now: https://neonnow.co.uk/Metricool: https://f.mtr.cool/HRJBZKUlanzi: https://www.ulanzi.com?aff=2611Apex Comfort: https://apexcomfort.co.uk/Favikon: https://www.favikon.com?fpr=tommenRA Optics: https://ra-optics.myshopify.com/discount/TOMMEN?rfsn=8803777.591d19Some links are affiliate links, which means I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. If you find them useful, using these links helps keep the podcast running. Thank you!  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    48 min
  8. Turning LinkedIn Into a Client Engine: Beyond Likes and Visibility | 138: Anjeanette Carter

    FEB 9

    Turning LinkedIn Into a Client Engine: Beyond Likes and Visibility | 138: Anjeanette Carter

    Anjeanette Carter is a Los Angeles based copywriter and founder of STRATIS Media, where she helps founders, CEOs, and service based entrepreneurs grow their personal brands and businesses through LinkedIn. With over a decade of experience in copywriting, Anjeanette has built a seven figure business by working across multiple social media platforms, refining her messaging, and learning what actually drives sustainable growth. Today, her work focuses on turning LinkedIn into a clear, intentional client acquisition channel through strong positioning, consistency, and thoughtful content. Listen to this episode to discover Anjeanette’s story behind becoming an experienced copywriter across different platforms and how that journey led her to find her passion for LinkedIn. You will hear practical tips from someone who has consistently shown up over time, along with clear advice on how to find clients on LinkedIn using simple frameworks and formulas that can be applied across platforms. This conversation offers insight and inspiration from someone who balances being a mom, running her own agency, showing up online, and continuing to grow, improve, and inspire others with a positive and grounded approach. Connect with Anjeanette: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anjeanette-carter/ https://anjeanettecarter.com/linkedin-workshop https://anjeanettecarter.substack.com/ https://anjeanettecarter.com/ https://x.com/anjeanettec Timestamps: 00:00 – The three pillars behind Anjeanette’s LinkedIn growth 01:24 – Who Anjeanette is and what she does today 02:02 – 2026 goals and why subtracting matters 03:05 – Acting background and confidence on camera 03:48 – Why failure matters more than success 04:59 – Comparison on LinkedIn and staying in your lane 06:01 – Authenticity without oversharing online 07:50 – Consistency, routines, and family life 09:22 – Early lessons from Twitter and YouTube 11:52 – Why social media feels annoying 12:11 – Playing the long game with content 13:30 – Copywriting as a real advantage on LinkedIn 14:31 – Initial fear of AI and adapting 16:31 – Using AI without losing your voice 18:32 – Why AI content feels obvious 20:30 – Voice notes and real conversations 22:06 – Finding first clients through LinkedIn 25:33 – Who LinkedIn actually works for 27:52 – The LinkedIn strategy explained simply 30:26 – Commenting that leads to conversations 32:03 – Shortcuts, mentors, and learning faster 33:58 – Focusing on one platform at a time 36:18 – Regrets about leaving platforms early 39:02 – YouTube demonetisation and lessons learned 41:42 – Personal brand as long-term insurance 42:03 – Exercise, routines, and mental balance 44:08 – Reading fiction to switch off 45:41 – Where to find Anjeanette and her work 46:48 – Favourite pizza conversation 49:19 – Normalising failure and moving forward 50:52 – Final reflections and closing Connect with Tomas:X: https://x.com/TomasLoucky⁠⁠⁠Stan: https://stan.store/TommenLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tomasloucky/⁠⁠Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thisistommen/⁠⁠More:Links: https://linktr.ee/produced_by⁠⁠⁠Newsletter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://producednewsletter.substack.com/⁠Tools & gear that support the show:Neon Now: https://neonnow.co.uk/Metricool: https://f.mtr.cool/HRJBZKUlanzi: https://www.ulanzi.com?aff=2611Apex Comfort: https://apexcomfort.co.uk/Favikon: https://www.favikon.com?fpr=tommenRA Optics: https://ra-optics.myshopify.com/discount/TOMMEN?rfsn=8803777.591d19Some links are affiliate links, which means I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. If you find them useful, using these links helps keep the podcast running. Thank you!  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    52 min

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Produced By is the podcast for creators, founders and professionals who are serious about showing up online. Each Monday, you’ll hear honest conversations with people growing their audience, building their brand and figuring it out in public. Smart questions, real stories and no fluff. Just practical lessons, creative insight and a reminder that none of us have it all figured out, and that’s what makes it worth listening.