The Courage to Be Seen

In this engaging conversation, Michelle Fragias speaks with KJ Blattenbauer, a publicist and founder of Hearsay PR, about the importance of visibility for women entrepreneurs. They discuss the challenges women face in promoting themselves, the significance of storytelling, and the balance between authenticity and privacy. KJ shares her personal journey into PR, her upcoming book 'Pitchworthy', and practical strategies for building trust and visibility in a digital age.

Takeaways

• Many experts remain invisible to their ideal audience.
• Great work alone won't get you noticed; visibility is key.
• Women are often taught to stay small and not boast about their achievements.
• Storytelling is essential for standing out in a crowded market.
• You can choose which parts of your story to share publicly.
• Authenticity doesn't mean sharing everything about your personal life.
• Trust is built by consistently delivering on promises.
• AI can take the human aspect out of branding; authenticity matters.
• Tactical strategies can significantly increase visibility in a short time.
• It's crucial to share your gifts with the world and not hide.

Sound Bites

• "Storytelling is your story."
• "You are your brand."
• "Why would you keep that quiet?"

Chapters

00:00 The Importance of Visibility for Women Entrepreneurs

03:51 Overcoming Self-Doubt and Embracing Your Story

06:46 Choosing What to Share: Authenticity vs. Privacy

10:06 Building Trust in a Digital Age

13:00 Tactical Strategies for Standing Out

16:06 KJ's Journey and Upcoming Book Launch

Get in Contact with KJ
www.instagram.com/kjblattenbauer

www.instagram.com/hearsaypr

www.facebook.com/kjblattenbauer

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For more details about HERVOICE 

https://www.michellefragias.com/hervoice