Five years ago, a friend used to make fun of my "silly little LinkedIn posts."
The jokes. The jabs. The eye rolls every time I mentioned I was working on my personal brand.
The Friend Who Laughed at My Personal Brand Just Asked Me for Help
The Jabs
Here's some of the things she'd say to me:
"Why are you even doing that?"
"Who's even reading this stuff?"
"You know that's embarrassing right?"
But, I kept posting anyway.
Today
Fast forward to now: I'm running my own business. She's in the same role she had in 2020.
And last week she asked me for LinkedIn advice lmaooooo
No apology for the years of teasing. No acknowledgment that maybe I was onto something.
Just… "Hey girl, can you help me?"
I Get It
Tbh I wasn't even mad. Because I get it now.
When you're doing something different, people don't understand it. They make jokes because it's easier than asking themselves why they're NOT doing it.
Just Know
So if you're in a season right now where you're getting those little comments from coworkers or friends…
The "what are you even doing?"
The side-eye when you mention your content.
The jokes at happy hour.
Just know: Those same people are gonna come back and ask for your advice one day. You might even want to check out some personal brand advice or learn about un-gatekeeping linkedin to stay ahead.
Key Takeaway
The key takeaway here is simple: don't let external negativity derail your efforts.
Your unique path, even if misunderstood initially, often leads to future success and recognition.
It's easy to get discouraged by comments or jokes from those around you, but remember that your commitment to your vision is what truly matters. Stay consistent, stay authentic, and trust your process.
Keep posting anyway.