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EPISODE · Apr 9, 2026 · 11 MIN

2017: So You Want to Be an Influencer? Consider This First by Michael Mehlberg on Value-Driven Influence

from Optimal Work Daily - Career, Productivity and Entrepreneurship · host Optimal Living Daily | Dan W.

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 2017: Michael Mehlberg challenges the glamorized vision of influencer life, arguing that real impact comes from creating value, not just promoting it. He urges you to focus on building, serving, and differentiating yourself, showing that meaningful work is the true foundation behind influence. Listen to rethink success and refocus on what actually matters. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://michaelmehlberg.com/blog/2019/7/19/so-you-want-to-be-an-influencer-consider-this-first Quotes to ponder: "The world doesn’t need you to be an influencer. It needs you to create value." "Without the work, there is no value to curate." "People don’t like being sold, they like recommendations." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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