Problematic Career Cheat Codes with Courtney Johnson | Episode 29

Welcome to Episode 29: Problematic Career Cheat Codes with Courtney Johnson. Courtney Johnson is an Austin-based solopreneur, social media consultant, personal brand manager for tech execs, and content creator who writes about motivation, personal brand, career, and marketing. She is the creator of the Monday Megaphone Newsletter, Level up on LinkedIn Program, and Level up on TikTok program. She's currently working on launching her new podcast, Slay The Gatekeeper. In this chat, Courtney gets candid about content creation, personal branding, and overcoming the 'cringe' factor. She offers her insights into the process and journey of content creation, beginning from her initial reluctance to post on LinkedIn to finally expanding her presence on TikTok and Instagram. Courtney shares her viral 'problematic' career cheat codes, which are in reality tools to level the playing field in the corporate world. Timestamps: 00:05 Introduction to the Podcast 00:43 Courtney's Journey into Content Creation 01:42 Transitioning from LinkedIn to TikTok and Instagram 02:18 The Power of Repurposing Content 02:33 The Evolution of LinkedIn as a Social Platform 02:55 The Rapid Growth on TikTok and Instagram 03:25 The Importance of Authenticity in Content 05:13 The Role of Personal Brand in Career Growth 05:45 The Power of Speaking Your Truth 07:27 The Impact of LinkedIn on Personal Branding 14:10 The Importance of Side Hustles 19:50 Overcoming the Fear of Creating Content 27:24 Recognizing a Kindred Spirit 29:08 Closing Remarks Connect with Courtney: Newsletter TikTok Instagram Linkedin Connect with Kindred Spirits Podcast: ⁠⁠Website⁠⁠ ⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ ⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠ Connect with Madeleine Matson Smith on ⁠⁠LinkedIn ⁠⁠ Connect with Melissa Jaalaid on ⁠LinkedIn⁠