87 - Influencer vs Brand: What’s the real difference?

Welcome back to The Brand Is You Podcast! In today’s episode, we’re diving into one of the most common mistakes that’s keeping entrepreneurs stuck: overcomplicated content. Because here’s the truth—your audience doesn’t need more. They need clarity. Robyn breaks down why “adding more value” isn’t helping you convert, and why simplifying your content is the smartest, most strategic move you can make if you want to connect with your soul client, build trust, and actually make sales. If you’re cramming every tip, bonus, and insight into one post or your offer sounds like a buffet—this episode is your invitation to strip it back and sell more with less. WHAT YOU’LL LEARN IN THIS EPISODE: ✔️ Why overloaded content confuses your audience ✔️ The simple message structure that helps you sell with ease ✔️ A relatable grocery store analogy that’ll change how you write content ✔️ The difference between what sells and what you teach after someone buys ✔️ How to go from “smart but forgettable” to emotionally resonant + magnetic ✔️ A practical checklist to clean up your messaging today RESOURCES & NEXT STEPS: 🔥 Want content that converts? Grab the free Content Clarity Brand Class—a 60-minute workshop to help you simplify your message and create scroll-stopping content that leads to sales 👉 Sign Up Here THIS EPISODE IS YOUR REMINDER THAT: ✅ Clear > clever ✅ You don’t need more fluff—you need faster clarity ✅ Magnetic brands don’t overload—they resonate ✅ The right message makes your dream client stop scrolling and say: “That’s me.” 🎧 Hit play now and tag @thebrandisyou.co to share what landed for you!

Welcome back to The Brand Is You Podcast! In today’s episode, we’re talking about something that might just shift the entire way you grow your business: Are you trying to build a brand… or are you building social capital? Because here’s the truth: You don’t need more followers—you need stronger relationships. And when it comes to building a powerful brand, connection isn’t optional. It’s the currency. Inside this episode, Robyn sits down with Erin Sisko, founder of The Elleiance Network, to explore how she built Canada’s fastest-growing mastermind network by focusing on one thing: people. From corporate banker to bold entrepreneur, Erin shares the behind-the-scenes of how she turned connection into her business model—and why generosity, collaboration, and relationship-building will always beat a flashy strategy. Whether you feel like you're building your business alone, or you're ready to scale through aligned partnerships and referrals—this conversation is for you. WHAT YOU’LL LEARN IN THIS EPISODE: ✔️ What social capital is—and why it’s more powerful than a viral post ✔️ Tangible ways to build meaningful connections online (without cringey cold DMs) ✔️ Why generosity and authenticity are the ultimate growth strategy ✔️ How to make collaboration your business model ✔️ Daily actions you can take to grow your network in an aligned way RESOURCES & NEXT STEPS: 🔥 Apply for the Capital L Business Impact Award: $50K in cash + services for Canadian women entrepreneurs. Applications open September 2, 2025. 📲 Follow Erin on Instagram: @elle.ianc or connect on LinkedIn at Erin Sisco THIS EPISODE IS YOUR REMINDER THAT: ✅ You don’t need a bigger audience—you need deeper relationships ✅ Social capital is a currency—build it with intention ✅ You never know what doors will open when you show up with generosity ✅ Your dream business is probably one connection away 🎧 Hit play now and tag ⁠@thebrandisyou.co⁠ to share what landed for you!

Welcome back to The Brand Is You Podcast! In today’s episode, we’re talking about something that might be keeping your content from converting: Are you sharing information... or are you actually sharing you? Because here’s the truth: Facts build credibility, but they don’t build connection. And if your content isn’t making people feel something? It’s not going to move them to buy. Inside this episode, Robyn unpacks why educational content alone isn’t enough—and what your brand really needs to stand out, build trust, and drive results. Whether you’re great at giving tips but struggling to get traction... or you’re ready to sound less like everyone else and more like you—this conversation is for you. WHAT YOU’LL LEARN IN THIS EPISODE: ✔️ Why information doesn’t create resonance (and what actually does)✔️ The difference between credibility and connection✔️ How to infuse your content with personality, energy, and emotional tone✔️ The concept of your "core advantage" and how to use it in your content✔️ Real examples of how to turn facts into feel-it-in-your-body messaging✔️ Why your content might sound good but still feel flat (and how to fix it) RESOURCES & NEXT STEPS: 🔥 Missed the live Brand Class? Grab the Magnetic Messaging replay—a 20-minute training + workbook to help you write content that actually connects and converts. THIS EPISODE IS YOUR REMINDER THAT: ✅ Information doesn’t build a brand—identity does✅ Your energy, perspective, and lived experience are your most magnetic assets✅ Clear messaging isn’t just about sounding smart—it’s about making people feel seen✅ Your brand becomes unforgettable when people feel like you’re speaking right to them 🎧 Hit play now and tag @thebrandisyou.co to share what landed for you!

Welcome back to The Brand Is You Podcast! In today’s episode, we’re answering a question you’ve probably wondered but never fully unpacked: What’s the difference between being an influencer and building a brand? It might look the same from the outside—posts, Reels, content creation—but the intention, structure, and long-term outcome are wildly different. So if you’re tired of chasing likes, constantly performing, or feeling like you’re doing all the things but nothing’s clicking… this episode is going to hit deep. We’re getting clear on what separates surface-level visibility from deep brand trust—and how to start building a business that actually lasts. WHAT YOU’LL LEARN IN THIS EPISODE: ✔️ The difference between influencers and brand builders ✔️ Why visibility doesn’t equal trust (or sales) ✔️ How to stop performing for the algorithm and start building momentum ✔️ What influencers focus on vs. what brands prioritize ✔️ Why clear strategy > constant content ✔️ The one question to help you shift from popularity to profitability ✔️ How the InstaSuccess Playbook helps you run the marathon of brand growth (not just chase virality) RESOURCES & NEXT STEPS: 🔥 Ready to build your brand like a business? Grab InstaSuccess —your complete playbook for strategic content creation, brand clarity, and soul-aligned growth. THIS EPISODE IS YOUR REMINDER THAT: ✅ You don’t need more eyes—you need deeper trust ✅ Performing online isn’t the same as building a business ✅ A clear strategy helps you stay consistent (even when life gets chaotic) ✅ The goal isn’t to be liked—it’s to be trusted 🎧 Hit play now and tag @thebrandisyou.co to share what landed for you!

Welcome back to The Brand Is You Podcast! In today’s episode, we’re unpacking why some brands feel instantly magnetic—while others get lost in the scroll. And spoiler alert: the difference isn’t what you think. It’s not your visuals. It’s not your consistency. It’s not even your strategy. It’s your message. If your content feels like it’s falling flat, you’re attracting the wrong people, or you’re stuck in the content hamster wheel with little to show for it—this episode is the reset your brand has been waiting for. We’re diving deep into the kind of messaging that actually connects, converts, and keeps your people coming back for more. WHAT YOU’LL LEARN IN THIS EPISODE: ✔️ The difference between forgettable and unforgettable messaging ✔️ Why vague, overused language is sabotaging your brand ✔️ How to write content that sounds like you ✔️ 3 powerful audit questions to check if your message is working ✔️ What makes a message emotionally resonant (and magnetic) ✔️ Why you don’t need more content—you need clearer messaging ✔️ How to use your “golden thread” to create brand recognition RESOURCES & NEXT STEPS: 🔥 Join the free Magnetic Messaging Brand Class (June 12 @ 10am PST) → Save your seat 🔥 Want to refine your voice and tone? Grab InstaSuccess 🔥 Need support? Explore all offers at thebrandisyou.co THIS EPISODE IS YOUR REMINDER THAT: ✅ Your message is more important than your aesthetic ✅ If your content isn’t converting, it’s probably a messaging issue ✅ Clear, emotionally-driven language is your best growth tool ✅ You don’t need to yell louder—just say the right thing, clearly Because when your brand sounds like you, your people will hear you. 🎧 Hit play now and tag @thebrandisyou.co to share what landed for you!

Welcome back to The Brand Is You Podcast! In today’s episode, we’re unpacking one of the most overlooked reasons your content isn’t converting — your brand might be accidentally turning the right people away. From misaligned messaging to generic content that doesn’t feel like you, this episode is your crash course in spotting what’s off and recalibrating your brand to magnetize the people you actually want in your world. If you’ve been feeling invisible online, stuck in performance mode, or constantly attracting the wrong people — this one’s for you. WHAT YOU’LL LEARN IN THIS EPISODE: ✔️ 5 signs your brand might be repelling your soul client ✔️ What to do if your content is getting ghosted ✔️ Why performing in your brand is blocking real connection ✔️ How over-explaining is costing you conversions ✔️ What “generic land” looks like — and how to escape it ✔️ 3 powerful ways to fix your messaging and refine your tone ✔️ How to create content from truth (not strategy overload) RESOURCES & NEXT STEPS: 🔥 Join the Magnetic Messaging Brand Class (June 12 @ 10am PST) 🔥 Grab the Soul Client Workshop to get crystal clear on who your dream client is 🔥 Want ongoing brand support? Explore our offers at thebrandisyou.co THIS EPISODE IS YOUR REMINDER THAT: ✅ If something isn’t landing, it doesn’t mean you’re failing — it means it’s time to realign ✅ You don’t need a full rebrand — just a few intentional tweaks ✅ When you show up as yourself, you build trust that converts ✅ Your brand is always speaking — make sure it’s saying the right thing Because the more your message reflects who you really are, the more it resonates with the people who are meant to find you. 🎧 Hit play now and tag @thebrandisyou.co to share what landed for you!

Welcome back to The Brand Is You Podcast! In today’s episode, I’m walking you through one of the most game-changing tools I teach inside InstaSuccess: your Golden Thread. This is the core message that connects every piece of content, every story you tell, and every offer you sell — and it’s the secret to going from a scattered brand to one that’s cohesive, magnetic, and recognizable. If you feel like you're constantly reinventing your brand, launching random offers, or getting ghosted after putting out heartfelt content — this episode is for you. WHAT YOU’LL LEARN IN THIS EPISODE: ✔️ Why inspired content isn’t enough if it’s not connected ✔️ What resonance really means (and how to create it) ✔️ The 3 questions that will help you uncover your golden thread ✔️ Real client examples of how one message can unify everything ✔️ How repetition creates recognition, trust, and brand power ✔️ Why your golden thread should be 3–5 words — and used everywhere RESOURCES & NEXT STEPS: 🔥 Grab the Golden Thread Workshop to uncover your unique message🔥 Want to build a personal brand that gets results? Start with InstaSuccess 🔥Instagram Carousel from TBIY Co. THIS EPISODE IS YOUR REMINDER THAT: ✅ You don’t need to niche your soul away ✅ You can be multi-passionate and still feel clear ✅ Your message deserves to be felt, not just seen Because when you repeat the right message often enough — You become the brand people will remember. 🎧 Hit play now and tag @thebrandisyou.co on Instagram to share your golden thread!

Welcome back to The Brand Is You Podcast! In today’s short but powerful episode, I’m walking you through the exact checklist I use before I hit publish on any piece of content—and trust me, these six questions will change the way you show up online. Whether your posts are getting crickets, your DMs are quiet, or you’re wondering why your audience isn’t engaging or converting, this episode is your go-to content reset. If you’ve ever felt like you're doing all the right things but not getting traction, this episode will help you identify what's missing—and what to tweak to boost connection, trust, and results. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: ✔️ The #1 question that instantly deepens connection with your audience ✔️ How to stop sounding like a robot and sound like you ✔️ Why rambling kills your content—and what to do instead ✔️ The “So what?” test that makes your content impossible to ignore ✔️ How to anchor your content in your brand’s golden thread ✔️ What to give your audience so they actually save your posts Resources & Next Steps: 🔥 Ready to create content that connects and converts? Grab InstaSuccess 🔥 Want to build your brand the smart way? Follow @thebrandisyou.co This episode is your permission slip to: ✅ Be yourself (seriously) ✅ Say one smart thing really well ✅ Build a brand that people trust Because the right content doesn’t just get seen. It gets remembered. 🎧 Hit play now and bookmark this episode—you're gonna want to come back to it.

Welcome back to The Brand Is You Podcast! In today’s episode, I’m diving into a topic that’s never been more important: how to personalize your brand in an AI-driven world. AI is powerful—no doubt. I use it daily. But as content becomes more robotic, curated, and eerily predictable, one thing is standing out above all else: humanness. If you’ve been feeling like the digital space is losing its soul—or wondering how to stand out without sounding like everyone else—this episode is for you. We’re talking about what it really means to build trust, make people feel seen, and show up as you online. Because in a world of automation, the most powerful thing you can be… is real. Whether you’re building your first brand, evolving your message, or trying to reconnect with your audience, this episode will remind you that personalization is your secret weapon. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: ✔️ Why trust—not tactics—is the foundation of every successful brand ✔️ How to share your story in a way that connects and converts ✔️ The truth about authenticity (and why it’s harder than it sounds) ✔️ 3 simple ways to personalize your brand this week ✔️ How to treat your audience like real people, not just followers ✔️ Why vulnerability and imperfection actually boost your credibility ✔️ What AI can do for your brand—and what it never will Resources & Next Steps: 🔥 Ready to create content that sounds like you? Join Content Club 🔥 Want high-touch support? Join the waitlist for The Brand Is You Mastermind This episode is your permission slip: To be unfiltered. To be honest. To be more you—in your stories, in your content, and in your brand. Because people don’t buy from perfection. They buy from people. Let’s build a brand that feels like you. 🎧 Press play and start personalizing.

Welcome back to The Brand Is You Podcast! In today’s episode, I’m sitting down with one of my longtime clients and now cherished collaborator, Sarah Mac—a creative brand strategist, author, and the unapologetic Money Witch behind some seriously magical brand transformations. If you’re a multi-passionate entrepreneur who’s ever felt torn between following your intuition and sticking to a plan… this episode is going to feel like coming home. We’re diving into what it really takes to build a soulful, evolving business—one that grows as you do—and how Sarah made the shift from winging it to working with strategy (without losing her creative spark). Whether you’re in a pivot, dreaming up your next big project, or trying to balance freedom with structure, Sarah’s story will give you permission to do it your way and make money doing it. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: ✔️ How Sarah blends astrology, storytelling, and strategy to help creatives sell high-ticket offers ✔️ Why pivoting can feel disruptive—and how to do it with confidence ✔️ The step-by-step process Sarah uses to test new ideas (before bringing them public) ✔️ How long-term planning created more freedom (not less) in her business ✔️ The power of daily non-negotiables and creative consistency ✔️ What really happened behind the scenes of publishing The Six-Figure Creative ✔️ The real story behind claiming the name “Money Witch” (and what it unlocked in her brand) Resources & Next Steps:  🔥 Grab Sarah’s book The Six-Figure Creative on Amazon 🔥 Follow Sarah on Instagram: @sarahmacmagic 🔥 Explore her podcast: Creative Magic Club 🔥 Check out her world of cosmic branding & the Millionaire Witch Club at https://withsarahmac.com/  🔥 Want the same support Sarah had? Apply for The Brand Is You Mastermind—a 3-month brand + biz accelerator designed to help you grow with intention, strategy, and support. This episode is your reminder: You don’t have to choose between structure and soul. The most powerful brands are built from both. Trust your magic. Make a plan. And let it be fun. Remember: The Brand Is You. Show up with integrity, create with heart, and let’s keep building brands that are built to evolve.