Invisible to Influential:How Personal Branding Changes Life | Huey Ching Foo | TEDxSunway University

Personal Branding Fundamentals - Personal branding helps individuals stand out, connect faster, build trust, and unlock opportunities [2] - Action is essential for growth; temporary embarrassment is often traded for permanent mediocrity by waiting [7] - Elevation requires separation from past versions of oneself [7][20] - Individuals should shape their own brand instead of letting others define it [9] - Visibility is something to be claimed, not waited for [13] Overcoming Challenges - Fear and perfectionism can hinder personal branding efforts [5][6] - It's important to act, do, and show up before feeling confident [7] - Failure is a necessary step towards improvement [16] Key Actions & Mindset Shifts - Be valuable first in order to be discovered [8] - Shift from a fear mindset to a purposeful mindset [11] - Say yes to opportunities even before feeling ready [13] - Focus on influencing those who need your story [15] - Define your identity, communicate your value, and show up with purpose [18]