David FontaineBranding Lessons from Great Sharks for LinkedIn’s Open WatersWhat can sharks and other first-movers teach us about personal branding and engagement on LinkedIn?Jan 23, 2021Jan 23, 2021
David FontaineIs Your Brand Ready for the Talent-Stack Wars?Is every company really just a technology company? Most companies require proficiency in technology in order to reach customers where they…Dec 15, 2020Dec 15, 2020
David FontaineinThe StartupEncouraging Diversity in Stories Puts Any Dream Within ReachThe technology industry, like Hollywood, needs more diverse voices and stories to show this path is open for anyone. Tell your story.Aug 18, 2020Aug 18, 2020
David FontaineAs the Hero of Your Story, What’s Your Superpower?Failure is a shared experience, even for superheroes. Struggle makes for even better stories. Have you defined your super power?May 26, 2020May 26, 2020
David FontaineCOVID-19 Makes Us More of What We Are, Including LeadersHistory shows money and power intensify what we are. Add COVID-19 to the list. Learn from those who are leading and evolving in crisis.May 23, 2020May 23, 2020
David FontaineNature Abhors a Vacuum, Especially in Thought Leadership.Consider how you deliver and derive value from the community you serve by watching Dr. Anthony Fauci.Apr 30, 2020Apr 30, 2020
David FontaineinThe StartupEven in Klingon, It’s Still Gobbledygook“When people talk to themselves, we call it insanity. When companies talk to themselves, we call it marketing.” We are all guilty of…Mar 12, 2020Mar 12, 2020
David FontaineWest-Coast Mamba & The Tao of Chili PeppersWhat can Bill Walsh, Kobe Bryant and the Red Hot Chili Peppers teach us about thought leadership and personal branding?Feb 13, 2020Feb 13, 2020
David FontaineWho Needs a Massive, Personal Brand?61% of B2B decision-makers say companies with a clear vision and message can demand a premium. That’s why your personal brand matters.Feb 7, 2020Feb 7, 2020
David FontainePsst. Your Thought Leadership Content Sucks.A lot of us who work in tech like to think of ourselves as cutting-edge, innovators or early adopters of technology at the very least. If…Jan 31, 2020Jan 31, 2020