In this episode of the Woman Everyday Podcast, our host Regina Joy Lane sits down with Melanie Denny Solomon, a personal branding consultant, self-marketing expert, certified LinkedIn strategist, and founder of the Empowered Presence Framework. Melanie shares her incredible journey from being a renowned resume writer to transitioning into the world of personal branding, all while balancing her roles as a wife and mother of three, including 5-year-old twins!

Join us as we dive deep into Melanie's story of navigating the complexities of motherhood, ambition, and marriage. Discover how she manages to maintain her personal and professional growth, nurture her family, and thrive in her career. Melanie opens up about her struggles, triumphs, and the defining moments that have shaped her journey.

Highlights of the Episode:

• Introduction to Melanie Denny Solomon: Learn about Melanie's background as a personal branding consultant and her journey from resume writing to establishing her own branding firm.
• Balancing Act: Melanie shares her experiences balancing motherhood, including raising twins, and her professional ambitions. Hear her candid thoughts on feeling overwhelmed and how she manages to find equilibrium.
• The Transition from Resume Writing to Personal Branding: Discover why Melanie decided to shift her focus and how she made the transition to personal branding, helping brilliant women of color gain visibility and capitalize on new opportunities.
• Support Systems: Melanie talks about the importance of asking for help, building support systems, and how her husband has been her pillar of strength.
• Mental Health and Motherhood: A deep dive into Melanie's experience with postpartum depression and how therapy helped her navigate this challenging phase.
• Empowering Women in Business: Insight into Melanie’s philosophy on self-marketing and personal branding for women, especially in a gig economy where personal brands are increasingly vital.
• Society's Expectations of Women: An engaging discussion on societal pressures and the unrealistic expectations placed on women to excel in every role.

Key Takeaways:

1. Ask for Help: Melanie emphasizes the importance of seeking support, whether it's through family, hired help, or community, to manage the demands of motherhood and career.
2. Personal Branding Beyond the 9-to-5: Learn how building a personal brand can open doors and create opportunities beyond traditional employment.
3. Mental Health Matters: Melanie's journey underlines the significance of mental health and the need to mourn the loss of your former self to embrace new identities as a mother and professional.
4. Creating Your Own Rules: Melanie encourages listeners to define their own paths and make their own rules in their marriages, careers, and family life.

Connect with Melanie Denny Solomon:

• LinkedIn: Melanie Denny Solomon
• Instagram: @melaniedennybranding
• Website: Empowered Presence

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