In a world where AI can answer any question and mimic nearly every expert voice, how do you stand out? Ivana Ivanek says the answer is personal branding — and she makes a compelling case for why showing up as you is the only way forward in 2026 and beyond.
In this empowering episode of the What the Nell!? podcast, Nell sits down with personal branding strategist, keynote speaker, and mindset coach Ivana Ivanek. They dive deep into what it means to be visible in the age of AI, how to overcome the fear of judgment, and why building a values-based brand isn't just a strategy — it's a necessity. Ivana shares her vulnerable story of failure and reinvention, and she gives tactical insights for anyone looking to start or refine their personal brand today. If you've ever felt paralyzed by the fear of being seen or questioned whether your story is "enough," this conversation is your permission slip to get visible, get strategic, and get going.
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction to Personal Branding and AI
00:41 Meet Ivana Ivanek: Founder of Fabulous Foundations
01:07 Ivana's Journey and Mission
02:41 Discussion on Personal Branding in the Age of AI
04:33 The Importance of Visibility and Personal Branding
09:52 Overcoming the Fear of Being Judged
16:31 Practical Tips for Content Creation
20:49 Quality Over Quantity in Content Creation
22:08 The Importance of Failure in Success
22:41 Personal Stories and Overcoming Setbacks
28:22 Sharing Your Story and Building a Personal Brand
32:38 Balancing Authenticity and Privacy
37:12 Getting Started with Personal Branding
38:26 Where to Find More from Ivana Ivanek
Connect with Ivana:
Ivana Ivanek, founder of Fabulous Foundations is a keynote speaker, brand strategist, mindset coach, and host of the Online Business By Design Podcast. She specializes in helping teachers, coaches, and educators build personal brands that drive profit and impact. Coming from a background where entrepreneurship wasn’t even a possibility, Ivana faced significant challenges on her journey. Through this, she learned that failure is not the end—it’s the key to success.
Today, Ivana is on a mission to empower others to tap into their full potential and build personal brands that align with their dreams, creating both the success and the life they desire.
IG: https://www.instagram.com/ivanaivanek_
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ivana-ivanek-426553230
Your Brand Story in 5 Simple Steps: https://mailchi.mp/f157da71d7b0/brandstory
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Jan 20 202631 min