You've worked hard to craft a personal brand that makes you recognizable. Often, a piece of your style (whether it's bold glasses, a signature color, or a stack of bracelets) becomes your thing. It's your personal shorthand, the visual cue people instantly associate with you.

But then, when you consider evolving your look, fear starts to surface: “Will people notice? Will they still recognize me? Will they still value me without my ‘thing’?” What happens when that once-loved signature piece starts to feel less like a strategic asset and more like a comfort blanket?

In this episode of The Visibility Shift, I confront the universal struggle of letting go of the style element you’re known for, even when something tells you it no longer feels authentic. You’ll hear my personal story about a style element that kept me stuck for years and how I wrestled with the fear of losing value and followers. I’ll also give you the three crucial questions to ask to determine if your signature style is still an asset or the very thing keeping you from the next version of yourself.

This isn't about ditching your favorite accessories overnight. It’s about questioning the stories we attach to these objects and realizing your impact and presence rest on far more than just one visual cue.

2:47 - How your signature style element became a shorthand for other people

4:13 - How a daily creative practice became a massive source of resentment

8:46 - How my brain tried to talk me out of letting it go (and what happened when I did)

11:57 - Practical questions to decide if your “thing” is in alignment with you moving forward

17:17 - How a client discovered she could be more than just her crazy earrings

19:23 - Your overall brand is the sum of many things, not just one visual component

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The waitlist for my Standout Style Kick-Starter program is officially open. This is my signature one-on-one styling experience where we align your style with your overall brand strategy. If you're ready for more than just another shopping haul that leaves you with a stuffed, chaotic closet, then this is for you.

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