Workplace Multiplier by Tola Akinsulire

July 24, 2025

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When Did Someone Last Seek Your Perspective?

Howdy ,

Let me tell you something that might surprise you.

You already have a personal brand.

Non-existent is a brand. "I think I know her" is a brand. Your brand is the impression or perception that people have of you right now.

Let me share something you may not know about promotions: People get promoted based on perception way above performance.

I know that might sting. But it's the reality.

Here's the thing about working internationally:

While you're perfecting your work, someone else is perfecting the narrative about their work. And they're getting the opportunities you deserve.

The DEI rollbacks happening across North America mean visibility must now be intentional and strategic. There was a time when good work alone could get you those promotions. That safety net is shrinking.

Your brand is either a door or a wall.

It's either allowing you to move forward or it's hindering your progress. Most people don't recognize this reality until it's too late.

The truth about recognition?

It's not automatic. It's strategic.

The same skills that make you excellent at your job - attention to detail, cultural sensitivity, collaborative approach - can actually work against you when it comes to visibility.

Your challenge today:

Ask yourself: When was the last time someone came to you specifically because of your international perspective?

If it's been a while (or never), that's not because your perspective isn't valuable. It's because it's not positioned as valuable.

Saturday's masterclass will show you exactly how to make your international experience impossible to ignore.

"Winning Beyond Borders: Your Global Career Advantage"

July 26th, 2025 | 6 pm WAT | 1 pm EST | 5 pm GMT | 7 pm WEST

Your brand matters more than you think.

Keep winning at work and in life.

Tola Akinsulire

Your Strategic Workplace Mentor

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