From creating and selling ads on Madison Avenue, to founding his own agency and launching a massive podcast, Ryan Alford has spent his career building brands. And, on this week's episode, he joins Kelly for a killer conversation about how you can start your own powerful online brand. As Ryan explains, being able to "set the table" and make a first impression before you meet someone is critical. We cover all this, plus:

• How much of Ryan's life is on social media? Learn how a successful influencer balances his brand with a grounded lifestyle.
• Working on your personal brand? Ryan gives one secret that will make brand-building MUCH easier for you.
• The million-dollar mistake that galvanized Ryan to follow his talent, not his passion.
• And much more!

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