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Ep. 80 Beyond the Feed: Vulnerability, Voice, and the Creator Economy with Shawn Lim

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In this episode, Shawn Lim, founder of Human Algorithm, shares his journey from journalism to creating a purpose-driven media platform focused on personal branding and representation. He discusses the impact of his personal experiences and on his content creation and the importance of authenticity in personal branding. Sean emphasizes the challenges of sharing personal stories publicly while maintaining a focus on helping others through his message. He also explores the future of the creator economy, particularly the growing significance of podcasts.


Takeaways

  • Shawn Lim founded Human Algorithm to create representation for marginalized communities.
  • His journey into journalism began with a desire to write and tell stories.
  • Personal experiences, especially as a parent, have shaped his content creation.
  • Authenticity and vulnerability are key in personal branding.
  • He emphasizes the importance of not oversharing or trauma dumping.
  • Shawn believes that sales and marketing are essential for personal branding.
  • Podcasts are a growing staple in the creator economy.
  • He aims to help others through his content and storytelling.
  • Creating a platform for his daughter has been a driving force in his work.
  • Asking questions and seeking understanding is crucial in all endeavors.

    • Chapters

    00:00 Introduction to Personal Branding and the Creator Economy

    03:07 Sean Lim's Journey into Journalism and Media

    06:07 Creating Human Algorithm: A Purpose-Driven Platform

    09:04 The Impact of Personal Experiences on Content Creation

    11:44 Navigating Vulnerability and Authenticity in Personal Branding

    14:55 Challenges of Sharing Personal Stories Publicly

    18:12 The Future of the Creator Economy and Podcasting

    21:11 Final Thoughts and Messages for the Audience



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