Have you ever had to deal with a petty leader in your organization? I’ve discussed brand boosters and bruisers on the show before, and pettiness definitely falls into the bruiser category. However, reflecting on an encounter I had years ago has inspired me to branch off the topic of petty branding into a three-part mini-pod series to help you build a stronger, more impactful brand.

In this first episode of the series on the Branding Room Only podcast, you’ll hear how the word ‘petty’ is officially defined and learn the acronym I created for it. I’ll also give a brief introduction to my story of dealing with a petty leader and reveal a few ways in which pettiness as part of your brand impacts your leadership and organization.

00:21 - How Webster and The Urban Dictionary define petty and my acronym for it

2:18 - Brief introduction to my story dealing with a petty successor to a visionary leader

5:27 - Examples of the consequences of being petty in your branding

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This episode is brought to you by PGE Consulting Group LLC.

PGE Consulting Group LLC is dedicated to providing a practical hybrid of professional development training and diversity solutions. From speaking to consulting to programming and more, all services and resources are carefully tailored for each partner. Paula Edgar’s distinct expertise helps engage attendees and create lasting change for her clients.

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We're starting off 2026 with a bang with my New Year's Intention and Goal Setting session on January 3rd, and then my new three-part series, LinkedIn Strategy for Lawyers: Build a Brand that Works for You, running January through March. 

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