I thought I knew enough about personal branding and positioning, but Lida Citroen opened my eyes to how I can elevate myself. Her experience in working with everyone from entrepreneurs, military personnel, athletes and top CEOs gives her great perspective and experience to bring to anyone's personal situation. No matter where you are in your life or what you're doing, Control the Narrative is an outstanding book to help you understand and shape the way the world sees you. * Marc Vandermeer, Vice President of Broadcasting, Houston Texans Football Team *
A strong personal brand is essential if you want to stand out and get noticed in today's business marketplace. In Control the Narrative, Lida Citroen shows you exactly what it takes to discover, design and deploy an effective brand and reputation management strategy. If you want others to recognize your talents and unique contributions, read this book. * Dorie Clark, author of Reinventing You and executive education faculty, Duke University Fuqua School of Business *
Now more than ever, it is critical to create a strong personal brand to differentiate yourself, and create a meaningful and rewarding path forward. The stories and exercises in this book provide a proven framework that takes you from where you are to a brand that delivers on its promises. * Charles Good, President, Institute for Management Studies *
With nearly 25 years of experience in the military, professional services and corporate America, I see Control the Narrative as the set of tools that I wish I had when I started my career. In this tight and engaging book, Lida provides real-world examples from her decades of experience as a successful career coach and professional mentor. Lida clearly articulates both the opportunities and risks provided by social media. Control the Narrative provides a set of tools that modern executives need to leverage the power of social media as they manage their brand in an increasingly digital world. * Doug Bartels, Sr. Director, Corporate Strategy, Honeywell Aerospace *
Lida generously offers up a foundational, easily digestible, step-by-step guide for anyone who wants to ensure they leave their desired legacy on this world. Her guidance in self-reflection and a pursuit of sincerity, without the pressure of perfection, is game changing! * Lauren Addy, National Program Manager, Colonial Life *
Lida is able to help you merge the perception of who you are to yourself with who you are to the world in a completely authentic and genuine way. She has shown me, and many of our CEOs, how to take control of our reputation. Through this book, she shares both the strategies and tactics to make it happen for anyone. This will be added to the must-read list for all of our investees and clients. This is needed, relevant and usable information in today's world. * Kevin Custer, Founding Partner, Arc Capital Development *
Control the Narrative is the summation of Lida's extensive work in reputation management and personal branding, working across many countries and for many years. This is a must-read for anyone looking to increase their visibility, value and impact. * Debra Fine, keynote speaker, trainer and bestselling author *
One of the most valuable skill sets for a successful executive is their ability to control the narrative both internally and externally. Control the Narrative is Lida's best book yet! She has an uncanny ability for teaching executives how to build a strategy around reputation that will produce successful outcomes. * Myron Pincomb, (CAS), CEO, International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards *
If you are tempted to think that personal branding is about having a nice website, polished resume and lots of followers on social media, stop and read this book. Personal branding is deeply rooted in your own values. Lida Citroen takes you on an amazing journey of discovering them and using them as foundation for your unique personal brand, which will stay with you. A great read that will change the way you are seen by others and by yourself. * Jacek Lawrecki, International Communications Executive *
When I need advice about personal branding, I call Lida Citroen. In Control the Narrative, Lida deftly shares her expertise in a way that we can all access. Lida shares real-world examples from leaders she has coached, which brings the book to life. She also sets out clear actions we can all take to invest in our personal brands. This is a must-read for any professional looking to leverage their career. * Morag Barrett, CEO SkyTeam and author of Cultivate: The Power of Winning Relationships and The Future-Proof Workplace *
As a millennial, LinkedIn is second nature to me, but Lida explained to me how to control the optics of social media to land my first sales position. Later, and through the hard work of personal brand strategy [with Lida], I secured an opportunity to lead and establish a market-disrupting sales team. If you are on the front nine of your career, like me, harnessing your personal brand is effort you need to invest immediately by reading Control the Narrative! * Whitney Hake, Senior Vice President, TRANSWESTER *
Lida Citroen's stellar analysis of all the factors needed to compete in a post-COVID world is an essential read for anyone looking to leverage their talents and get ahead. Individuals can no longer bank on a decent education and a strong resume - they must be deliberate and intentional when thinking about their narrative. If they are not, then they could be left behind. * Jamie McLaughlin, Founder + CEO, Monday Talent *
