8 years later, some people still think I’m the ads guy (I’m not.)

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Championing your work publicly can lead to misconceptions about your role, as seen in the author's experience being mistaken as the 'ads guy' 8 years later

intermediate Published 26 Apr 2026
Action Steps
  1. Reflect on your public persona and how it may be perceived by others
  2. Assess the potential risks and benefits of publicly championing your work
  3. Develop a strategy to manage your personal brand and reputation
  4. Consider the long-term implications of being associated with a particular role or industry
  5. Establish a clear and consistent message about your work and expertise
Who Needs to Know This

This article is relevant to entrepreneurs, startup founders, and marketers who publicly promote their work and may face similar challenges in managing their personal brand and reputation

Key Insight

💡 Publicly promoting your work can have unintended consequences on your personal brand and reputation

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