The Thought Leader Revolution Podcast | 10x Your Impact, Your Income & Your Influence

"Trust is not a campaign. Trust is making deposits, planting seeds, giving of yourself and your knowledge and your perspectives without expectation of return, and then return happens.” “The human heart is all you have left. AI is coming.” In today’s noisy world, trust is the new currency—and your personal brand is the vault. Building a personal brand isn’t about ego or fancy marketing campaigns; it’s about being deeply intentional, showing up authentically, and connecting through values, stories, and service. True influence starts with a clear message, delivered consistently and with heart. Alan McLaren shares hard-won insights from decades of experience across leadership, marketing, and sales. He breaks down the shift from hiding behind logos to leading with personality and purpose. Whether you’re a solo coach or a CEO, it’s not enough to market—you must build trust at scale. Thought leadership isn’t optional anymore; it’s your only defense in a world racing toward AI and automation. Alan McLaren is the co-f