Want Some "Not Nice Advice" Send Us A Text! Taya DiCarlo was focused on personal branding through social media long before it was cool to pick up a phone and talk to it. Today, she’s one of the most trusted voices in the real estate industry—not because she played it safe, but because she kept showing up even when she was being judged, doubted, or straight-up made fun of. In this episode, we are revisiting our discussion with Taya where we goes way beyond real estate and straight into t...
Want Some "Not Nice Advice" Send Us A Text! In this episode of Not Nice, Clever, we're hitting pause on branding and marketing advice and getting real about burnout—the kind that sneaks up on you while you're busy being "fine." Kat opens up about her own burnout story (spoiler: it wasn't pretty) and we break down how to recognize the warning signs before you hit the wall. Here's the thing: burnout doesn't mean you're weak or doing it wrong. It means you're human. And if you're a busines...
Want Some "Not Nice Advice" Send Us A Text! Your next level is calling, but there's one problem: you don't have all the answers and have no idea where to begin. In this episode of Not Nice, Clever, we sit down with the speaker, coach, and host of the Dream. Think. Do. Podcast, Mitch Matthews to explore why next level business growth doesn't require certainty—just curiosity and the courage to say 3 scary words... "I don't know." In this episode you'll learn: Why saying “I don’t kno...
Want Some "Not Nice Advice" Send Us A Text! In world thats starting to sound like a ChatGPT echo chamber, trust us when we tell you- if you're building a personal brand, being unmistakably human is your edge! In this episode of Not Nice, Clever, we explore how introverted entrepreneurs can leverage AI for personal brand growth without blending in with the bots. We're sharing practical ways to use AI while maintaining your voice, strategies to use tools like ChatGPT for analyzing trends,...
Want Some "Not Nice Advice" Send Us A Text! Yes, being tired of your own content is thing. We know. We've been there! But what if we told you it could actually be a sign of business growth? In this episode of Not Nice, Clever, we unpack why brand boredom happens and how to refresh your personal branding and marketing strategy without ghosting your audience. We'll cover: How to tell “I’m bored” from “it’s time to pivot”A simple four-step refresh you can run this weekFinding formats...
Want Some "Not Nice Advice" Send Us A Text! If you’re an introverted entrepreneur struggling creating content, this conversation will feel like a deep breath. We are joined by real estate pro and content creator Matt Lionetti, whose honest humor and refreshingly real videos have made him a standout in real estate marketing Matt opens up about how he transitioned from the brink of quitting to breaking records, showcasing how authentic storytelling can cultivate brand growth and a loyal f...
Want Some "Not Nice Advice" Send Us A Text! Today we're revisiting our conversation with Sharran Srivatsaa and exploring how being open to feedback can be lead to significant business growth and build a strong personal brand. Currently serving as President and Managing Partner at Acquisition.com alongside Leila and Alex Hormozi, Sharan Srivatsaa helps founders build extraordinary businesses. In this episode, Sharran breaks down his actionable Why / What / How / Now framework for creatin...
Want Some "Not Nice Advice" Send Us A Text! Social Media Marketing feeling a little extra challenging these days? You’re not alone. In this episode of Not Nice. Clever., we are break down what’s really working on Instagram in 2025—from using keywords for Instagram SEO, to creating carousels that keep people swiping, to understanding why engagement is about more than just likes. In This Episode We Share: How one luxury real estate agent used keyword-driven posts to go viral and attract n...
Want Some "Not Nice Advice" Send Us A Text! Big companies buy, sell, merge, and rebrand all the time and with Compass Real Estate's recent acquisition announcement, now felt like the perfect time to talk about why personal branding is SO important for ALL entrepreneurs! This isn’t just about real estate. Your personal brand is your most reliable insurance policy, no matter what industry you’re in. This episode is your reminder that if you’re building your career or while hiding behind s...
Want Some "Not Nice Advice" Send Us A Text! Could personal branding make you internet-famous? This week we’re talking with Whitney Uland - celebrity life coach, podcast host, and founder of How To Be Famous, who is rewriting the rules of visibility and proving that fame isn’t reserved for a chosen few. Whitney believes anyone can be famous (yes, even introverted entrepreneurs like all of us here in the Clever Crew), and she’s sharing how entrepreneurs, creators, and even introverts can ...
Want Some "Not Nice Advice" Send Us A Text! The loneliness epidemic is real — but it’s not hopeless. In this episode of Not Nice, we explore how introverted entrepreneurs can overcome social anxiety and master the art of personal branding. Join Human Connection Specialist and TEDx speaker, Brian Miller, as he reveals his journey from magician to a leading voice on connection. Discover practical strategies through his unique ‘Natural Networking Introduction’ framework that transfo...
Want Some "Not Nice Advice" Send Us A Text! In this episode, we explore the importance of performance strategies for introverted entrepreneurs. Performance isn’t just for athletes, it’s the missing piece in your business playbook that can lead to significant brand growth. Join us as we sit down with Khai McBride, a business performance coach and former competitive gymnast who has empowered everyone from Olympic athletes to top-producing entrepreneurs. Khai reveals that 80% o...
Want Some "Not Nice Advice" Send Us A Text! Entrepreneur fam, are you ready to transform your LinkedIn into a client-generating machine? In this episode of Not Nice. Clever, we delve into powerful LinkedIn lead generation strategies with Personal Brand Strategist Tyler Mount. Learn the essential three-step strategy that transformed his business into a six-figure success in just one year! Tyler dives deep into personal branding techniques and the intricacies of LinkedIn marke...
Want Some "Not Nice Advice" Send Us A Text! Struggling with your social media content? What if the struggle you’re hiding is actually the story your audience needs to hear? That’s exactly what happened to Eric Simon, aka The Broke Agent went from awkward open houses and commission panic… to running one of the most influential media brands in real estate. In this episode, we go beyond the memes. Eric breaks down how he built BAM Media, why most agents are still getting content completely...
Want Some "Not Nice Advice" Send Us A Text! Is luck actually random—or can you create your own? Today’s guest, Nicole Perone, says luck isn’t some mystical force reserved for the chosen few. It’s a strategy—and she’s living proof. As the SVP at the #1 retail mortgage company and host of The Billion Dollar Banker podcast, Nicole has been studying what she calls the science of luck! In this episode, we dig into what it really takes to create your own opportunities through personal branding and ...
Want Some "Not Nice Advice" Send Us A Text! Your brain on AI? Turns out, it might be shrinking. No, really. We brought on marketing legend Ann Handley to talk about what AI is doing to creativity—and how to stop sounding like every other ChatGPT-generated caption out there. In this episode, we dive into the relationship between creativity and AI with the extraordinary Ann Handley. Discover how AI can impact your brand and business growth, and learn how to retain your authenticity ...
Want Some "Not Nice Advice" Send Us A Text! Today, we’re calling out the habits that are killing your confidence… because you can be brilliant at what you do—booked, busy, and bringing in results—and still feel like you're constantly questioning yourself. Our guest today is the incredible Shadé Zahrai, a “leadership alchemist”, peak performance researcher, and the person top execs call when they want to stop getting in their own way. We are breaking down what neuroscience actually says about ...
Want Some "Not Nice Advice" Send Us A Text! Is being an introverted entrepreneur and feeling 'too much' really a problem… or an empowering move in personal branding? In this episode, we’re sitting down with Shivani Peterson—loan officer, speaker, coach, and expert in embracing authenticity as an 'introverted entrepreneur'. Shivani is known for saying the quiet part out loud on sensitive topics like money, motherhood, hormones, politics, and mental health. She shares how her refre...
Want Some "Not Nice Advice" Send Us A Text! If you’ve built the business, hit the milestones, and checked all the boxes—but deep down you’re wondering is this it?—this conversation will hit home. In this episode, we dive into the core question: What do you really want as an introverted entrepreneur? Max, a personal development coach and author of 'What the F*ck Do You Really Want?', is known for his candid approach to personal branding and helping entrepreneurs with a growth mindset to ...
Want Some "Not Nice Advice" Send Us A Text! Feeling burned out but afraid to take a break from your business? You’re not alone. In this episode we are getting real about behind-the-scenes life pauses that had nothing to do with tropical vacations—and everything to do with real life. We are also answering DMs and Not Nice Advice submissions about what it really looks like to take time off as a business owner, specifically for those prioritizing brand growth without feeling like they’re f...