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The Hidden Entrepreneur Show with Josh CaryFear: Zero. You: Won. Author: Josh Cary
Josh Cary spent 40 years in hiding. That's right! He was hiding every part of himself in every situation, showing up in personal, social, and business trying to be the person he believed others expected of him. After feeling utterly exhausted from wearing that mask, and knowing deep down he is cut out for much more in this life, Josh ripped off the mask and is now on a mission to help other business-savvy professionals 'unmask' themselves too. Hear honest stories from successful entrepreneurs, creatives, and small business owners who were also once in the darkest of hiding places so you may rediscover your world, connect beautifully with others, and excel in all you set out to do. Hiding Sucks. Are you ready for the new score? Fear: Zero. You: Won. Language: en Genres: Business, Education, Entrepreneurship, Self-Improvement Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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How to Build a Brand Without Becoming Another Empty Influencer with Erik Cabral
Episode 440
Thursday, 9 July, 2026
What does it really mean to build a personal brand today?In this episode of The Hidden Entrepreneur Show, Josh Cary is joined by longtime friend, colleague, and business partner Erik Cabral, along with 710 WOR and Fox News personality Natalie Migliori, for a lively and thoughtful conversation about aging, identity, storytelling, podcasting, and the difference between influence and true authority.This conversation moves from funny generational throwbacks and unexpected life stories to deeper insights about insecurity, self-awareness, media, and what it takes to become someone people actually want to listen to.Whether you're an entrepreneur, executive, podcast host, business leader, or creator trying to build visibility in a noisy world, this episode offers a grounded look at personal branding, podcasting, and thought leadership that is rooted in real experience rather than surface level attention.What You’ll Learn in This EpisodeThe Difference Between Influence and Authority: Why building a personal brand is not about pretending to be important, but becoming someone with real value, perspective, and experience to share.Why Experience Changes Everything: Eric reflects on moving from corporate America into entrepreneurship, and how confidence often comes from doing the work long enough to stop needing to prove yourself.The Role of Insecurity in Growth: Josh, Eric, and Natalie explore how insecurity shows up in performance, media, business, and life, and why self awareness can become a turning point.How Storytelling Gives Meaning to Life: From a child being born in a car to memories of radio, mixtapes, Friends, and appointment television, the episode shows how stories become the connective tissue between generations.Why Podcasting Is Only One Piece of the Media Puzzle: Eric shares how modern visibility now includes podcasts, YouTube, stages, books, workshops, and community building.The Power of Building an Ecosystem Around Your Brand: For entrepreneurs and leaders, the goal is no longer simply to be on one platform. The real opportunity is to create a media ecosystem that builds trust, authority, and business.Why Community Still Matters: Natalie points out that the best brands give people a place to connect, discuss, and feel part of something meaningful.
