Sept. 29, 2025

How Being Genuine is a Critical Advantage For Startup Founders w/ Christine Blosdale, Expert Authority Coach (Edu)

How Being Genuine is a Critical Advantage For Startup Founders w/ Christine Blosdale, Expert Authority Coach (Edu)
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Standing out has gotten even more difficult thanks to the flood of AI content, and many early-stage founders mistakenly believe they need to act like corporate brands to be taken seriously.


In this episode, Yaniv chats with Christine Blosdale, an award-winning media coach, podcaster, and branding strategist. Together they discuss how authenticity, personal branding, and “expert authority” can give founders a massive edge in today’s AI-driven startup landscape.


They also explore how to overcome imposter syndrome, use AI responsibly, and build a founder-led brand that attracts talent, customers, and investors.


In this episode, you will:

  • Discover why authenticity is now the ultimate differentiator in the age of AI and algorithmic content
  • Learn how to build “expert authority” to boost your reputation and visibility as a founder
  • Overcome imposter syndrome with practical mindset shifts that make content creation easier
  • Apply Christine’s tactics for repurposing podcasts, blogs, and videos to scale your personal brand
  • See why founder-led branding attracts better hires, investors, and partners
  • Create a simple media kit to clarify your mission, credentials, and unique value proposition


Learn more about Christine here: https://www.christineblosdale.com 



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Learn more about Chris and Yaniv

Work 1:1 with Chris: http://chrissaad.com/advisory/  

Follow Chris on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrissaad/  

Follow Yaniv on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ybernstein/



Producer: Justin McArthur https://www.linkedin.com/in/justin-mcarthur

Intro Voice: Jeremiah Owyang https://web-strategist.com/