The Daily Hint with Jens Heitland
The Daily Hint is a short daily reflection on leadership, visibility, and how executives are understood as their responsibility and influence increase.
Hosted by Jens Heitland, CEO of Heitland Media Group and former Global Head of Innovation at IKEA Centres, each episode offers a concise observation drawn from real leadership experience inside complex organizations.
These are not tactics or growth advice.
They are quiet insights on reputation, trust, and leadership judgment, shared in under a minute.
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540 - Everyone Wants the CEO Title. Few Build the Brand That Earns It
Becoming a CEO isn’t just about performance; it’s about perception. This episode explores how your personal brand shapes visibility, trust, and leadership opportunities.
494 - What Opportunities Exist for Me to Become a Recognized Industry Expert or Thought Leader?
Explore how CEOs and leaders can leverage the digital landscape to become recognized industry experts and thought leaders. This episode outlines the real-world benefits of strategic visibility.
487 - What Is The Unique Value My Personal Brand Brings To The Company's Market Position?
Discover how a CEO’s personal brand can elevate company visibility, build trust, and humanise leadership. Discover why showing up as a person, not just a title, can create a strategic advantage.
419 - Why Most CEOs Are Afraid to Build a Personal Brand (But Shouldn’t Be)
Fear of judgment stops many CEOs from building a personal brand—but in today’s world, people connect with leaders, not just companies. This episode breaks down why personal branding is essential for business success and how to overcome hesitation to show up authentically.
418 - A Day in My Life as a CEO & Thought Leader
A CEO’s personal brand isn’t separate from their business—it’s a growth engine. In this episode, learn how to balance running a company while building influence, directing attention to key opportunities, and driving real business results through thought leadership.
417 - How to Build a $100M CEO Network Through LinkedIn in 90 Days
Most CEOs use LinkedIn the wrong way—sharing company posts instead of building real connections. In this episode, learn how to create a high-value CEO network, engage with decision-makers, and leverage LinkedIn for real business growth in just 90 days.
415 - Unpopular Opinion, Being a Great CEO Isn’t Enough Anymore
Being a great CEO isn’t enough—attention is the new currency. Learn why personal visibility matters more than ever, how CEOs can step into the spotlight, and why leading a company isn’t the same as leading an industry. Tune in to discover how to build CEO influence.
411 - The #1 Mistake Most CEOs Make in Personal Branding
Many CEOs still believe personal branding is optional—but that’s a costly mistake. In this episode of The Daily Hint, learn why relying solely on corporate messaging is outdated and how showing up as a thought leader can give you a competitive edge. Discover how to build a personal brand that sets you apart.