Authority is Built, Not Given — Here’s How to Start

In this episode of The SMARTA Podcast, I’m joined by global brand strategist and creator Dain Walker to talk about building an authentic brand that actually connects — and why clarity, obsession, and personal responsibility are the real game-changers.

🎙️ In this episode, you’ll learn:

– Why “attention is currency” in today’s world

– The #1 mindset shift that unlocked Dain’s success

– How to grow without waiting for the perfect moment

– Tactical advice for finding your niche + standing out

– What it really means to take full agency over your life

💡 This episode will help you:

✓ Get clear on your message

✓ Build credibility without faking it

✓ Create content that feels real

✓ Turn your obsession into opportunity

✓ Stop waiting — and start leading

📚 Check out Dain's book The 90 Brand Plan on Amazon.

In this episode:

00:00 – Welcome

02:01 – How Dain Started His Brand Strategy Journey

04:45 – “Attention Is Currency” – Why Content Isn’t Enough

07:32 – Taking Full Agency Over Your Life and Success

11:09 – The Moment Dain Knew He Was Meant for More

13:20 – How to Turn Your Obsession Into a Scalable Brand

16:44 – Common Mistakes People Make With Their Brand

20:12 – The Power of Consistency and Repetition in Messaging

24:35 – Clarity Over Aesthetics: What Branding Really Means

28:10 – Why Confidence Comes from Reps, Not Followers

31:58 – Building a Personal Brand That Doesn’t Feel Fake

35:40 – The Myth of the “Right Time” to Start

38:23 – Tactical Advice: Find Your Niche and Solve a Problem

41:05 – The Brand-Builder’s Mindset: Focus, Value, Authenticity

44:18 – Final Thoughts: Creating a Brand That Reflects You

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