The Maude Method Workshop: Polished and Powerful, organized by global branding firm Maude Labs, gathered entrepreneurs, founders, and creative leaders in a high-touch workshop on personal branding at Manila House, BGC.
Have you noticed how today’s most thriving brands feel more human and relatable? From founder-led stories to employee-driven content and authentic community building, the spotlight has shifted toward people. Why? Because people trust people. This is what the Maude Method Workshop is all about.
The workshop opened with Maude Labs CEO Tin Santos, who set the tone for the day with a powerful reminder. “People connect with people. The brands we follow, the businesses we support, the leaders we look up to—it’s always because of the story behind them. That’s why your personal brand matters so much.”
Starting from the inside out
The workshop started strong with Tiffany Cohen, The Billion Dollar Healer™ from New York, whose transformative session helped participants confront and rewrite the inner narratives that often keep them stuck.
“95% of your life is lived in the subconscious mind. That means 95% of your life is on autopilot,” she shared. “You’re living in the past, in learned patterns, in family stories—even generational ones. Without awareness, you end up living from your wounds, making decisions from your wounds, and capping what’s possible in your life.”
Cohen guided attendees through practices that cleared mental and emotional roadblocks, leaving them equipped with practical strategies to pursue their goals with renewed clarity and confidence.
The mindset on how to show up
Going deeper into the inner work, participants also got the opportunity to hear editorial and fashion photographer Artu Nepomuceno share what it takes to get seen, featured, and leave an impression.
“People often think standing out means chasing trends, but the truth is, the most powerful thing you can do is be respectfully but unapologetically yourself. Every experience you’ve had makes you unique, and when you lean into that honesty, that’s when people truly take notice,” Nepomuceno said.
Joanna Preysler, director of Provenance Art Gallery, offered timeless wisdom from her own journey of resilience and reinvention. “Every setback is an invitation to rise. Your story can be rewritten,” Preysler shared. For Joanna, “True presence is when your inner story aligns with how you show up—authentic, grounded, and ready to be seen.”
Attendees also heard from life coach of VPH Coaching and Maude Labs Chief of Growth Victoria Herrera on purpose and the inner work of being seen. “Clarity isn’t just about knowing what to do next,” Herrera explained. “It’s about aligning your values, vision, and voice so that every step feels true to you.” She added, “When you ground yourself, you stop running from the noise and finally start listening to your own truth.”
A premium workshop experience
To complement the learning experience, attendees received professional editorial-style headshots, giving them a head start in elevating their personal branding profiles.
They also went home with curated gift bags featuring products and vouchers from generous event sponsors, including Riamarisse, V&M Naturals, Daily Carry, Trinkets, Danolyte, Pili Ani, Glutawhite, Metafit GLS, Electric Studio, Lunes Everyday Dining, Aeropostale, Smile Lounge Sydney, Ashluxe Nails, Beyond Collective, Scentsmith Perfumery, and Shenanigans.
This was the second Maude Method Workshop, following the successful debut earlier this year, further solidifying its reputation as a premier space for leaders to refine their personal brand.
The experts in personal branding
For those who missed the workshop but want to strengthen their personal brand, whether for a website update, brand identity development, or content creation, Maude Labs offers tailored brand audits and strategy sessions. Interested professionals may email discover@maudelabs.com.
About Maude Labs
Maude Labs is a global personal branding and strategy house for founders to show up with clarity, confidence, and impact. They specialize in personal branding that goes beyond aesthetics, blending strategy, storytelling, and design to build brands that are as intentional as they are influential.
You can visit their website at www.maudelabs.com and follow their socials at @maude.labs.
