In this powerful episode of the Second Chance Podcast, Jeff Robertson sits down with Hersh Rephun, stand-up comic, brand therapist, storyteller, and creative force with over 20 years of experience in brand strategy. Through a blend of humor, heart, and clarity, Hersh brings a unique and holistic approach to helping entrepreneurs discover and articulate their brands with authenticity and purpose.

From a second chance at comedy to a second chance at love, Hersh shares how his personal evolution shaped his professional mission. Today, he empowers conscious and spiritual entrepreneurs to build heart-centered brands that align with their life purpose. His belief? We are constantly evolving, and we always have the opportunity to create new chances for ourselves.

Key Highlights:

  • Holistic Branding: Hersh breaks down what it means to be a holistic brand therapist and how branding is not just about logos and colors but about aligning with your mission, voice, and who you truly are.
  • Brand Therapy: Many entrepreneurs know they have something important to say but can’t articulate it clearly. Hersh offers done-for-you services that take the pressure off clients while guiding them to develop brand clarity, voice, and language that reflects their story and values.
  • Second Chances: Hersh opens up about his personal journey, including his return to stand-up comedy and building a new family life. He discusses how our perceived setbacks are often set up for transformation.
  • AI Meets Authenticity: With the rise of AI in business, Hersh is helping clients leverage tech while staying rooted in authentic human connection. He shares how AI can support brand voice when it is grounded in heart-centered clarity.

Quotable Moment: “We can’t see the back of our own heads, and sometimes we need someone who can reflect our value back to us with clarity.”

Who This Episode Is For: Entrepreneurs, coaches, creatives, and conscious leaders who feel stuck in their messaging, want to scale authentically and need help turning their lived experiences into a personal brand that resonates.

Connect with Hersh Rephun: Visit his website or here to learn more about Hersh’s holistic branding work and podcast appearances.

Closing Thought: Your brand is your truth. Whether you’re pivoting careers, building a new life chapter, or simply want to connect more authentically, this episode reminds us that clarity and confidence start with the courage to tell your story, and Hersh can help you do exactly that.