MARKETING STRATEGIST COURTNEY R. RHODES REVEALS THE ART OF 'BECOMING A BETTER YOU' IN NEW BOOK "MAKE YOUR MARK: PERSONAL BRANDING THROUGH 'ON-PURPOSE' LIVING" -- AVAILABLE NOW ON AMAZON.COM

Advice guide shows readers how to present their best selves via social media, networking and their personal image

In this age of social media, there's never been a more critical time to understand the power of personal branding. The newly-released

Make Your Mark: Personal Branding Through 'On-Purpose' Living does just that.

A timely advice tool from author, marketing strategist and entrepreneur Courtney R. Rhodes, Make Your Mark is designed for the modern-day professional, college student or dreamer looking to achieve lifelong goals through smart use of their personal brand. Rhodes has channeled her 20+ years of sales and marketing expertise into relatable strategies that will motivate you to harness your most valuable asset -- you! -- and show you how to take your dream from vision to victory.

In Make Your Mark, readers will learn:

1.     What your personal brand is and why it matters

2.     How to embrace your authenticity to build your 'on-purpose' brand

3.     Effective communication skills for a positive lasting impact

4.     How to build and engage your network through social media platforms

5.     Designing a personal image that aligns with your brand story

"I have always believed that we innately hold the power to change our lives," says Rhodes. "Much of that power lies in understanding our personal brand - essentially our authentic selves - and how to present our brand to the world. I wrote 'Make Your Mark' because I've witnessed firsthand how just a few smart changes to your communication skills, relationships and overall image can significantly impact your career, goals and life."

Make Your Mark: Personal Branding Through 'On-Purpose' Living is now available on Amazon.com and www.courtneyrrhodes.com.

Follow Courtney on Instagram and Twitter at @thebrandista.