Personal branding case study

From an idea to now an important strategic asset - Bjarke's personal brand

How Bjarke has deliberately built his personal brand into a strong platform for credibility, visibility, and new opportunities.

Bjarke Just Nielsen

Owner & Director

Results

Results after three months

31

Posts

317k+

Total Views

42%

More followers

“I had an idea that it could make a difference to take my personal brand seriously, but I’ve been surprised by how much it has moved the needle, and how quickly it’s happened.

Bjarke Just Nielsen

Owner & Director

648%

More profile searches
(in 90 days)

What happened?

With Hume vs. previous period

What was the impact?

How a personal brand lifts
the entire business

From seeking to sought-after

From chasing opportunities to having them come to Bjarke. Speaking gigs, new restaurant collaborations, and media coverage

A brand that lifts the group

His personal brand has made both Norrlyst Group and his other companies a permanent part of the industry conversation

Personal brand as the best ROI

Bjarke has had to rethink his own role as a leader and can now see that working on his personal brand is exactly what gives the most value for money & time, compared to many of the other things he previously prioritized

A look at the starting point before the journey began

What was Bjarke's starting point?

Bjarke had a sense that working on his personal brand could make a difference, but didn’t realize how big the potential actually was.

He was already a successful entrepreneur with several restaurants and tech companies behind him, but lacked a clear voice that could anchor his position in the industry and open new doors.

Full experience

“I had an idea that it could make a difference to take my personal brand seriously, but I’ve been surprised by how much it has moved the needle, and how quickly it’s happened.

In a very short time, Hume Agency has not only significantly boosted my visibility, but also helped shape a clear and credible brand around me as a leader, entrepreneur, and voice in the restaurant industry.

The work we’ve done together has meant that opportunities I previously spent a lot of time and effort chasing now come to me. From collaboration offers for new restaurants in the group to speaking gigs, podcast invitations, and industry interest. It has made both me and Norrlyst Group a permanent part of the conversation.

Even more importantly, it has sparked relationships and networks that matter both now and in the long run. Not just for my restaurants, but also for my tech companies.

My recommendation is to prioritize your personal brand and get structure, strategy, and execution from the Hume team – you won’t regret it.”

Bjarke Just Nielsen

CEO, Norrlyst Group

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Kasper

Personal Branding & Content

jl@humeagency.com

+45 51 31 66 68

About Kasper

Kasper works on bringing people’s stories to life. Through conversations he draws out what is interesting and turns it into content that engages and creates visibility.

He is genuinely curious and loves to listen – and that is also where his strength lies.

“I pick up on the nuances and try to bring out the best in the people I work with.”

Kasper keeps up with the world around him, always looking for new angles to make the stories even stronger.

A good day for Kasper is when there have been inspiring meetings, good conversations and the feeling that we have created something great together.

As a colleague he contributes with a great sense of humour, overview and a hug when needed.

In his private life his time goes to his girlfriend and dog – and to ideas. Lots of ideas…

“I always have 25 ideas for every 24 hours of the day.”

Christian

Personal Branding Consultant

jl@humeagency.com

+45 51 31 66 68

About Christian

Christian works on advising and executing on our clients’ LinkedIn strategy. Concretely, it is about finding the angles in their profiles that can become authentic content and strengthen their personal brand.

“People connect with people.”

What he is strongest at is understanding the person behind the profile. Quickly figuring out who they are, what they stand for – and what the right personal angle is. For Christian everything starts with the relationship.

“If that isn’t strong, I don’t get access to what I need in order to write great content.”

A good day for Christian is when there have been good client meetings and he has created results. What motivates him is quite simple: that the clients succeed. He sees it as a privilege to be allowed to be part of a client’s personal journey.

As a colleague he contributes with great energy, humour and closeness – and cares deeply about transparency and making sure the people around him are doing well.

In his private life he is a father of two – and that takes up everything right now. And he is the type where “what you see is what you get”… even though for many years he lied about being allergic to wasps.

Line

Marketing, Branding & Content

jl@humeagency.com

+45 51 31 66 68

About Line

Line works with marketing, branding and content – where creativity, strategy and execution meet. She helps businesses figure out what they are missing and how to move forward.

She is attentive, analytical and full of ideas – and nerds out on… everything.

“Anything I can nerd out on – and preferably 10 things at once.”

A good day for Line is when she has crossed off her to-do’s while good old R&B tracks play in the background – and when she simultaneously feels that she has made a difference and been there for her colleagues.

She is motivated by pushing ideas through and creating something that actually moves the needle.

As a colleague she contributes with great energy, curiosity and presence – and a good conversation about everything under the sun.

In her private life she is often out with her dog in the forest (preferably in rubber boots), at the gym – or busy filling up her camera roll. And yes… she was a role-player as a child.

Josephine

Student Assistant - Communication & Marketing

jl@humeagency.com

+45 51 31 66 68

About Josephine

Josephine works with communication and marketing, and is among other things responsible for Hume’s LinkedIn profile. She is also involved in various projects across the website and cases.

She is good at coming up with ideas and seeing them all the way through to life – even when the path isn’t entirely clear from the start.

“When I’m given a task, I take ownership and work my way through to a solution.”

She thrives with sparring, different perspectives, and is motivated by being able to put her own stamp on things and develop along the way.

A good day for Josephine is when deadlines are met – and when she is surrounded by her colleagues:

“Their great energy and teamwork give me both motivation and joy in my work.”

As a colleague she contributes with infectiously positive energy and a great sense of humour.

In her spare time she spends a lot of time with her friends and family. She also loves cooking and staying active. And she is the type who knows all the melodies – but none of the lyrics.

Johannes

Co-Founder

jl@humeagency.com

+45 51 31 66 68

About Johannes

Johannes is a Co-Founder, bad with words, but razor-sharp in a spreadsheet – something his girlfriend would potentially have appreciated if it were the other way around :).

He works on optimising operations and results for our clients through data analysis and business understanding in close collaboration with the right experts.

Jonas says he is an eternal realist, but he sees himself as the perfectionist realist who keeps his nose to the grindstone when ideas start pulling in all directions.

On top of that he manages the company card with a firm hand and ensures that more money comes into the business than goes out… A role that means he has to play the bad guy from time to time… Which he says he doesn’t like, but deep down enjoys just a little.

Jonas

Co-Founder

jm@humeagency.com

+45 22 44 40 72

About Jonas

Jonas is a Co-Founder and works with business development, sales and branding – but in practice he takes on whatever hats are missing.

He is good at quickly understanding situations and finding solutions – and at hyping the people around him.

“That’s also a weakness… it’s not always what you want, to have a solution to everything you say out loud.”

Right now he is especially focused on becoming a better leader as the team grows.

A good day is when the team is in flow – whether that’s laughing over a beer or being in full “war-room” mode on a case.

“It’s pretty awesome to be a part of.”

As a colleague he is the eternal optimist who sees opportunities and helps with direction.

In his private life he spends time with his girlfriend, football and life in Copenhagen – although he himself says his knees are like those of a 78-year-old. And he also needs to recharge every now and then… preferably with a sofa and Netflix.