Shawn Lim on Owning Your Voice in the Age of Algorithms

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Show Notes

Guest: Shawn Lim, Founder of Human Algorithm

Host: Santhosh Venkatesh

In this special episode of The Unsold Podcast, Santhosh Venkatesh sits down with Shawn Lim—content creator, former journalist, and founder of Human Algorithm—to talk about the power of storytelling, personal branding, and building authenticity in a world run by algorithms.

From his early struggles growing up in Singapore, to his journey through advertising, journalism, and finally into the B2B creator economy, Shawn opens up about his life, lessons, and mission to humanize digital spaces.

This conversation is a must-listen for startup founders, marketing leaders, and aspiring creators who want to build brands rooted in authenticity, not just algorithms.

Key Talking Points:

✅ Shawn’s early life, challenges, and turning points that shaped his authentic voice

✅ His transition from advertising and journalism into full-time content creation

✅ Why building a personal brand isn’t optional in today's B2B world

✅ The importance of owning your audience (and not relying solely on platforms)

✅ Storytelling as a competitive advantage in the age of AI

✅ Why businesses must champion internal voices, not just logos and products

✅ Tips for overcoming fear of video, content creation, and self-promotion

✅ The philosophy behind Human Algorithm and what it aims to create for the next generation

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