Talha Hanif is a LinkedIn content designer who helps founders turn their personal brands into content that actually connects. With a background in computer engineering and a deep respect for design that works, Talha has quietly built a business that speaks louder than most personal brands. He’s worked with creators, coaches, and entrepreneurs to develop visual identities that don’t just look good, they feel right. No fluff, no shortcuts, just thoughtful design rooted in clarity, intention, and human connection.In this episode, you...
Talha Hanif is a LinkedIn content designer who helps founders turn their personal brands into content that actually connects. With a background in computer engineering and a deep respect for design that works, Talha has quietly built a business that speaks louder than most personal brands. He’s worked with creators, coaches, and entrepreneurs to develop visual identities that don’t just look good, they feel right. No fluff, no shortcuts, just thoughtful design rooted in clarity, intention, and human connection.
In this episode, you’ll get a free masterclass in design, consistency, and showing up for the long game. Talha shares how he built a standout brand without ever cold pitching, how AI fits into his creative process, and why success means nothing if you can’t stay grounded. From scaling a business to supporting his wife’s fashion brand to still making time for cricket, family, and the gym, this is what creating with purpose looks like. If you’ve ever doubted your creative path, this conversation might just reframe everything.
Connect with Talha:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/personal-brand/
https://talhaqurashi.com/
https://www.instagram.com/talhadesign786/
Timestamps:
00:00 – The one trick that helped him grow on LinkedIn
00:40 – Welcoming Talha to the podcast
01:23 – From engineering to design
02:39 – How posting turned into a business
04:02 – Building a career without chasing clients
05:06 – Designer vs artist: key difference
07:41 – Behind the scenes of his client process
10:16 – Why design isn’t subjective
11:40 – What he does when creativity runs low
13:33 – The power of not needing leads
15:38 – How he gets clients without pitching
16:45 – Why he never sends cold DMs
17:40 – What his business looks like today
18:04 – Why he doesn’t post for leads anymore
20:24 – Why most people quit LinkedIn too early
22:12 – Outlasting others beats outsmarting them
23:06 – The most helpful content advice
24:42 – Using emotions in design and copy
25:01 – Honest take on AI in design work
27:25 – The one red flag when hiring designers
28:44 – Advice if you’re not good at design yet
29:15 – Canva vs Figma vs Adobe
30:41 – Why he teaches his team every tool
31:17 – A Canva product built from 500+ carousels
32:27 – Who inspires him right now
33:44 – Balancing design, business and life
34:48 – Why Instagram didn’t work for him
35:05 – What keeps him consistent on LinkedIn
36:36 – His “Jasmin test” for content that lasts
37:08 – His life beyond design
38:17 – Cricket, gym, and daily routine
39:13 – Getting abs back and staying fit
41:00 – What the gym taught him about life
42:29 – Favourite books and takeaways
44:08 – Helping build a fashion brand
45:02 – Where to find Talha online
45:30 – Story behind the “17 milliseconds” line
46:46 – Final thoughts and reflections
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