Creating a body of work is as important to building a personal brand as it is to demonstrating commitment and proficiency in a craft.
The important word there is “commitment”. When you continue to build, grow, and share what you've learned in a specific area. your consistent effort evolves into brand associations.
For example, when the conversation changes from “That’s David the graphic designer” to “That’s David the graphic designer who’s known for his work in 3-D design and illustration", David is doing something right!
If you’re thinking that this process sounds like personal and professional legacy building, you’re right. If you’re thinking it’s something you should intentionally think about for your career, you’re probably right again. But be known for something you really want to be known for. Build the body of work that really reflects YOU.