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Global recruiting expert, conscious leader, entrepreneur, and newly published author Dom Farnan joins Michelle this week. Dom shares with us her journey from burnout within a toxic corporate environment, to blossoming as a more mindful and compassionate leader who builds meaningful connections through her work with her company, DotConnect. She tells us about how she had to take a firm look at hers...

This week Michelle is joined by the incredible author, Sarah Levy.  She tells us all about her journey from the corporate world in NY city, to a successful published author.  Sarah also shares with us her powerful and brutally honest story of how she came to sobriety.  She shares with us how she found her group of people that supported her and helped her on her way to recovery, and how becoming so...

Have you ever felt the desire to write a book but have no idea where to even begin? This week Michelle talks with author and writing professor, Mary Otis, who shares with us how we can get started, what being a writer looks like, and her journey to becoming a writer. Mary also tells us all about her incredible new book, Burst, what inspires her to write, and what her writing rituals are that keep...

Have you ever wondered if you need a social media presence for your business? This week Michelle talks to social media expert, Cindy Zaweski, who started out as a journalist, tv reporter and producer, and who now has her own business Ascent StoryCraft, with which she helps people create content, strategy, and a solid plan for their social media. Cindy shares some incredible incites and information...

Have you ever stopped to wonder why your 24-hour day can look so different to someone else’s? Even when you have a window of time, or you schedule your week out to accommodate everything you must do, do you still find your to do list lingering at the end of the week? This week Michelle talks about how we may all have the same amount of time, but we definitely don’t all have the same 24 hours. Whet...

At some point in our life, I think we’ve all asked ourselves the question, ‘What is my purpose?’.  This week Michelle talks with the incredible Elizabeth Rosenberg, who specializes in helping people to discover their purpose, actualize it, and live it every day.  Elizabeth not only shares with us her journey as a PR professional, personal branding expert and founder of her own business, but she al...

This week Michelle talks to the fierce and talented Andrea Dunlop.  Andrea shares her experience of working in the publishing world, her journey to becoming a successful author of multiple books, her true crime podcast, and the inspiration behind her newest novel, Women Are The Fiercest Creatures.  Andrea and Michelle discuss the future of publishing, fiction vs non-fiction, the tech world, mother...

Have you ever thought about how your mindset works when it comes to money? Or what else is involved in your world and what can propel you forward? This week Michelle shares a very powerful conversation with Allyson Byrd about how she rediscovered her love of who she is, her love of people and her love of living her life the way she wants to live it.  Allyson now feels that she is filled with harmo...

This week Michelle gives us a wonderful look inside the world of getting a book published.  That’s right! Michelle shares her super exciting announcement of being published and tells us all about her journey from the beginning to the final stages. She shares with us the whole process including deciding what her book will be about, the lengthy process of writing a book proposal and what happens wit...

Have you ever listened to a podcast interview and thought to yourself how disengaged you feel from the speaker?  Did it feel like all they were interested in is your money and encouraging you to buy their product, service, or book? This week Michelle talks about how if all you want to get out of podcast interviews is an opportunity to sell, then they are not for you.   She shares real truths about...

Do you sometimes feel like you need to be everything to everyone all at once? Do you get distracted by the endless possibilities of things that you ‘should’ or ‘could’ be doing?  In this episode, Michelle talks about how this ‘Shiny Object Syndrome’ relates to your business and how it can prevent you from focusing on what is in front of you, ultimately taking you away from your true purpose. In Th...

This week Joann Zehenni shares her story about how she launched her own successful business at the incredible age of 17. Not only does her skincare line focus on helping people feel good in their skin every day, but the profits go towards research for lupus, which is a cause very close to her heart. Join us this week as Joann tells us all about how her business was born, what inspires her, and wha...

Do you think you have what it takes to be a good podcast guest?  Do you know the types of traits that encompass being a good podcast guest?  In this episode, Michelle goes over the important traits that you need to have to be a great guest. She dives into how to share your story in a way that will captivate your audience, while remaining authentic to your personal truth. In This Episode, Michelle...

It's a New Year with new resolutions and goals, but how about making 2023 your What If Year?  Zibby Books debut author, Alisha Fernandez Miranda joins me for a conversation all about her upcoming memoir, My What If Year . Alisha chronicles the four internships she took on right as the pandemic hit...from Broadway to the art world, to fitness and finally to an incredible inn in Scotland. Alisha was...

As a publicist and THE Podcast Matchmaker™, Michelle works with clients who have an established online presence and those just starting out. She talks to prospective authors and entrepreneurs on a weekly basis who are wondering when the right time to start their PR strategy is. Michelle continues to see these top 3 mistakes being made and is sharing them with you today so that you don't make them!...

Michelle is sitting down with author, speaker and global change maker and leader, Cathy Burke. Cathy's most recent book, Lead In , defines the 4 types of mindset categories that we all fall into. She not only defines them but teaches you how to lead, live and work differently now that you're armed with such powerful knowledge. Cathy was a global leader for 2 decades with The Hunger Project and kno...

As the new year approaches, many of you are probably looking ahead to what awaits you in the new year. That is not all we should be focusing on though. This week, I’m sharing my self-reflection for the past year and how we should all remember to acknowledge our accomplishments and how we survived our struggles. Join me to hear how I self-reflected and why you should too.    Michelle talks about:  ...

Think PR is not for you or your business? Think again. Join Michelle as she discusses what PR is really about and how your story and message is the center of it all. Michelle shares a big win for a client and walks you through how it unfolded. You'll be inspired to want to share your story with the world, and Michelle gives you the first step on how to make that happen.  Michelle talks about: What...

Michelle chats with Eve Rodsky, New York Times best selling author, attorney, and gender specialist when it comes to systems and helping individuals reclaim their creative life in a too busy world. Eve shares the importance of fair play in gender roles and life responsibilities. You’ll learn what exactly a unicorn space is and the three things to do to find it.     Michelle Talks About: How Women...

Do you struggle with saying no to every volunteer opportunity? Are you so busy that you have forgotten how to take time for yourself? Listen as Michelle shares these recent struggles of her own, and find out how she is learning to say no so she can say yes to things that truly fulfill her. In this episode, you’ll find inspiration to take time to do things that bring you joy and reassurance that yo...

Do you wonder if you need a large following on social media before you start to book podcast interviews? Do you even have your social media platforms set up? In this episode, Michelle dives into the importance of social media platforms and the minimum you should be doing for engagement. Want to start your own podcast? You’ll also learn how big of a following you need before you start. The answer w...

Zibby didn’t set out to find new love, but it, and a new career, happened unexpectedly at the age of 39. Join Michelle and hear Zibby’s story of how she became a successful book influencer, author, and successful podcaster while also being a mother of four. You’ll be inspired to make time for what you truly find important.   Michelle Talks About Taking Time For What’s Important To You Finding Love...

What do you stand for? What makes you unique? Have you shared this with the world? Join Michelle as she talks about the importance of personal branding whether you work for a company or have your own business. You’ll also learn why everyone should have their own name domain. This week’s episode will inspire you to step outside of your comfort zone and share with others what makes you special.    M...

Many parents struggle with finding plus-size clothing for their children, especially for those who are active. Pam Luk is solving that problem with her new line of plus-size clothing, Ember and Ace, for children. Join Michelle and Pam as Pam shares what inspired her to leave her corporate job to change the lives of children by designing athletic wear that actually fits! Michelle Talks About Plus-S...

A recent news article revealed the astonishing prices some podcast hosts are charging their guests for a chance to be on their show. Michelle shares her opinion on this practice and her experience with a host of one of these podcasts. Join Michelle as she also reveals why you shouldn’t pay to be a guest and the difference between advertising and public relations.   Michelle Talks About   ● The Dif...