Podcasts, Interviews, and Presentations

From virtual meetings, on-stage presentations, publication features, and podcast guest spots, Michelle has had the opportunity to share her experiences and knowledge with wider audiences. All content that is able to be shared publicly is available below. Interested in having Michelle as a guest on your podcast or to speak at your next event? Click here to schedule a discovery call.

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Memory Makers Podcast

You don’t grow into leadership just because your business card says so.

In my conversation on the Memory Makers Podcast, we talked about how to make the leap from management to true leadership — the kind that inspires, empowers, and influences others long after your job description ends.

Because leadership isn’t about control.
It’s about connection.

Tune in and start growing into the kind of leader people choose to follow.

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Junk to Jewels with Georgette Beck

Michelle met Georgette at Brendon Burchard’s live GrowthDay event in Austin, Texas. They got to talking and knew there was a podcast conversation that needed to happen!

During this podcast interview, Michelle shares a lot of her personal and professional journey, why she decided to climb Mount Kilimanjaro in Tanzania, her self-published activity book, Stop Doom Scrolling, and how she turned her focus to coaching and training.

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Cultivating Success

Michelle recently chatted with her friend and chiropractor, Dr. Nor Jobarah, all about the power of building up your support system.

We talked about the difference between a mentor and a coach, how important it is to define success for yourself, and how too often giving yourself grace turns into excuses. While Cultivating Success is a podcast that focuses on new chiropractors and chiropractic business owners, there is something for everyone in this episode.

Listen wherever you get your podcasts or click the links below.

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Just Travel With Sandy

Host Sandy Colling had Michelle on her podcast to discuss all things travel. They talked about the experiences that have left lasting impressions on them and some of the biggest lessons they’ve learned along the way.

From navigating Swiss train schedules, to learning the differences in communication styles in Norway, Michelle offered perspectives on adventure travel, reminders that we are always in control of our level of kindness and our attitudes, and even shared about her activity book Stop Doom Scrolling.

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The Thoughtful Entrepreneur

Host Josh Elledge welcomed Michelle to the show where they discussed the concept of breaking free from “comfort zone paralysis”, and how Michelle encourages individuals to identify the red flags in their life and business—especially when those red flags are internal.

They also discuss Michelle’s activity book, Stop Doom Scrolling, which is designed to help people curb the unhealthy habit of endless social media scrolling and instead engage in activities that foster real-world joy and connection.

Listen to the episode directly through this link, or click the links below.

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Raving Coaches

As Laura Hulleman, host of Raving Coaches, says, “It is so scary as a new business owner to worry about all the unknowns. All the ideas swirl and you wonder, "Will this work? Will that work?"

In this episode, Michelle and Laura discuss just that. We discuss overcoming analysis paralysis, setting goals that actually matter, and how to get focused on scaling your business by your own rules.

Listen to the episode wherever you enjoy your podcasts, or click the links below.

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Books To Better Your Life

Michelle spoke with fellow coach and podcast host, Anne Brinkman, all about personal growth, doom scrolling our phones, and Michelle’s Kilimanjaro trek.

Check out the episode to hear more of Michelle’s activity book creation process, the highs and lows of the Kili climb, and how to approach helping someone break the habit of perpetual phone usage.

Listen to the episode wherever you enjoy your podcasts, or click the links below.

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Featured Local Story in Shoutout Colorado

Michelle was nominated by a friend and fellow entrepreneur for a feature in Shoutout Colorado - an online publication all about highlighting local business owners and amazing people.

Being interviewed by the team at Shoutout Colorado gave Michelle a chance to share more about why she started her business as well as how she helps clients drop the BS and reclaim control of their lives.

Click the button below to read the full interview for further insights on Michelle’s coaching business and the impact she’s felt from joining the incredible women’s connection company, Polka Dot Powerhouse.

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Savvy Marketing For Small Business

In this episode, Michelle talked with marketing expert, Samantha Sheppard, and shared how she broke free from other people's expectations and built a business that supports her life - not the other way around. Her and Samantha dove into why we chase goals that aren't really ours, how to break that cycle, and what it takes to create radical clarity in life and business.

If you're ready to drop the BS and make moves that actually matter, check it out!

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The Constant Quest Podcast

Michelle had the absolute joy of joining Tine and Taylor on their podcast, The Constant Quest. Their conversation was wide-ranging, deep, and vulnerable, and feels like long time friends having a chat about what really matters in life.

Tune in to hear stories on breakdowns to breakthroughs, why Michelle is a coach, Kilimanjaro, and more *real* conversation.

Listen to the episode wherever you enjoy your podcasts, or click the links below.

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Just Wanted to Ask

Michelle had the opportunity and privilege to be a guest on Anne Zuckerman’s podcast, Just Wanted to Ask.

They discussed topics like Michelle’s personal growth journey from software leader to business owner, the insights she brings to her clients from her years in the corporate and startup world, her climb of Mount Kilimanjaro, and how all progress is valid.

Listen to the episode wherever you enjoy your podcasts, or click the links below.

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Small Business Bestie Podcast

Michelle had the pleasure of sitting down with the founder and owner of Small Business Bestie, Michelle Smock, to discuss all things Kilimanjaro, personal growth, habits, and finding your community.

Listen to the episode wherever you enjoy your podcasts, or click the links below.

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Creative Mornings Denver

Michelle took the stage at Denver’s chapter of Creative Mornings to speak on the monthly theme of TRUST. Michelle shared stories from her trek to the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro and the important role trust plays in our lives.

Click below to watch the recording on YouTube.

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