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From Fired to Fearless—How Reinvention Built a Multi-Passionate Empire ( Michelle Thames)
Season 7 Episode 66
What if losing everything was the spark you needed to build your dream life?
In this episode, Michelle Thames reveals how being fired from her healthcare job became the catalyst for a radical reinvention. Discover how she transformed a side hustle into a thriving business, built a digital marketing agency with her husband, and became a sought-after speaker and podcast host.
Michelle’s story is a masterclass in betting on yourself, embracing your passions, and turning setbacks into your greatest advantage.
What You'll Learn:
Why getting fired can be the best thing that ever happened to you
The power of starting small and building one client at a time
How to balance multiple passions without losing focus
The mindset shift every woman over 40 needs to thrive in business
Why you don’t need to be everywhere to build visibility
Timestamps:
00:02 — Fired & Fearless: Michelle’s turning point
02:10 — From Side Hustle to Full-Time: The birth of a business
04:30 — Building a Brand: Lessons from a multi-million dollar startup
07:15 — Betting on Yourself: The moment Michelle went all in
10:00 — Balancing Passions: Strategies for multi-passionate entrepreneurs
13:20 — Reinventing After 40: Advice for late bloomers
16:00 — Quickfire: Biggest leap, mindset shifts, and visibility mistakes
Guest Links:
Website: [Michelle Thames Media Solutions](#)
LinkedIn: [Michelle Thames](#)
Instagram: [@michellethames](#)
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