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Jun 17
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How to Start a Podcast That Attracts Cli...

Michelle Thames
About this episode

Thinking about launching a podcast, but not sure where to start—or if it’ll even move the needle for your business? In today’s “Booked & Visible” series episode, Michelle Thames pulls back the curtain on how her podcast became the engine for her brand, community, and client roster. If you want a step-by-step, no-fluff guide to using podcasting as your #1 visibility tool in 2025, this is your playbook.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

  • Why podcasting is the most underrated personal branding tool for women entrepreneurs in 2025

  • The 3 keys to launching a podcast that actually attracts dream clients (not just more followers)

  • How to plan binge-worthy, shareable episodes—even if you’re starting with a tiny audience

  • Michelle’s behind-the-scenes workflow for using one podcast episode across Instagram, LinkedIn, Stories, and email

  • Simple, actionable steps to turn listeners into leads (without being salesy)

✨ Ready to use your voice to grow your business and get paid?

Don’t miss the next episode:
Tomorrow, Michelle shares a powerful client case study—see how real women go from invisible to booked out using her system.

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