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Jun 29
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Visibility, Authority & Selling Online: ...

Michelle Thames
About this episode

Ever wish you could ask a marketing strategist your burning questions about getting visible, building authority, and selling online? In this Q&A Sunday episode of the Booked & Visible series, Michelle Thames answers the most common—and powerful—questions from women entrepreneurs and coaches about standing out, growing a community, and making sales with confidence in 2025.

From overcoming overwhelm to growing your email list, selling daily without being salesy, and conquering imposter syndrome, Michelle shares actionable advice and the real-world strategies she uses with her clients. Whether you’re just starting out or ready to level up, this episode is packed with tips you can use right now to see results.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

  • How to stay visible when life gets busy or unpredictable

  • The fastest way to grow your email list with the right audience

  • Simple, authentic ways to sell every day—without feeling pushy

  • How to become the go-to expert in your niche, even with a small following

  • One thing you can do this week to move your business forward

  • Mindset shifts to beat comparison and imposter syndrome

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