What happens when you combine a love of music, a PhD in psychology, and a desire to help people feel better? For Dr. Michelle Ulor, it became Kinos Studio—a research-led consultancy using music to improve wellbeing, foster connection, and inspire change.

In this episode, Michelle shares her journey from DJ and music blogger to academic researcher to entrepreneur, and why she believes ambition, resilience, and a “healthy dose of delusion” are key entrepreneurial traits. We explore how she treats her business like a research project, the impact of her music-and-wellbeing workshops, and why entrepreneurship comes in many forms.

Whether you’re a music lover, a founder, or someone seeking inspiration for your own career pivot, Michelle’s story offers a fresh take on blending creativity, science, and purpose.

Innovators Who Have Her Attention:

Dr Efosa Uwubamwen, founder of Wellvrse

If you know someone who would be a great guest, please email me at [email protected] or send me a message on LinkedIn.

Cover art by Danielle Brooks: https://www.daniellebrooksillustration.co.uk/

Technical support from Abhinav Wadhwa: https://www.abhinavwadhwa.in/

Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):

https://uppbeat.io/t/vocalista/strangers-in-the-night-acapella

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