If you’ve ever wondered how some entrepreneurs consistently land speaking opportunities, panels, and corporate invitations, this episode breaks it down.

Spoiler: It’s not luck.

In this episode of Social Media Decoded, Michelle Thames shares the strategy behind her recent speaking momentum — from Career Day and community events to corporate ERG panels, Power Table Live, and curated networking experiences like Coffee + ChatGPT.

This isn’t about chasing stages.

It’s about building them.

With over 15 years of online experience as a blogger, influencer, agency owner, and marketing strategist, Michelle explains how speaking opportunities compound when you focus on ecosystem building, proximity, and infrastructure — not pitching.

If you’re a solopreneur, coach, consultant, or creative looking to grow your authority and get booked without begging, this episode is your blueprint.

The difference between exposure and positioning

Most people wait to be picked.

Michelle shares why convening — hosting events, creating conversations, and building rooms — positions you as a thought leader before you ever step on a stage.

In this episode, she explains:

• How pre-networking builds familiarity before panel appearances

• Why corporate ERG panels expand credibility beyond entrepreneurship

• How stacking rooms across industries increases visibility and leverage

If you want to be the “obvious one” in your space, you need more than a polished bio — you need proximity and infrastructure.

Coffee + ChatGPT

An intimate, strategy-focused gathering where solopreneurs learn how to leverage AI, visibility systems, and backend infrastructure without losing their voice.

Join Here: https://www.beyondthebook.online/events-1/chatgpt-coffee-a-simple-guide-for-real-business-owners-guest-presenter-michelle-thames

You don’t need to chase stages.

You need to build rooms.

Authority compounds when you consistently convene, connect, and position yourself strategically across aligned spaces.

Michelle Thames is a marketing strategist, podcast host of Social Media Decoded, and founder of Thames Media Solutions. She helps multi-passionate women entrepreneurs build visibility ecosystems that turn attention into revenue and opportunities.

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If social media ever feels unpredictable, this episode is your reminder that real business stability doesn’t come from algorithms — it comes from ownership.

In this episode of Social Media Decoded, Michelle Thames breaks down why email marketing continues to generate revenue even when Instagram engagement dips or content doesn’t “hit.” After 15+ years online as a blogger, influencer, agency owner, and marketing strategist, Michelle shares how email systems create calm, predictable income — without panic posting or chasing trends.

This is not theory. This is lived experience.

If you’re building a personal brand, coaching business, agency, or online offer and want sustainable growth, this episode will show you why email marketing is still the most powerful asset in your digital ecosystem.

How to stop panicking when algorithms shift

Michelle explains how:

Weekly consistency beats daily chaos

If you’ve ever wondered whether email marketing is still worth it — this episode answers that clearly.

Michelle references her live session:

“What’s In My Kit: The Backend Systems That Turn Visibility Into Revenue.”

In this workshop, she walks through:

How to build backend systems without overcomplicating your business

Sign up here: https://partners.kit.com/mt-workshop

Visibility without systems is noise.

If you want sustainable growth, higher-ticket clients, speaking opportunities, partnerships, or consistent sales, your email list is not optional — it’s foundational.

Michelle Thames is a marketing strategist, podcast host of Social Media Decoded, and founder of Thames Media Solutions. She helps multi-passionate women entrepreneurs build visibility ecosystems that convert attention into revenue.

If you’re curious about the exact email platform Michelle uses to power her automations and nurture sequences, it’s linked in the show notes.

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If you’ve built your business online but feel called to host in-person workshops or live events… this episode is for you.

In today’s episode of Social Media Decoded, I’m sharing a live strategy session with Mariah, founder of Mariah Magazine and an SEO educator who has taught online for 10 years and is now ready to step back into in-person events—but feels nervous about where to start.

We turned her 30-minute visibility strategy session into a live podcast episode so you can hear exactly how I help entrepreneurs move from stuck to strategic.

If you’ve ever wondered how to host a workshop, plan an in-person event, price tickets, fill seats, or transition from online authority to real-life community building, this episode is your blueprint.

Simple ways to make your event share-worthy (without overcomplicating decor)

We also discuss:

Event monetization vs. brand positioning strategy

You’re not nervous — you’re evolving.

Authority online is powerful.
Authority in proximity is embodied.

If you’ve been teaching, coaching, or serving online for years, hosting in-person workshops can deepen your brand, increase trust, and create powerful networking opportunities.

You don’t need more content.
You need clearer positioning and a strategy that matches your next level.

Mariah is an SEO consultant and educator helping entrepreneurs get found on Google and AI through practical, actionable search engine optimization strategies.

She runs an SEO membership, teaches on YouTube, and consults with businesses and marketing teams looking to build long-term visibility through search.

Connect with Mariah:
Instagram: @mariahmagazineco
Threads: @mariahmagazineco

If you want clarity like this:

Join the Elevate & Empower Collective
Or book a Visibility Strategy Session

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In this episode of Social Media Decoded, Michelle Thames breaks down why trend fatigue, borrowed language, and algorithm-driven messaging are causing originality to disappear across social media platforms. She explains how losing your voice quietly weakens authority, why conviction matters more than virality, and how to reclaim clarity in your brand messaging.

This is a must-listen for entrepreneurs, creators, consultants, and professionals who want long-term visibility without blending into the noise.

The long-term strategy behind authentic visibility

Anyone tired of sounding like everyone else

Visibility is not about copying what works. It’s about anchoring your message in identity and conviction. The brands that last are not the loudest — they are the clearest.

Check out the Collective: https://michellethames.com/elevate-and-empower-collective

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Visibility alone no longer builds authority. In this episode, Michelle Thames explains why showing up without identity clarity creates noise instead of trust, and how real authority starts internally before it ever shows up online.

Topics Covered

How identity shapes visibility

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Marketing used to be the answer. Post consistently, follow trends, stay visible.
But in today’s landscape, marketing alone is no longer what builds trust, authority, or sustainable growth.

In this episode of Social Media Decoded, Michelle Thames breaks down why the brands, creators, and business owners winning right now are moving beyond tactics and into leadership, clarity, and community.

You’ll learn why audiences are tuning out traditional marketing, what decision-makers are actually paying attention to, and how evolving beyond “just marketing” changes your visibility, positioning, and long-term revenue.

This episode is for entrepreneurs, creators, professionals, and executives who feel like they’ve outgrown surface-level strategies and want to build something that lasts.

How to evolve your brand without starting over

Leaders ready to shift from tactics to impact

Follow Social Media Decoded for daily conversations on visibility, leadership, and modern marketing strategy.

If this episode made you rethink how you’re showing up, you’re exactly where you need to be.

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In this episode of Social Media Decoded, Michelle Thames breaks down how the pressure to perform online is weakening messages, draining creativity, and eroding authority. She explains the difference between performing for attention and leading with conviction, and why content has shifted from expression to output for so many entrepreneurs and creators.

This conversation is a wake-up call for anyone who feels visible but disconnected from their voice and ready to reclaim clarity, confidence, and leadership in their messaging.

Building visibility rooted in conviction, not pressure

The right audience connects through resonance, not performance

Anyone ready to shift from performance to leadership

If you want support building visibility rooted in clarity and leadership, explore joining the Collective for ongoing proximity, strategy, and community.

Follow Social Media Decoded for daily conversations on visibility, marketing, and message clarity.

Michelle Thames is a marketing strategist, podcast host, speaker, and community builder with over 15 years of experience helping entrepreneurs and professionals build sustainable visibility and authority without burnout.

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In this feature episode of Social Media Decoded, Michelle Thames introduces her philosophy shift around visibility, marketing, and sustainable growth. She explains why doing less, not more, is the new power move and how entrepreneurs, professionals, and creatives can stay visible without burning out.

This episode reframes daily content, consistency, and promotion and shows why clarity, curation, and strategic visibility matter more than hustle.

Creating content with intention instead of pressure

Sustainable marketing starts with strategy, not volume

Leaders who want long-term authority and impact

If this episode helped you rethink visibility, follow Social Media Decoded for daily conversations on marketing, clarity, and community-led growth.

If you’d like to support the podcast, you can use Buy Me a Coffee to help keep these conversations going.

Michelle Thames is a marketing strategist, podcast host, speaker, and community builder with over 15 years of experience in digital marketing, visibility strategy, and brand growth. She helps entrepreneurs and professionals build sustainable visibility ecosystems that convert without burnout.

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What if one DM… one cease-and-desist… or one copyright flag could shut down everything you’ve built online?

In this episode of Social Media Decoded, Michelle sits down with Kailey Jacomet, founder of Brand Law Boutique, to break down the real legal risks creators, influencers, and online business owners face—often without even realizing it.

If you post, sell, collaborate, or build community online, this episode is a must-listen.

The one legal template every online business should invest in first

How to stay visible, profitable, and legally protected

Exclusive listener discount (code in episode description)

If this episode saved you from a future legal headache (or a five-figure mistake), screenshot it, share it, and tag @michellelthames + @kaileyjacomet with your biggest takeaway.

Post proudly. Sell smart. Protect your brand at all costs.

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In this episode of Social Media Decoded, Michelle Thames breaks down the rise of ragebait content and asks the real question most marketers avoid: does it actually build brands, or just inflate engagement? Drawing from years of experience in marketing, visibility, and personal brand strategy, Michelle explains why ragebait works, when it hurts your credibility, and who should avoid it altogether.

This episode helps entrepreneurs, creators, and business owners understand how to stand out without sacrificing trust, authority, or long-term growth.

Why clarity and positioning matter more than attention

Strategic visibility outperforms short-term virality

Brands focused on long-term growth and trust

If you want support building visibility that attracts aligned clients instead of just attention, join the Collective for ongoing strategy, feedback, and proximity. https://michellethames.com/elevate-and-empower-collective

Follow Social Media Decoded for daily conversations on marketing, visibility, and brand growth.

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