When the pressure’s high,
you need more than motivation.

These keynotes are built for the hard parts—and the growth that follows.

I speak to the moments that test you.

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My keynotes are direct, story-driven, and built for the parts no one prepares you for: pressure, burnout, setbacks, and the long road back.

These aren’t fluff-filled talks.

Born from lived experience, these talks help people shift how they show up, decide, and contribute.

I speak to rooms in motion.

People facing change.
Finding their footing.
Doing their best to rise in difficult moments.

What You’ll Walk Away With

After an hour with Michelle, your audience will walk away with:

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    Confidence.

    To rise to the challenge before them.

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    Tools.

    To stay grounded in the storm.

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    Language.

    To cut through pressure and overwhelm.

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    Strategies.

    To rebuild—when the plan falls apart.

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    Strength.

    To keep going, even when it’s hard, slow, or unfair.

Where I Focus

Each talk is tailored to your audience and event goals.

  • How to keep building when the path is bumpy.

  • Taking the setbacks and turning them into stepping stones.

  • Build confidence, conquer imposter syndrome, and strategically navigate entrepreneurship.

  • Leadership isn’t a title. It’s how you show up.

  • When starting over becomes a power move.

  • Owning your impact when the outcome isn’t easy.

  • Turning genuine relationships into strategic advantage.

Let’s chat.

If you or your team are navigating change, growth, or reinvention—let’s talk about what you need most right now. I’d love to learn more and see how I can help.