299: Betting on Yourself: Leaving Corporate America to Start her Own Business, ft. Michelle Nehlen

Updated: Jun 6, 2023

On Air with Ella - podcast episode 299

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She bet on herself...

Have you ever felt stuck in a job that doesn't fulfill you? Do you dream of pursuing your passion but fear the unknown? In this episode, Ella interviews Michelle, a member of the On Air with Ella podcast fam, about her journey from working in Accounting to starting her own professional organizing business.

Ella and Michelle emphasize the need for planning and preparation before taking the leap to start a business. Michelle also shares practical tips for those starting their own business.

In this episode:

  • What made Michelle come to the retreat last year in Miami? What did she get out of it?

  • How her side hustle became her new, full-time business: "Life Organized by Michelle"

  • How long did she tinker with the idea of leaving her corporate job? What made her finally take the leap?

  • How can we redefine failure? hint: Failure is guaranteed

Michelle has 4 questions for Ella:

  • What is Ella's greatest fear?

  • What keeps Ella motivated?

  • What's coming up on the pod?

  • What TV does Ella binge watch? (And what show does she despise?!)

If you're feeling stuck in your current job or considering starting your own business, this episode offers practical advice and inspiring insights from someone who has been there.

See episode #299 timestamps here.

If you like this episode, listen in on a conversation with Ella and listener Mandy on her journey from yo-yo dieting to deciding how to live her life with full intention and pursuing health instead.

Michelle doing her Ella impersonation at the 2022 Live Better retreat :-)

MEET MICHELLE

Michelle Nehlen is a former Accountant turned Professional Organizer and Certified Home Organizer, located in Wilmington, NC. Michelle offers decluttering and organizing services to clients who are experiencing stress, anxiety and overwhelm in their space and aren’t sure where to begin. "I help clients find peace, functionality, and relief from clutter."

IG: @life_organized_with_michelle

FB: @Life Organized With Michelle

Web: lifeorganizedwithmichelle.com

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