Send us Fan Mail In this special episode of the Built to Be You Podcast, Michaela sits down with Brittany Anderson, a virtual assistant turned VA mentor and coach, to reflect on their journeys of growth and evolution over the past few years. Brittany was one of Michaela’s first supporters during her transition from travel nursing into entrepreneurship. Now, Brittany is a mom to a soon-to-be two-year-old and has built a thriving VA business while stepping into mentorship and coaching oth...
Apr 4, 2025
38 min
Send us Fan Mail You know that dream—the one that keeps whispering to you, but fear, self-doubt, and scarcity keep pushing it aside? This episode is your reminder that you are the one who’s meant to bring it to life. Your experiences, your story, and your unique lens are what make you powerful. If you don’t see the career path, the opportunity, or the conversation you wish existed, it’s because you’re meant to create it. Plus, I’m sharing why I built Virtual Nurse Career Day and how it’s brea...
Mar 28, 2025
16 min
Send us Fan Mail Ever feel like your career just isn’t clicking, but you don’t know why? In this episode, I sit down with Eva Curran, career and business coach, to talk about the power of self-awareness, understanding your energy, and using tools like personality assessments and energy leadership to create a career that actually fits you. We dive into personal stories of burnout, unexpected pivots, and the game-changing mindset shifts that help you stop feeling stuck and start feeling soverei...
Mar 21, 2025
56 min
Send us Fan Mail Ever felt like you were forcing yourself into a box that just didn’t fit? Whether in your career, relationships, or daily life, understanding yourself at a deeper level is a game changer. In this episode, we explore why self-awareness is your greatest superpower—helping you make decisions with confidence, set boundaries without guilt, and step into a life that truly aligns with you. Plus, I introduce the Nurse Archetype Quiz, the first-of-its-kind tool designed to help nurses...
Mar 14, 2025
14 min
Send us Fan Mail In this episode, I’m sharing a special conversation from Strides for Strength podcast, the run coaching business I co-founded with Erin. We dive into the transformation from athlete to coach, what it means to lead by example, and the parallels between running, personal growth, and entrepreneurship. We also reflect on the ups and downs of building a business while working full-time as nurses, overcoming self-doubt, and pushing past fear. If you’ve ever questioned if you have w...
Mar 7, 2025
39 min
Send us Fan Mail In this conversation, Michaela and Lindsey dive into the often-taboo topic of finances, exploring the intersection of emotional well-being and financial habits. Lindsey, a financial therapist, shares insights on how childhood experiences shape money beliefs and the importance of addressing emotions tied to spending. We discuss the impact of social media on consumer behavior and offer practical strategies for discerning needs from wants. The conversation emphasizes...
Feb 21, 2025
49 min
Send us Fan Mail In this powerful and unapologetic episode, Michaela is calling out the dreamer inside of you. Are you ready to step into your full potential, even if it means not being everyone’s cup of tea? As you pave your path, chase big dreams, and embrace your unique journey, Michaela challenges you to let go of the weight of others' opinions and fully commit to being the change-maker you were meant to be. Through relatable stories and tangible insights, Michaela shares how she’s learne...
Feb 7, 2025
19 min
Send us Fan Mail What if you trusted yourself the way you trust your GPS to guide you to the nearest Target with the best dollar section? In this episode, Michaela dives deep into the concept of self-trust and how it impacts the decisions we make every single day, from the small, seemingly inconsequential ones to the big, life-altering choices. Using relatable examples like trusting your smartwatch to measure your run or your GPS to find the fastest route, Michaela challenges us to reflect on...
Jan 31, 2025
12 min
Send us Fan Mail In this episode we dive deep into the messy, magical gap between outgrowing the old you and stepping fully into the confident, aligned version of who you’re becoming. With real talk about transitions, embracing discomfort, and following your inner nudge, Michaela shares her journey of cultivating patience, clarity, and confidence to embrace her future self. If you’ve ever felt stuck in the gray space of “it’s not that bad,” this episode is your permission slip to break free, ...
Jan 23, 2025
15 min
Send us Fan Mail In this transparent episode, Michaela pulls back the curtain on her entrepreneurial journey, sharing the highs, the lows, and everything in between. From navigating imposter syndrome to building businesses that align with her purpose, Michaela reflects on the lessons she's learned about success, grit, and staying true to her vision. Whether you're dreaming of starting your own business, already on the journey, or simply curious about the reality of entrepreneurship, this epis...
Jan 10, 2025
19 min
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