Michele Bates holds a Master’s Degree from the University of Wisconsin-Madison, she’s currently the Global VP of Comms and Engagement at Instructure, she’s a Marketing Genius, Wife, Mom, Therapist, and Writer, to name a few. Michele has been Refined By Divorce and many other very difficult life experiences, and yet she remains upbeat, engaged and willing to help.&nbsp;Listen in to hear our conversation, where she opened up about her life, and shared her wisdom and advice for women navigating the challenges of life, divorce, parenting and so much more.&nbsp;Links: <ul><li><a href="https://www.refinedbydivorce.com/refinedrebels" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">Read More About The Refined Rebels</a></li></ul> <ul><li><a href="https://www.refinedbydivorce.com/get-started/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">Is Entrepreneurship Right for You?</a> </li></ul> <ul><li><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@refinedbydivorce" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);">The Refined By Divorce YouTube Channel</a></li></ul> <ul><li><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/tracisimkins/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Connect on LinkedIn</a></li></ul> <ul><li><a href="https://www.refinedbydivorce.com/podcast/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Join the Inside Group - The Kaleidoscope</a></li></ul>

9 | Becoming Self-Sufficient after Divorce – Choosing the Right Service-Based Business

Going through a divorce is never easy. For women who put their own career or education on hold to support a spouse and raise their children, it adds an additional layer of difficulty, and it can become a poverty trap that is nearly impossible to climb out of.&nbsp;I offer a different option by teaching you how to build a small service business with little to no capital or experience. Entrepreneurship can be the solution to keeping you out of poverty, and divorce can be a great catalyst for change.&nbsp;If you are ready to rebuild a thriving life, with financial independence and the freedom and flexibility you need to navigate your post-divorce life, then Refined By Divorce is the place for you! You’ll learn to build a viable business and then analyze, adjust, streamline and optimize your way to further success!&nbsp;Every other week I share my own experiences, navigating two divorces while working both inside and outside the home, and in building a successful consulting practice, where I help other women to do the same.&nbsp;Every work day, I give you a small dose of Vitamin B -&nbsp; Business tips and tricks in the form of a quick injection to boost your energy for the day and supplement your business expertise.&nbsp;Success in business requires the right mindset, which is difficult to maintain in the face of personal challenges. With the right tools, resources and support, you can better manage the grief and loss of divorce, and more effectively integrate the changing roles and responsibilities at home and in your business.&nbsp;I’ve been there twice before, and understand the complexity of divorce and the fear you face when you’ve suddenly lost your partner, your home, your safety and security. It takes time and effort to rebuild your confidence and start over again, but it can be done. I’m living proof and I use both my personal and professional experience to help you create the life you need and want.&nbsp;&nbsp;If you want to recreate a new life of financial independence, freedom, flexibility and peace of mind by building a small service business, you're in the right place!&nbsp;Let’s do this!