From Coffee to Community: How Chicago French Press Is Brewing Impact & Empowering Women Entrepreneurs

From Coffee to Community: How Chicago French Press Is Brewing Impact & Empowering Women Entrepreneurs

Author: Michelle Thames October 9, 2025 Duration: 17:55
In this inspiring episode, host Michelle Thames sits down with Kris Christian, founder of Chicago French Press — a woman-owned coffee brand that’s revolutionizing the way we sip, connect, and give back. Kris shares how she went from Wall Street to launching a coffee company that fuels communities, supports scholarships, and empowers the next generation of entrepreneurs.

Ever feel like the rules of social media are written in a language you don't quite speak? Social Media Decoded translates the noise into a clear plan. Michelle Thames, a marketing expert who understands the grind of building something from scratch, hosts these conversations. She moves past theory to focus on the practical moves that actually change things-how a piece of content can attract a dream client, or how to tweak a profile so it starts working for you. Each episode feels like a focused workshop, whether she's dissecting a platform's algorithm, walking through a content marketing funnel, or sharing a story from an entrepreneur who turned followers into a sustainable business. This isn't about viral moments; it's about building a visible and viable operation online. You'll find a direct, no-fluff approach here, designed for anyone ready to move from being just a user of these platforms to becoming a strategic builder on them. For actionable steps on monetization, audience growth, and crafting a brand that resonates, this podcast serves as an essential guide.
Author: Language: en-us Episodes: 100

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How I Use Riverside to Record, Clip, and Grow My Podcast [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 6:32
In this episode, Michelle Thames shares how she uses Riverside to record, clip, and grow her podcast. She breaks down her simple system for turning one episode into multiple pieces of content that drive visibility and op…
How My Community Members Are Getting Clients Right Now [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 5:52
In this episode, Michelle Thames shares real examples of how her community members are getting clients, building confidence, and creating opportunities right now. If you’ve been trying to grow your business alone, this e…
The Visibility Reset: What to Fix Starting Q2 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 6:07
In this episode, Michelle Thames walks through the key areas entrepreneurs need to fix entering Q2, including messaging, content, and conversion pathways. If your visibility isn’t turning into opportunities, this episode…
3 Ways to Make Your First (or Next) $3K in April [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 5:31
In this episode, Michelle Thames breaks down three simple and actionable ways to make your first or next $3,000 this month. She shares how to turn your knowledge, audience, and offers into real revenue without needing mo…
My Exact Funnel Using Shine Pages + Kit (Step-by-Step) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 9:17
In this episode, Michelle Thames breaks down her exact funnel using Shine Pages and Kit, showing how she turns content into leads, conversations, and clients. She shares a simple, step-by-step system that any entrepreneu…
I Did Everything Right… And Still Lost the Client [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 5:33
In this episode, Michelle Thames shares a real client experience where she delivered, showed up, and still lost the client. She breaks down the deeper reasons behind it and the lessons every entrepreneur needs to underst…
You Made a Content Plan… Now What? (The Missing Piece) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 5:25
In this episode, Michelle Thames explains why having a content plan is not enough to grow your business. She breaks down the missing pieces that turn visibility into real opportunities, including execution, conversation,…
Why This Video Went Viral (And How to Turn Views Into Clients) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 6:02
In this episode, Michelle Thames breaks down the strategy behind her recent viral Reel and explains how entrepreneurs can use the same principles to grow their visibility and convert views into real clients.
April Visibility Plan: What to Post to Get Clients Next Month [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 4:57
In this episode, Michelle Thames shares a step-by-step visibility plan for April, breaking down exactly what type of content entrepreneurs should post to attract clients. She explains how to use authority, proof, and per…