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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The Real Reason You Haven’t Grown (And It’s Not Your Content) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 6:37
If your brand isn’t growing, it’s probably not your content — it’s your clarity, positioning, and decision-making. In this episode, Michelle Thames breaks down the real reason entrepreneurs stay stuck and what actually d…
Why I’m Not Just a Marketing Strategist Anymore [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 5:50
In this episode, Michelle Thames shares why she’s evolving beyond the label of “marketing strategist” and what it really means to outgrow an identity in business. This conversation explores leadership, brand evolution, a…
Why Everyone Sounds the Same Online Right Now [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 6:04
In this episode, Michelle Thames explores why creators and brands are starting to sound identical online and how trend fatigue and borrowed language weaken authority. She explains why clarity, conviction, and identity ar…
Visibility Without Identity Is a Liability [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 4:13
Visibility without identity creates noise instead of influence. In this episode, Michelle Thames explains why authority starts internally and how clarity transforms the way people experience your brand.
Why Marketing Alone Isn’t Enough Anymore [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 6:25
Marketing alone is no longer enough to build trust or drive growth. In this episode, Michelle Thames explains why leadership, clarity, and community now matter more than tactics, and how evolving your approach changes ev…
The Pressure to Perform Is Killing Your Message [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 5:44
In this episode, Michelle Thames explores how the pressure to perform online is weakening messages and draining authority. She explains the shift from leading with conviction to creating content out of obligation and how…
Visibility Without Burnout: Why Doing Less Is the New Power Move [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 5:57
In this feature episode, Michelle Thames explains why visibility without burnout starts with clarity, not hustle. She shares how doing less, curating your presence, and leading with strategy creates more impact than chas…