How to Get Sponsors for Your Event (Without Begging or Chasing)

How to Get Sponsors for Your Event (Without Begging or Chasing)

Author: Michelle Thames October 24, 2025 Duration: 6:22
In this episode of Social Media Decoded, marketing strategist and event host Michelle Thames reveals the relationship-first strategy that helped her attract sponsors like Chicago French Press and ShinePages for her Elevate & Empower LIVE event — without cold pitching or begging.

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 Filled a Room With Leaders (And What It Really Takes Now) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 9:08
In today's episode of Social Media Decoded, Michelle Thames pulls back the curtain on the real strategy behind selling out her recent live event — without relying on ads, hype marketing, or shouting online.
Still on a High: Elevate & Empower LIVE 2025 Recap [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 9:39
In this powerful recap episode, host Michelle L. Thames shares the unforgettable highlights and behind-the-scenes magic from Elevate & Empower LIVE 2025, her signature event for women entrepreneurs and multi-passionate c…
From Fired to Featured: Turning My Setback Into My Spotlight [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 5:10
After being fired from her “safe” job in healthcare, host Michelle L. Thames turned her setback into the launchpad for a thriving career in marketing, entrepreneurship, and now authorship.
How I Turn Podcast Listeners Into Clients [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 3:48
In this behind-the-scenes episode, Michelle Thames reveals exactly how her podcast has quietly become one of the most powerful client-attraction systems in her business. You’ll learn the step-by-step process she uses to…
Why Your Event Needs a Community Follow-Up Plan [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 5:32
In this episode of Social Media Decoded, marketing strategist Michelle Thames reveals the secret to creating lasting impact after your event — a powerful Community Follow-Up Plan.
The Real Reason My Event Sold Out (And It Wasn’t Ads) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 5:27
In this episode of Social Media Decoded, marketing strategist Michelle Thames reveals the real story behind her sold-out Elevate & Empower LIVE event — and how it happened without relying on paid ads.