I Spent 16 Years in Marketing — Here’s What I’d Do If I Was Starting Over in 2026

I Spent 16 Years in Marketing — Here’s What I’d Do If I Was Starting Over in 2026

Author: Michelle Thames December 10, 2025 Duration: 5:39
Michelle shares the exact steps she would take if she had to rebuild her entire brand from zero in 2026, based on 16 years of marketing experience and working with 100+ brands. This episode breaks down the new rules of visibility, community-building, and personal branding for the year ahead.

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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Podcast Episodes
When You’re Forced to Slow Down, Pay Attention [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 6:49
In this episode, Michelle shares a real-time reflection after hosting her Elevate & Align retreat and being forced to slow down, revealing how pauses can bring clarity, alignment, and stronger leadership. It’s a reminder…
Building Community at Scale: Live with Eventbrite CEO Julia Hartz [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 33:07
In this live episode of Social Media Decoded, Michelle Thames sits down with Julia Hartz, CEO of Eventbrite, to explore how real-world events and community are shaping the future of visibility, connection, and growth in…
The Visibility Reset: What Actually Matters Going Into 2026 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 5:42
In this episode, Michelle breaks down what truly matters for visibility going into 2026, focusing on clarity, community, and intentional leadership over noise and trends. This is a grounded reset for entrepreneurs who wa…