Let’s put things in perspective:
That means there are 51.8 trillion volts of energy within you!
The average person has 37 trillion cells in their body.
Each cell has 1.4 volts of energy.
The most powerful recorded lightning bolt was 300 million volts.
The potential within you right now is 172,666 times more powerful than the most powerful lightning bolt recorded!
successful
future.
successful future.
AND THAT’S HOW YOU CREATE A
momentum.
DAILY ACTION CREATES
ACTIVATION LEADS TO
ACTION.
Twenty-five years of HR, recruitment, and coaching experience taught me that self-confidence is the spark that activates human potential, AKA the awesome. It’s a life skill that complements the rest of your skills and tools. And I believe activating the awesome is the missing link to success.
You’ve already tried “shelf-help” — personal development tips from books or online courses like gratitude lists, mindfulness, exercise routines, and meditation. The new practices help a bit, but they rarely stick. Eventually, you put the ideas (and routines) back on the shelf and wonder what’s wrong with you.
Well, I’m here to tell you that there’s nothing wrong with you! You’re already awesome, exactly as you are. You just don’t know how to activate it yet.
I’ve interviewed thousands of people, from new graduates to CEOs. Many weren’t connected to their true identity. This disconnect led to stress, anxiety, and depression. They felt disillusioned and overwhelmed. Yes, it’s the norm for many people, but it doesn’t have to be your norm.
OR ONLY GOING THROUGH THE MOTIONS IN LIFE?
ARE YOU REALLY LIVING
What if your entire being said and believed these statements?
I CAN achieve my goals and create the future of my dreams!
I AM confident!
I AM AWESOME!
I AM worthy!
How would your life change?
Once you see your strengths and Activate the A.W.E.S.O.M.E.®, it’s easy to get excited about life. You start pushing your comfort zone. You confidently (and consistently) take action. And when life gets challenging, you aren’t afraid to lean on your support system so you can continue creating a future that aligns with your dreams.
extraordinary journey
YOUR “ORDINARY” LIFE INTO AN
ACTIVATION transforms
IMAGINE THE POSSIBILITIES.
What if your entire being said and believed these statements?
I CAN achieve my goals and create the future of my dreams!
I AM confident!
I AM AWESOME!
I AM worthy!
How would your life change?
Once you see your strengths and Activate the A.W.E.S.O.M.E.®, it’s easy to get excited about life. You start pushing your comfort zone. You confidently (and consistently) take action. And when life gets challenging, you aren’t afraid to lean on your support system so you can continue creating a future that aligns with your dreams.
extraordinary journey
“ORDINARY” LIFE INTO AN
ACTIVATION transforms
IMAGINE THE POSSIBILITIES.
My Activate the A.W.E.S.O.M.E.® framework empowers you to become the best version of yourself.
Engage your gifts
Optimize your potential
Optimize your potential
Strengthen your self-belief
Maximize your momentum
Energize your future
Wake up your true identity
Assess where you are today
discover your a.w.e.
s.o. you connect
be inspired by your tapestry of awesome
❤︎ M.e.
YOU DON’T HAVE TO DO IT ALONE.
you don’t have to do it alone.
Want to own your identity and become the best version of yourself? Whether you’re a teen, a recent graduate, or just feeling stuck, I can help unlock your full potential. We’ll peel back the layers of thoughts (and habits) that hold you back while building confidence and an action plan. I especially love working with diverse humans.
Let’s ignite confidence and build momentum! We’ll explore roots, experiences, skills, and contributions in a fun way that helps people embrace their strengths and connect with their tapestry of awesome. Short on time? Don’t stress. My workshops are 100% customizable for groups and individuals, with half-day, full-day, 4-week, and 8-week options.
This isn’t your typical keynote. Empower your audience with an authentic message, relatable stories, and creative play that facilitates learning on a deeper level. My approach sparks acceptance, self-awareness, and belonging while building multicultural and generational bridges.
Going through a career transition or impacted by layoffs? I’ll help you see your worth, so you’re ready for interviews (and negotiations). We’ll review your skills, achievements, and experiences to craft a resume that makes recruiters go, “Wow, this applicant is AWESOME!”
AWESOME EXPERIENCE
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Activate the A.W.E.S.O.M.E.® contributes ten percent of the proceeds from coaching, speaking, and workshop services to support InReach. This trans-led nonprofit developed the world’s first tech platform that matches LGBTQ+ people facing persecution or discrimination with safe, verified resources.
$8 Billion
High school students reported persistent feelings of sadness and hopelessness in a 2021 CDC survey, including 57% of girls, 29% of boys, and 69% of LGBTQ+ students.
Forty percent of people say they feel isolated at work. U.S. businesses spend nearly eight billion dollars
on diversity and inclusion (D&I) trainings each year that don’t address our need for
social belonging.
69%
The Trevor Project estimates one LGBTQ+ youth attempts suicide every 45 seconds. The CDC reported suicide was the second leading cause of death for people aged 10 to 14 in 2021.
1.8 Million
The Trevor Project estimates that 1.8 million LGBTQ+ youth in the U.S. seriously consider suicide every year. According to a 2021 CDC survey, 45% of LGBTQ+ youth seriously consider suicide.
45 Seconds
We all have the power to impact change. Michelle is passionate about working with diverse humans and supports ALL communities, including LGBTQ+ and BIPOC.
the statistics
let’s change
$8 Billion
High school students reported persistent feelings of sadness and hopelessness in a 2021 CDC survey, including 57% of girls, 29% of boys, and 69% of LGBTQ+ students.
Forty percent of people say they feel isolated at work. U.S. businesses spend nearly eight billion dollars on diversity and inclusion (D&I) trainings each year that don’t address our need for social belonging.
69%
The Trevor Project estimates one LGBTQ+ youth attempts suicide every 45 seconds. The CDC reported suicide was the second leading cause of death for people aged 10 to 14 in 2021.
1.8 Million
The Trevor Project estimates that 1.8 million LGBTQ+ youth in the U.S. seriously consider suicide every year. According to a 2021 CDC survey, 45% of LGBTQ+ youth seriously consider suicide.
45 Seconds
We all have the power to impact change. Michelle is passionate about working with diverse humans and supports ALL communities, including LGBTQ+ and BIPOC.
the statistics
let’s change
Activate the A.W.E.S.O.M.E.® contributes ten percent of the proceeds from coaching, speaking, and workshop services to support InReach. This trans-led nonprofit developed the world’s first tech platform that matches LGBTQ+ people facing persecution or discrimination with safe, verified resources.
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She opened my eyes to why I can’t settle ever again. Michelle helped me believe in myself, stop underestimating what I did while working, and see who I really am. I feel blessed and wish everybody could get a little bit of Michelle when they’re younger.
President/CEO, Youth Development Initiatives
Coaching Client
Resume Refresh Client
Darryl Y. Bego
Melanie-Dawn Martin
Samantha Leonard
Michelle helps our youth discover who they are, build confidence, get out of their comfort zones, and develop a plan to become the best version of themselves. We’re incredibly grateful for her partnership.
Michelle created an authentic depiction of my background and pointed out all the things being an entrepreneur qualified me to do. The resume results were nothing short of magic, and her support helped me land the job.
She opened my eyes to why I can’t settle ever again. Michelle helped me believe in myself, stop underestimating what I did while working, and see who I really am. I feel blessed and wish everybody could get a little bit of Michelle when they’re younger.
President/CEO, Youth Development Initiatives
Coaching Client
Resume Refresh Client
Darryl Y. Bego
Melanie-Dawn Martin
Samantha Leonard
Michelle helps our youth discover who they are, build confidence, get out of their comfort zones, and develop a plan to become the best version of themselves. We’re incredibly grateful for her partnership.
Michelle created an authentic depiction of my background and pointed out all the things being an entrepreneur qualified me to do. The resume results were nothing short of magic, and her support helped me land the job.
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