So....who exactly IS Michelle?

In this latest episode of Marketing Like a Mother, co-hosts Michelle Pontvert and Olivia Radcliffe are delving into Michelle's background as an entrepreneur and her journey to where she is today. Michelle shares her experience of being let go from her job during maternity leave and her decision to transition from the film industry to starting her own business. She discusses the challenges she faced and the lessons she learned along the way. The conversation also touches on Michelle's experiences living in different countries and how they have shaped her perspective. Overall, the discussion highlights Michelle's resilience, adaptability, and commitment to creating a business that aligns with her values and personal circumstances.

About The Guest(s):

Michelle Pontvert is an entrepreneur and business owner who started her own business four years ago. She has a background in film and theater, with a master's degree in film from USC film school. Michelle is also a mother and has a passion for helping other entrepreneurs navigate the challenges of running a business while balancing family life.

Summary:

Michelle Pontvert, an entrepreneur with a background in film and theater, shares her journey of starting her own business and the challenges she faced along the way. After being let go from her job during maternity leave, Michelle decided to pursue her passion for creativity and set design. However, she soon realized that the film industry was not a good fit for her as a mother and decided to make a change.

Michelle moved to France with her husband and started exploring different career paths. She eventually found her way into the marketing world and started working on projects that allowed her to use her creativity and organizational skills. However, as her son's needs became more demanding, Michelle realized that she needed to make another shift in her business.

She decided to pivot her business and focus on creating resources and education for other entrepreneurs who are looking to streamline their businesses and make running a business easier. Michelle also realized the importance of aligning her business with her own personality and needs, rather than trying to fit into a traditional mold.

Key Takeaways:

Michelle's journey as an entrepreneur started when she was let go from her job during maternity leave.
She realized that the film industry was not a good fit for her as a mother and decided to explore other career paths.
Michelle found her way into the marketing world and started working on projects that allowed her to use her creativity and organizational skills.
As her son's needs became more demanding, Michelle decided to pivot her business and focus on creating resources and education for other entrepreneurs.
She realized the importance of aligning her business with her own personality and needs, rather than trying to fit into a traditional mold.

Learn more about Michelle at www.michellepontvert.com