Social Media Decoded
How do I grow my brand on social media? How do I come up with content to post? Can I become an influencer? Is it possible to make money online? Welcome to Social Media Decoded a podcast dedicated to helping creatives, influencers, business owners and entrepreneurs simplify social media and thrive online. Hosted by Michelle Thames a social media strategist, influencer, and owner of Thames Media Solutions. Michelle brings you all the best tips to help you understand social media better. Sharing the best tips like social media strategies, business tips to help you succeed. Michelle shares actionable tips that...
Behind the Scenes: How I Helped a Client 3X Their Revenue
Want to scale your business and increase revenue, but not sure where to start?
In this episode of Social Media Decoded, I’m taking you behind the scenes of a real client success story—how we helped a business triple their revenue using a strategic mix of organic marketing, PR, social media, and paid ads.
If you’re struggling with marketing, feeling stuck in your business, or wondering whether hiring a marketing agency is the right move for you, this episode is a must-listen!
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You're Sitting on a Goldmine! 🔥 How to Turn Your Expertise Into Cash (Even After 40!)
💡 Are you sitting on a goldmine of knowledge but not sure how to turn it into income? If you’re over 40 and wondering if it’s too late to start monetizing your expertise, let me tell you—the time is NOW!
In this episode of Social Media Decoded, I’m breaking down four powerful ways to make money from what you already know:
✅ Coaching & consulting 💼
✅ Speaking engagements 🎤
✅ Digital products 📚
✅ Services & done-for-you offers 🚀
Did you know the online education industry is set to reach $1 TRILLION by 2030? People are investi...
Let’s Talk Retreats: Why You Need to Step Away to Grow
In this episode, Michelle Thames shares why entrepreneurs and visionary leaders should invest in retreats to gain clarity, build connections, and elevate their businesses. She also shares details about her upcoming Costa Rica retreat in November and her February 27 info session.
💡 What You’ll Learn:
✔️ Why stepping away from your business helps you grow faster.
✔️ How retreats can help you build game-changing connections.
✔️ Details on Michelle’s upcoming November 2025 Costa Rica Retreat & how to apply.
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Is a Podcast Right for Your Business? Here’s How to Know
Thinking about launching a podcast? In this episode, Michelle Thames breaks down how to know if podcasting is right for your business, the benefits of starting one, and what it actually takes to launch.
💡 What You’ll Learn:
✔️ The biggest signs a podcast is perfect for your brand
✔️ Why podcasting builds trust and brings in high-quality leads
✔️ The exact steps to start a podcast without the overwhelm
📩 Want more help?
🎙️ Join my free webinar on Feb 20! DM me ‘PODCAST’ on Instagram o...
Behind the Scenes: How I Use ChatGPT to Plan My Business
In this episode, Michelle Thames shares how she integrates ChatGPT into her business for content creation, strategic planning, and time-saving workflows. Learn how AI can help you create content faster, map out marketing strategies, and focus on revenue-generating tasks.
💡 What You’ll Learn:
✅ How to use ChatGPT to brainstorm and create content faster.
✅ Ways AI can streamline your business strategy and marketing calendar.
✅ How AI saves you hours every week so you can focus on making money.
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Speaking Engagements: How to Get Booked and Build Your Brand
In this episode, Michelle Thames shares how she landed a speaking engagement in Florida through Threads and teaches listeners how to use the platform to get visible for opportunities. Learn tips for pitching yourself, building credibility, and positioning your brand for success.
What You’ll Learn:
How Michelle landed a speaking engagement using Threads. A step-by-step tutorial for using Threads to attract clients and opportunities. Tips for crafting the perfect speaker pitch and building credibility. How Elevate & Empower helps entrepreneurs get visible and succeed. Ready to level up your visibility and land speaking engagements? Jo...Social Media Decoded: Choosing the Right Platforms for Your Brand
In this episode of Social Media Decoded, Michelle Thames breaks down how to choose the right social media platforms for your brand. Learn how to evaluate your audience, align platforms with your goals, and focus your energy where it matters most.
💡 What You’ll Learn:
Why you don’t need to be on every social platform. How to use audience data and business goals to guide your platform strategy. Platform-specific strengths and how to leverage them for growth. The power of focusing on one or two platforms to maximize results. 🎧 Tune in to discover a...Stress-Free Strategies for Growing Your Brand on Social Media
In this episode of Social Media Decoded, host Michelle Thames dives into the stress of growing a brand on social media and shares actionable strategies to manage that pressure. From planning content in advance to practicing mindfulness and investing in tools like Magic Mind, Michelle offers tips to help entrepreneurs and marketers stay consistent and creative without burning out.
Discover how small changes to your workflow can make a big difference in your mental health and your results.
What You’ll Learn in This Episode
The mental toll of growing a brand on social me...Best Tools to Simplify Your Business This Year
In this episode of Social Media Decoded, Michelle Thames shares her favorite tools to help you simplify and streamline your business operations in the new year. From communication platforms to accounting software and scheduling apps, Michelle highlights budget-friendly and effective tools that save time, reduce stress, and enhance productivity.
Whether you’re a solopreneur, small business owner, or entrepreneur looking to scale, these tools can help you stay organized and focused on your goals. Plus, Michelle discusses how her Marketing Audit Service can identify process gaps and recommend tools tailored to your business needs.
The Mental Wealth Blueprint for Content Creators
In this episode of Social Media Decoded, host Michelle Thames shares how content creators can build their mental wealth to stay creative and resilient in a demanding industry. From managing stress to prioritizing sleep, Michelle offers actionable strategies to help creators thrive without burning out.
Discover the role of tools like Magic Mind’s Focus and Sleep shots in boosting energy, improving rest, and sustaining long-term creativity. Plus, learn how to create habits that support your mental and emotional well-being as you tackle the challenges of content creation.
What You’ll Learn in This Episode
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