Episode No. 8

 
 
 


Why Human Stories Matter Even in An AI World | Michelle Mekky

Learn how to get booked on TV and why leaders must be visible to build a lasting legacy. Discover the pitches that work.


Former news producer Michelle Mekky shares the reality of the media landscape and why so many experts freeze when the camera starts rolling. This conversation breaks down the essential shift from being a private leader to the face of your own story, even when vulnerability feels like a risk.


Whether you are navigating career transitions or looking to elevate your personal branding, Michelle provides a roadmap for overcoming the fear of being seen. You will learn how to turn your human story into a compelling narrative that resonates in an AI-driven world.


Michelle and Laurette talk about:

🦋 What TV producers actually say yes to, and why promotional pitches fail

🦋 Why guests freeze on live TV, and how to tell your story in three minutes

🦋 Why CEOs should be the face of their brand

🦋 Sharing your story when someone calls vulnerability a weakness

🦋 Launching before you feel ready: post it, announce it, tweak it

🦋 Building a culture with unlimited PTO

🦋 Saying yes to the things that scare you, including ballroom dancing in front of 800 people


Follow Laurette Rondenet on Instagram @lauretterondenet and subscribe to Owning Your Legacy for more candid conversations on leadership, resilience, and building a legacy that lasts.

 
 
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