Social Media Decoded
Social Media Decoded is your go-to podcast for marketing, visibility, and monetization strategies to grow your business online. Hosted by marketing expert Michelle Thames, this show breaks down social media, content marketing, and business growth into actionable steps for entrepreneurs, creators, and brands. Tune in for expert insights, real-world strategies, and inspiring success stories to help you get visible, attract clients, and build a profitable brand. 🎙️✨
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From Momager to Media Mogul: How Kia J. Brooks Turned 42 Million Views into Digital Gold
In this powerhouse episode of Social Media Decoded, host Michelle Thames sits down with viral sensation and powerhouse momager Kia J. Brooks—the brilliant strategist behind daughter Flau’jae Johnson’s explosive growth in both sports and entertainment. Kia pulls back the curtain on how she generated 42 million views on
In this honest and empowering episode, Michelle Thames challenges the idea that multi-passionate entrepreneurs need to "niche down" to succeed. Instead, she explains why clarity—not restriction—is the key to building a powerful brand that converts. Learn how to streamline your message, structure your content, and marke
From Kazakhstan to Global Success: Dr. Shadé Adu’s Proven Formula for Digital Branding & Online Course Creation
In this episode of Social Media Decoded, host Michelle Thames sits down with Dr. Shadé Y. Adu, award-winning digital brand strategist, international speaker, and bestselling author, to uncover the secrets behind building a magnetic personal brand and launching profitable online courses. Dr. Shadé shares her inspiring j
In this episode of Social Media Decoded, Michelle Thames breaks down the three visibility shifts she would make if she were starting her business from scratch in 2025. After 15+ years in marketing and building a multiple six-figure personal brand, Michelle shares the key things she’d do differently to build momentum fa
In this episode of Social Media Decoded, Michelle Thames sets the record straight—Instagram isn’t dead, but many of the strategies people are still using? Definitely are. From outdated engagement pods to overused hashtags, Michelle breaks down what’s no longer working in 2024 and what you need to do instead to grow org
In this episode of Social Media Decoded, Michelle Thames shares how she built a six-figure brand without ever going viral. If you're tired of chasing trends, obsessed with views, and wondering why your content isn’t converting—this episode gives you the truth. Michelle unpacks why virality isn’t a real business strateg