In this episode of ConverHERsations with Kristie Clayton, Kristie sits down with entrepreneur, author, and business growth coach Michele Kehrer for an honest, reflective conversation about mindset, boundaries, and the small shifts that create lasting change.
Michele shares her entrepreneurial journey—from owning and successfully exiting a physical therapy practice in downtown Chicago to building a new chapter as a coach helping leaders get out of their own way. At the heart of the conversation is her new book, Brave Shift, which focuses on 30 mindset shifts that help people reclaim clarity, calm, and control in both life and leadership.
Together, Kristie and Michele explore:
• How small, intentional habits create massive life change
• Why vulnerability and honesty are essential to personal growth
• The importance of morning routines that nourish the mind, body, and soul
• How burnout often stems from misaligned boundaries, not lack of discipline
• Why protecting your time is critical to protecting your peace
• How asking for help empowers both the giver and the receiver
• The connection between self-care, leadership presence, and sustainable success
Michele also shares personal stories behind the lessons in her book, including redefining productivity, recognizing when busyness is masking burnout, and learning to intentionally build rest, joy, and fun into everyday life.
