2.120 From the Classroom to CEO: Building a Business That Cares - with Michelle Miller episode artwork

EPISODE · Jul 20, 2025 · 19 MIN

2.120 From the Classroom to CEO: Building a Business That Cares - with Michelle Miller

from Find Grow Keep · host Karen Kirton

In this episode of the Find Grow Keep podcast, Karen sits down with Michelle Miller, CEO of Robokids—an award-winning STEM education company that started as a side project and has now reached over 375,000 teachers and students across Australia. Michelle shares her journey from classroom teacher to purpose-driven CEO, revealing how she built a business that puts people first—every single time.  Whether she’s supporting her team through health challenges or making brave hiring calls, Michelle leads with care and conviction. 💡 You’ll hear: How to lead a small team through rapid growth without losing your values Why trusting your gut in hiring can save your culture Practical ways to support mental health at work (including a tool Michelle created with Beyond Blue) How she built a business that can run without her—and why that’s a leadership goal worth chasing If you’re a business owner trying to grow without burning out your team—or yourself—this episode is full of candid wisdom and practical advice. 🔗 Learn more about Michelle and Robokids: www.robokids.com.au 📨 Get in touch: [email protected] ✨ At Amplify HR, we help businesses build teams that thrive. Book your free discovery call here: https://meetings.hubspot.com/ronita-fourie Subscribe to stay updated with new releases every second Monday! Send us Fan MailGet our free eBook packed with practical strategies to attract, engage, and retain top talent. Perfect for business owners and leaders focused on building a thriving team. Download it at amplifyhr.com.au/downloadable/find-grow-keep

In this episode of the Find Grow Keep podcast, Karen sits down with Michelle Miller, CEO of Robokids—an award-winning STEM education company that started as a side project and has now reached over 375,000 teachers and students across Australia. Michelle shares her journey from classroom teacher to purpose-driven CEO, revealing how she built a business that puts people first—every single time. Whether she’s supporting her team through health challenges or making brave hiring calls...

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