Ep156 - Beyond the Surface - Self-Image, Success & the Power of Purpose – with Michelle Ackerley

This week, I’m joined by the brilliant Michelle Ackerley - TV presenter, journalist and all-round warm, wise woman - for a real conversation about what success actually feels like behind the scenes. We chat about self-image, identity, finding your purpose (even when it doesn’t feel crystal clear), and why doing the work on yourself always pays off. Michelle shares honestly about being in the public eye, navigating big shifts, and the quiet power of knowing who you are.Highlights:(1:52) Early Career and Media Involvement(6:06) Challenges and Barriers in Media(12:09) Personal Growth and Resilience(15:54) Social Media and Public Perception(26:24) Charity Work and Community Impact(32:25) Balancing Work and Personal Life(38:46) Embarrassing Moments and a Little Laughter(43:17) Recommended Books and Future PlansConnect with Michelle HEREConnect with Dawn:Instagram @dawnmcgruer @dawnofanewerapodcastFacebook https://www.facebook.com/dawnamcgruerLinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/businessconsort/Web www.dawnmcgruer.comThis podcast is in association with @HerPowerCommunity - The #1 Female Founders Global Community where connections flourish & growth is intentionalhttps://www.patreon.com/c/herpowercommunity This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podkite - https://podkite.com/privacy