The Power of Being in the Right Rooms (Why I’m Going to PowerTable Live)

What if the reason you’re not seeing opportunities in your business has nothing to do with your content… …and everything to do with the rooms you’re in? In this episode of Social Media Decoded, Michelle Thames breaks down the real power of proximity and why she continues to invest in rooms like PowerTable Live. She shares a real story of how a connection from Threads turned into a meaningful relationship, speaking opportunities, and new doors opening in her business. Michelle explains why being in the right spaces changes your perspective, expands your network, and creates opportunities that content alone cannot. If you’ve been trying to grow your business on your own, this episode will show you what might be missing. What You’ll Learn in This Episode • Why proximity is one of the fastest ways to grow your business• How being in the right rooms creates real opportunities• The difference between online visibility and real-life connections• Why relationships matter more than followers• How to approach rooms with intention• How conversations lead to collaborations and income Visibility Breakdown Michelle shares her real-world pipeline: Connection → Relationship → Room → Opportunity → Client Opportunities are often created through relationships, not just content. Room Story Michelle shares how she met Taylor on Threads, built a genuine relationship, had her speak at an event, and received new opportunities through that connection—showing how one relationship can lead to multiple doors opening. Unpopular Truth You’re not missing opportunities because of your content. You’re missing them because of your proximity. Spotify Listener Question Be honest—are you currently building your business: • Alone• Mostly online• In community• Through real-life connections Ways to Work With Michelle Michelle hosts events, curated networking experiences, and community spaces designed to help entrepreneurs get in the right rooms. DM ROOM to learn more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.