You Don’t Need to Fit In…You Need to Belong with Michelle Martinez

After my first conversation with Michelle Martinez, I knew I wanted her back on the podcast.There was something about the way she talks about connection that stayed with me.So I invited her back, and this time the conversation went even deeper.What I appreciate about Michelle is that she doesn’t talk about connection in a surface way. She talks about it in a way that makes you pause and really think about how you move through life and the people around you.At some point, we found ourselves talking about something I know so many of us are feeling right now, even if we’re not always saying it out loud.The need for real comunidad.Not networking. Not transactional conversations. Just real connection. The kind where you feel seen, understood, and like you don’t have to perform.Michelle said something that really stayed with me. Sometimes just witnessing someone else live their life is enough to remind you what’s possible for your own.That stayed with me, because so much of what we’re building, in life and in our careers, comes down to the people we surround ourselves with and the spaces we choose to create.This conversation felt honest, grounding, and needed.Gracias Michelle for coming back and sharing your heart.If you’ve been craving something more real lately, I think this episode will speak to you. Episode is live now! Check it out on our website, www.corpcafecito.com now!Support the showIf you’d like to join Nallely y Carlos for a conversation, collaborate, or suggest a topic that matters to our community, we would love to hear from you. This podcast centers real conversations that move culture and careers forward. Visit www.corpcafecito.com/contact-us or email [email protected] Development, founded by Nallely Suárez Gass, helps professionals and organizations grow with clarity and purpose. With over two decades of corporate experience, Nallely is known for helping people lead authentically, uncover strengths, and make confident, aligned decisions. Through personalized coaching and impactful workshops, Elevar creates practical, lasting change. Visit www.elevardevelopment.com or email [email protected] today.Every business decision carries social, political, and economic considerations. Avizo Consulting helps organizations navigate complexity with intention, cultural awareness, and strategic insight. Carlos Butler Vale partners with leaders who want their values and actions aligned. Learn more at www.avizoconsulting.com or email [email protected]. Two leaders. One shared commitment to growth, cultura, and impact.