The Luxe & Leveraged Podcast with Michelle Hext

Ep: 162 - Only Change Creates Change

2025 has been a year of extraordinary growth for me as a founder and personally, and I put that down to one simple thing:
 
DECIDING to do things differently.
 
After years of living the definition of insanity, ie, doing the same things expecting different results, I committed to creating REAL change.
 
In this episode, I share the areas I did things differently and how those decisions shifted EVERYTHING.
 
I also leave you with a powerful question as you head into 2026.
Enjoy!
 
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My Website.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.michellehext.com/
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The PODCAST Millionaire™https://www.michellehext.com/the-podcast-millionaire/
 
My INNER CIRCLE Mentorshiphttps://www.michellehext.com/inner-circle/
 
Come say "hi" on insta!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/michellehext/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
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Ep: 161 - Someone STEAL your idea? Me too! Here’s what to do!

In this episode, Michelle discusses the emotional and professional fallout of idea theft within the entrepreneurial community. 
She shares her personal experience of having an idea stolen by someone in her inner circle, emphasising the importance of integrity and resilience in the face of such challenges. 
Michelle encourages listeners to focus on their unique contributions and not be derailed by copycats, while also acknowledging the emotional impact of betrayal. 
The conversation highlights the need for entrepreneurs to maintain their integrity and move forward with determination, despite the challenges they may face.
CHAPTERS00:00 Introduction and Energy Boost00:57 Theft of Ideas in the Industry05:59 The Impact of Copycats on Integrity10:03 Moving Forward After Betrayal14:52 Resilience in Entrepreneurship
TAKEAWAYS* It's important to have a safe space to share ideas.* Betrayal can come from unexpected places, even within trusted circles.* Integrity is crucial in the entrepreneurial journey.* Copycats often lack the depth and understanding of the original idea.* Emotional fallout is a natural response to idea theft.* Focus on your unique contributions and strengths.* Don't let copycats derail your progress.* Resilience is key in entrepreneurship.* It's okay to feel angry or upset about betrayal.* Move forward with determination and integrity.
Stay awesome, my loves! M x

Ep: 161 - Lock In On Your New Standards For 2026

My Website.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.michellehext.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The PODCAST Millionaire™https://www.michellehext.com/the-podcast-millionaire/My INNER CIRCLE Mentorshiphttps://www.michellehext.com/inner-circle/Come say "hi" on insta!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/michellehext/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Youtube:https://www.youtube.com/@MichelleHext?sub_confirmation=1Substackhttps://substack.com/@michellehextTiktokhttps://www.tiktok.com/@michelle.hextKeywordsstandards, revenue goals, personal growth, professional development, health and fitness, self-worth, motivation, success

Ep: 160 - No More Living The Same Year On Repeat

In this episode of the Luxe and Leverage podcast, Michelle Hext reflects on her journey of personal growth, the challenges of living the same year repeatedly, and the importance of embracing change. She discusses her health challenges, the need for more energy, and the impact of personal experiences on her entrepreneurial journey. Michelle emphasises the power of self-leadership, decision-making, and the wisdom gained through experience, encouraging listeners to make bold moves and trust their instincts for a fulfilling life.TAKEAWAYSYou can live the same year for 10 years or truly live.Self-reflection is crucial for personal growth.Health challenges can impact energy and motivation.Navigating personal challenges shapes resilience.Embracing change requires a new identity.Authenticity in communication is essential.The power of being undaunted can drive success.Wisdom gained through experience is invaluable.Making big moves can lead to significant change.Self-leadership is key to achieving goals.CHAPTERS00:00 Introduction and Reflection03:03 Living the Same Year Over and Over06:12 Health Challenges and Energy Levels09:05 Navigating Personal Challenges11:53 The Journey of Self-Discovery14:47 Embracing Change and New Identity18:05 Communication and Authenticity20:48 The Power of Undaunted24:04 Wisdom and Experience in Business26:55 Encouragement for Big Moves29:58 Self-Leadership and Decision Making33:06 Conclusion and Call to ActionLINKSMy Website.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.michellehext.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The PODCAST Millionaire™https://www.michellehext.com/the-podcast-millionaire/My INNER CIRCLE Mentorshiphttps://www.michellehext.com/inner-circle/Come say "hi" on insta!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/michellehext/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Youtube:https://www.youtube.com/@MichelleHext?sub_confirmation=1Tiktokhttps://www.tiktok.com/@michelle.hext

Ep: 160 - Embracing Change: Preparing for 2026

CHAPTERS 00:00Introduction and Monetisation Excitement02:47Conducting a Yearly Audit06:04Overcoming Resistance and Embracing Change09:11Strategies for Podcast Growth11:53YouTube Channel Development15:09Reflection and Planning for 202617:51Embracing Change and New Opportunities22:01Creating New Digital Courses28:08Conclusion and EncouragementMy Website.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.michellehext.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The PODCAST Millionaire™https://www.michellehext.com/the-podcast-millionaire/My INNER CIRCLE Mentorshiphttps://www.michellehext.com/inner-circle/Come say "hi" on insta!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/michellehext/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Youtube:https://www.youtube.com/@MichelleHext?sub_confirmation=1Substackhttps://substack.com/@michellehextTiktokhttps://www.tiktok.com/@michelle.hext

Ep: 159 - How Your Business Can Give You The Life You Crave

M xMy Website.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.michellehext.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The PODCAST Millionaire™https://www.michellehext.com/the-podcast-millionaire/My INNER CIRCLE Mentorshiphttps://www.michellehext.com/inner-circle/Come say "hi" on insta!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/michellehext/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Youtube:https://www.youtube.com/@MichelleHext?sub_confirmation=1Substackhttps://substack.com/@michellehextTiktokhttps://www.tiktok.com/@michelle.hextKeywordscoaching, authenticity, monetisation, lifestyle, outcomes, simplification, business strategy, legacy, Michelle Hext

Ep: 158 - It’s Ugly Before It’s Elegant

In this episode of Luxe and Leveraged, Michelle Hext discusses her journey of podcast growth, personal development, and the importance of embracing the 'ugly' phases before achieving elegance in business and life. She shares insights on visualisation, setting intentions, navigating uncertainty, building a supportive team, and healing from past trauma. Michelle emphasises the significance of nervous system regulation and trusting the timing of change while balancing personal growth with business success. She also introduces her Podcast Millionaire offer, aimed at helping others monetise their podcasts effectively.TAKEAWAYSThe podcast is experiencing significant growth with increasing subscribers and downloads.Embracing the 'ugly' phases is essential for achieving elegance in business.Visualisation and setting clear intentions are key to success.Navigating uncertainty requires asking the right questions about how you want things to be.Building a supportive team is crucial for scaling a business effectively.Transitioning to digital courses can open new opportunities for reaching a wider audience.Nervous system regulation is important for managing stress and embracing change.Trusting the timing of change is vital; delays can lead to better outcomes.Healing from past trauma is necessary for personal and professional growth.Creating a clear vision for the future helps in making aligned decisions.CHAPTERS00:00 Introduction and Podcast Growth02:47 Embracing the Ugly Before the Elegant06:00 Visualising Success and Setting Intentions08:42 Navigating Uncertainty and Old Patterns11:59 Building a Team and Leadership Growth14:44 Transitioning to Digital Courses17:56 Nervous System Regulation and Personal Growth20:48 Trusting the Timing of Change23:52 Healing from Past Trauma26:52 Balancing Personal Work and Business Growth29:35 Creating a Vision for the Future32:54 Podcast Millionaire Offer and ConclusionLINKSMy Website.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.michellehext.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The PODCAST Millionaire™https://www.michellehext.com/the-podcast-millionaire/My INNER CIRCLE Mentorshiphttps://www.michellehext.com/inner-circle/Come say "hi" on insta!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/michellehext/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Youtube:https://www.youtube.com/@MichelleHext?sub_confirmation=1Substackhttps://substack.com/@michellehext

Ep: 157 - Simplifying Your Business For Faster Success

My Website.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.michellehext.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The PODCAST Millionaire™https://www.michellehext.com/the-podcast-millionaire/My INNER CIRCLE Mentorshiphttps://www.michellehext.com/inner-circle/Come say "hi" on insta!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/michellehext/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Youtube:https://www.youtube.com/@MichelleHext?sub_confirmation=1Substackhttps://substack.com/@michellehext

EP: 156 - When It’s Time To ASCEND

Sometimes we can feel life has us in a holding pattern....we're not going backwards but we aren't going forwards either.Usually, this is a time of being between worlds.You know something big is on the horizon, but you're not quite ready to let go of the old.If you're in this place, forcing things rarely works, and it can be a frustrating place, but I want you to make peace with it...welcome it even.Because this is your call to ascend...yes...even when it makes no sense because your current circumstances are shouting failure.The reason?You've been playing small.Too small.My Website.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.michellehext.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The PODCAST Millionaire™https://www.michellehext.com/the-podcast-millionairMy INNER CIRCLE Mentorshiphttps://www.michellehext.com/inner-circle/Come say "hi" on insta!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/michellehext/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Youtube:https://www.youtube.com/@MichelleHext?sub_confirmation=1Substackhttps://substack.com/@michellehext

Ep: 156 (Pt.1) Become Unrecognisable

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