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She\u2019s been an instructor for a wide variety of topics including Using Quantitative Data Analysis Software, Meditative Drawing, Intro to WordPress, and Marketing for Massage Therapy. Michelle speaks at conferences all over North America. You can find many of them recorded on WordPress.tv including \u201cLittle Things That Make a Big Difference\u201d and \u201cHidden Features of WordPress Revealed,\u201d as well as panel discussions on marketing and women in technology.<\/p>\n<p>When Michelle isn\u2019t organizing events, she\u2019s attending them, exploring photography, and mentoring people in her local community.<\/p>\n<p>Michelle is the author of the recently released \u201cA Good Firm Handshake (and other essential business tips)\u201d available on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Good-Firm-Handshake-Essential-Business\/dp\/1973985098\/\">Amazon.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Say hi to Michelle on Twitter at <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/michelleames\">@michelleames<\/a> and check out her website at marketedbymichelle.com.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Marketing is intuitive for Michelle which is why she pursued and gained her MBA from the University of Rochester\u2019s Simon School of Business. 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