ICYMI, Michelle founded Peanut after battling through the serious shift from working a million miles an hour, at the top of her professional game, to being home, alone, with a beautiful, fragile baby boy. She’s come a long way since then, welcoming a second baby and building the incredible community that is Peanut, so we thought we’d better check in. 👀 |
What advice would you give to a woman wanting to break through into a male-dominated industry? |
Honestly, breaking into a male-dominated industry requires resilience and a clear perspective of your value. My advice would be to focus on building a strong network of both women and men who champion diversity and inclusion. Don't be afraid to seek out mentors who can guide and advocate for you. Use your unique perspective to bring new ideas and solutions to the table. And most importantly, believe in yourself and your abilities. |
What’s been the hardest part of your journey? |
One of the hardest parts of my journey has been navigating the balance between my role as a mother and my role as a founder. Being a founder can be incredibly demanding, and there have been times when I've had to make tough decisions to maintain that balance. Learning to delegate, prioritise, and set boundaries has been crucial. |
Who do you follow on social media to keep you motivated and inspired? |
Following powerful women who are leaders in their fields, like my dear friends Rochelle Humes and Sharmadean Reid, keeps me motivated to keep pushing. I also enjoy my daily dose of fashion inspo, Harris Reed’s silhouettes are to die for! His unique perspectives on fashion and fluidity have been transformative. |
