Von Ruden Coaching and Consulting, LLC

08/27/2026

I'm opening 5 new spots in The Growth Lounge!

And for our Labor Day Special, new members can join for $149/month. Use code TGL2026

Why only five?

Because I don't want the Growth Lounge to become a giant membership where you can quietly disappear into the background.

I'm intentionally capping the group at 10 members.

I want to know who's in the room.

I want everyone to have an opportunity to participate.

I want there to be space for real coaching, conversation, accountability, and connection.

This isn't another program to consume.

It's a place to grow.

The Labor Day offer is available through September 30 OR until the five new spots are filled, whichever happens first.

Want to know if the Growth Lounge is right for you?

Comment GROWTH or send me a message and let's talk.

08/17/2026

🚗 I’m taking MVR on the road!
From late September through mid–October, I’ll be traveling from Wisconsin through Illinois, Indiana, Ohio, Pennsylvania, and Maryland, and I’m looking for opportunities to connect, speak, and serve along the way.

A big part of the work I’ll be taking with me is my 6-Pillar Burnout Strategy.
Because burnout isn't just about being tired.
It's about what's happening underneath the exhaustion, the pressure, perfectionism, identity, expectations, definitions of success, alignment, and behaviors that keep high achievers pushing long after something needs to change.

That's the work I want to bring into more rooms.
I'll be traveling in and around:
📍 Chicago
📍 South Bend
📍 Toledo
📍 Cleveland
📍 Pittsburgh
📍 Philadelphia
📍 Baltimore
📍 Central Pennsylvania
📍 Steubenville
Who do you know along my route?

I'm looking for introductions to businesses, associations, schools, churches, women's groups, and other organizations that could benefit from conversations around burnout, resilience, leadership, communication, perfectionism, and pressure.

If someone comes to mind, tag them below, send me a message, or make an introduction.

I have a few openings left along the route.
Let's turn some of those miles into impact.

07/29/2026

I'm back!

Last night I arrived home from Influence, the National Speakers Association annual conference.

It was several days of learning, networking, meaningful conversations, and nonstop activity. Late nights. Early mornings. Sessions you don't want to miss. Connections you don't want to pass up.

It was exciting.
It was energizing.
And yes... it was exhausting.

As I was driving home, I couldn't help but think about how this used to be my everyday life.

The difference?

Back then, it wasn't conferences filling my calendar. It was the constant pressure I put on myself to achieve more, do more, and prove I was enough.

That pace wasn't sustainable.
It eventually led me to burnout and a health crisis that changed my life forever.

Today, I know the difference between being tired after doing meaningful work and living in a constant state of exhaustion.

Burnout is real, but it doesn't have to become your normal.

Today I help organizations, associations, and high achievers recognize the warning signs, break free from the cycle of striving, and build success without sacrificing their health, relationships, or purpose.

If you're ready to turn your light back on, let's connect. 💙

07/16/2026

Excuse the video quality, but I had to share this clip from my talk at Rotary Club of Eau Claire last week.

My son came with me, and afterward he told me he could feel the emotion in my voice when I talked about teenagers and burnout.

Honestly, that's because this topic has been weighing heavily on my heart.

Over the past few months, I've had the opportunity to spend time with some incredible young people. They are bright, talented, driven, and full of potential. But I've also heard stories of stress, perfectionism, anxiety, pressure to perform, and feeling like they're never enough.

Many of these students are already experiencing the same burnout patterns I see in high-achieving adults.

That shouldn't be normal.

I'm currently working to better understand what today's teens are facing and how I can help. I'm looking to connect with high school counselors, educators, youth leaders, parents, and anyone who works closely with students.

I believe our young people deserve to know that their worth is not determined by their grades, achievements, sports, or social media followers. They deserve the tools to build resilience, manage pressure, and redefine success before burnout takes hold.

Who do you know that I should talk to?

Please tag them below or send me a message. I'd love an introduction.

❤️ Because helping our future leaders turn their light back on starts with having the conversation.

07/16/2026

🎉 A huge milestone is within reach!

The Why I Believe Podcast is just ONE download away from 1,000 downloads!

What started as a desire to create meaningful conversations around faith, identity, purpose, and transformation has grown into a community of listeners across the country and beyond.

If you've enjoyed an episode, would you take a moment to download one today and help us cross the 1,000-download mark?

Every download represents a life touched by a story that reminds us we're not alone in our struggles, and that hope is always possible.

Thank you for supporting this mission. ❤️

07/02/2026

If your organization, event, or team is looking for a speaker who brings honesty, connection, and meaningful conversation into the room - let’s connect.

Michelle speaks on growth, leadership, mindset, communication, and personal transformation.

Speaking inquiries:

Unlock your potential with our transformative speaking engagements. Elevate your leadership skills and personal growth with Von Ruden Coaching & Consulting.

07/01/2026

Your next level won’t come from staying in your comfort zone.

It comes from support, clarity, and finally deciding you’re worthy of more.

Join the email list for encouragement, resources, and upcoming opportunities: https://vonrudencc.com/home

06/30/2026

Clarity = momentum.

If you’re feeling stuck, it’s not because you’re incapable - you just don’t have the right support yet.

Let’s change that. Learn more about your burnout levels and how we can adapt to them with this quiz.
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06/29/2026

A lot of women come to coaching thinking they need someone to “fix” them.

But coaching isn’t about fixing you.

It’s about helping you reconnect with your confidence, trust yourself again, and move forward with intention instead of fear.

You probably already have more wisdom inside of you than you realize.

Sometimes you just need the right person to help you access it.

1:1 coaching spots are available: https://vonrudencc.com/individual-coaching