Empowering Leaders: The Journey of The Polished Boss

In the competitive world of business, it’s not uncommon for leaders to find themselves struggling to balance the demands of their careers with their personal lives. For Michelle Stephens and Megan Franzen, founders of The polished Boss, this struggle wasn’t just a passing phase - it was a catalyst for change.

Michelle and Meg’s paths converged due to a shared passion for empowering leaders to carve out their legacies and build the businesses of their dreams. Their collaborative journey was born out of personal experiences, having both faced burnout in their corporate careers while striving to excel as leaders, wives and mothers. Feeling the weight of responsibility without adequate support, they understood the isolation and pressure of trying to navigate it all alone.

With their individual consulting backgrounds in executive and leadership coaching, they found a common thread amongst their clients - a sense of overwhelm, a lack of clear strategic planning and the struggle to maintain personal well-being wile excelling in business. Recognizing an opportunity to make a difference, they joined forces, establishing The Polished Boss in early 2023 with a steadfast focus on supporting entrepreneurs.

The Polished boss is a culmination of over 50 years of combined leadership experience. Michelle, equipped with a master’s degree in administrative studies and certified as a High-Performance Coach™, brings a wealth of knowledge in team and leadership development. Megan has an MBA degree and brings her experience of building and running a successful seven-figure business, as well as offering expertise in coaching and leading highly effective teams.

Their suite of offerings caters directly to the pain points they once experienced. High-Performance Coaching™, leadership development, personalized leadership assessments, team engagement strategies, and strategic planning consultation are just a few of the services they offer which are tailored to support small to medium-sized business owners.

One of their standout services is the “Five Behaviors of a High-Performing Team” training based on best-selling author Patrick Lencioni’s work. This training is designed to foster cohesive, effective, and high-performing teams with organizations.

The core of their mission is a drive to inspire and empower confident and courageous leaders, nurturing a supportive environment where leaders take bold action to create lasting change. Their focus on serving entrepreneurs who seek to develop profitable businesses, cultivate polished team cultures, and exude confidence as leaders resonates deeply with their own journeys.

The heart of The Polished Boss lies in its commitment to supporting leaders facing the challenges they have experienced in their own careers. Their personalized approach to leadership development and team culture optimization reflects a deep understanding of the challenges business owners face in today’s dynamic landscape.

In a world where the pressures of leadership can be isolating and overwhelming, The Polished Boss stands as a beacon of support, offering a guiding hand to those who seek to lead boldly, create thriving businesses, and leave a lasting impact.