Born and raised in Brooklyn, New York, through personal experiences, Michelle brings a richly diverse life story to share with readers who are ready to transform themselves into the fearless, confident, powerful individuals they aspire to be. Having been to six continents and over 30 countries across the globe, Michelle is a certified scuba diver that enjoys traveling and indulging in various cultures and experiences around the world. However, her passion mainly lies in participating in public speaking engagements, workshops and seminars and using any opportunity to create a Shift Starter Movement. As the Shift Starter, she challenges, coaches and empowers individuals to step outside of their comfort zone, think outside of the box, and shift temporarily to achieve a desired goal or get to the next level.