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Military spouses are often the unsung heroes of service—balancing life, family, and identity while navigating constant change. But what happens when one turns that challenge into a thriving business?

In this empowering episode of Security Halt!, host Deny Caballero sits down with Michelle Penczak, military spouse, entrepreneur, and founder of Squared Away, a virtual assistant company that’s revolutionizing how military spouses find purpose and employment.

Michelle shares her inspiring journey—from facing the challenges of frequent moves and identity loss to launching a company that now supports hundreds of military spouses across the globe. The conversation dives into the power of community, leadership, business scaling, and redefining success for military families.

Whether you're a military spouse, veteran, or aspiring entrepreneur, this episode will leave you inspired to embrace change and lead with impact.

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Chapters

00:00 Understanding Family Transitions in the Military Community

05:57 Michelle's Journey: From Military Spouse to Entrepreneur

11:55 Scaling a Business: The Challenges of Leadership

18:09 Empowering Military Spouses: A Unique Talent Pool

23:01 The Birth of Squared Away

24:31 Challenges in Recruitment and Talent Management

27:34 The Importance of Team Dynamics

29:01 Building a Supportive Client Base

30:15 Collaboration Over Competition

32:18 Empowering Military Spouses

34:34 Finding Personal Fulfillment

36:28 Navigating Identity as a Military Spouse

39:05 The Journey of Entrepreneurship

43:32 Connecting with the Community

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Website: gosquaredaway.com

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