Today we’d like to introduce you to Michelle Le.
Thanks for sharing your story with us Michelle. So, let’s start at the beginning and we can move on from there.
I’m originally from LA, the entertainment capital of the world. I graduated with a Journalism degree and I knew I always wanted to do something in media. Before Diet and Fries, I worked for ten years as an entertainment business manager (finance/accounting). Although it could be a stressful career, I was always up for the challenge. I’m very thankful for what I’ve learned from this industry, this was the stepping stone in my life.
I got married and moved to San Diego with my husband who has an established sandwich shop, Sandwich Emporium. So basically walked away from my career, and I started working for myself. When I moved to San Diego, I started working from home with my accounting clients, I had so much extra time on my hands. I think that was very important, this gave me more time to get my creative juices flowing. Living in LA, a majority of my time is spent commuting, I don’t have that problem anymore in San Diego. That alone can be priceless for some people.
With this extra time, my social media journey begins. Instagram is a great community with like minded individuals. I have met so many positive and driven people that pushed me to where I am now. Working for myself has allowed me to believe that anything is possible. It is not easy but my lifestyle has completely changed from the LA grind.
Overall, has it been relatively smooth? If not, what were some of the struggles along the way?
I’m still learning now and I’m challenged every day. The main challenge is the uncertainty. Coming from a stable career then all of a sudden I had to simplify my life. It’s allowed me to live within my means. I realized how wasteful I was before. I come to realize as time goes by nothing is guaranteed but Diet and Fries have created a positive future for me. I never thought I would get interviewed for SD Voyager, which is crazy. I would’ve never thought to be noticed.
Please tell us about your work.
My business is I’m a social media hustler. I share stories about living a life well balanced. Just like my handle, I believe millions of us struggle with a relationship with food, that includes me. I want to share my experiences with healthy alternatives and living a fun, active lifestyle. My journey is continuing and I’m hungry to experience more.
If you had to go back in time and start over, would you have done anything differently?
I would’ve started a lot earlier.
Contact Info:
- Website: www.dietandfries.com
- Email: dietandfries@gmail.com
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dietandfries/
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Diet-and-Fries-1948985122001180/
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