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From Military Spouse to CEO: How Michelle Penczak Built a Business Empowering Families

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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.

🎯 Follow, share, like, and subscribe to Security Halt! on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube for more real stories from those who serve and support!

BE A BRO! Support the show!!

buymeacoffee.com/sechaltpodcast

https://buymeacoffee.com/sechaltpodcast

Looking for hand crafted, custom work, military memorabilia or need something laser engraved? Connect with my good friend Eric Gilgenast.

Instagram: haus_gilgenast_woodworks_main

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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

Instagram: @securityhalt

X: @SecurityHalt

Tik Tok: @security.halt.pod

LinkedIn: Deny Caballero

Follow Michelle on LinkedIn and check out Squared Away today!

LinkedIn: Michelle Penczak

https://www.linkedin.com/in/michellepenczak/

Instagram: cmpencz

https://www.instagram.com/cmpencz/

Website: gosquaredaway.com

https://www.gosquaredaway.com/

Support the show

Produced by Security Halt Media

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Chapters

1. Introduction to Security Hot Podcast (00:00:00)

2. Michelle's Military Spouse Journey (00:01:34)

3. Creating a Remote Career While Deployed (00:05:30)

4. Building Squared Away for Military Spouses (00:16:09)

5. Finding the Right Talent and Setting Standards (00:24:13)

6. Collaboration Over Competition (00:32:24)

7. Identity Crisis for Military Spouses (00:38:29)

8. Closing Thoughts and Contact Information (00:43:55)

290 episodes

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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.

🎯 Follow, share, like, and subscribe to Security Halt! on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube for more real stories from those who serve and support!

BE A BRO! Support the show!!

buymeacoffee.com/sechaltpodcast

https://buymeacoffee.com/sechaltpodcast

Looking for hand crafted, custom work, military memorabilia or need something laser engraved? Connect with my good friend Eric Gilgenast.

Instagram: haus_gilgenast_woodworks_main

https://www.instagram.com/haus_gilgenast_woodworks_main/

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

Instagram: @securityhalt

X: @SecurityHalt

Tik Tok: @security.halt.pod

LinkedIn: Deny Caballero

Follow Michelle on LinkedIn and check out Squared Away today!

LinkedIn: Michelle Penczak

https://www.linkedin.com/in/michellepenczak/

Instagram: cmpencz

https://www.instagram.com/cmpencz/

Website: gosquaredaway.com

https://www.gosquaredaway.com/

Support the show

Produced by Security Halt Media

  continue reading

Chapters

1. Introduction to Security Hot Podcast (00:00:00)

2. Michelle's Military Spouse Journey (00:01:34)

3. Creating a Remote Career While Deployed (00:05:30)

4. Building Squared Away for Military Spouses (00:16:09)

5. Finding the Right Talent and Setting Standards (00:24:13)

6. Collaboration Over Competition (00:32:24)

7. Identity Crisis for Military Spouses (00:38:29)

8. Closing Thoughts and Contact Information (00:43:55)

290 episodes

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