From start to finish, Melissa Banks has made 2025 a year of dreams fulfilled. She hosted her annual conference IMAGINE THE POSSIBILITIES, was a guest speaker for other events, launched a new book PLAN IT LIKE A PRO and expanded her online business.
Through it all she has shown how a woman raised in Mississippi has been able to touch the masses by tapping into her God-given abilities and talent.
Melissa, great to catch up with
you again in the pages of Conversations Magazine. 2025 has been a big
year for you. What has it been like for you to reflect on some of the
highlights?
I'm excited to be back! 2025 has truly been an incredible year. When I reflect
on all the opportunities I’ve had and the doors that have opened, I’m filled
with gratitude. It’s a powerful reminder that when you believe in yourself,
stay committed to the work, and lean into your faith, amazing things can
happen.
One of the big things for you that
I have seen this year is your really leaning into your role as a media
personality with your new show The Melissa Banks Show. Talk to us about
what that’s been like for you to engage with a new audience.
The Melissa Banks Show has been such a rewarding experience. It’s given
me the chance to connect with new people, hear their stories—their wins, their
struggles, and how they’ve kept going—and then share those stories to inspire
others. I hope that through these conversations, viewers are encouraged to take
action in their own lives.
Books have been a big part of your
brand over the past 4 years. What has that been like for you to embrace your
title of bestselling author?
Wow—Bestselling Author was never even a title I thought to dream about.
Embracing that role has been incredibly humbling and fulfilling. I’m so
grateful for the journey and the impact the books have had on others.
We’ve talked before about some of
the challenges you have overcome. What has that been like for you to show
others what is possible?
It’s been a true honor. My passion is showing people that their circumstances
don’t have to define them. I remember the first time I shared my story and saw
how it resonated with the audience—it reminded them that no matter what things
look like, they can keep going. If you don’t quit, you can achieve far more
than you ever imagined.
Event Planning continues to be a big part of your business. You are actively doing events as well as discussing it in your books and even this year a training series. What has that been like for you to share your love of event planning and the importance of having an event planner?
Event planning is where it all began for me 26 years ago, and I still absolutely love it. Being able to share what I’ve learned in my books and now through my training series has been incredibly rewarding. Hosting my first training and pouring into aspiring planners was a true full-circle moment—it was an honor to share the knowledge and tools that have helped me thrive in this industry.
Fear is something that holds so
many people back. What has helped you to not let it stop you?
I made a decision that quitting is not an option. When fear shows up—and it
still does—I acknowledge it, but I keep moving anyway. I’ve learned not to wait
for the fear to disappear, because sometimes it doesn’t. Instead, I move
forward with courage in spite of it.
Feeling worthy is something that
some struggle with. What has helped you to not just embrace your worthiness but
walk in it even through the difficult times?
Affirmations have been life-changing for me. I say them out loud every
day—sometimes several times a day—to remind myself of who I am. It’s not about
what I see in front of me; it’s about what I know to be true. These
affirmations keep me grounded and help me walk in my worth, no matter the
circumstances.
Any advice you can share with our
audience about the importance of going after your goals and dreams, even when
it’s tough?
Your dream won’t happen on its own—you have to take intentional action every
single day. Keep moving in the direction of your dreams, even when it’s hard.
Progress doesn’t always look like big leaps; sometimes it’s just not stopping.
Don’t wait for the perfect moment. Keep going, keep working, and most
importantly, keep believing.
Melissa, excited to see what’s
next. How can our readers stay connected with you?
Thank you so much for having me back! Readers can stay connected with me on Facebook and Instagram and through my website at www.themelissabanks.com.
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