Unfiltered Entrepreneur by Ashli Pollard - Business Tips for Digital Service Based Founders and Agencies

In this episode, I had the pleasure of interviewing Ashton Whitmoyer-Ober, a successful entrepreneur and Enneagram expert. She is also a published author and has released several books including "The Enneagram for Relationships", the workbook "The Two of Us: A Three-Year Couples Journal", and "The Enneagram Made Simple". We talked all about her journey as a business owner, including what it’s been like for her to be a mother of two while running two businesses and writing a book. Juggling so much at once, Ashton shares how crucial it has been to have a supportive partner and community, why we all need to find a work/life balance, and how taking risks can lead to success. As if that wasn’t enough, we even got into the connection between Enneagrams and Astrology and the similarities between different personality types. It was an insightful and inspiring conversation, and I think you’ll each come away from it as inspired as I was. ► Go to Ashton's Website, Enneagram Ashton, here! ► Follow Ashton on IG @enneagramashton ► Follow The Business Gal Co @thebusinessgalco ► Book Ashton's Services ▶︎ Watch the Video Podcast Here! 00:42 — Intro 02:10 — Ashton & I's Relationship 05:22 — Ashton's Origin Story 09:20 — How to Grow a Following 10:56 — Becoming a Full Time Content Creator & Author 16:22 — What is an Enneagram Anyway? 19:49 — Launching a Second Business 22:00 — Ashton's Brick & Mortar Fashion Boutique 24:57 — Future Plans & Zero-to-One Founder 27:12 — Sharing Trade Secrets with Similar Business Models 31:54 — The Vision Board 34:27 — Ashton and Her Husband Derek 37:58 — Developing a Work/Life Balance 41:04 — Where to Find Ashton 42:14 — Bonus: How Our Enneagrams Work Together Resources: "The Enneagram for Relationships: Transform Your Connections with Friends, Family, Colleagues, and in Love" "The Two of Us: A Three-Year Couples Journal: 1,000+ Daily Questions for Growing Closer (Question a Day Couple's Journal)" "The Enneagram Made Simple: A No-Nonsense Guide to Using the Enneagram for Growth and Awareness" The Doers Portal Team AP Consulting Team AP Resource Shop The Roundtable Freebies _____ Into it? Subscribe/Follow/Rate the podcast wherever you are listening (from one entrepreneur to another, we know how important this is right?!) Subscribe to the Team AP Consulting YouTube Channel! And make sure you take your Archetype quiz to unlock loads of free content tailored to you + your business. Follow us on IG here! And check out all the other bomb podcasts from Fast Forward Productions right here. Get more from Ashli over on this side and leave your listener voicemails at the link below

I'm sharing some of my top tips for enhancing your brand and attracting your ideal client. One of the key things we touch on is the importance of sharing your mission and values with your audience. Not only does this allow you to connect with clients who share your similar beliefs and values, but it helps you build a strong and loyal following. Being transparent and vulnerable helps people connect to you not just as a brand, but as a person. Opening up about your mistakes, lessons learned, and personal experiences can help you reach your audience on a deeper level, and weaving your personality into your messaging makes your brand one of a kind. Remember, you are the best asset in your business, and your story and experiences are what set you apart from everyone else. ▶︎ Watch the Video Podcast Here! 00:42 — Intro 01:25 — My Weekend Getaway 03:04 — Your Story is Your Business 05:50 — The Ideal Client 06:28 — Telling a Story 09:31 — Step One 10:27 — Step Two 16:32 — Living in the Online Space 18:24 — The Best Asset Resources: Follow Ashley Bennington The Doers Portal Team AP Consulting Team AP Resource Shop The Roundtable Freebies _____ Into it? Subscribe/Follow/Rate the podcast wherever you are listening (from one entrepreneur to another, we know how important this is right?!) Subscribe to the Team AP Consulting YouTube Channel! And make sure you take your Archetype quiz to unlock loads of free content tailored to you + your business. Follow us on IG here! And check out all the other bomb podcasts from Fast Forward Productions right here. Get more from Ashli over on this side and leave your listener voicemails at the link below

I'm excited to share my thrilling story of how I managed to break into New York Fashion Week not once, not twice, but three times. I was a young woman determined to land a job in the fashion industry, and I'll take you through my hilarious and outrageous attempts to get in. From trying to con my way past security to hacking my way in with an old QR code, I tried it all. Along the way, I encountered some of the biggest names in fashion and even checked in celebrities like Beyonce and Jessica Biel. But getting into Fashion Week was only half the battle. Listen in as I recount my firsthand experience of the glamour and excitement of the runway shows. ▶︎ Watch the Video Podcast Here! 00:42 — Intro 01:22 — My History of Breaking into Fashion Week 02:04 — Break In #1 06:59 — Break In #2 08:31 — Break In #3 20 :01 — Looking Back Resources: The Tents Documentary on Fashion Week The Doers Portal Team AP Consulting Team AP Resource Shop The Roundtable Freebies _____ Into it? Subscribe/Follow/Rate the podcast wherever you are listening (from one entrepreneur to another, we know how important this is right?!) Subscribe to the Team AP Consulting YouTube Channel! And make sure you take your Archetype quiz to unlock loads of free content tailored to you + your business. Follow us on IG here! And check out all the other bomb podcasts from Fast Forward Productions right here. Get more from Ashli over on this side and leave your listener voicemails at the link below

Sure, Sasha is wwner of Daring Creative, a Brand Consultancy and Creative Studio but she's also been a part of the Team AP space through group programs and The Do-ers, we love her! Sasha is a daring leader whose business creates bold brands for courageous companies through strategically-informed and creatively-led signature experiences. Her unique experiences not only give her the edge a business needs to stand out, but also helps her truly care for and guide her clients in an intimate way. Follow Sasha's company Daring Creative on Instagram Browse Daring Creating's services and website ▶︎ Watch the Video Podcast Here! 00:00 — Intro 02:27 — Welcoming Sasha & Daring Creative 06:15— Diving into a New Industry 09:00 — The Value of Connection 11:17 — How to Use Marketing 15:20— Scaling Up 21:00 — What's New & Expansion Strategy 25:40 — Alter Ego 31:51 — Empowering People 34:39 — Becoming the Icon Resources: Alter Ego by Todd Herman The Doers Portal Team AP Consulting Team AP Resource Shop The Roundtable Freebies _____ Into it? Subscribe/Follow/Rate the podcast wherever you are listening (from one entrepreneur to another, we know how important this is right?!) Subscribe to the Team AP Consulting YouTube Channel! And make sure you take your Archetype quiz to unlock loads of free content tailored to you + your business. Follow us on IG here! And check out all the other bomb podcasts from Fast Forward Productions right here. Get more from Ashli over on this side and leave your listener voicemails at the link below

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Hey there, on this episode, we dive into the topic of copycat syndrome and how to navigate feeling unoriginal in your business, art, or hobby. I go into the difference between copying and plagiarizing, and why being a beginner sometimes means following a recipe that you know works. On the flip side, I also share a fun exercise that will help you tap into your creativity and separate yourself from the norm. Tune in to hear my personal tips and experience on finding your own voice and take in your journey to success. ▶︎ Watch the Video Podcast Here! 00:42 — Intro 00:50 — Copycat Syndrome 01:31 — Copying vs. Plagiarism 06:28 — The Keys to the Kingdom 10:59 — Try This Exercise 14:23 — Practical Applications to Your Business Resources: The Doers Portal Team AP Consulting Team AP Resource Shop The Roundtable Freebies _____ Into it? Subscribe/Follow/Rate the podcast wherever you are listening (from one entrepreneur to another, we know how important this is right?!) Subscribe to the Team AP Consulting YouTube Channel! And make sure you take your Archetype quiz to unlock loads of free content tailored to you + your business. Follow us on IG here! And check out all the other bomb podcasts from Fast Forward Productions right here. Get more from Ashli over on this side and leave your listener voicemails at the link below

Get ready for a wild ride on this episode of Below 14th Street! I'm Ashli Pollard, and I'm taking you on a journey through my unconventional path to landing an internship at Oscar de la Renta in the fashion industry. I share some juicy stories about how I had to bend the rules and work day and night to get ahead, while also being prepared and professional. But hold on tight, because I also reveal a personal story about how I almost blew my chance at the internship because I wasn't prepared. You won't want to miss this episode on the Unfiltered Entrepreneur! ▶︎ Watch the Video Podcast Here! 00:00 — Intro 02:11 — Cutthroat 04:53— Oscar de La Renta 7:32 — Lessons Learned 8:10 — The Interview that Went Wrong 15 :35 — Life Lessons Resources: The Doers Portal Team AP Consulting Services Team AP Resource Shop The Roundtable Freebies _____ Into it? Subscribe/Follow/Rate the podcast wherever you are listening (from one entrepreneur to another, we know how important this is right?!) Subscribe to the Team AP Consulting YouTube Channel! And make sure you take your Archetype quiz to unlock loads of free content tailored to you + your business. Follow us on IG here! And check out all the other bomb podcasts from Fast Forward Productions right here. Get more from Ashli over on this side and leave your listener voicemails at the link below

Kate Bone is an artist, embodiment educator, and the founder of wonderwell creative: an interdisciplinary creative studio and community that explores the intersection of creativity and wellbeing. You've seen Kate most recently starred in the viral hit feature film, "Purple Hearts", on Netflix and has worked alongside legendary artists including Jessica Alba, Gabrielle Union, St. Vincent, Ty Dolla $ign, and Adam DeVine, to name a few. She is a singer, songwriter, and collaborator in several music projects including HUESA. Tune in to hear more about Kate's work with creatives and her passion for helping artists reach their potential. ► Follow Kate's company 'wonderwell' on Instagram @the.wonderwell https://www.instagram.com/the.wonderwell/ ► Follow Wonderwell Embodiment @wonderwell.embodiment https://www.instagram.com/wonderwell.embodiment/ ► Follow Wonderwell Creative @wonderwell.creative on IG and TikTok! https://www.instagram.com/wonderwell.creative/ https://www.tiktok.com/@wonderwell.creative Redeem a free month in The Well, her monthly membership for creative exploration with code:  https://sutrapro.com/wonderwell/pricing/checkout/GI1rer9aMAo6hDSRR7EV 00:00 — Intro 00:42 — Meet Kate 02:25 — Kate's Story & Alter Ego 11:06 — Being a Creative in Business 19:07 — Charging Services 27:40 — Limiting Beliefs 37:04 — Slow is Quick & Quick is Slow 40:49 — Fulfillment & Structure 44:50 — Time 48:57 — Breaking Down Kate's Businesses Resources: Kate's IMDb Listen to Huesa Kate's IG @kate___bone Kate's TikTok @katebonehead Kate's Website The Doers Portal Team AP Consulting Services Team AP Resource Shop The Roundtable Freebies _____ Into it? Subscribe/Follow/Rate the podcast wherever you are listening (from one entrepreneur to another, we know how important this is right?!) Subscribe to the Team AP Consulting YouTube Channel! And make sure you take your Archetype quiz to unlock loads of free content tailored to you + your business. Follow us on IG here! And check out all the other bomb podcasts from Fast Forward Productions right here. Get more from Ashli over on this side and leave your listener voicemails at the link below

We dive deep into the question that plagues us all: which marketing platform is the best fit for me? I recently had someone in my office hours who asked where they should be promoting their group program. Should they sell in stories, Instagram carousels, or maybe TikTok? What is worth your time? If you're feeling overwhelmed by all the marketing options out there, don't worry! In this episode, you're going to learn all about my personal take on how to use each platform effectively, including what works for visibility, connection, and sales. ▶︎ Watch the Video Podcast Here! 00:00 — Intro 00:32 — Office Hours 01:35 — Instagram, Reels, Stories, and TikTok 05:18 — Pinterest, YouTube, Podcasting, and Blogs 08:13 — Email Marketing 08:59 — Overview 10:00 — Which Platform is Right For You? Resources: The Doers Portal Team AP Consulting Services Team AP Resource Shop The Roundtable Freebies _____ Into it? Subscribe/Follow/Rate the podcast wherever you are listening (from one entrepreneur to another, we know how important this is right?!) Subscribe to the Team AP Consulting YouTube Channel! And make sure you take your Archetype quiz to unlock loads of free content tailored to you + your business. Follow us on IG here! And check out all the other bomb podcasts from Fast Forward Productions right here. Get more from Ashli over on this side and leave your listener voicemails at the link below

Discussing imposter syndrome in entrepreneurship, understanding personal motivations, and overcoming fear of taking steps without a clear path. Emphasizing the value of moving from theory to practice in business decisions and overcoming imposter syndrome through actionable steps and mindset shift.