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Michelle Powell is the founder of the site Live Well. Serve Well. com where she equips others to nourish their life with better ingredients and God's word. In the last year, she decided to pivot her personal training business and launch her virtual whole-body wellness brand. Michelle focuses on teaching others to make simple ingredient swaps, so they can continue to eat the foods they love without all the inflammatory ingredients. In addition to running her at-home online business, Michelle enjoys life with her husband and three kiddos in Southern California.   In This Episode:  Michelle dives into what Whole Body Wellness looks like and means to her and for her clients  Anti-inflammatory ingredient swaps you can make today Grocery shopping tips  How Michelle equips and encourages women with weekly Biblically focused devotionals  How to build your relationship with the Lord   Quotable moments: “There is a difference between knowing who God is and having a relationship with Him!” "Struggles are a good thing - you are putting yourself in a position for GROWTH." "Our pain is not wasted, our work is not done in vain."  "Do not just be hearers of God's word but doers as well!!"   Connect with Michelle:  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/livewell.servewell/ Website: https://livewellservewell.com/    

Lindsey Konchar is a licensed graduate social worker turned stay-at-home mama. When her daughter was 9 months old, she found herself lost in the depths of PPA, PPD, and postpartum rage. She needed to make a change to find her way back into the light. She found a way to use the clinical skills she had developed in her practice and hold on to the work she had loved so much - write a friggin' book. I Got 99 Coping Skills and Being a B*tch Ain't One is a quippy, evidence-based guide to help individuals find better, healthy coping skills. We all know life can be unimaginably challenging. It brings stress and grief, anxiety and angst, but that doesn't mean we should lose hope. By using the small, simple, actionable steps in I Got 99 Coping Skills and Being a B*tch Ain't One, Lindsey helps you find what uniquely works for you to optimize your life!   In This Episode:  An honest conversation about Postpartum Anxiety, Depression and Rage Coping Skills you can use for anxiety and stress   Lindsey's personal and professional journey with Mental Health The process it took to write and publish her own book: I Got 99 Coping Skills and Being a B*tch Ain't One How her book provides small, simple, actionable steps you can use to optimize your life!   Connect with Lindsey here: https://www.instagram.com/copingwithlindsey/  Buy her book here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0B4SPLPGG     *If you or someone you know is experiencing suicidal thoughts or a crisis, please reach out immediately to the Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 800-273-8255 or text HOME to the Crisis Text Line at 741741. These services are free and confidential.

Courtney Beck is a Nurse Practitioner and Health Coach out of rural Oklahoma. She is a farm wife, momma, migraine sufferer and is an advocate for all women struggling with migraines. She has been in the trenches, knows migraine, and got tired herself of doctors giving her no options. She knew there was another way and found it and now wants to share her knowledge with everyone else.    In This Episode:  Different types of Migraines   Testing to find the root cause  Supplements to help prevent and/or treat Migraines  Nutritional, Lifestyle & Non-Toxic changes you can make when suffering from Migraines Advocating for your health    Connect with Courtney: Instagram  

If you're looking to start or restart a fitness routine this is the episode for you! In this solo episode I share how I started my fitness journey 9 years ago, what advice I give my health & wellness coaching clients and also provide several tips you can implement today!!    Connect with me on your fav social platform:  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ashleymbaumann/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ashleymbaumann17  TikTok: https://vm.tiktok.com/ZMeTwgFA8/

Araz Nelson has been a hairstylist for 21 years. She started her career when she was a junior in high school. Over those years she went from assisting a hairstylist, to renting a chair, to renting a suite to ultimately opening her own salon in the middle of a pandemic. She is also owner of an independent hair color education company called COMBED education where she helps hairstylist's build their confidence in hair coloring.   In this Episode:  Leaning into your intuition/listening to your gut  Getting out of your comfort zone to your growth zone  How to strengthen your mindset  Taking personal responsibility for your life   How she grows her business through referrals How she combined her skillset and mindset to create a hair color education company for the hair industry    Quotable Moments:  “Do it scared!”  "The journey to the growth zone when FEAR tries to stop you - You either fold and you let it take over or you rise up and do it scared." “When you water certain areas of your life you reap the benefits in other areas as well” “Be your own f**king hero”  “If it's your calling it's going to keep calling.” "Stay open minded. There is either growth or decay - there is no chill. You are either growing or decaying"    Connect with Araz:  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/this_is_araz/ Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-combed-education-podcast/id1602845496

Gut health is the latest buzzword in the health and wellness space. In this episode I share my personal gut health journey, why gut health is important, how to improve your gut health and how your gut affects your skin health, energy levels, hormone balance and weight.  To start your on gut health journey with the nutrition program I mentioned in this episode click here: https://www.teambeachbody.com/shop/d/4WGPTSPSHKEssentials?referringRepID=284184   Connect with me on your fav social platform:  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ashleymbaumann/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ashleymbaumann17  TikTok: https://vm.tiktok.com/ZMeTwgFA8/

In today's episode I share the challenging season I've been in and why I almost gave up on the podcast. Being transparent about what it's like to be a podcast host while also running an online business, social media, as a mother and wife. I hope that by sharing it encourages someone to not give up on their calling, passion, purpose, business,etc and instead learn how to take a step back, rest and recalibrate and make necessary changes to keep going! 

Chrissy Williams is a Registered Dietitian and owner of Chrissy Williams Nutrition. In the last year, she decided to get off the corporate leadership ladder and go all in on her virtual integrative nutrition private practice. Chrissy specializes in women's health, focusing on the 6 pillars for metabolic efficiency.  In addition to running her thriving practice, Chrissy balances life at home in Pennsylvania with her husband and two toddler sons. In This Episode:  Finding a career that aligns with you  Self Reflection Practices  Hormone Health The most common issue causing hormone imbalance in women  Tips for Postpartum Moms on how to best support hormones as they shift back to their new normal Adrenal Support   Connect with Chrissy: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chrissywilliams.rd/ Do you have a sluggish metabolism quiz: ​​https://quiz.tryinteract.com/#/61aa6403dddfd00018e194bc 

In this episode, I share my story in an interview on the Life Well Lived podcast by Kayla Brandon. Check out Episode 24 to hear Kayla's story and learn more about her podcast!  As a corporate drop-out-turned-entrepreneur, health and fitness coach, and podcaster I drop some serious knowledge on how I manage my busy days balancing both motherhood and my career, as well as actionable tips on how to start a podcast. In this interview, we cover my transition from the world of corporate marketing to entrepreneurship, what inspired me to start the Be Ambitious podcast, how to identify your target audience, where to begin if you have no idea how to start a podcast, my morning routine that sets myself up for success and so much more.   Connect with me on your fav social platform:  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ashleymbaumann/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ashleymbaumann17  TikTok: https://vm.tiktok.com/ZMeTwgFA8/

Samantha Henson is the award winning clinical pet nutritionist and founder behind Next Generation Pet Wellness. She started her career as the CPN for Premier Pet in Metro Detroit before moving on to start NGPW in 2017. Driven by a mission to help one million pets, Samantha is best known for inspiring pet owners everywhere to better care for their companions.    In This Episode:  The biggest issue when it comes to a dog's health  What not to feed your dog & how to find the best pet food  How Samantha's company is helping 1 million pets  The one thing she would do differently if she was just starting her company How to prioritize your family while running a successful business   Key takeaways:  “Over 50% of american dogs are clinically obsese and many are dying from cancer, heart disease." "Meetings can be pushed, your kids' emotions can not." Avoid food with corn, wheat or soy based - inflammatory ingredients.  Buy your pet's food from a local, speciality and/or independently owned pet store. Ask questions as the employees there should be knowledgable.  Find a business mentor when starting your business.  Book recommendations:  Traction Essentialism   Connect with Samantha:  Website: https://www.nextgenerationpetwellness.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nextgenerationpet/

In this episode I talk about Leaving a Legacy, what that means and looks like. I also share questions you can remuniate and reflect on when thinking about your own legacy. As I mentioned in the epiosde, you have to be intentional today in order for your legacy to come true tomorrow. Can't wait to hear your thoughts on this one!      Connect with me on your fav social platform:  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ashleymbaumann/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ashleymbaumann17  TikTok: https://vm.tiktok.com/ZMeTwgFA8/

Lindsay Gizicki is currently the editor of an architecture magazine based in Troy, Michigan, and writes for publications all across the country. Lindsay is an avid book lover, wife and mother to her daughter, Harper, and her son, Henry. Her debut children's book, To the Moon and Back, launches February 28.   In This Episode:  How to start writing your first book How to publish your book, find an illustrator, printer, etc  How to launch, promote, market your book Lindsay's vision for her children's book imprint and future books Episode Notes: How to start writing your book: Start with your idea From that idea comes plots, characters, location, scenery  Make a bulleted list and then fill in the gaps  Research  Find an author's support group  Research different forms of publishing and see what fits you best    Marketing your book:  Think outside the box: collaborations with other companies and people: author signings, selling the book alongside another product  Cross-promotion + Collaboration  Subscription box  Local mom groups  Libraries  Lindsay's daughter's creativity inspired her “To create worlds for other kids”  “you can juggle every day, but you can't juggle every moment of every day” "Find ways to connect with kids and have them connect with their parents while including characters from our books."   Lindsay's first book To The Moon and Back is available starting February 28th: https://www.hankarooreadings.com/ Connect with her on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hankarooreadings/   

In this episode I share about the Miscarriage I recently experienced at 8 weeks pregnant with my second baby. This was the hardest thing myself and my husband have ever been through. I hope that by sharing other women will feel less alone in their grief.      Connect with me on your fav social platform:  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ashleymbaumann/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ashleymbaumann17  TikTok: https://vm.tiktok.com/ZMeTwgFA8/

Najette Hammond, C.N.P. is a Certified Holistic Nutritionist and mom to twin girls. For 6 years, Najette specialized in corporate wellness as a Holistic Nutritionist.  She took almost four years off to care for herself during her twin pregnancy and the first few years of her daughter's lives. Now that Najette has experience raising her girls and incorporating her wellness knowledge to ensure they are as healthy as possible, she is providing that knowledge to newly pregnant mamas and new parents to assist them in empowering themselves to not only give their children the most nutrient-dense food possible, but also educate themselves, ask the right questions, and become advocates for their entire family. Najette is  the owner at Mama Bear Natural Nutrition and the author of her book The Empowered Parent. In This Episode: Tips to help your toddler eat more vegetables  Examples of nutrition dense meals  What to look out for when grocery shopping for your children  How to ask the right questions and make educated health decisions for your children  How nutrition affects your child's behavior & signs to look out for to know if it's happening Homopathetic medication alternatives Najette recommends    Connect with Najette:  Buy her book The Empowered Parent Website Instagram   

Lauren Cunningham is a recipe developer and certified holistic health coach. After dealing with a few health issues of her own, she enrolled in classes at the Institute of Integrative Nutrition. The goal of her business is to prove that eating healthy and cooking at home is not just another expensive fad, but is something that is affordable and attainable for the everyday person. She is passionate about helping everyone, but especially the autoimmune disease community, find their balance.    In This Episode:  From majoring in Accounting to creating a career as a Recipe Developer and Certified Holistic Health Coach  How her autoimmune disease has influenced her career & how she supports her clients Staying open minded to different forms and practices of medicine as well as career opportunities Not being afraid to start small Affordable ways to eat healthy   Connect with Lauren on Instagram and through her Website

It's the end of the year and you are left feeling disappointed by all the things you didn't do. You had high expectations and big goals that you didn't achieve and it's left you feeling like a failure....Girl, I'm with ya! You could choose to dwell on those missed opportunities and unattained goals OR you could focus on everything you DID accomplish and the person you became along the way. Something that has helped me at the end of every year is to list out everything I DID accomplish that I am PROUD of myself for.  In this episode I give you questions to reflect on about the past year and then how to use that information to set bold and realistic goals for the new year!!!      Connect with me on your fav social platform:  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ashleymbaumann/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ashleymbaumann17  TikTok: https://vm.tiktok.com/ZMeTwgFA8/

Do the holidays stress you out? You're not alone. It's the most wonderful time of the year right? How come we are so stressed out? In this episode I share tips on how to reduce your stress level during the holidays and have a more intentional and enjoyable season!    Connect with me on your fav social platform:  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ashleymbaumann/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ashleymbaumann17  TikTok: https://vm.tiktok.com/ZMeTwgFA8/

Vanessa Aviles is the owner of Soul Compass, a Life & Mindset Coaching business. The coaches coach - Life and Mindset Coaching that helps coaches and online service providers shatter mindset + visibility blocks so they can level-up, show-up and earn their worth.   In this Episode:  Your Subconscious Mind & How it Works Positive Psych Tools & Hypnosis Most Common Mindset Blocks  Tips to Improve Your Money Mindset  Co-creating with God    Common Mindset Blocks:  Money Mindset  Visibility  Worthiness    Time Techniques: Helps eliminate negative emotions that are deep rooted in your body. Helps eliminate: negative emotion, disempowering beliefs, limiting decisions     Tips to change your Money Mindset:  Viewing Money differently: it's neutral and a tool. Getting comfortable with wealth and the things you want. Embodying your next level self right now.    Hypnosis can help you with:  Quitting Smoking Weight Loss Sleep Issues  Phobias Self esteem, abundance, confidence    Quotable Moments:  “A lot of our thoughts, patterns, beliefs and behaviors are our paradigm and our paradigm controls over 97% of our behavior/what we are doing.” “Sometimes people think they are doing the right things. They are doing the meditations, the affirmations, the gratitude. Why isn't it working?! Because the subconscious mind isn't believing it. Everything goes back to our self image and what we do believe to be true.”  “The majority of the beliefs that we have are adopted from others. Do you hear your voice or do you hear someone else's voice?” “Abundance is a feeling and not a thing. It's a state, it's how we feel - I know that I have everything that I need and I know that it will be provided for me.” “You can't just wait for God. You gotta move! He will move when you make a move. He wants to see you co-create and you cannot co-create while sitting on your butt!”   Connect with Vanessa: Website: https://vanessaaviles.com/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamvanessaaviles/  

Kayla Brandon is a certified holistic health coach, former fitness instructor and podcast host of the Life Well Lived podcast, where she aims to share actionable tips on how to live a life well lived.    In This Episode:    How to Start a Podcast  Time Management Tips  Living Life with Intention Balancing having a Career and Motherhood  Sober Living      Reasons to start a podcast:  Connect people to information, resources, tips, experts, offer a platform for people to share their information  How to start a podcast:  You do not need a business plan  What you do need a willing spirit, creative ideas, go getter attitude, time management  Create an idea for the podcast - name, mission, what it's about/who it's for  Do your research  Write your intro and outro  Use Garageband and Zoom to record     Time management tips:  Limit time on Social Media  Put your phone on Airplane mode  Plan in advance Record podcast episodes ahead of schedule   Advice for working moms:  Know that it's not going to be perfect every day  Be intentional with what your role is in every moment  Write your to do list the night before      Daily Habits & Rituals:  Gratitude first thing when you wake up  Prayer & Devotional Movement/Workout    Quotable Moments:  "Live with my own mortality in mind, knowing that today could be my last so what am I going to do to make it the best one?”  “Living with the end in mind makes you live a better life.”  “Where you are most afraid is where you should take the most action.”  “There's gotta be more. Frankly, I am talented, I am educated, I believe in myself and I have so much to give so I wanted to be compensated for that and I don't think there is anything to be ashamed of there.”  “You can have a career and a side hustle and a family and no you will not be doing all of these things perfectly all at once...but you can make time and chip away at your goals little by little if you have good time management.”   Connect with Kayla:  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kayla__brandon/  Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/life-well-lived/id1578095126  Website: https://www.kaylabrandon.com/  Resources:  Alcohol and Cancer Risk Fact Sheet: https://www.cancer.gov/about-cancer/causes-prevention/risk/alcohol/alcohol-fact-sheet This Naked Mind: Control Alcohol, Find Freedom, Discover Happiness & Change Your Life: https://www.amazon.com/This-Naked-Mind-Discover-Happiness/dp/0525537236/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=this+naked+mind&qid=1634689607&sr=8-1   

Do you ever feel like an imposter?  Questioning your abilities as an entrepreneur, second guessing the big dreams and goals you've set for yourself. This is common for anyone who is pursuing anything outside of their comfort zone and working on leveling the F up! In this episode I share tips to help you work through imposter syndrome when it arises. Start a conversation with the inner critic in your head.  Make a collection of all your positive experiences & accomplishments. Realize you're not alone and this is part of the process.  Keep taking action.  Remember that any time you are feeling imposter syndrome it means you're on the right path! Keep going!!    Connect with me on your fav social platform:  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ashleymbaumann/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ashleymbaumann17  TikTok: https://vm.tiktok.com/ZMeTwgFA8/

Kayla Ybanez is a speaker, content creator, consultant and the host of the Stop The Hey Girl Podcast. She has founded two companies, one specifically helps network marketers build relationship based businesses without cold messaging. In 2021 she founded Ybanez Media, a Chicago based creative social media agency to help business owners with getting in front of buyers and creating recognizable brands and communities.   IN THIS EPISODE:  Starting before you're ready  The hard truths about being a business owner Social media based on what actually matters, not vanity metrics The biggest mistake Network Marketers make    QUOTABLE MOMENTS:  “Got to, didn't have to, got to decide to be proactive instead of reactive. Sometimes we have to be backed into a corner to realize we have skills and gifts that we sit on.”  “Not everyone is going to agree with what you're doing and there is more than one way to do something.”  “One of the best ways to stand out is to take something you've learned and create your own method.”  “Social media metrics don't equate to what actually matters in business. Do you just want numbers of people looking at you or do you want to make money? Because until you get clear about that, your actions will not likely support what you want.”  "Ask your followers “what is their takeaway from this post?” Did the post inspire them to take the action you wanted them to take?"  “Sacrificing short term money grabs for long term legacy.”  “As a mom you can have all the things just not necessarily at the same time.”    Connect with Kayla: https://www.instagram.com/kaylaybanez/ https://www.instagram.com/ybanezmedia/   

Do you dread your alarm and snooze it over and over? Are you not a morning person, but you want to be? Do you notice those who get up early get more done and seem to be happier?!  In this episode I talk all things morning routines such as what my current morning routine looks like and how to implement and/or improve your current routine. Tune into this episode to learn more about:  Creating a routine that makes you jump out of bed with excitement Prepping for your morning the night before Starting with small changes Eat that Frog! https://www.amazon.com/Eat-That-Frog-Great-Procrastinating/dp/162656941X/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=eat+that+frog&qid=1632363850&sr=8-1     Connect with me on your fav social platform:  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ashleymbaumann/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ashleymbaumann17  TikTok: https://vm.tiktok.com/ZMeTwgFA8/  

It's the end of the day and you realize you barely put a dent in your to do list. You're an entrepreneur who owns their time yet you're less productive than you were when you were working 3 jobs and planning your wedding. How the heck is that possible?! You seem to have constant squirrel brain jumping from task to task, checking your phone which goes off every minute and letting your day fly by without getting anything productive done! In this episode I share habits that you can start implementing today to increase productivity and decrease overwhelm.   

Tanya Kara Tutcher is the founder of Influence PRX, a social media management company. She is also a busy mom of two and a newlywed.  In This Episode:  Tanya's entrepreneurial journey, starting with her first business at just 19 years old  Building a successful business through hardships & adversity Social media strategies for connecting with your target market and increasing engagement  The future of social media   Tips for working moms    “No choice but to succeed.”  “If you don't believe in yourself, you won't make it.”  “Staying focused through all the noise.” “Social media is like a plant. You have to water it every day to grow.”  “Be willing to make the sacrifices, but you must DELIVER.”    Connect with Tanya: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tanyakara_/  https://www.instagram.com/influenceprx/ Website:https://influenceprx.com/

Are you feeling down, in a funk, stuck? Life has its challenges and  many of us struggle to find joy, motivation, positivity and good thoughts. In this episode I share tips and ideas you can use to get yourself out of a funk and start living your best life again!!

Anxiety is a feeling of fear, dread, and uneasiness. It might cause you to sweat, feel restless and tense, and make your heart race. Anxiety disorders are the most common mental illness in the U.S., affecting 40 million adults in the United States age 18 and older, every year. If you're struggling with anxiety you are not alone! During this episode I share tips and habits you can implement to manage, lessen and work through your anxiety. 

Kristen Browe is the owner of Browe Skin & Brow Bar - a luxury spa studio specializing in skin care and eyebrow design. After a successful career in the residential construction industry, Kristen decided to pursue her passion for esthetics and opened up Bro Skin & Brow in November of 2019. Her business continues to grow and they have plans for expansion in the near future.  In This Episode:  Reviving what you are passionate about  Adapting during unexpected circumstances Specializing in what you love  Creating opportunities for others Tips to grow your brand on Social Media  “This was going to be a make or break moment for my business and I decided I was not going to let it fail!”  “You have to be energized and you have to be in a good mindset in order to take care of everybody else. It's what I preach and what I provide to all my clients. Making sure I do that for myself too is really helpful.”  Strategies for Building Your Brand on Social:  Concise and confident brand image  Not everyone is your customer. Specialize/Niche   Don't compare. Stay true to your brand  Show up every day Run Ads & paying attention to Insights  Show your face  Connect with Kristen: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/broweskinandbrow/ Website: https://thebrowebar.com/  

Tierra Filhiol is the Founder and Lead Cultural Strategist at FLAVVRR. After ten years of leading digital and social strategy on the agency side for global brands like General Motors & Minute Maid, Tierra wanted to explore fresh ways to work with companies and unique audiences.   So in 2019 she launched FLAVVRR, a cultural brand strategy, and marketing firm. Today, she continues to help some of the world's most loved brands win over the hearts of their audiences. But her most important and fulfilling job is simply, Mom.   In This Episode:  From digital strategist for an advertising agency to CEO of her own cultural brand strategy & marketing firm  How her company leverages cultural marketing intelligence to help clients understand, build relationships with & understand new audiences and communities  Keeping up with social media trends  How therapy can give you the tools to work through anxiety  Replacing negative self talk      “At the end of the day they are going to do what's best for them and so I chose to do what was best for me.”  “Having the discipline to not let flexibility be your downfall.”  “All of the things I want to do, all the ventures I want to explore, all the new projects I am looking at. In my mind they are all contributing to the legacy I want to build and not just for me but the impact that God put me on this earth to have.”  “I encourage people to be open to their therapy journey. To not be afraid of things that ultimately may serve you better than not doing anything.”     Connect with Tierra:  FLAVVRR: https://www.flavvrr.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tierrafilhiol/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tierrafilhiol/  Twitter: https://twitter.com/tierrafilhiol?lang=en 

Do you feel like you'll never have enough money, opportunities, love, etc? Do you believe that there are limited resources? Do you worry about never accomplishing your dreams?  If you're anything like me then you may be suffering from a scarcity mindset! Either you grew up worrying about money and/or opportunities or something has happened along the way and you've developed a “lack of” scarcity mindset. Either way this is something we can overcome! There are more than enough blessings, money, opportunities for all of us.  In this episode I share a few things you can start implementing to change your mindset from scarcity & fear to one of positivity & abundance! 

Amanda Adamcheck is the owner of Kiloh + Co, a local women's apparel brand. Amanda started out her entrepreneur journey with an Etsy shop that grew into a top 2% shop, allowing her to leave the corporate world and pursue her dream full-time. Eventually her Etsy shop shifted into an apparel brand and now she leads a small but mighty team of 3. In This Episode:  Sticking to what works  Making decisions that are best for your business  Using an Email List to grow your business and communicate with your customer base  Launch strategies  Hiring to grow and scale  “If you're not excited about it, your people won't be excited about it” “If you're always doing everything yourself  you're never going to scale and grow.” “I want to provide a place I didn't have in corporate. Make it a place where people enjoy coming to work and are treated well.”   Keys to Success:  Confidence Hard Work  Self Awareness  Consistency   Connect with Amanda:  https://www.instagram.com/kilohandco/ https://kilohandco.com/ 

Are you currently searching for your PURPOSE? I don't think there is a right or wrong way to figure out what exactly your God given purpose on this earth is. However, I share several  questions in this episode that you can ask yourself and reflect on that will help guide you along the way to your purpose!    Questions to Reflect On: What do you love to do? What do you wake up excited for?! What comes easy to you? What are your strengths? What would your ideal day look like and FEEL like? What times in your life have you felt the happiest/most joy? What challenges have you faced and have overcome and/or are working through that you could help others work through? Who specially do you want to help & how do you want to help? If you could do anything regardless or fear or money or circumstances what would you love to do?  Take some time alone to answer and journal on these questions. Pray, meditate, ponder, brainstorm!    Book recommendations: PURPOSE DRIVEN LIFE by Rick Warren: https://www.amazon.com/Purpose-Driven-Life-What-Earth/dp/031033750X/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=purpose+driven+life&qid=1626919843&sr=8-1 FIND YOUR WHY by Simon Sinek: https://www.amazon.com/Find-Your-Why-Practical-Discovering-ebook/dp/B01CZCW3ZA/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=find+your+why&qid=1626919876&sr=8-1

Brandi Bowman has been a business owner for over 10 years. Starting as a website designer, she worked for other entrepreneurs before starting her own online retail business Honey & Home in 2018! Honey & Home is a home decor, gift & lifestyle shop. In 2020, noticing the gap and lack of resources available for new retail businesses, Brandi created the Storefront Queen + the Holiday Planning Masterclass. The Storefront Queen is an online workshop that teaches businesses the fundamentals to creating a 6-figure storefront.   In This Episode:  Trusting Your Gut Creating a Business Using Your Strengths   What It's Like to Run A Retail Business  Productivity Hacks    Episode Notes:  "I worked on websites on the side and realized very quickly I could make a living working for myself and I didn't need to conform to this corporate box." “I never questioned it (starting her own business). In my gut it was the right decision for me and I went for it.”  “Why am I not a vessel to get this information to other people. I think it's extremely important to be able to give women entrepreneurs, women in business the tools to be successful through community and business development.”    Productivity Hacks:  Batching & Time Blocking Erin Condren Planner  Themed Work Days/Routine  Being self aware/finding your zone of genius   “Knowing myself and knowing when to capitalize on my time. I know that I am most productive during 7am-11am so all of my big tasks get scheduled during that time period.”  “You bring a lot to the table and it's ok to remember that”    RESOURCES: Wholesale resource: www.faire.com  VIP GROUP Sign up (we send birthday coupons, exclusive emails, etc.): https://www.honeyandhome.online/queensociety  VIP Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/325027455553581/  Storefront Queen Masterclass: https://www.movementmktg.com/storefrontqueen The Holiday Planning Masterclass: https://www.movementmktg.com/hpc     Connect with Brandi:  https://www.instagram.com/_brandibowman_/ Online Retail Store:https://www.instagram.com/honeyandhomellc/ Podcast:https://www.instagram.com/brunchwithjackieandbrandi/  

In pursuing the life of your dreams, it's important to affirm what you want to create and accomplish. You'll attract that which you affirm daily and focus on consistently. Affirmation is the action of declaring something into existence. It's a form of prayer, meditation or auto-suggestion declaring that which your heart desires. In this Episode:  Defining Affirmations  Benefits of an Affirmation practice  How to implement Affirmations  Examples of Affirmations you can use   Soundtracks by Jon Acuff: https://www.amazon.com/Soundtracks-Surprising-Overthinking-Jon-Acuff/dp/1540900800/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=soundtracks&qid=1625711868&sr=8-1   I Am Affirmation cards: https://www.teambeachbody.com/shop/d/BRBMotivationCards?referringRepID=284184    Connect with me on your fav social platform:  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ashleymbaumann/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ashleymbaumann17  TikTok: https://vm.tiktok.com/ZMeTwgFA8/

Raise your hand if you struggle with being a people pleaser! In this episode I provide 4 things you can implement to overcome your people pleasing ways and make decisions that are best for YOU.    Start Saying “No” Don't Explain or Apologize Set Boundaries Work With a Therapist Healthline article I referenced: https://www.healthline.com/health/mental-health/set-boundaries Connect with me on your fav social platform:  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ashleymbaumann/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ashleymbaumann17  TikTok: https://vm.tiktok.com/ZMeTwgFA8/

Amanda Walsh is a mother, wife, and creative entrepreneur who owns The Launch Hive, a custom brand & website design studio for the bold and badass. From starting a side hustle that didn't work out, to being a full time solopreneur, she is going to share branding and social media tips with us to help you along your business journey.   In This Episode:  Tips on how to build a brand if you are just starting out How to stand out in a saturated market The difference between branding + brand identity and why you need both   Episode Notes:  If you're just starting to create your brand:  Choosing your brand: colors/color palette, fonts, style for brand recognition  Free training on branding visuals:  https://view.flodesk.com/pages/60257042fa7051428a396fac BRANDING vs. BRAND IDENTITY  Brand Identity: The way your brand looks - the visual aspect.  Branding: The foundational pieces that make your brand - your mission, values, beliefs, your why. Deeper rooted questions.    What to refine before creating your brand identity:  Who is your ideal client/who do you want to help, how you can help them/how they are feeling?    "HUMANIZE your brand."   Unfollow or mute accounts  on social media that you're comparing yourself to. Stop following so many people in your industry. They are NOT your ideal client.    How to stand out in a saturated market:  Be real, show up as a your authentic self on social media  What is your unique value proposition? What is something your ideal client needs that you can offer?    “You all don't have the ideal client, although you may do the same thing you aren't helping the same people.”   Keep the ideal client in mind when you are creating content, messaging, how you are showing up on social.     Market research - ask your audience and clients more questions! Use polls, question box, quiz box on IG stories.    “You can have a board WHO (who you help) as long as you have a specific WHAT (what you help them with)”    Connect with Amanda:  Website: https://www.thelaunchhive.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thelaunch_hive/

I'm not gonna sugar coat it, being rejected sucks. It makes you question yourself and feel like a failure. It hurts and it stings. It makes you feel down & out and causes your head to spin with negative self talk. Instead of wallowing in the negativity for days try moving forward with positivity. But like how do you do that when you're feeling rejected?! This is what's worked for me: 1. Let yourself feel the emotions for a little bit - sadness, hurt, disappointment. 2. Talk to those around you who are positive & supportive about how you're feeling - they will reenforce positivity and help you see the silver lining. 3. Learn and acknowledge that Rejection is just REDIRECTION - everything happens for a reason. Opportunities will pass you by in order to make room for something bigger & better. God has a plan! 4. Move forward with positivity and focus your energy on something new - Don't dwell on the rejection. Instead plan a new project or find a new opportunity to focus on and get excited about!     Connect with me on your fav social platform:  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ashleymbaumann/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ashleymbaumann17  TikTok: https://vm.tiktok.com/ZMeTwgFA8/

Andrea Walker is a mom of 2 toddlers and 1 fur baby, a Pro Bridal Makeup Artist for 8 years, a Salon & Studio Owner who is pursuing her unicorn dream at full force! She has remained authentic and driven with her brand and purpose while faced with personal and professional obstacles.    In This Episode:  Doing whatever it takes to pursue your calling  How to grow your business in the bridal makeup industry  How to juggle multiple businesses while also being a mom The importance of taking care of your mental and physical health Persevering through personal and professional obstacles    Episode Notes: How to grow your business as a makeup artist:   Word of Mouth/Referrals  The Knot Instagram  Ask for reviews from former clients    Advice for new moms:    Ask for help  Don't ignore your needs  Don't take on the weight of the world Hire a babysitter, have groceries delivered, etc.   What Andrea would tell her 21 year old self: Say No  Speak Your Truth  Stand Up for Yourself  Don't care what others think of you and your decisions  Don't waste your time being around people who gossip  Surround yourself with with people who are positive, inspiring, pursuing goals  Don't Wait!    Quotable Moments:  “Working 40 hours a week and doing 25 to 30 weddings a year. Two full time jobs and no life but it was what I needed to do to finally separate and leave my full time job and pursue makeup full time.” “If you stay in your comfort zone, you're not going anywhere!” "This is my calling. This is my purpose. This sucks right now but I know 6 months from now I will be good!" “Don't have the mom guilt. You need your own life! It's hard in the first year or two to identify yourself as anything other than a mom.”  “In order to do what you need to do. Help yourself! If that means taking one day a week to have a babysitter and getting out of the house to get work done. Prioritize what needs to be done and take a minute for yourself!”  “Someone told me this: Your life and your priorities are like juggling a bunch of balls. Some of them are glass and some of them are plastic. You have to figure out which ones are glass and which ones are plastic and you have to be ok with dropping the ones that are plastic.”  “Don't give a single thought to what anyone is going to think about what you're doing. You're not for everybody!”  “Community over competition.”   Connect with Andrea:  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/andreawalkermua/ The Knot: https://www.theknot.com/marketplace/andrea-walker-makeup-artistry-romeo-mi-878360

My journey with therapy, how I overcame bullying and stopped being a people pleaser. Working with a therapist can positively impact & improve every area of your life like it has mine! Mental health matters. Drop the stigma.  In this episode:  How therapy improved my life  Benefits of working with a therapist  How to find a therapist    Episode notes:  Therapy helps you handle emotions from problems or stress, even if they aren't dramatically life-altering or traumatic. Therapists hold you accountable and help you clarify your goals and priorities.  The opportunity to work through life's challenges together instead of alone.  A therapist provides problem solving tips you can implement in your life. Therapy can also improve your relationships and clarify which relationships are good for you and which ones you need to let go of.   Tips for how to get started with Therapy:  Ask for recommendations Do your research Don't delay!   Find someone with similar values  Virtual options available (but recommend in person) Switch to a different therapist if you're not connecting with your first one  It's going to be uncomfortable at first, but eventually you'll look forward to going!    Connect with me on your fav social platform:  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ashleymbaumann/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ashleymbaumann17  TikTok: https://vm.tiktok.com/ZMeTwgFA8/

Taylor VanDyk is an online Dietitian who coaches chronic dieters to help them finally make peace with food and fuel their bodies! She started her business in 2020 after learning from the pandemic that she really enjoyed working from home and could make a difference in the online space. In This Episode:  How Taylor's own struggles with body image inspired her to help others with theirs  Benefits of working with a professional The challenges of starting your own business  How consistency helps you grow your business on social media  Advice for those who want to become a Dietitian   Quotable Moments:  “If not now, when?!”  “I wanted to help women on a more individual level to overcome the barriers and things I've gone through on my personal journey”  “Diet culture teaches you less is best”  “A lot of people just need clarity.”  “I wanted the freedom and flexibility that comes along with entrepreneurship.”  “As a coach you need to fill your cup up first.”   Episode Notes:  Taylor focuses on 4 pillars of health with her clients:  Body Attunement  Balance & Satisfaction  Foundational Habits  Maintenance & Recovery    Benefits of Working with a Professional:  Clarity  Speed of Implementation  Accountability    Social Media Tips:  Be consistent  Take advantage of creating content when you are feeling inspired  Create content in advance  Repurpose your content  Look at your analytics and recreate content that performed well    Daily Rituals:  Journaling and Affirmations  Working out in the morning  Listening to podcasts Connect with Taylor:  Instagram: https://instagram.com/tay.vandyk Tik Tok: https://vm.tiktok.com/ZMenWe5s3/ Work with Taylor: https://linktr.ee/taylordnutrition

Rachelle Welling is a Photographer & Business Mentor who quit her 9-5 career when her son was only 10 months old to start her own photography business. She not only takes stunning photographs but also helps others find the same success that she did by teaching them photography and business skills! What sets her apart from other photographers in the industry is how she shows up authentically on social media to grow her brand.  In this Episode:  Scarcity vs. Abundant Mindset  Actionable steps to take to start your own business Daily habits to get you on your A game   How to use social media to grow your brand & business Learning how to pivot when faced with an unexpected challenge    Quotable Moments: "Scarcity says you're a victim, but abundance says you're in the driver's seat!" “When I was at my desk job, I sat down and quieted my mind, and I envisioned what my ideal life would look like. I would steal 5 minutes in an empty conference room and meditate on it.”  “I have learned more as a business owner than I have ever at previous jobs. Owning and operating your own small business/side hustle is literally like getting your real life MBA.”  “Start getting comfortable, getting uncomfortable, and getting used to failure. Analysis by paralysis is real!”   “You can choose to be victim of your circumstances or you can take responsibility for how you choose to perceive them.”    Episode Notes:  Actionable steps for starting a business: Do a CODB (Cost of Doing Business).  Raise your prices.  Do it the right and legal way. File for your LLC, get business insurance, and pay your taxes. Don't half ass it. Invest in your business.  If you don't talk about your business, no one will. Stop being afraid of sales and treat this like what it is, a business.   When Rachelle is on her A-game, she's found that this trifecta catapults her to show up as her best self: Daily movement (which for me looks like 20-30 minutes of exercise) Meditation (5-15 minutes, guided or unguided) Journaling (I write 3 things I'm grateful for, 3 affirmations, and 5 things on my to do list)   Rachelle's advice to her 21 year old self: Ask for what you need.  Set boundaries.  Outsource.  Join a networking group with other like-minded women.  Invest in your growth.    Connect with Rachelle: Website: www.rachellewelling.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rachelle.welling/  

Caterina Passarelli is a former journalist turned multi-passionate entrepreneur, author & copywriter. She started her first online business at 21 which allowed her to resign from her news career by the age of 24. She's also the author of 6 romance novels, several of which have made it into the top 100 in their specific romance categories on Amazon! In this episode:  Time Management Tips How network marketing can prepare you for other career paths Self Publishing vs. Traditional Publishing How to learn from and move forward when a launch doesn't go as planned. How to define success for yourself  You're not too good for therapy   Quotes: “I liked what I was doing with the news but being my own boss gave me more freedom.” “I'll make it work and if it doesn't then I'll start something else.”  “For a girl who didn't even know that she wanted to be an entrepreneur I absolutely love it and the life it's given me and the freedom that I have today. I encourage everybody who's interested in doing something like that it's completely possible for them. Even if they don't see how it's possible for them the tools are out there!”  What Caterina's online business taught her: Learn to be self sufficient  Structure your time/set deadlines  Handle criticism and negativity  How to go after your dreams  Caterina's Top Time Management Tips:   Eat That Frog by Brian Tracy:  https://www.amazon.com/Eat-That-Frog-Great-Procrastinating/dp/162656941X/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=eat+that+frog&qid=1619828657&sr=8-1 Make To Do List the night before or first thing in the morning  Productivity Planner  Time Blocking  “I like to look at myself and what I'm doing as an experiment!” “When creating goals ask yourself WHY do you want to pursue that goal?”  “You are not too good to go to therapy” “Stop and celebrate your wins” “Define success for yourself”   Resources:  Connect with Caterina TikTok: http://www.tiktok.com/@caterinapassarelli Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/caterinapassarelli Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/catpassarelli Join Caterina's book email list: http://www.caterinapassarellibooks.com Shop Caterina's books on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Caterina-Passarelli/e/B017JC1OJW/ref=dp_byline_cont_pop_ebooks_1   **Team Beachbody® does not guarantee any level of success or income from the Team Beachbody Coach Opportunity. Each Coach's income depends on his or her own efforts, diligence, and skill. See our Statement of Independent Coach Earnings for the most recent information on the actual incomes of all our Coaches.

On this episode of Be Ambitious we talk about going for your dreams despite fear, why I started this podcast and how I'm figuring it out along the way! In this episode:  Intro on me, Ashley!  What you can expect from Be Ambitious  Where I started and why I decided to start a podcast  Why ready is a lie!   I'm Ashley Baumann a health & business coach, wife and mother who went from being insecure, anxious and stuck in an unfulfilling corporate career to a confident, authentic and purpose driven entrepreneur. I live in Michigan with my college sweetheart Billy and adorable daughter Isabella. Podcasts have been a pivotal part of my personal and business growth and I finally got over my fear and started one!    This is your show to learn from me and other inspiring entrepreneurs on how to turn your passion into a fulfilling career and live an empowering life!   Connect with me on your fav social platform:  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ashleymbaumann/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ashleymbaumann17 TikTok: @ashleymbaumann