Prowess: Stories Of Leaders Who Have An Edge with Ashley Crouch

Prowess: Stories Of Leaders Who Have An Edge with Ashley Crouch

Welcome to the Prowess Podcast. I am your host, Ashley Crouch. Attention firebrands, game-changing women entrepreneurs, visionaries, luminaries, rising stars, disruptors, and innovators: Your internet dominion begins right here. Want to go from unknown to unforgettable? At Appleseed Communications, we extract the potential and package your story to connects on top national media outlets, with a laser eye for impact, precision and intentionality that will make your competitors wonder how you came out of nowhere. We launch campaigns that reach billions, put no-name brands on national stages, and help visionaries go viral worldwide. If you are already making waves in your industry, have a game-changing solution to revolutionize the status quo, and are looking for examples of prestigious moguls to give you a back-door approach to hack your way to the top, you’ve come to the right place. I am taking you behind the scenes to unveil the little-known stories of leaders who have an edge. How they got there, triumphed, overcame, and went the distance? Tune in as I ask the tough questions to top titans, multimillion dollar CEOs, multi-time bestselling authors and get nitty gritty into the details of the top-performing practices they used so YOU can position yourself as a Power Player in your industry.

Episodes

June 28, 2022 36 mins

As members of the human race, we are all so interconnected. And it is our job to fight against injustices and bring on positive changes to make the world a better place for everyone. 

At a very young age, our guest Shirah Mansaray has already opened her eyes to any unequal treatment observed in her society. That motivated her to become an advocate and raise awar...

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Sometimes the universe will play its cards and throw us off balance. Going through these major changes, feeling like your life and growth is at a standstill, can be disheartening, especially when you feel like you're the only one with hard days. It can take a toll on your confidence, your motivation and your drive. 

But the thing is, you can't let those hard day...

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“Business opportunities are like buses; there’s always another one coming.” – Richard Branson

With the level of uncertainty we see today, more people ask, how can you develop a viable business in a world that keeps changing so fast? How can you build an empire and create a legacy?

In today’s episode, we are sitting down wit...

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It’s common for entrepreneurs to have these brilliant ideas in their minds, but they back down when it comes to putting them into action. Sometimes, they make a huge leap, but the momentum fades over time. So, what happens? Most of the time, it’s just a matter of self-doubt. Their limiting beliefs always defeat their goals to succeed. Limitations are everywhere; they’re inevitable. But we can always ...

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When life gives you a lemon, make a lemonade. Sounds old but lives true to its essence. Life is full of challenges; all of us go through them. But we can turn our darkest circumstances into victories that make us stronger. It's only a matter of seeing things from a new angle.

In today's episode, Ashley is joined by the best-selling author, inspiring keynote speake...

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To be successful in doing business and life, having the right mindset is essential.

How do you develop the mindset that fits where you want to go and make the right decisions to keep you moving forward rather than hold you back?

Also, in crisis, such as the pandemic, how will you handle doing business to thrive?

In today’s motivating episode, we have the real estate maven and the Co-Founder and CFO of Orbit ...

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Wondering how to master your to-do list and maximize your productivity through the remainder of the year?

 

During the summer months, do you need that little push to act on your to-do lists?

 

Or, are you a high achiever who needs a new challenge for the next 6 months?

 

In this brand new episode, I talk to my friend and previous clien...

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In this episode, Kara Goldin joined Ashley Crouch. Kara is the founder and CEO of the number one non-alcoholic beverage in America, Hint Inc., a thirst-quenching unsweetened flavored water. She just closed her Series D round of funding. Kara now offers a product line available in over 30,000 Brick-and-Mortar stores while doubling its online revenue during the Covid-19 Pandemic. She is an author of th...

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Who says that being a homemaker makes it impossible to venture into a business and enormously succeed in it?

Lisa Bilyeu went from stay at home housewife to co-founder of a multi-billion dollar company, Quest Nutrition. Advocating for women to be the hero of their own lives, she is also the co-founder of the digital media company focusing on empowering content, Impact Theory and Women of Impact, which re...

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How To Live Off The Beaten Path, Add Play To Your Career, And Achieve Massive Success

Are you someone who is driven but often taking the lesser-traveled road? Do you dream “out the box,” crave adventures and have a thirst for the unknown? What is stopping you from exploring the less popular but richly satisfying walks of life? In Season Two, Episode Five, Lee S...

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Wondering if it's possible to build a business with your partner in life and love? 

Curious about the future of influencer marketing? 

This episode is for you. 

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Why is it that some people pop onto the scene, make an impact and suddenly have both an awe-inspiring and enviable presence in their field? What advice, hacks and tips would you want to learn if you could observe their lives for a day?  Are you wonderi...

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Have you ever admired someone who skyrocketed from the middle of the pack to the top of their field? Did you ask yourself how they achieved such exemplary success and how you can as well? Are you ready to make the gutsy choices which will guide your ascension to the top? Listen now to learn how bold moves become money moves and why you cannot always do it alone.  

Tune in no...

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Do you feel a nagging disconnection in your life that you can't exactly place? Are you eager to up-level your life and finally see how incredible your dream life can be, but can't precisely place what is holding you back? Maybe you are unsure of what you want anymore and have lost your most authentic desires? Conversely, maybe you "have it all" but feel chronically exhausted, stressed and still not f...

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Do you aspire to be a powerhouse in your industry but are currently feeling stuck or even worse, bored? Or maybe you find yourself drawn to the boldest woman in the room and crave the confidence and brilliance that she exudes but have no idea how to get on her level? Have you ever contemplated what sets fierce women apart and how you can join them as an influencer in your field? Stepping into your po...

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Have you dreamt about writing a book but are intimidated by the process or uncertain of where to begin? Do you view yourself as a thought leader with a story or message so compelling that others need to hear it? Are ready for your message to start making waves but also worried if you do write a book that it will fall flat?Tune in now to Season One, Episode Six of the Prowess Podcast and hear Ash...

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In this episode, I’m joined by Sheri Salata. Sheri is the author of The beautiful no:  and other Tales of Trial, Transcendence and Transformation, her memoir describing her journey as former 711 store manager to the executive producer and co-president of the Oprah Winfrey Network. 

Download your free chapter here: https://thepillarlife.com/the-beautiful-no/

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Are you living the life of your dreams or feeling a bit lackluster when you think about your current big picture? If you aren’t mingling within the ranks of your industry’s movers and shakers or living the lavish life of your dreams, have you ever considered that your mindset might be stopping you?  

Ready to plunge forward into becoming the power player and ind...

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Have you ever wondered how some of the most note-worthy business tycoons remain grounded after achieving tremendous notoriety? Are you looking forward to building your business and developing yourself into a true dominion both personally and professionally? Taking the time to educate yourself in areas of personal development will help you pave the way toward your professional success. Don’t underesti...

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Positioning is key to creating an iconic brand. No one is more of an expert on how to build an iconic brand than Ali Brown. Are you an entrepreneur who isn’t quite sure how to “position” your business? Or maybe you aren’t sure exactly how your business reached the position it is in, but are also realizing that your ideal clients aren’t noticing you within the crowd? Ready to grab, or reestablish, you...

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