Becoming a Client Again Made Me a Better Business Owner
Welcome back to the Unfiltered Entrepreneur! This week, I cover the invaluable lessons I've learned from being a client. I share my experiences with various service providers such as social media management teams, financial services, and ads advisors. I emphasize the importance of remaining a client and a student to continually improve your business, as well as the impact of effective customer journeys and how we, as entrepreneurs, can apply these lessons to optimize our own operations.02:48 — Introduction05:10 — The Importance of Being a Client and a Student06:38 — Lessons from Hiring a Social Media Management Team12:35 — Insights from Working with a Financial Business15:48 — Success Stories: Ads Advisor and Operations AgencyResources:· The Do-ers Library· Dial Zero MarketingInto 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 check out our FREE downloads page for even more incredible resources made specifically for you.Follow us on IG here! And check out all the other phenomenal 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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AH I finally got Imposter Syndrome! Here's How I'm Getting Through It (Plus some big announcements!)
In this episode, I’m getting real about imposter syndrome and how I almost held myself back from becoming an investor. After SXSW, a mentor’s tough love helped me make my first investment. Tune in for some motivation to stop letting fear hold you back from going after what you want—whether it’s raising prices, launching a new service, or diving into a new business venture! 02:26 - Even I Got Imposter Syndrome10:57 - My Investing Journey15:30 - Breaking Through Self-Limitations21:18 - What Imposter Syndrome *Really* Is22:41 - Introducing My New Round Table Program!Resources:The Do-ers LibraryWork with AshliInto 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 check out our FREE downloads page for even more incredible resources made specifically for you.Follow us on IG here! And check out all the other phenomenal 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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Listen to my Panel from SXSW and Insights Into My Future
In this special episode, I’m excited to share a portion of my panel at South by Southwest! It was an amazing experience speaking alongside incredible people and diving into the latest marketing trends. I’ll walk you through key topics like why email marketing still reigns supreme, how AI is changing the marketing game, and how to choose the right social media platforms for your business. Tune in for a mix of real panel insights and actionable advice you can use to level up your brand!2:26- Introducing my SXSW Panel7:02- The Power of Email Marketing8:49- How to Use AI in Marketing10:18- Which Social Media Outlets Should You Use? 11:46- How to go from Solopreneurship to Working at an Agency13:42- What Sparked My Podcast15:02- Where You Should Start with Your Marketing OptionsResources:The Do-ers LibraryWork with AshliInto 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 check out our FREE downloads page for even more incredible resources made specifically for you.Follow us on IG here! And check out all the other phenomenal 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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What I Would Do If I Started My Business Today (and One MUST DO at the end!)
In this episode of Unfiltered Entrepreneur, I share the strategies that I would employ if I had to start my business from scratch today. From the crucial importance of building an email list on day one to the value of investing in strategic mentorship, I share actionable steps to get you on the right track. Remember: It's not hard, it's new. You got this!02:26 — Starting a Business from Scratch03:51 — The Power of Email Marketing07:01 — Leveraging Social Media: Daily Reels Strategy09:16 — Building a Sales Funnel11:48 — Investing in Mentorship and Courses14:11 — Branding: When and How to Invest17:55 — Running Your Business Solo20:52 — The Importance of Commitment: No Backup PlanResources:· The Do-ers Library· Work with AshliInto 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 check out our FREE downloads page for even more incredible resources made specifically for you.Follow us on IG here! And check out all the other phenomenal 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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The Difference Between Good and Great Is NOT Talent
Feeling stuck in your entrepreneurial journey? You're not alone. In this episode, I dive into the nuances that distinguish good entrepreneurs from great ones. We’ll cover the importance of hard work over innate talent, and I’ll even share some personal stories of struggle and success when I was first getting started. I challenge the myth of 'ideal' opportunities and stress the necessity of finding joy in the mundane and boring aspects of work. By embracing consistency, sacrifice, and a love for the practice, I believe anyone can achieve greatness.02:26 — Welcome Back to Unfiltered Entrepreneur02:47 — Good vs. Great Entrepreneurs03:49 — The Myth of Talent vs. Hard Work07:48 — Falling in Love with the Practice12:58 — The Antidote to Burnout24:39 — Accepting Less to Achieve More27:07 — Choosing Your HardResources:· Join The Do-ersInto 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 check out our FREE downloads page for even more incredible resources made specifically for you.Follow us on IG here!And check out all the other phenomenal podcasts from Fast Forward Productions right here.Get more from Ashli over on this side and leave your listener voicemails at the link below
About Unfiltered Entrepreneur by Ashli Pollard - Business Tips for Digital Service Based Founders and Agencies
"No Fluff" "Direct" "Tangible Help" "Seriously Lifechanging" are ways the Team AP Consulting audience have described our straight to the point business tips we share regularly on our instagram @teamapconsulting. Tune in weekly for the unfiltered behind the scenes look with our Founder and CEO, Ashli Pollard, who shares actual advice to scale your business and live the life you're working so hard for.
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