The Nickolas Natali Show

From Battlefield To Business With Nic Ashby

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Join us this week as Nickolas Natali sits down with Nic Ashby, the founder of Leadership Designs, to explore his transition from military service in Iraq to becoming a successful entrepreneur. Ashby shares the profound impact his deployment had on his life and business philosophy.

Show Notes:

  1. Deployment to Iraq:

    • Nic discusses how his military experience reshaped his appreciation for life and influenced his entrepreneurial vision.

    • Starting Leadership Designs:

      • Facing financial challenges and the housing crisis, Nic talks about the perseverance needed to start and sustain a business.

      • Building Partnerships:

        • Insights into forming long-lasting partnerships with reputable brands and the significance of mutual commitment.

        • Skill Stacking and Business Scaling:

          • Ashby shares his approach to acquiring new skills and strategically scaling his business amidst various challenges.

          • Working with Influencers:

            • The complexities of authenticity and work ethic when collaborating with influencers and ambassadors are discussed.

            • Life-Altering Decisions:

              • Nic shares a personal story about a life-threatening incident and how it prompted him to prioritize his business and team.

              • Living a Fulfilling Life:

                • Reflections on seizing meaningful moments and what it truly means to live a fulfilling life.

                  • Chapters:

                  • 00:00 Introduction and Background
                  • 00:24 Deployment to Iraq and Changing Perspectives
                  • 10:52 Building Strong Partnerships with Reputable Brands
                  • 31:41 From Skill Stacking to Scaling a Business
                  • 41:13 Navigating the Challenges of Working with Influencers
                  • 57:49 Choosing Meaningful Moments for a Fulfilling Life

                    • Follow Nic Ashby:

                    • Nic Ashby on Instagram - GRDLOC
                    • Nic Ashby on Instagram - Personal

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                        • Recommended Episode:

                        • "Adapt or Die: Handle Rapid Change In Your Business" with Chris Do (Episode 149)

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