Lean In and Level Up

Lean In and Level Up

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Lean In and Level Up episodes

  • The Remote Working Reality for Business Moms

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    When work meets life in the most literal sense, it's not just about conference calls interrupted by cries for snacks—it's about redefining professionalism. 

    In this episode, Ashlie and Whitney reflect on the challenges and triumphs of balancing professional responsibilities with the unpredictability of raising children in a remote work environment.  They discuss the foundational flexibility of their company, the evolution of its work-from-home culture, and the surprising benefits and pitfalls that emerged along the way. 

    Through it all, Whitney and Ashlie emerge as advocates for a remote work model that supports not only the company's growth but also the well-being and diverse needs of its employees. 
    Listen For:
    2:37 The Beginnings of a Remote Company
    4:58 Sales Challenges and Team Dynamics
    9:25 Empathy in Leadership
    29:17 Hybrid Work and Individual Needs 

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    32 min
  • The Journey From the Ground Floor to the C-Suite

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    Whitney and Ashley discuss their journey to becoming the CEO and CFO of their company, respectively. They reflect on their early roles in the company, the challenges they faced, and how they navigated through adversity.

    Both highlight the importance of understanding team strengths, providing a supportive environment, and being adaptable. They also emphasize the significance of titles being just words on a page and the real value lies in the work done.

    They encourage you to say yes before you’re ready, do things even when scared, and to learn from every experience as it could lead to future opportunities.

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    4:28 Building Client Relationships
    7:10 Leadership and Problem Solving
    10:24 Work-Life Integration
    14:02 Organizational Growth and Restructuring

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    28 min
  • Cheer and Change: Ashlie Marshall’s Journey of Growth

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    Ashlie opens up about her journey from childhood to adulthood. She grew up in a devout Catholic household, frequently moving around the country due to her father's work in military housing construction. There was a series of religious schools, then eventually the family settled into a Lutheran school in Tomball, Texas, where Ashlie became a competitive cheerleader.

    Despite the challenges of relocating and dealing with unkind peers, Ashlie found stability in cheerleading, which remained a constant through her high school and college years.

    Her narrative delves into her family dynamics, the strict yet loving upbringing by her parents, and her evolving understanding of her own identity and resilience through various personal and professional challenges.

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    41 min
  • Resilience Rewritten: Whitney Ramirez's Path Through Adversity

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    From overcoming adversity to carving her own path.

    Whitney Ramirez's journey is nothing short of extraordinary. In this episode, we dive into Whitney's past, a mosaic of challenges and triumphs that shaped her indomitable spirit.

    Growing up believing her great-grandparents were her grandparents and dealing with a serious health scare at an early age, she faced life with a resilience that is as inspiring as it is humbling. Whitney's story is one of grit and determination; working multiple jobs to keep the lights on after losing her caretakers, she was the first in her family to attend and graduate from college, all while managing a chronic health condition.

    Her life is a powerful testimony to the strength of the human spirit and an embodiment of the belief that where you come from doesn't determine where you're going.

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    7:53 Loss and Resilience
    10:04 The Struggle to Stay Afloat
    17:15 Health Battles Begin
    23:53 Post-Graduation Plans

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    40 min
  • Trailer

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    This is what we're all about. 
    It's about business. 
    It's about life.
    It's about being a C-Suite Chick

    1 min

About Lean In and Level Up

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Welcome to Lean In and Level Up—the podcast where real leaders get honest.


Hosted by Ashlie Marshall, a CFO, executive strategist, and no-fluff kind of leader, this show is…