Welcome back to the Shamelessly Ambitious Podcast! The last time I recorded a personal-update podcast was when we had lived in Costa Rica for just one week. Well, now we have officially been here for over a month and I can honestly say that Costa Rica has changed our lives (for the better). It has changed our life, how we experience life, how we experience one another…it has literally changed everything, including what our future gets to look like. 

 

Costa Rica to me is the definition of doing it differently. And it has been a full embodiment of all the things that I have preached, taught, and fully felt in my soul – which is that you don't have to do things like everybody else in order to have the success that you deeply desire. 

 

Thanks for listening. Thanks for being here.

 

 

TOPICS DISCUSSED

 

• Why Costa Rica has been the embodiment of doing things differently for me
• Our dream of living abroad and why we didn’t do it sooner
• What I realized about motherhood since we arrived in Costa Rica
• My life-long search for a home and what that looks like for me now
• Our exciting plans for the next few months
• The two things I want you to take away from this episode
• An invitation to come and join me in Italy

CONNECT WITH ASH

 

Instagram: @ashmcdonald

Website: ashmcdonaldmentoring.com

 

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I am the definition of duality — I swear like a sailor and break rules like it’s my job, but I also hold incredible space for my clients and work my ass off to help them achieve the success they’re after. But I'm also here for the non-preneur woman, too. My background in counseling gives me a unique perspective on what it means to show up, serve, & create connection for those who feel like they've never belonged before.

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It's not about what you do. Your success is being ignited by the pause and the space that you're giving yourself to be.

 

Welcome back to the Shamelessly Ambitious Podcast! In this episode, I’m talking to Kelsey Van Kirk and I am so excited as this is my first ever podcast interview in Costa Rica. It feels really special – just as special as the message behind this episode. 

 

Kelsey is here today to give you one of the greatest permission slips you will ever receive. And, as she said in the episode, “...all the abundance that’s meant for you will find you if you’re open to it.” Make sure to tune in because that’s just the start of some major gems that Kelsey drops - I know you’ll find something that resonates with you.

 

Thanks for listening. Thanks for being here.

TOPICS DISCUSSED

 

• Where Kelsey’s at, where she was, and where she thought she would be now
• The “I could so I should” mentality and how Kelsey shifted from that
• How “quitting” can be the right next step in business for you
• The one question women in business GET to ask themselves
• Letting abundance come into your life and business
• Cultivating deeply rooted joy and gratitude
• A message for you if you’re in that in-between phase
• Giving yourself what you want first

CONNECT WITH KELSEY VAN KIRK

 

Instagram: @mskelseyvankirk

Website: kelseyvankirk.com

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I am the definition of duality — I swear like a sailor and break rules like it’s my job, but I also hold incredible space for my clients and work my ass off to help them achieve the success they’re after. But I'm also here for the non-preneur woman, too. My background in counseling gives me a unique perspective on what it means to show up, serve, & create connection for those who feel like they've never belonged before.

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Welcome back to the Shamelessly Ambitious Podcast! Today’s episode is coming straight out of POTENT, one of my favorite programs I’ve hosted so far. Potent was a Voxer-only (the walkie-talkie app) social media strategy class that I ran a few weeks ago. This is part two of one of the epic trainings from within this program. I'm going to introduce you to one of the most important aspects of building visibility and authority so that your bank account overflows and your DMs are filled with the most soul-aligned clients. 

 

And, I'll help you create content that feels fun and easy. It’s 80% the energetics of it all, and 20% the actual strategy. When you’re done with this episode you’ll have real, tangible action steps to take your social media presence to the next level!! Thanks for listening. Thanks for being here.

TOPICS DISCUSSED

 

• Why I tell all my clients to throw niches and content buckets out the window
• Calling in the most soul-aligned clients
• Moving past the fear of “giving away too much” for free
• The most important question you can ask yourself when creating content
• Possibility marketing vs. pain point marketing
• Serving versus inviting your audience

THE ACCELERATORS

 

If you're liking what you're hearing, you'll LOVE my Accelerators. The Accelerators are intimate & expansive containers each featuring an in-person retreat in a unique location.

 

DM the words ‘PODCAST ACCELERATOR’ to @ashmcdonald on Instagram to snag a very special discount for podcast listeners only. We can chat about all the juicy details you need to know! 

 

All Accelerators are currently full but when you DM me I’ll give you access to the secret Accelerators waitlist!

MORE ABOUT ASH
I am the definition of duality — I swear like a sailor and break rules like it’s my job, but I also hold incredible space for my clients and work my ass off to help them achieve the success they’re after. But I'm also here for the non-preneur woman, too. My background in counseling gives me a unique perspective on what it means to show up, serve, & create connection for those who feel like they've never belonged before.

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Welcome back to the Shamelessly Ambitious Podcast! Today’s episode is all about our big move and the real behind-the-scenes of what it's been like moving to Costa Rica.

 

I’m telling you all about the magic. I mean, I can't really come up with any other word but MAGIC for this experience. When I recorded this episode, we had been in Costa Rica for exactly one week, and trust me, I’ve had many different varying responses to our big move here and our desire to try out something new. So, let’s talk about it all today. Thanks for listening. Thanks for being here.

TOPICS DISCUSSED

 

• Why we decided to come to Costa Rica in the first place
• The REAL behind-the-scenes of moving abroad with 3 children
• Attracting who you ARE not what you DO
• Our first few challenges in Costa Rica
• What I’m most grateful for

 

THE ACCELERATORS

 

If you're liking what you're hearing, you'll LOVE my Accelerators. The Accelerators are intimate & expansive containers each featuring an in-person retreat in a unique location.

 

DM the words ‘PODCAST ACCELERATOR’ to @ashmcdonald on Instagram to snag a very special discount for podcast listeners only. We can chat about all the juicy details you need to know! 

 

All Accelerators are currently full but when you DM me I’ll give you access to the secret Accelerators waitlist!

 

 

BOUNTIFUL

 

Join Bountiful! My last Voxer intensive of the summer…

 

Bountiful is a two-week program merging the strategy and energetics around money, hosted in Voxer, the walkie-talkie app, so you can listen on-the-go and on your terms.

 

Learn the balance between being the CEO of your money & becoming the energetic match for the money you're desiring. I'll teach you all about the energetics of wealth + a

MORE ABOUT ASH
I am the definition of duality — I swear like a sailor and break rules like it’s my job, but I also hold incredible space for my clients and work my ass off to help them achieve the success they’re after. But I'm also here for the non-preneur woman, too. My background in counseling gives me a unique perspective on what it means to show up, serve, & create connection for those who feel like they've never belonged before.

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Welcome back to the Shamelessly Ambitious Podcast! Today’s episode is a little different, and I’m super excited to hear your thoughts on it.

 

So, I run these Voxer groups with my clients, it’s one of my favorite places to host programs and teach – whether 1:1 or in a group, I do these training sessions here and I've had it in my heart and on my mind to share a bit of these trainings with you so you can see really behind the scenes of what it looks like to work with me and to be in a “Voxer intensive” program! 

 

This particular training is a special one. I am talking about CEO days, and more specifically, what a CEO day gets to look like. As I say in the episode, “A CEO day is really a time that you cultivate working ON your business rather than IN your business”. Thanks for listening. Thanks for being here.

TOPICS DISCUSSED

 

• What CEO Days can look like every week
• Getting clarity on your cycle and what your superpowers are
• How to best honor your phase each week
• Planning for the upcoming week 
• Calibrating your energy

THE ACCELERATORS

 

If you're liking what you're hearing, you'll LOVE my Accelerators. The Accelerators are intimate & expansive containers each featuring an in-person retreat in a unique location. The next one is happening THIS JULY in COSTA RICA! This container is for leaders who want to leap into their next level. It includes high level & individualized support with an emphasis on connection, growth, and accelerated ascension. 

 

In addition to the in-person retreat in Costa Rica you also get access to me and your community of sisters for 4 weeks of invaluable support. Together we'll achieve pure embodiment & amplification of you & your wildest dreams. Enrollment closes in June for this one! 

 

DM the words ‘PODCAST ACCELERATOR’ to @ashmcdonald on Instagram to snag a very spe

MORE ABOUT ASH
I am the definition of duality — I swear like a sailor and break rules like it’s my job, but I also hold incredible space for my clients and work my ass off to help them achieve the success they’re after. But I'm also here for the non-preneur woman, too. My background in counseling gives me a unique perspective on what it means to show up, serve, & create connection for those who feel like they've never belonged before.

LIVE OFFERINGS
• 1:1 Mentorship

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• The Passive Program Suite

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We are having a conversation today about time and we will start with the undeniable truth, time is our most valuable asset.

 

In this episode of the Shamelessly Ambitious Podcast, I’m talking about your relationship with time and time scarcity. What we choose to believe in and put energy towards are the things that we end up manifesting. When those negative thoughts creep up we have to say to ourselves, “I do have control of my energy. I can't create more time, but I can create more energy, which allows me to utilize my time in a more expansive way.” Tune in to learn exactly how I’ve changed my beliefs around time and energy to live a life full of limitless possibilities.

 

Thanks for listening!

TOPICS DISCUSSED

 

• Why time is sacred
• Evaluating your relationship with time scarcity
• The ways you can create more energy
• How we can only see what is meant for us
• Why your energy is your best business strategy

THE ACCELERATORS

 

If you're liking what you're hearing, you'll LOVE my Accelerators. The Accelerators are intimate & expansive containers each featuring an in-person retreat in a unique location. The next one is happening THIS JULY in COSTA RICA! This container is for leaders who want to leap into their next level. It includes high level & individualized support with an emphasis on connection, growth, and accelerated ascension. In addition to the in-person retreat in Costa Rica you also get access to me and your community of sisters for 4 weeks of invaluable support. Together we'll achieve pure embodiment & amplification of you & your wildest dreams. Enrollment closes in June for this one! 

 

DM the words ‘PODCAST ACCELERATOR’ to @ashmcdonald on Instagram to snag a very special discount for podcast listeners only. We can chat about all the juicy details you need to know! Offer expires soon, don’t wait!

 

MORE ABOUT ASH
I am the definition of duality — I swear like a sailor and break rules like it’s my job, but I also hold incredible space for my clients and work my ass off to help them achieve the success they’re after. But I'm also here for the non-preneur woman, too. My background in counseling gives me a unique perspective on what it means to show up, serve, & create connection for those who feel like they've never belonged before.

LIVE OFFERINGS
• 1:1 Mentorship

FREE & LOW TICKET OFFERS
• The Passive Program Suite

CONNECT FURTHER
• The Instagram community sees all the real time updates
• The website has all the current news

We live in a society where no matter what goal we set, the goalpost always moves the minute we hit it. Am I right? So I am here today to talk about celebration and receiving. 

 

We often question ourselves and our success. This recently happened to me and I realized I felt uncomfortable receiving help – or even receiving compliments. I was feeling like my success was not real. And, I realized that I had to change the narrative to celebrate all wins, no matter how big or small. 

 

In this episode of the Shamelessly Ambitious Podcast, I’m talking about how when we’re not living in alignment we end up missing out on what was meant for us. Remember that who you are is what attracts all that you desire. Thanks for listening. Thanks for being here.

TOPICS DISCUSSED

 

• My business growth over the past few years
• Why I was questioning my success
• How you’re receiving things in your life (and business)
• Gratitude and celebration for what comes in and what goes out

THE ACCELERATORS

 

If you're liking what you're hearing, you'll LOVE my Accelerators. The Accelerators are intimate & expansive containers each featuring an in-person retreat in a unique location.

The next one is happening THIS JULY in COSTA RICA!

This container is for leaders who want to leap into their next level. It includes high level & individualized support with an emphasis on connection, growth, and accelerated ascension.

In addition to the in-person retreat in Costa Rica you also get access to me and your community of sisters for 4 weeks of invaluable support. Together we'll achieve pure embodiment & amplification of you & your wildest dreams. Enrollment closes in June for this one! 

 

DM the words ‘PODCAST ACCELERATOR’ to @ashmcdonald on Instagram to snag a very special discount for podcast listeners only. We

MORE ABOUT ASH
I am the definition of duality — I swear like a sailor and break rules like it’s my job, but I also hold incredible space for my clients and work my ass off to help them achieve the success they’re after. But I'm also here for the non-preneur woman, too. My background in counseling gives me a unique perspective on what it means to show up, serve, & create connection for those who feel like they've never belonged before.

LIVE OFFERINGS
• 1:1 Mentorship

FREE & LOW TICKET OFFERS
• The Passive Program Suite

CONNECT FURTHER
• The Instagram community sees all the real time updates
• The website has all the current news

In this episode we’re having a really honest, raw, real conversation about MONEY.

 

Y’all, this is quickly becoming one of my favorite things to talk about. We’re going deep into what it looks like to make money differently and really live in abundance. So, I invited one of my dearest friends and mentors, Jenn Kennedy, to the podcast to make sure I REALLY dug deep into this topic. 

 

You and I both know, money can bring up a lot of feelings of both shame and guilt. And, we’re all about ditching shame here on the Shamelessly Ambitious Podcast. ;) As Jenn says in the episode, “If we have doubts, or fears, or shame, or guilt around money, that's programmed in our mind. And until we shift that programming, we can't shift our outside reality.” In this episode, you’ll really find out the best ways to shift your mindset and beliefs around money and come out the other side a woman who believes she can truly have it all.

 

Thanks for listening. Thanks for being here.

TOPICS DISCUSSED

 

• Jenn’s experience with money
• Healing your relationship with money
• Seeing money as an amplifier 
• How Jenn manages her money as a millionaire
• Being an ambitious woman
• Having intention when spending money
• Scarcity, neutrality, & abundance
• How + why the universe favors bold moves

CONNECT WITH JENN

 

Instagram: @thejennkennedy

THE ACCELERATORS

 

If you're liking what you're hearing, you'll LOVE my Accelerators. The Accelerators are intimate & expansive containers each featuring an in-person retreat in a unique location.

The next one is happening THIS JULY in COSTA RICA!

MORE ABOUT ASH
I am the definition of duality — I swear like a sailor and break rules like it’s my job, but I also hold incredible space for my clients and work my ass off to help them achieve the success they’re after. But I'm also here for the non-preneur woman, too. My background in counseling gives me a unique perspective on what it means to show up, serve, & create connection for those who feel like they've never belonged before.

LIVE OFFERINGS
• 1:1 Mentorship

FREE & LOW TICKET OFFERS
• The Passive Program Suite

CONNECT FURTHER
• The Instagram community sees all the real time updates
• The website has all the current news

You may have noticed (or let’s be real - you’re probably as busy as me and had no idea!) that last week a new episode of Shamelessly Ambitious didn’t come out as it normally does. I changed my mind about recording last week’s episode because I was sick, slammed with behind-the-scenes tasks getting ready for our move to Costa Rica, and simply could not fit it in without stressing myself to the max. In the past, I would have pushed through at all costs... But I dropped the “I do hard things” motto after finally realizing that’s how I kept ending up in burnout over, and over again.

 

Which brings me to this episode, where I’m talking about the actual key to preventing and fighting off burnout. And it's not what you’d expect!

 

My anti-burnout remedy is not about doing MORE self-care. My friend, today I want to introduce you to the concept of emotional power and truly invite you to recognize that your emotional power has the greatest impact on your business and ability to thrive. 

 

Being a CEO requires you to have perseverance. In order to be someone who can persevere, you have to be standing in your highest power. Perseverance is not “doing it no matter what” - it's doing it in alignment and doing what feels good. It's honoring your highest energy and owning your emotional power. Tune in to learn all the juicy details! Thanks for listening.

 

TOPICS DISCUSSED

 

• Signs that you might be experiencing burnout
• What causes burnout
• Taking back your emotional power
• Why self-care does not solve burnout
• 4 steps to gain back your emotional power
• How perception has the ability to change your reality
• Embracing healing in a positive, pacient, and compassionate way

 

THE ACCELERATORS

 

If you're liking what you're hearing, you'll LOVE my Accelerators. The Accelerators are intimate & expansive containers each featuring an in-person retreat

MORE ABOUT ASH
I am the definition of duality — I swear like a sailor and break rules like it’s my job, but I also hold incredible space for my clients and work my ass off to help them achieve the success they’re after. But I'm also here for the non-preneur woman, too. My background in counseling gives me a unique perspective on what it means to show up, serve, & create connection for those who feel like they've never belonged before.

LIVE OFFERINGS
• 1:1 Mentorship

FREE & LOW TICKET OFFERS
• The Passive Program Suite

CONNECT FURTHER
• The Instagram community sees all the real time updates
• The website has all the current news

As you know, the Shamelessly Ambitious Podcast is all about bringing guests to the forefront who can help us remember that we can do business differently, ditch the shame, and experience wild success. Hear me when I say this… success is different for everybody. That doesn't mean it's perfect. SUCCESS and PERFECTION are not the same. I think we all need that reminder. 

 

So, today I’m talking to my dear friend & client, Katie Grimes. This woman has a gift for tying LOVE into BUSINESS. And when I say that, I mean that she has the ability to help women and men discover love in their lives, and also to discover and find love within their business. As a holistic business coach, I’ll repeat once again, life, love, and business are all deeply connected. Everything comes together, and Katie does it so brilliantly.

 

Thanks for listening. Thanks for being here.

TOPICS DISCUSSED

 

• What love addiction really is and how it affects all people from all backgrounds
• The direct correlation between how you feel in love and how you feel in business
• How Katie is doing business differently in her coaching business
• How cycle syncing has impacted Katie’s schedule
• Shame as an entrepreneur and how to work through it
• Lessons in life that will make you better at what you do and who you are
• Being unapologetically yourself to attract the right people into your life and business

CONNECT WITH KATIE

 

Instagram: @kg.katiegrimes

Website: katiegrimes.com

Podcast: Anything for Love

MORE ABOUT ASH
I am the definition of duality — I swear like a sailor and break rules like it’s my job, but I also hold incredible space for my clients and work my ass off to help them achieve the success they’re after. But I'm also here for the non-preneur woman, too. My background in counseling gives me a unique perspective on what it means to show up, serve, & create connection for those who feel like they've never belonged before.

LIVE OFFERINGS
• 1:1 Mentorship

FREE & LOW TICKET OFFERS
• The Passive Program Suite

CONNECT FURTHER
• The Instagram community sees all the real time updates
• The website has all the current news