She Wears the Pants

Your brand isn’t just what you do—it’s who you are.

In this episode of She Wears the Pants, Ashley is revealing the secrets to turning your personal brand into a business powerhouse. Whether you’re an entrepreneur, creative, or industry leader, your brand is what sets you apart—and it’s time to leverage it for real business growth.

• Tune in to hear Ashley break down:
•  Why your personal brand is your most valuable business asset
•  How authenticity creates trust (and why faking it won’t work)
• The power of consistency in growing your brand’s influence
•  How to attract the right opportunities, partners, and clients

Your story, values, and voice are the key to standing out. Ready to own it?

Remember, stay confident, stay focused, and keep wearing those pants with pride.

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Grab Ashley’s free 5 Day Podcast Series, “The Unstoppable CEO Mindset”, https://ashleydeland.com/unstoppable-ceo-mindset 

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Who you surround yourself with shapes your success.

On this episode of She Wears the Pants, Ashley is diving into the power of proximity—why being in the right rooms, with the right people, can accelerate your growth, open doors, and expand your business in ways you never imagined.

Tune in to hear Ashley share:

• Why your network is the #1 factor in business success
• How to create opportunities (instead of waiting for an invite)
•  The best ways to build relationships with high-level entrepreneurs
• Why surrounding yourself with ambitious, successful people changes everything

If you’re ready to level up your connections and mindset, this episode is a must-listen!

Remember, stay confident, stay focused, and keep wearing those pants with pride.

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Grab Ashley’s free 5 Day Podcast Series, “The Unstoppable CEO Mindset”, https://ashleydeland.com/unstoppable-ceo-mindset 

Follow Ashley on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/ashleydeland/ 

Schedule a Consultation: https://ashleydeland.com/inquire 

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VIP Weekend Experience

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What happens when you refuse to hit the ceiling?

On this episode of She Wears the Pants, Ashley is joined by Tiffany Napper, a six-figure entrepreneur, speaker, and business consultant leading the Wealthy Woman Revolution. 

Tune in to hear Ashley & Tiffany talk about:

• Breaking free from corporate burnout & setting boundaries
• The power of saying YES to help (and why it’s not a four-letter word)
• Why women need to own the mic—in business, life, and leadership
• How to build a profitable business without a massive social following
• The mindset shifts and self-care practices that fuel long-term success

If you’re ready to step into the next evolution of your career without getting stuck in the hustle trap, this episode is for you!

About Our Guest:

Tiffany Napper is a business coach and entrepreneur dedicated to helping creatives build sustainable, profitable businesses. With a background in PR, she’s worked with industry giants like John Legend and Elton John before founding her own award-winning agency.

Her entrepreneurial journey includes launching a successful handbag line, opening a co-working space, and ultimately creating The Upleveler Society—a community empowering women to scale their businesses with confidence.

Learn More About Tiffany:

https://tiffanynapper.com/ 

Remember, stay confident, stay focused, and keep wearing those pants with pride.

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Grab Ashley’s free 5 Day Podcast Series, “The Unstoppable CEO Mindset”, https://ashleydeland.com/unstoppable-ceo-mindset 

Follow Ashley on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/ashleydeland/ 

Schedule a Consultation: https://ashleydeland.com/inquire

Mentioned in this episode:

VIP Weekend Experience

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Is the ‘Girl Boss’ era setting us up for failure?

On this episode of She Wears the Pants, Ashley is joined by Olivia Ferney, a marketing powerhouse who built and exited a wildly successful social media agency—only to realize that the hustle culture she once embraced wasn’t all it was cracked up to be. 

Tune in to hear Ashley & Olivia break down:

• The truth about the Girl Boss myth—and why it’s unrealistic
• How failure actually makes success easier over time
• The game-changing power of delegation (and why you’re probably doing too much)
• Why being a CEO isn’t for everyone (and that’s okay!)
• The real key to scaling a business without burning out

If you've ever felt the pressure to “have it all” by 30, or if you're questioning whether the boss life is really for you, this episode will be a breath of fresh air.

About Our Guest:

Olivia Ferney is a marketing expert and entrepreneur who turned an unexpected opportunity into a thriving business. She founded Just Liv Social, a successful social media agency that scaled rapidly, leading to a major exit. Now based in Miami, she leads marketing for Top Tier Travel, specializing in luxury accommodations for high-profile clients.

With a passion for entrepreneurship and travel, Olivia shares her candid insights on business, navigating career pivots, and redefining success on her own terms.

Learn more about Olivia:

@livi.ferney

@travelwithlivii

Remember, stay confident, stay focused, and keep wearing those pants with pride.

Be sure to rate, review, and subscribe!

Grab Ashley’s free 5 Day Podcast Series, “The Unstoppable CEO Mindset”, https://ashleydeland.com/unstoppable-ceo-mindset 

Follow Ashley on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/ashleydeland/ 

Schedule a Consultation: https://ashleydeland.com/inquire

Mentioned in this episode:

VIP Weekend Experience

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What do you have to lose when everything is on the line?

On today’s episode of She Wears the Pants, Ashley is joined by powerhouse entrepreneur, angel investor, and mentor Erika Aquino. 

Tune in to hear Ashley & Erika discuss: 

• How hardship shapes the most successful entrepreneurs 
• Balancing profit with purpose in business 
• The art of pitching—what investors really want to hear 
• The key questions founders should ask before taking on angel investors 
• Why vulnerability and mentorship are non-negotiables for growth

Erika’s story is a masterclass in resilience, strategy, and making a difference. 

If you've ever wondered what it takes to lead with both heart and business acumen, this episode is for you!

About Our Guest:

Erika Aquino is an angel investor, entrepreneur, and advocate for amplifying underrepresented voices through impactful ventures. With a background spanning corporate giants like Shell and Sunlife Asset Management, she now invests in industries like wellness, sustainability, education, and agriculture.

From co-owning an award-winning craft beer company to facilitating transformative travel experiences for first-generation college students, Erika is dedicated to creating opportunities and driving change. Her expertise blends corporate leadership with startup innovation, making her a powerhouse in both investment and mentorship.

Learn More About Erika:

https://www.erika-aquino.com/ 

Remember, stay confident, stay focused, and keep wearing those pants with pride.

Be sure to rate, review, and subscribe!

Grab Ashley’s free 5 Day Podcast Series, “The Unstoppable CEO Mindset”, https://ashleydeland.com/unstoppable-ceo-mindset 

Follow Ashley on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/ashleydeland/ 

Schedule a Consultation: https://ashleydeland.com/inquire

Mentioned in this episode:

VIP Weekend Experience

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What do you have to lose when everything is on the line?

On today’s episode of She Wears the Pants, Ashley is joined by voice actor Amanda Sellers. 

Tune in to hear Ashley & Amanda discuss:

• How creative expression can create powerful ripples in peoples’ lives
• The impact that failures can have in finding a new direction 
• The lost art of leading with transparency

About Our Guest:

Amanda Sellers is a theater school graduate who has been working full time as a professional voice talent for over 8 years. Her clients include Avon, Pepsi, Conair, Cisco, Warner’s bras, Hasbro, Sunny D, Apple, Nike and more! Amanda started her career as a singer/songwriter, releasing 3 albums and touring Canada and the US with her band. She’s spent time behind the mic as a radio DJ and has also spent time in front of the camera for various TV hosting gigs as well. Amanda loves sharing her home based business with her husband Mike who started out as her producer, but is now a full time voice talent. She has 2 young boys, Beckwith and Trace who keep her busy when she’s not behind the mic!

Learn More About Amanda:

https://www.amandasellersvo.com/ 

https://www.instagram.com/amanda_eve_sellers/ 

Remember, stay confident, stay focused, and keep wearing those pants with pride.

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Grab Ashley’s free 5 Day Podcast Series, “The Unstoppable CEO Mindset”, https://ashleydeland.com/unstoppable-ceo-mindset 

Follow Ashley on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/ashleydeland/ 

Schedule a Consultation: https://ashleydeland.com/inquire 

Mentioned in this episode:

VIP Weekend Experience

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What happens when you almost lose everything? And what would you do to create something new and better?

On today’s episode, Ashley is joined by Paige Hulse, lawyer and serial entrepreneur. 

Join their discussion of:

• Shining brightly in a male-dominated workspace that demanded long hours
• Perseverance through illness and hard times to come out stronger on the other side
• How to recognize needs as the solutions for success 

About Our Guest:

Paige Hulse received her Juris Doctor from The University of Tulsa and is the owner and lead attorney of Paige Hulse Law, PLLC. She is also the founder of The Creative Law Shop®, the Special Forces Support Fund™, and Fairway Stables®.

As a dedicated serial entrepreneur, Paige specializes in delivering legal strategies that empower smart, growth-minded business owners to build enduring companies. After beginning her career as an energy litigator while simultaneously growing her own businesses, she launched her law firm in 2017, serving clients globally with intellectual property counsel. Paige also created the Creative Law Foundry™—the first AI-powered contract generator tailored specifically for creative entrepreneurs.

Learn More About Paige:

paigehulse.com 

@paige.hulse, @paigehulselaw, and @creativelawshop on Instagram. 

Remember, stay confident, stay focused, and keep wearing those pants with pride.

Be sure to rate, review, and subscribe!

Grab Ashley’s free 5 Day Podcast Series, “The Unstoppable CEO Mindset”, https://ashleydeland.com/unstoppable-ceo-mindset 

Follow Ashley on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/ashleydeland/ 

Schedule a Consultation: https://ashleydeland.com/inquire

Mentioned in this episode:

VIP Weekend Experience

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How ready do you feel? What would happen if you started, even if you didn’t feel ready?

Today, Ashley walks you through the power of:

• Visioning the future to create possibility and opportunity 
• The power of behaviour in supporting you in taking big leaps 
• The three questions you need to answer to be the highest version of ourselves

Choose yourself. Choose now. 

Remember, stay confident, stay focused, and keep wearing those pants with pride.

Be sure to rate, review, and subscribe!

Grab Ashley’s free 5 Day Podcast Series, “The Unstoppable CEO Mindset”, https://ashleydeland.com/unstoppable-ceo-mindset 

Follow Ashley on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/ashleydeland/ 

Schedule a Consultation: https://ashleydeland.com/inquire

Mentioned in this episode:

VIP Weekend Experience

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What is your biggest blessing? How has it shaped your reality?

Today, Ashley is joined by Jen Szpigiel, a 7 figure founder with a plethora of wisdom to share. 

Listen in as Ashley and Jen discuss:

• How motherhood became the catalyst for something more 
• The power of “do it until” and negotiating quitting 
• Jen’s secret weapon to becoming a powerful female founder 

About Our Guest:

Jen has been successfully mentoring in entrepreneurship for nearly two decades. The unmatched experience she holds is what has created over $28 Million in sales collectively between herself and her clients all while being fulfilled within their lives. With degrees in both Marketing and Public Relations, leading marketing plans for Fortune 500 companies, as well as being a certified Life Coach, Jen has an expertise and wisdom that separates her mentoring services and results.

Learn more about Jen:

https://becomingiconic.co/ 

https://www.instagram.com/becomingiconic 

Remember, stay confident, stay focused, and keep wearing those pants with pride.

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Grab Ashley’s free 5 Day Podcast Series, “The Unstoppable CEO Mindset”, https://ashleydeland.com/unstoppable-ceo-mindset 

Follow Ashley on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/ashleydeland/ 

Schedule a Consultation: https://ashleydeland.com/inquire

Mentioned in this episode:

VIP Weekend Experience

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Here’s the bad news: You can’t build a 7-figure business with a 5-figure mindset. 

But here’s the good news—you already have the power within you to change that.

Today on She Wears the Pants, Ashley is walking you through exactly what it takes to step out of overwhelm, break free from excuses, and transform the way you think about success.

We’ll dive into:

• How to focus your vision so you stop spinning your wheels and start making real progress.
• Why mindset isn’t just important—it’s everything. Your energy, actions, and results all flow from it.
• The truth about excuses and how they keep you stuck in cycles that stop you from playing big.

Every roadblock you face from overwhelm, to fear and doubt—it all has a solution. 

It starts with recognizing that you are your best asset.

So if you’re ready to think bigger, act bolder, and finally shed the limitations holding you back, this episode is for you.

Listen now—it’s time to take control and start building the life and business you deserve.

Remember, stay confident, stay focused, and keep wearing those pants with pride.

Be sure to rate, review, and subscribe!

Grab Ashley’s free 5 Day Podcast Series, “The Unstoppable CEO Mindset”, https://ashleydeland.com/unstoppable-ceo-mindset 

Follow Ashley on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/ashleydeland/ 

Schedule a Consultation: https://ashleydeland.com/inquire 

Mentioned in this episode:

VIP Weekend Experience

https://ashleydeland.com/vip-weekend-experience