Take The Leap

In this return conversation with Peya Robbins, we talk about what it means to stop running your business from obligation and start building it around joy, boundaries, and actual capacity. Peya shares how intentional rest helped her clear space, release clients and commitments that no longer fit, and reconnect with the parts of her business that feel energizing instead of draining.

This episode is a reminder that entrepreneurship is not just about doing more. It is about deciding what deserves your time, protecting your energy, and remembering that you are allowed to build a business that supports the life you actually want.

Key Takeaways:

• Rest can create the clarity you need to make better business decisions.
• Clearing physical, emotional, and professional clutter can open space for better opportunities.
• Boundaries apply to client relationships, not just personal relationships.
• You are allowed to stop renewing work that no longer feels aligned.
• Your business should support your life, not consume it.
• If you are constantly drained by your clients or offers, it may be time to reassess what you are building.
• Taking action matters more than endlessly saving ideas, making plans, or waiting for the perfect moment.
• Your personal systems and business systems are connected because you are the same person in both spaces.

Guest & Host Information:

• Guest, Peya Robbins, Peya Robbins Business Support
• Co-Host, Ashlan Glazier-Anderson, Owner of AshbeanPDX Marketing
• Co-Host, Victoria (Tory) Proppe, Owner of Imagine Marketing Strategies

Connect with Peya:

• Find her online: https://www.peyarobbins.com/ 
• Find her on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/peypeyeveryday 

Connect with us:

• On YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TaketheLeap-Today 
• On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/taketheleap_today 
• Find Ashlan on Instagram & LinkedIn: 
  • https://www.instagram.com/ashbeanpdxmktg 
  • https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashlan-glazier-anderson 
• Find Tory on Instagram & LinkedIn 
  • https://www.instagram.com/imaginemarketingstrategies 
  • https://www.linkedin.com/in/victoriaproppe 

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In this recap episode, Ashlan and Tory reflect on their conversation with Lindsey Pope and explore the connections between entrepreneurship, resilience, health, and personal growth. Drawing inspiration from Lindsey’s experiences with strength training, business ownership, and community building, they discuss how failure can become a skill, why action creates clarity, and how sustainable success requires taking care of yourself first.

The conversation also dives into the importance of relationship-building in business, learning to embrace imperfection, and recognizing that rest is often one of the most productive things entrepreneurs can do.

If you've been overthinking your next business move, struggling with perfectionism, or feeling guilty about taking time off, this episode offers practical reminders that progress comes from action—not perfection. Ashlan and Victoria share candid stories about entrepreneurship, health challenges, networking, and the lessons that come from simply showing up consistently.

Key Takeaways

• Failure is a skill that can be developed through practice and resilience.
• Strength training and entrepreneurship share many of the same principles: consistency, growth, and incremental improvement.
• Clarity comes from taking action, not endlessly planning or overthinking.
• Perfectionism often delays progress more than mistakes ever will.
• Building genuine relationships remains one of the most important parts of growing a business.
• Marketing works best when it is supported by strong human connections.
• Taking time away from work fuels creativity, problem-solving, and better decision-making.
• Sustainable success requires prioritizing your physical and mental health.
• Entrepreneurs need to build recovery time into their routines just as intentionally as work time.
• Patience is often required when opportunities, proposals, and projects take longer than expected to develop.

This episode references our conversation with Lindsey Pope, episode #139 on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube. 

Host information:

• Co-Host, Ashlan Glazier-Anderson, Owner of AshbeanPDX Marketing
• Co-Host, Victoria (Tory) Proppe, Owner of Imagine Marketing Strategies

Connect:

• On YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TaketheLeap-Today 
• On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/taketheleap_today 
• With Ashlan:
  • https://www.instagram.com/ashbeanpdxmktg 
  • https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashlan-glazier-anderson 
• With Tory:
  • https://www.instagram.com/imaginemarketingstrategies 
  • https://www.linkedin.com/in/victoriaproppe 

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In this episode, we sit down with acupuncturist and holistic nutritionist Lindsey Pope, founder of Instinctual Health, to talk about what it really looks like to build a business rooted in both passion and personal evolution. Lindsey shares how her journey started from a desire for more freedom, and turned into a winding path of rediscovery, pivoting, and ultimately finding her niche in sports and orthopedic acupuncture.

If you’ve ever felt pressure to “have it all figured out” in your business (or your health), this episode is a refreshing reminder that clarity often comes after you take the leap. Lindsey brings a grounded, honest perspective on entrepreneurship, healing, and why community, movement, and self-trust matter more than perfection.

Key Takeaways

• You don’t have to have it all figured out to start. Lindsey’s business began as a side hustle and evolved over time through experimentation and experience.
• Clarity comes from doing, not overthinking. Trying different paths (even the “wrong” ones) can lead you exactly where you’re meant to be.
• Community is everything in business. Building real, in-person relationships is more impactful than perfect branding or marketing funnels.
• Connection drives client retention. People come for the service, but stay because of the relationship and trust you build.
• Taking time off fuels better work. Stepping away from your business can lead to clearer insights and prevent burnout.
• Your health is foundational to your success. Movement, nutrition, and rest aren’t optional, they’re essential for sustainable entrepreneurship.
• Exercise should feel good and not forced. The “best” workout is the one you actually enjoy and can stay consistent with.
• Nutrition doesn’t have to be complicated. Shifting from “good vs. bad” food to “fueling your body” creates a healthier, more sustainable mindset.
• Failure is a skill you can build. Weightlifting taught Lindsey that practicing failure builds resilience both in business and in life.
• Trust yourself before outside advice. Early pressure to pick a niche can backfire if it doesn’t align with what genuinely excites you.

Guest & Host Information:

• Guest, Lindsey Pope, Owner of Instinctual Health
• Co-Host, Ashlan Glazier-Anderson, Owner of AshbeanPDX Marketing
• Co-Host, Victoria (Tory) Proppe, Owner of Imagine Marketing Strategies

Connect with Lindsey:

• Visit her website: https://lindseypope.com 
• Follow her on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/instinctualhealth 

Connect with us:

• On YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TaketheLeap-Today 
• On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/taketheleap_today 
• Find Ashlan on Instagram & LinkedIn: 
  • https://www.instagram.com/ashbeanpdxmktg 
  • https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashlan-glazier-anderson 
• Find Tory on Instagram & LinkedIn 
  • https://www.instagram.com/imaginemarketingstrategies 
  • https://www.linkedin.com/in/victoriaproppe 

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In this recap episode, Ashlan and Tory reflect on their powerful conversation with returning guest Elizabeth Doerr and explore what community care, civic engagement, and hope look like during uncertain times.

They discuss the importance of taking meaningful action instead of getting stuck in doom-scrolling, why everyone has a role to play in creating positive change, and how community support can be one of the most impactful forms of activism. The conversation also highlights the parallels between taking action in our communities and taking action in our businesses, reminding listeners that progress often starts with small, intentional steps.

If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed by the state of the world, struggling to figure out how to make a difference, or looking for ways to stay hopeful while building your business and life, this episode offers practical perspective and encouragement. Ashlan and Tory share honest reflections on civic engagement, community care, entrepreneurship, and the importance of moving from overwhelm into action.

Key Takeaways

• You do not have to be an organizer or activist leader to make a meaningful difference in your community.
• Community care is a powerful form of activism and social change.
• Small actions often create bigger ripple effects than we realize.
• Doom-scrolling may feel productive, but it is not the same as taking action.
• Staying informed is important, but protecting your mental health matters too.
• Hope is created through action, not by waiting for circumstances to improve.
• Local involvement often creates more direct impact than we realize.
• Empathy and compassion cost nothing but can profoundly change someone’s experience.
• The same principle applies in business: when things feel stuck, taking action creates momentum.
• Building strong communities requires participation, connection, and care for one another.

This episode references our conversation with Elizabeth Doerr, episode #137 on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube. You can catch our other conversations with Elizabeth,  episodes #008 and #037.

Host information:

• Co-Host, Ashlan Glazier-Anderson, Owner of AshbeanPDX Marketing
• Co-Host, Victoria (Tory) Proppe, Owner of Imagine Marketing Strategies

Connect:

• On YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TaketheLeap-Today 
• On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/taketheleap_today 
• With Ashlan:
  • https://www.instagram.com/ashbeanpdxmktg 
  • https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashlan-glazier-anderson 
• With Tory:
  • https://www.instagram.com/imaginemarketingstrategies 
  • https://www.linkedin.com/in/victoriaproppe 

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In this episode, Elizabeth Doerr returns for a third time, and the conversation goes far beyond business. From grassroots organizing in her local school community to launching a new creative project centered on national parks, Elizabeth shares what it looks like to stay engaged, hopeful, and impactful during uncertain times.

If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed by the state of the world (or stuck in a doomscroll spiral), this episode offers a grounded, practical reminder: you don’t have to do everything, but you can do something. Elizabeth breaks down how to find your role in your community, while also giving us a peek into her newest project, Charm of the Wilderness, which blends climate awareness, history, and storytelling in a powerful way.

Key Takeaways: 

• You don’t have to be an organizer to make a difference. Everyone has a role, whether it’s leading, supporting, donating, or simply showing up.
• Start with your immediate community. Real impact often begins locally, your school, neighborhood, or workplace is a powerful place to take action.
• Doomscrolling isn’t action. Staying informed matters, but balancing it with real-world engagement is what actually creates change.
• Local involvement matters more than we think. From school boards to city councils, these spaces directly impact everyday life—and need more engaged voices.
• Community care is powerful activism. Supporting one another in tangible ways (like mutual aid or volunteering) is just as important as large-scale efforts.
• Hope often comes from taking action. Even small contributions can help counter feelings of helplessness.
• Thinking about running for office? Check out Run For Something, the organization we referenced in the episode:  https://runforsomething.net 

Guest & Host Information:

• Guest, Elizabeth Doerr, Owner of Doerr & Co. & Host of Cramming for the Apocalypse & Charm of the Wilderness
• Co-Host, Ashlan Glazier-Anderson, Owner of AshbeanPDX Marketing
• Co-Host, Victoria (Tory) Proppe, Owner of Imagine Marketing Strategies

Tune into our first two episodes with Elizabeth on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube #008 and #037.

Connect with Elizabeth:

• Visit the Doerr & Co. website: http://www.doerrandco.com 
• Visit Elizabeth's website: http://www.elizabethdoerr.com 
• Read Elizabeth's Substack, Cramming for the Apocalypse: https://crammingfortheapocalypse.substack.com and Charm of the Wilderness: https://charmofthewilderness.substack.com  
• Find Elizabeth on Instagram @elizdoerr https://www.instagram.com/elizdoerr 
• Find Doerr & Co. on Instagram @doerrandco https://www.instagram.com/doerrandco/
• Find Cramming for the Apocalypse on Instagram @crammingfortheapocalypse https://www.instagram.com/crammingfortheapocalypse 

Connect with us:

• On YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TaketheLeap-Today 
• On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/taketheleap_today 
• Find Ashlan on Instagram & LinkedIn: 
  • https://www.instagram.com/ashbeanpdxmktg 
  • https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashlan-glazier-anderson 
• Find Tory on Instagram & LinkedIn 
  • https://www.instagram.com/imaginemarketingstrategies 
  • https://www.linkedin.com/in/victoriaproppe 

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In this solo recap episode, Ashlan and Tory reflect on their conversation with Marina Martinez-Bateman and unpack the realities of consulting, nonprofit work, professionalism, and building a business rooted in alignment rather than performative success.

They discuss the disconnect between strategy and actual impact, how entrepreneurs can create businesses that reflect who they truly are, and why working with aligned clients matters more than trying to serve everyone. The conversation also touches on retention over constant growth, navigating difficult clients, overthinking communication, and the freedom that entrepreneurship offers to design a life and business that feels authentic.

This episode is an honest, thoughtful conversation about values-based business, sustainable growth, and finding the people who truly fit your work.

Key Takeaways

• Not all consulting is created equal, and poor consulting can create real harm for organizations.
• Nonprofits and small businesses deserve strategy partners who understand their unique realities and constraints.
• “Professionalism” is often subjective and rooted in outdated expectations.
• Your authentic self can actually become a strength and filter for attracting aligned clients.
• You do not need to work with everyone to build a successful business.
• Retention and caring for existing clients are often more valuable than constantly chasing new business.
• Word-of-mouth referrals from aligned clients create stronger long-term growth.
• Many entrepreneurs struggle with overthinking communication and follow-up.
• Entrepreneurship allows you to build a business around the life you actually want.

This episode references our conversation with Marina Martinez-Bateman, episode #135 on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube. You can catch our first episode with Marina #066.

Host information:

• Co-Host, Ashlan Glazier-Anderson, Owner of AshbeanPDX Marketing
• Co-Host, Victoria (Tory) Proppe, Owner of Imagine Marketing Strategies

Connect:

• On YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TaketheLeap-Today 
• On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/taketheleap_today 
• With Ashlan:
  • https://www.instagram.com/ashbeanpdxmktg 
  • https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashlan-glazier-anderson 
• With Tory:
  • https://www.instagram.com/imaginemarketingstrategies 
  • https://www.linkedin.com/in/victoriaproppe 

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In this unfiltered and wide-ranging conversation, Marina Martinez-Bateman returns to share what it actually looked like to survive one of the most volatile years many nonprofit professionals have ever experienced. From losing clients week after week to rebuilding her business from the ground up, Marina pulls back the curtain on resilience, burnout, and what it takes to keep going when the systems you rely on start to fail.

This episode is a must-listen if you’ve ever felt like the rules of business, or the economy, suddenly stopped making sense. Marina challenges the narratives around capitalism, nonprofit funding, and “professionalism,” while also offering a powerful reminder: building something sustainable often means doing it differently, with integrity, and alongside people who actually share your values.

Key Takeaways: 

• The nonprofit industry is carrying a burden it was never meant to hold alone. When systems fail, nonprofits step in, but that model is fragile and deeply underfunded.
• Economic instability hits unevenly, and nonprofits felt it first. Many organizations and professionals experienced rapid loss, burnout, and even paralysis in the face of constant change.
• You don’t have to fit into broken systems. Marina’s perspective on being “unemployable” highlights how some people are simply not built for dysfunctional hierarchies, and that can be a strength.
• Integrity-driven businesses operate differently. Paying fair wages, prioritizing people, and building collaboratively may not be the fastest path, but it’s often the most sustainable.
• Not all consulting is created equal. Marina calls out the gap between performative strategy and actual impact, and why that disconnect harms businesses.
• Authenticity is a business advantage. Trying to fit a mold (especially around “professionalism”) can distance you from the clients who actually value your work.
• You don’t need to work with everyone. The sooner you find alignment with your clients, the easier and more effective your work becomes.
• Diverse perspectives create stronger outcomes. Healthy conflict and varied experiences lead to better decisions and fewer blind spots.
• There’s another way to lead and manage. Marina’s Decolonizing Management program explores how to build teams and organizations outside of traditional, harmful systems.

Guest & Host Information:

• Guest, Marina Martinez-Bateman, Founder of New Coyote Consulting 
• Co-Host, Ashlan Glazier-Anderson, Owner of AshbeanPDX Marketing
• Co-Host, Victoria (Tory) Proppe, Owner of Imagine Marketing Strategies

Connect with Marina:

• On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marinaisgo/ 
• On LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marina-martinez-bateman/ 
• On Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/marinaisgo.bsky.social 
• Follow New Coyote on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/newcoyotecomms/ 
• Follow New Coyote on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/newcoyote 
• Explore Marina’s Decolonizing Management Cohort: https://decolonizing.management/ 

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• On YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TaketheLeap-Today 
• On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/taketheleap_today 
• Find Ashlan on Instagram & LinkedIn: 
  • https://www.instagram.com/ashbeanpdxmktg 
  • https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashlan-glazier-anderson 
• Find Tory on Instagram & LinkedIn 
  • https://www.instagram.com/imaginemarketingstrategies 
  • https://www.linkedin.com/in/victoriaproppe 

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In this solo recap episode, Ashlan and Tory reflect on their conversation with writer and writing coach Sam Pollack and unpack the pressure entrepreneurs feel to constantly create content, stay visible online, and “play the algorithm game.”

They discuss why data matters more than internet trends, how to build a marketing strategy that actually aligns with your energy, and why creativity thrives when you remove unnecessary rigidity and pressure. The conversation also dives into boundaries, burnout, trust in business growth, networking, writing, and the importance of creating sustainable systems that support both your work and your life.

This episode is a refreshing reminder that you do not owe the internet your presence everywhere, and that building a business in alignment with your values is always worth it.

Key Takeaways 

• You don’t have to market your business on every platform to be successful.
• Data and analytics should guide marketing decisions more than pressure or trends.
• Creativity suffers when content creation becomes overly rigid or formulaic.
• Consistency matters, but flexibility and sustainability matter too.
• Building systems to track leads and conversions should be a higher priority than posting constantly online.
• Your audience can feel when your energy is disconnected from your content.
• Boundaries are essential for both creative work and business growth.
• Following up with leads in human-centered ways can improve connection and trust.
• Entrepreneurship requires learning how to trust yourself through uncertainty and growth seasons.

Host information:

• Co-Host, Ashlan Glazier-Anderson, Owner of AshbeanPDX Marketing
• Co-Host, Victoria (Tory) Proppe, Owner of Imagine Marketing Strategies

Connect:

• On YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TaketheLeap-Today 
• On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/taketheleap_today 
• With Ashlan:
  • https://www.instagram.com/ashbeanpdxmktg 
  • https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashlan-glazier-anderson 
• With Tory:
  • https://www.instagram.com/imaginemarketingstrategies 
  • https://www.linkedin.com/in/victoriaproppe 

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In this candid and refreshingly honest conversation, we sit down with returning guest Samantha (Sam) Pollack to talk about what it really looks like to navigate a business pivot in today’s ever-changing marketing landscape. From walking away from social media to doubling down on SEO and AI search, Sam shares the behind-the-scenes decisions, experiments, and mindset shifts shaping her next chapter.

We also dive into the emotional realities of entrepreneurship–from burnout and rebranding fatigue to the vulnerability of job searching–alongside the creative breakthroughs happening in her new one-on-one writing coaching work.

If you’ve ever questioned whether social media is “worth it,” felt stuck in a pivot, or craved a more sustainable way to grow your business, this episode will feel like a deep exhale and a permission slip to do things differently.

Key Takeaways

• You don’t have to play the algorithm game if it’s not working for you. Sam made a data-driven decision to step away from Instagram after realizing the return didn’t match the energy investment.
• “Discoverability” isn’t always the golden ticket. Being visible everywhere doesn’t guarantee the right people will find you or convert into clients.
• SEO and AI search are becoming powerful alternatives to social media. Instead of chasing attention, Sam is focusing on creating content that’s searchable, intentional, and built to last.
• Small businesses shouldn’t copy big brand strategies. What works for large companies with big audiences and budgets doesn’t translate to solopreneurs or early-stage businesses.
• Slower growth can actually be better growth. Prioritizing quality connections over mass visibility can lead to more aligned clients and sustainable business building.
• Your business model can (and should) evolve with you. Sam’s shift into customizable, one-on-one writing coaching highlights the value of flexibility and listening to what’s working.
• Creativity thrives when you remove pressure and rigidity. Writing doesn’t have to follow one process—finding your natural rhythm is key to consistency and confidence.
• You don’t owe the internet your presence everywhere. It’s okay to opt out of platforms or trends that don’t align with your energy, values, or goals.

Guest & Host Information:

• Guest, Samantha Pollack, Owner of Indie Copy Studio
• Co-Host, Ashlan Glazier-Anderson, Owner of AshbeanPDX Marketing
• Co-Host, Victoria (Tory) Proppe, Owner of Imagine Marketing Strategies

Connect with Sam:

• Join Sam’s newsletter list: https://mixtape.indiecopystudio.com/ 
• On LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/samanthapollack/ 

Connect with us:

• On YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TaketheLeap-Today 
• On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/taketheleap_today 
• Find Ashlan on Instagram & LinkedIn: 
  • https://www.instagram.com/ashbeanpdxmktg 
  • https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashlan-glazier-anderson 
• Find Tory on Instagram & LinkedIn 
  • https://www.instagram.com/imaginemarketingstrategies 
  • https://www.linkedin.com/in/victoriaproppe 

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In this recap episode, Ashlan and Tory reflect on their conversation with Michael Jonas and dive deeper into collaboration, community-building, networking, and the scarcity mindset that often shows up in entrepreneurship.

They explore why values-aligned business relationships matter, how collaborative communities like Narwhal Pod are changing the way entrepreneurs connect, and why “bro marketing” tactics continue to leave a bad taste in everyone’s mouth. The conversation also touches on politics in business, local community involvement, burnout, networking balance, and building a business that actually feels aligned with who you are.

This episode is a thoughtful and honest conversation about entrepreneurship, relationships, trust, and what it means to create businesses rooted in humanity instead of competition.

Key Takeaways

• Collaboration is often far more powerful than competition in entrepreneurship.
• Values-aligned communities help business owners find trusted referral partners and collaborators.
• Scarcity mindset can prevent entrepreneurs from building meaningful relationships.
• Pushy sales tactics damage trust and create long-term negative impressions.
• Not every client or customer is the right fit — and that’s okay.
• Business owners can choose how political they want to be, but every business decision carries social impact.
• Local government and community involvement can create meaningful change.
• Networking is valuable, but balance is necessary to avoid burnout and overcommitment.
• Building sustainable relationships and systems matters just as much as business growth.

Host information:

• Co-Host, Ashlan Glazier-Anderson, Owner of AshbeanPDX Marketing
• Co-Host, Victoria (Tory) Proppe, Owner of Imagine Marketing Strategies

Connect:

• On YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TaketheLeap-Today 
• On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/taketheleap_today 
• With Ashlan:
  • https://www.instagram.com/ashbeanpdxmktg 
  • https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashlan-glazier-anderson 
• With Tory:
  • https://www.instagram.com/imaginemarketingstrategies 
  • https://www.linkedin.com/in/victoriaproppe 

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