In this solo episode Ashley speaks about what to do when you know what you supposed to know but there are so many people already doing that, or that everybody can do it except you. In this episode Ashley covers: •How to grow confidence in your voice when there’s so much noise in the marketplace. •The role that other people opinions play in your business and career. •The beliefs you have impact in your actions; and much more! -----------------------------------------------------------------------...
Apr 18, 2022•49 min
In this episode, Ashley speaks to David Newman. David Newman is a Certified Speaking Professional and member of the NSA Million Dollar Speakers Group. David is the author of the business bestsellers, “Do It! Marketing” and “Do It! Speaking.” David helps solo consultants and business coaches grow their revenues by 50%-500% in less than 15 months. Nothing makes David happier than client results. In this episode, David covers: •His experience transition from a corporate job to start his speaking ca...
Apr 11, 2022•46 min
In this solo episode Ashley speaks about things you must include in every pitch. In this episode Ashley covers: •How to use a link to “learn more”. •How to use a call to action in your pitch. •How to write a great subject line for your pitches; ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- To Apply For Ashley’s Private Training For Speakers: https://www.ashleynicolekirkwood.com/.. . To learn more about Ashley and join her mailing list head here: h...
Apr 04, 2022•21 min
In this episode Ashley speaks to Kenyatta Young. Kenyatta Young is a Purpose Coach, Speaker, and accomplished Global Human Resources Executive with over 15 years of experience working for Fortune 100 companies. She is founder of Pencil Skirt Project® where she takes a holistic approach to help emerging leaders dominate the executive space while walking in their purpose in and outside of the workplace. In this episode Kenyatta covers: •How the Speak Your Way to Cash Academy has helped her to deve...
Mar 28, 2022•35 min
In this episode Ashley speaks to Jessica Bonner. Jessica Bonner, a native of Bessemer and Midfield, AL, is a huge advocate for quality education. She gained the opportunity to aid student athletes with preparing essays and speeches. It was here where her love for promoting quality education through tutoring took off. She developed her tutoring skills even further during her graduate program at UAB, where she tutored in the university’s writing center in addition to teaching freshman English comp...
Mar 21, 2022•21 min
In this episode Ashley speaks to Rashad Rayford. Rashad thaPoet Rayford has been hailed as one of the most consistent artist in Nashville. He has been featured in the Wall Street Journal, NPR, The Huffington Post, The Tennessean and the Nashville Scene among others. Rashad's company Elevate Your Vibe,LLC is a non traditional speaking company that blends spoken word poetry, inspirational speaking and business talk to help companies tell more concise stories. In this episode Rashad covers: •The th...
Mar 14, 2022•38 min
In this episode Ashley speaks to Kelly D. Parker. Kelly is a marketing professional trained at global enterprises such as Sherwin-Williams and American Greetings, Kelly believes that a simple, well-told story can raise profits, reshape culture, and revive a brand’s reputation. Kelly D. Parker empowers brands to turn followers into devoted fans with the power of storytelling. Her consulting firm teaches marketing teams and corporate professionals how to create memorable messages that effectively ...
Mar 07, 2022•31 min
In this solo episode, Ashley speaks about one thing that every speaker needs, and how it can help to get the best deals in the market. In this episode Ashley covers: •Types of demand. •How do you ensure that when you show up you have leverage. •3 key points to create demand; and much more! ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- To Apply For Ashley’s Private Training For Speakers: https://www.ashleynicolekirkwo...
Feb 28, 2022•50 min
In this solo episode Ashley speaks about some negatives self-thoughts, that despite of many templates, guidelines or advices, will hold you back. In this episode Ashley covers: •Wanting to be liked more than respected. •The easy way out to make excuses when not achieving results. •The difference between fix mindset vs growth mindset; and much more! ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- To Apply For Ashley’s P...
Feb 21, 2022•21 min
If you are a speaker, an entrepreneur, an author, or someone who wants to leverage your expertise for a corporate or collegial client, this episode is for you! In this solo episode Ashley speaks about: •The biggest mistake when trying to sell. •Strategic tips to help to grow and maintain your business with corporate clients. •Tips to get referrals; and much more! ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- To Apply...
Feb 14, 2022•32 min
In this solo episode Ashley speaks about what to do if you feel that you don’t have a network that can refer you to big payment engagements. In this solo episode Ashley covers: •10 places to go and find a network. •Tips to reach or pitch to expand your network. •New mindset change needed to expand your network; and much more! ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- To Apply For Ashley’s Private Training For Spe...
Feb 07, 2022•27 min
In this solo episode Ashely speaks about one question she gets very frequently, how would my clients know I am who I say I am? In this episode Ashley covers: •The role of press on your brand and your business. •Tips to narrow where you want to be within social media, radio, tv, etc. •Best practices to pitch to be in podcasts and TV; and much more! ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- To Apply For Ashley’s Pr...
Jan 31, 2022•48 min
In this solo episode Ashley speaks about strategies to focus on your day to day life that will help your business and speaking career. In this episode Ashley covers: •The amazing things the SYWTC team produced during 2021. •The financial information you need to know about your business from 2021. •One important asset from 2021 to leverage to grow your business in 2022; and much more!! ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------...
Jan 24, 2022•29 min
In this episode Ashley speaks about how speakers can determine how they know what they can do to change lives. In this episode Ashely covers: •Stop playing small. •The hardest part of setting your rate as a speaker. •One thing you should do to take your entire career to the next level; and much more!! ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- To Apply For Ashley’s Private Training For Speakers: https://www.ashley...
Jan 17, 2022•33 min
In this solo episode speaks to business owners with big goals for this new year. Ashley speaks about the 3 questions that she asked herself in preparation for this next year. In this episode Ashley covers: •The best time to plan for the next year. •One of the lies that most people say to themselves when trying to reach goals. •The people who you want to be next to you in this year to get to your goals; and much more! -------------------------------------------------------------------------------...
Jan 10, 2022•1 hr 9 min
In this episode Ashley speaks about tips and techniques to pitch continuously and how to stay focused in your speaking career. In this episode Ashely covers: •Scheduling •Tips to create a personal hierarchy of urgency list. •Forming healthy habits; and much more! ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- To Apply For Ashley’s Private Training For Speakers: https://www.ashleynicolekirkwood.com/.. . To learn more a...
Jan 03, 2022•35 min
In this solo episode Ashley speaks about the lessons that 2021 and the preparation of Speak Your Way To Cash Live 2021 left. In this episode Ashley covers: •Lessons about boundaries. •Lessons about other people advice. •Lessons about money; and much more!! Join the challenge: https://www.speakyourwaytocash.com/challenge ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- To Apply For Ashley’s Private Training For Speakers:...
Dec 27, 2021•1 hr 13 min
In this solo episode Ashley speaks about one critical question she asked herself when started to mature in business. In this episode Ashley covers: •The only way to buy time. •One thing you need to know about yourself to be able to work with Ashley; and much more! Join the challenge: https://www.speakyourwaytocash.com/challenge ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- To Apply For Ashley’s Private Training For S...
Dec 24, 2021•28 min
In this solo episode Ashley speaks about what relationship she needed to develop before she started her own “speak her way to cash” and before she started running multiple businesses. In this episode Ashley covers: •Common thoughts people have when starting a new business. •The 3 big things you need to consider to create a healthy relationship with this thing. •One question that could entirely transform the way you think about things in business; and much more!! Join the challenge: https://www.s...
Dec 20, 2021•1 hr
In this solo episode Ashley starts with a powerful statement: “You don’t get what you wish for, you get what you pitch for”. Ashley speaks about the skill that helped her to be successful in her business from the very beginning. In this episode Ashely covers: •The things you need to do to let people know who you are. •The one thing you need to support your beliefs system. •If you think you are lacking confidence maybe you really need one single thing; and much more! Join the challenge: https://w...
Dec 17, 2021•55 min
In this solo episode Ashley speaks about how fear is showing in your business and what could be costing you. In this episode Ashley covers: •How fear has shown up in her life. •How to operate in a level of consistency. •What leaders should protect in their day-to-day activities; and much more!! ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- To Apply For Ashley’s Private Training For Speakers: https://www.ashleynicolek...
Dec 13, 2021•51 min
In this solo episode Ashley speaks about the thing you should be doing in Q4 and how to plan for a successful start in 2022. In this episode Ashely covers: •Rate vs Worth •3 business options for Q4 and 2022 in terms of planning. •Tips for winning in Q4 and where your business should be in November and December; and much more! ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- To Apply For Ashley’s Private Training For Spe...
Dec 06, 2021•50 min
In this episode Ashley speaks about the 3 things you need to have control in order to move forward in your speaking career. In this episode Ashley covers: •The role of thoughts and beliefs in your career. •What actions are taking you closer to reach your goals and which are taking you away from your goals. •The main job you have as business owner; and much more! ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- To Apply ...
Nov 29, 2021•45 min
In this episode Ashley speaks about prospecting! If you are a business owner and you didn’t do anything this year to attracts lead to your business this episode is for you! In this episode Ashley covers: •Why is more difficult to connect with consumer today than a few years ago. •What is prospecting? •Tip to use right after you listen to this episode; and much more! ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- To Ap...
Nov 22, 2021•35 min
In this solo episode Ashley speaks about the lessons that her biggest loses brought to her speaking and law businesses. In this episode Ashley covers: •Overcomplicated business models. •No diversify enough your income streams or clients. •Not setting boundaries for your private life; and much more!! ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- To Apply For Ashley’s Private Training For Speakers: https://www.ashleyni...
Nov 15, 2021•36 min
In this episode Ashley reveals one of her biggest secrets. The one thing that led her to grow 400% her business each year. ONLY keep listening this if you are willing to go to a place of self-reflection. In this episode Ashley covers: •Tips to implement the same steps she applied. •The thing that most of 7 figure business owners work on. •One thing people usually miss regarding self-confidence. •The 5 phases of accountability; and much more! ------------------------------------------------------...
Nov 08, 2021•35 min
In this solo episode Ashley speaks about what to you need to have in place before you are ready to land a large corporate speaking contract. In this episode Ashley talks about: •The fear to ask for a large amount of money. •The role of your expertise, creativity and a unique offering. •How important is to have a defined process to work with your clients; and much more! ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- To...
Nov 01, 2021•36 min
In this solo episode Ashley speaks about myths that she has found when trying to land 5 or 6 figures contracts. •That speakers must do a lot of things to fulfill that contract. •The size of the company always defines the size of the contract. •People can have a consistent and predictable revenue without pitching; and much more!! ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- To Apply For Ashley’s Private Training For ...
Oct 25, 2021•47 min
If you are an entrepreneur, speaker or an expert and want to sell to larger clients, specifically medium size companies or large corporations. You want to find clients that can easily pay your invoice, that you know that they wouldn’t mind buying the next 100 years from you. This episode is for you!! In this solo episode Ashley covers: •The tole that external and Internal threats play in your business. •How to be successful when going through coaching programs. •How to overcome fear and rejectio...
Oct 22, 2021•44 min
In this solo episode Ashley speaks about choosing your audience. Usually, people choose an audience, but that audience does not have the budget!! This is for speakers that are experts in their area but they struggle with finding the right clients. In this episode Ashley covers: •The 3 common traits of audiences with money. •How to overcome some “NO” for those traits. •What to do when corporations want to have free consultations or presentations; and much more! Attend Speak Your Way To Cash Live ...
Oct 18, 2021•51 min
