If you’re still leading sales calls with scripts, logic, and pitch decks — you might be missing the moment that actually closes the deal.

In this episode of Growth Conversations, Ashley Frank shares what it really takes to move from salesperson to trusted advisor. It’s not about having all the answers — it’s about asking the right questions, listening deeper, and uncovering what truly matters to your client.

You’ll learn:

• Why logic doesn’t drive sales (emotion does)
• How to peel back the surface to uncover the real reason behind the sale
• The 4-step framework to go two layers deeper in your next discovery call
• A real-life example of what happens when you shift from pitching to connecting

If you want to build trust faster, close more aligned clients, and actually enjoy your sales process — this episode is for you.

You’ve heard it before — people buy from those they know, like, and trust. But what does that really mean in a world where attention is short and trust is fragile?

In this episode, I break down the three layers of connection every expert entrepreneur needs to build in order to grow — without using pushy tactics or complicated funnels.

You’ll learn:

• Why “being visible” doesn’t mean being everywhere
• What creates a real emotional connection (without trying to be everyone’s best friend)
• How to build trust that lasts — and turns browsers into buyers

If you’ve ever felt like your content is falling flat or you keep hearing “I need to think about it”… this episode is for you.

🎧 Listen now and let’s get back to what actually works: real connection, real value, and real growth.

There are 1,440 minutes in a day — the same for you, Oprah, and Beyoncé. So why do some people get so much done while others feel like they’re drowning in to-do lists?

In this episode of Growth Conversations, I’m pulling back the curtain on how time really works — and why it’s not about having more of it, but using it with more intention.

We’ll explore:

• The biggest time vampires draining your energy
• Why “I don’t have time” usually means something else
• The difference between urgent vs. important tasks
• The myth of multitasking and the impact of context shifting
• How to use tools like the Priority Pie and Ideal Week to create momentum
• And why getting everything out of your head is the first step to freedom

No hype, no hustle — just a grounded, practical way to start shaping your time before it shapes you.

If you're doing “all the right things” and still struggling to get leads, this episode is for you.

Ashley breaks down the 3 biggest reasons your lead generation efforts might not be landing — and what you can do today to start attracting better-fit leads without the guesswork.

You’ll learn:

• Why you must start with one clear person and one clear problem
• How to shift from “here’s what I do” to “here’s what’s in it for you”
• What the 3 stages of buyer awareness are — and why most content misses the mark

Plus: A quick mid-episode invite to join the waitlist for The Lead Sprint, a 4-week hands-on program to build your lead engine.

🎯 Join the waitlist: ashleyfrank.com/wait

Is your business growth starting to feel more like a guessing game than a repeatable system? In this episode, Ashley Frank breaks down what it really takes to build a Growth Engine — a marketing and sales system that actually works on purpose.

You’ll learn:

• Why most entrepreneurs stall out in “hope mode”
• The five key components of a powerful Marketing Formula
• A step-by-step breakdown of the Sales Formula inside Thrive Growth Lab™
• How to stop chasing leads and start building momentum that lasts
• The biggest mistakes to avoid (and what to do instead)

Whether you're running a service-based business or launching a digital offer, this episode will help you build a custom engine for sustainable, scalable growth — without the burnout.

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Get exclusive updates and early access to the beta by joining the wait list at ashleyfrank.com/wait

“I was working 16-hour days and still couldn’t pay my bills.”

In this powerful episode of Growth Conversations, Ashley Frank sits down with designer and agency owner Shalisha Pikel to unpack how she turned a near-rock-bottom moment into serious momentum.

From nearly failing web design in college to building a thriving business with consistent 10K+ months, Shalisha’s story is proof that personal growth and business growth go hand in hand.

They talk about what it really takes to shift from surviving to scaling—including mindset breakthroughs, sales systems, and the identity shift that helped Shalisha finally show up as a leader.

If you’ve ever felt behind, invisible, or unsure how to turn your talent into income—this one’s for you.

Shalisha Pikel | www.pikeldesigns.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pikeldesigns/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pikeldesigns/

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What if the economy isn’t the problem—it’s the pressure that shapes you?

In this first full episode of Growth Conversations with Ashley Frank, I take you back to 2007—when I started my sales career in the middle of a recession. It wasn’t glamorous. I had a headset, a script, and a list of cold leads who didn’t want to talk about online learning.

But those early days taught me everything I needed to know about sales, mindset, and what it really means to grow when things are hard.

In this solo episode, I break down 10 powerful lessons I learned during that season—lessons that still hold true in today’s uncertain economy. Whether you're navigating a downturn or just trying to find momentum, these insights will give you perspective, tools, and (hopefully) a bit of peace.

🔑 In this episode:

• The truth about success during a recession
• Why “rejection” is a gift in disguise
• How to stay grounded when it feels like everything’s changing

💬 If this episode hit home, share it with someone who’s in the thick of building.

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🎧 New episodes every Tuesday

This isn't just another business podcast. In this opening episode, I’m sharing why I finally stopped waiting and chose to share my voice—after sitting on my domain since 2013.

If you’ve ever felt like personal growth and business growth are connected (even if no one talks about it)... this show is for you.

I talk about why “safe” doesn’t get us where we’re meant to go, why strategy isn’t enough without self-trust, and why most people are just barely holding it together—but still showing up.

You’ll learn what to expect from this podcast, who it’s for (and not for), and why this isn’t leadership in theory—this is leadership in motion.

New episodes drop every Tuesday.

👉 Stick around and hit play on Episode 1: 10 Lessons from a Down Economy

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