Join us this week as Nickolas Natali sits down with Nic Ashby, the founder of Leadership Designs, to explore his transition from military service in Iraq to becoming a successful entrepreneur. Ashby shares the profound impact his deployment had on his life and business philosophy.

Show Notes:

1. Deployment to Iraq:

   • Nic discusses how his military experience reshaped his appreciation for life and influenced his entrepreneurial vision.

2. Starting Leadership Designs:

   • Facing financial challenges and the housing crisis, Nic talks about the perseverance needed to start and sustain a business.

3. Building Partnerships:

   • Insights into forming long-lasting partnerships with reputable brands and the significance of mutual commitment.

4. Skill Stacking and Business Scaling:

   • Ashby shares his approach to acquiring new skills and strategically scaling his business amidst various challenges.

5. Working with Influencers:

   • The complexities of authenticity and work ethic when collaborating with influencers and ambassadors are discussed.

6. Life-Altering Decisions:

   • Nic shares a personal story about a life-threatening incident and how it prompted him to prioritize his business and team.

7. Living a Fulfilling Life:

   • Reflections on seizing meaningful moments and what it truly means to live a fulfilling life.

Chapters:

• 00:00 Introduction and Background
• 00:24 Deployment to Iraq and Changing Perspectives
• 10:52 Building Strong Partnerships with Reputable Brands
• 31:41 From Skill Stacking to Scaling a Business
• 41:13 Navigating the Challenges of Working with Influencers
• 57:49 Choosing Meaningful Moments for a Fulfilling Life

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