
Shatter & Rise
By Ashley Ross

Shatter & RiseSep 03, 2022

Reframing our Relationship with Money: Growing as Business Owners with Troy Flathau
Join us for part two of our three-part series on Growing as a Business Owner with Troy Flathau. We dive into words many of us have complex relationships with and look into how to simplify them and turn them into a superpower. In this episode, we discuss our relationship with MONEY. Many of us carry emotional attachments to money. We may have started our business to make money, but when push comes to shove, that may not be enough. Are you ready to shift the way you think about money as a business owner? Hit that Like, Subscribe, and Notification Bell to tune in for the final episode of the three-part series on Growing as a Business Owner with Troy Flathau.
Be sure to follow Troy on his socials for more tips on overall wellness, along with some laughs along the way! TikTok @troy.flotto linktr.ee/troyboy11
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Reframing our Relationship with Pain | Growing as Business Owners with Troy Flathau
“You do things for yourself, and that’s how you make the world better. You don’t try to change the world, you change you who are.”
We are kicking off season 3 of Shatter and Rise with a three-part series on Growing as Business Owners with Troy Flathau. We dive into words many of us have complex relationships with and look into how to simplify them and turn them into a superpower.
In this episode, we discuss reframing our relationship with PAIN, and how our ability to walk in the fire can help us let go of the things that don’t get us closer to our true selves. So if you’ve been struggling with your transition from employee to business owner, jump in!
Follow and tune in for the rest of the three-part series on Growing as Business Owners with Troy Flathau.
Be sure to follow Troy on his socials for more tips on overall wellness, along with some laughs along the way!
TikTok @troy.flotto
linktr.ee/troyboy11
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Following Your Intuition With Rachel Strivelli
As Ross from Friends says, “Pivot!”
How do you make decisions? Do you follow your gut? Do you listen to family and friends? Are you willing to pivot if you hit a wall? Our next guest, Rachel Strivelli, has built a career by following her intuition and turning those experiences into coaching others on how to find a healthy and happy lifestyle. Find her across the internet: https://linktr.ee/rachelstrivelli
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Building A Career On Multiple Skillsets With Spencer Ayres
Do you get bored quickly with doing the same job over and over? Have you been told you need to specialize in order to be successful?
Spencer Ayres proves that not being a specialist in one thing, but building multiple skillsets gives you opportunities you wouldn't have had otherwise. Join us this week as we learn more about his diverse background and how he's developed those experiences into a fulfilling career as an Innovation Strategist, Coach & Facilitator, and Product Designer.
If you're interested in learning more about Spencer, you can find him in many places (not shocking I know): Find him on LinkedIn, On the web: https://www.makeideas.co/ , Or learn from him on YouTube
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Growing Out Of Employee Mindset As An Entrepreneur with Alif Huq
This week we are speaking again with Alif Huq. Since the last time we spoke, Alif has moved through the many stages of becoming an entrepreneur. Join us as he catches me up on the successes along with some tips he's learned along the way.
Want to reach out to Alif? Find him on LinkedIn and on Instagram. I highly recommend signing up for his newsletter for some excellent marketing and business tips!

Working From Home With Kids with R.J. Parrish
So you're working from home and on a Zoom call with a client when your toddler decides to come and say hello. What do you do? Do you apologize and get embarrassed because you are worried your client might think it's "unprofessional"? Not our next guest, R.J. Parrish.
As a fellow parent entrepreneur, he has found his work-life harmony over the last few years. Listen in to hear his story and get some great tips on how to blend your work and home life together!
Have a question for R.J.? Find him over on LinkedIn! https://www.linkedin.com/in/rjparrish/
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Diverging From The Path with Taylor Landeryou
In this episode of Shatter & Rise, I had the fortune to chat with fellow Mom, Taylor Landeryou from Upland! After graduating from the University of Michigan, Taylor took her Neuroscience degree in a completely different direction. Her passion for sustainability landed her in a place she had not planned for. Join us for another story of finding your way to a fulfilling career and life!
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Connect with Taylor on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tlandery/
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Transitioning From Freelance Designer To Senior UX Designer Without A Degree - with Jarvis Moore
Jarvis Moore is back! In under 2 years, he's moved from graphic design freelancer to working with LinkedIn as a Senior Product Designer on the Design Systems team, all with no degree. Additionally, he's helped found Black UX Labs, a platform that helps connect Black UX Designers with job opportunities as well as resources and support to thrive. https://findblackux.com/
He's also mentoring and teaching, as well as hosting his podcast Just Kickin' It for fellow sneaker fans.
Follow him on LinkedIn for updates on everything he's doing, or to reach out with any questions! linkedin.com/in/jarvismoore1016

Freelancing As A Facilitator - with Audrey Thouvenin
There is a new career path out there that is starting to take off, facilitation. Have you heard of it?
We are back and our first guest of season 2 is Audrey Thouvenin, a fellow Workshop Facilitator. We discuss our different approaches to the Workshopper Master class from AJ & Smart, starting with where we started and how it's going.
If you are a UX Designer or a Project Manager and have been feeling the pressure of the saturated market, you might find the problem-solving space that facilitation offers as a refreshing career path.
Connect with Audrey on LinkedIn at linkedin.com/in/audreythouvenin
Connect with Ashley on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashleyrossdesign/
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The End of the First Season
It's been a fun first season. A special thank you to all my guests for taking the time to share your wisdom and energy! I am looking forward to seeing what the new year brings for Season 2 of Shatter & Rise. Take care all!

Fireside Tech Talk with Max McPherson
We mixed it up this week as I chat with Max McPherson, founder of Dustbunny Entertainment, about a variety of tech-related topics along with some others that came to mind along the way. We learn more about his journey to creating his company, as well as what it takes to get started in Content Creation. Here is a secret, you don't need the top tech equipment, it just takes an idea, some planning, and dedication. So grab your beverage of choice and join us in our Fireside Tech Talk this week on Shatter & Rise.
Looking to connect with Max? You can find him on the web dustbunnyent.com or on LinkedIn linkedin.com/in/max-mcpherson-427936159.
Please remember to hit that follow, comment, and rate the podcast so we may continue to spread the good vibes. Grow tall and spread love my friends. Want to connect? Find me on the web http://ashleyross.design Twitter https://twitter.com/SewingSiren or LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashley-ross-14021719a/.

Interview with Zamir Ramirez
Are you ready to hear some secrets to success? Well, this week's episode is filled with them! Join me in a wonderful discussion with Zamir Ramirez, a Production Assistant on The Loud House at Nickelodeon Animation. This week was our longest interview yet and for good reason. Zamir takes us through his journey to where he is now, dropping all kinds of wisdom along the way. So get yourself a pen and paper and grab a comfy seat, you're going to want to take notes. You can find Zamir on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/zamir-ramirez/.
Please remember to hit that follow, comment, and rate the podcast so we may continue to spread the good vibes. Grow tall and spread love my friends.
Want to connect? Find me on the web http://ashleyross.design Twitter https://twitter.com/SewingSiren or LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashley-ross-14021719a/.

Interview with Jarvis Moore
Have you ever considered the self-taught route?
Well, our next guest is an amazing example of seeing that path lead to success. Jarvis Moore is a self-taught Designer and Entrepreneur. And he did all this as a parent, which is my favorite part of his story. We dive into his transition from being in college sort of going through the motions to, today, owning his own Design Business with a ton of experience under his belt and no degree. As a fellow parent that prioritizes family, I greatly respect the amount of passion and hustle he puts in every day in order to do what he loves, while also having dedicated time with his family. If you want to check him out on the inter-webs, you can find him online at https://jarvismoore.net/ LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/jarvismoore1016/ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/jmopnd/ Dribble https://dribbble.com/jarvismoore10 Facebook https://www.facebook.com/JmoPnD/
Please remember to hit that follow, comment, and rate the podcast so we may continue to spread the good vibes. Grow tall and spread love my friends. Want to connect? Find me on the web http://ashleyross.design Twitter https://twitter.com/SewingSiren or LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashley-ross-14021719a/.

Interview with Jonaed Iqbal
This week, I had the opportunity to chat with Jonaed Iqbal, founder of NoDegree and host of the No Degree podcast and LinkedInsomnia. We chatted about the realities of being an entrepreneur, as well as the perks. He has been working to show the world that you don't need a college degree to be a valuable, successful professional. Through NoDegree, he helps place individuals in successful roles where they can grow and excel, while also providing a vetted employee for businesses. If you are still unsure if it's possible to make it without that very expensive piece of paper, come get to know Jonaed. And be sure to follow him on the web at https://www.nodegree.com/ LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonaed/ Twitter @NoDegreeDotCom.
Please remember to hit that follow, comment, and rate the podcast so we may continue to spread the good vibes. Grow tall and spread love my friends. Want to connect? Find me on the web http://ashleyross.design Twitter https://twitter.com/SewingSiren or LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashley-ross-14021719a/.

An Interview with Lindsay Lapaquette
In episode 4 of Shatter & Rise, we talk with Lindsay Lapaquette, Speaker, Trainer, Coach, Consultant & Host of The Workplace Communication Podcast. Are you ready to take steps to improve your relationships, both personal and professional? Buckle up, because this one may shake what you think you know about communication. We chat about Lindsay's journey, how you work with Lindsay to improve your communication, as well as how Lindsay has been balancing being a business owner and a parent. You don't want to miss this one! You can find her on the web lindsaylapaquette.com/ LinkedIn linkedin.com/in/lindsaylapaquette and under Collaborative Solutions on YouTube.
Please remember to hit that follow, comment, and rate the podcast so we may continue to spread the good vibes. Grow tall and spread love my friends. Want to connect? Find me on the web http://ashleyross.design Twitter https://twitter.com/SewingSiren or LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashley-ross-14021719a/.

The Importance of a Support System
Resistance is inevitable when you start thinking outside the "norm". How can you fortify against it? In episode 3, I chat with my husband about how beneficial it can be to have or seek out at least one person that supports your new journey. We also discuss some of the flags we've had come up as we explored our new paths. If you want to chat with Josh, he can be found on the web as oldish22, except on Twitter he is oldish222.
Please remember to hit that follow, comment, and rate the podcast so we may continue to spread the good vibes. Grow tall and spread love my friends. Want to connect? Find me on the web http://ashleyross.design Twitter https://twitter.com/SewingSiren or LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashley-ross-14021719a/.

An Interview with Alif Huq
Are you submitting hundreds of applications, but still having no luck landing that interview?
In the second episode of Shatter & Rise, we chat with Alif Huq, a Digital Marketing Guru as well as Content Creator. After breaking into digital marketing without any formal education, he decided to give back and show others how to do the same. We talk a little about his journey and what he is doing now to help other job seekers feel confident to get that dream job. Here's where you can find Alif: LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/alif-huq/ YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC948wk_iWTetVOppd_NED1w Instagram https://www.instagram.com/alifios/ On the Web https://alif-newsletter.gr8.com/
Please remember to hit that follow, comment, and rate the podcast so we may continue to spread the good vibes. Grow tall and spread love my friends. Want to connect? Find me on the web http://ashleyross.design Twitter https://twitter.com/SewingSiren or LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashley-ross-14021719a/.

An Interview with Adi Gaskell
For our first episode, I spoke with Adi Gaskell, an innovator in business organization strategies and social business. Join us as we discuss what it looks like to approach a career from a new perspective. Hear his tips on getting started with building a career based on constant curiosity, and kickstart your journey to a fulfilling career. Find Adi at LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adigaskell/ On the web: http://adigaskell.org/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/adigaskell. Please don't forget to hit that follow for more hope-filled chats, and drop a rating if enjoyed the episode. Want to connect? Find me as Ashley Ross on the web, and on Twitter: https://twitter.com/SewingSiren or LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashley-ross-14021719a/.

Podcast Introduction
Shatter & Rise is kicking off.