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WII 154 – How to be an All-Star Leader with Ashley Ebert [Rebroadcast]

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“I’m not outgoing enough to be a great leader.”
“Leadership something you’re born with, not something you can learn.”
“I want to grow my business, but I’m not up for leading a team.”

If you’ve ever had thoughts like these, this week’s Wedding Industry Insider is for you. Because we are striking down these myths and proving anyone can be a great leader. 

Even introverts.
Even someone who isn’t a natural-born leader.
Even entrepreneurs who don’t feel like leadership is right for them.
Even you!

This week, we are rebroadcasting a fantastic interview with Ashley Ebert, founder of The Abundance Group, a coaching and mastermind program for wedding pros scaling over $100k in sales. Not only has Ashley created this astounding leadership program, she also built a thriving wedding planning business with over 30 planners across 6 locations. 

And she’s got great news: leadership can be learned. It’s not a talent or innate trait that is standing between you and your dreams. 

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WII 135 – Don Mamone’s Inspiring Journey to Authenticity

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“Show up, shine bright, get loud, be clear, and take up massive space in your market.” 

How do you bring your identity to your business? 

Today we’re sharing an incredible interview with Don Mamone, an identity coach and photographer whose unique journey to authenticity is an inspiration to anyone who wants to shine bright as an entrepreneur. 

Don is sharing amazing advice about channeling your truest self and using that to elevate your business. You’ll love hearing about how they discovered and accepted their own identity and then became better at all aspects of life – from emailing business clients to raising their family. 

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WII 105: Nikki Begg On Why You Should Be Kinder to Yourself

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Where’s the whiskey? Where’s the Oreos? 

At the height of lockdown in Bermuda, Nikki Begg found herself refunding previously booked clients over a quarter of a million dollars when they canceled their destination weddings due to COVID-19. Cue skipping fresh produce in favor of liquor and cookies.

But, ultimately, that challenging time helped her discover what she wants moving forward. It includes a career change as well as prioritizing her own happiness.

Now, Nikki is the owner of The Intentional Coach, where she provides coaching services for women who want a reboot. She is also the founder of Bermuda Bride, the premier wedding planning company in Bermuda. With over 23 years of experience, she’s a renowned industry speaker and is featured as an A-List Planner by Destination Weddings & Honeymoons.

In this episode, Nikki talks about how she used her experience during the pandemic to launch a new chapter of her career. Specifically, she shares the lessons that help her not only achieve success but also feel content.

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