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How to Tell a Trauma Story on a Podcast Interview, with CEO, Ashley Chamberlain

In this episode of the Communication Queens Podcast, host Kimberly Spencer coaches, Communication Queen client, Ashley Chamberlain, CEO of Chamberlain and Good Company, a financial empowerment company. Ashley shares her journey from escaping a domestic violence relationship to founding her own company and achieving six figures in her first year of business. She discusses the importance of setting boundaries in business, implementing a four-day workweek for her team, and creating a work-life balance. Ashley also shares her experiences as a mother and encourages other moms to embrace their unique parenting style. The episode also includes a coaching session on how to share personal stories authentically.

What You'll Learn in this Episode:

  • Introduction to the Communication Queens podcast and its focus on consciousness leadership and leadership development
  • Introduction of Ashley Chamberlain, a domestic violence survivor and owner of Chamberlain and Good Company
  • Coaching session on how to navigate and communicate experiences with domestic violence
  • Discussion on sharing personal stories and coaching oneself through challenging experiences
  • Mention of joining the Communication Queens agency for bio reading services
  • Ashley Chamberlain's journey from driving a Honda Element to achieving six figures in her first year of business
  • Importance of body language and good posture in communication and confidence
  • Ashley's approach to serving and supporting clients through bookkeeping and accounting services
  • Building a strong team structure and supporting working moms in the company
  • Implementation of a four-day workweek and the benefits it brings to work-life balance and productivity.

About Ashley Chamberlain:

Ashley Chamberlain escaped from a domestic violence relationship resiliently to found Chamberlain And Good Company, a force for good championing financial empowerment for small to mid sized service-companies with bookkeeping and fractional CFO services.

Armed with a Masters in Business Administration and an unwavering passion for empowering others, this boy mama of two embarked on her entrepreneurial odyssey to support her family. Her mission is twofold: to provide top-notch bookkeeping services and to be a beacon of hope for those looking to take control of their financial destinies. She has now spent over 3000 hours helping over 300 single mothers get back on their feet financially! 🙌🏼 #YASQUEEN

Ashley's mantra, "Let us mind your books, so you can mind your business," embodies her dedication to simplifying financial management for entrepreneurs. She doesn't stop at numbers; Ashley's personal journey fuels her commitment to helping others break free from financial complacency and codependency.

Follow and Connect with Ashley:

Website:  https://www.chamberlainandgoodcompany.com/ 

Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/chamberlainandgoodcompany/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chamberlaingoodco/

 

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 Timestamps:

The struggle with domestic began (00:03:44)
Ashley shares her lowest point, leaving a toxic relationship, and starting over with her child.

Starting her own business (00:05:12)
Ashley talks about her journey from working in corporate to starting her own business and employing a team of accountants.

Leaving a domestic violence relationships and finding shelter (00:08:29)
Ashley discusses the specific date and the fortunate circumstances that allowed her to leave and stay with her mother for eight months.

The moment of completing the first degree (00:13:35)
Describes the feeling of accomplishment and joy when finishing the first degree, with the speaker carrying her young child on stage.

Realization of wanting more freedom and involvement as a mom (00:15:48)
Reflects on the wake-up call of being asked who she was by her child's teacher, leading to a desire for more choice and involvement in her child's life.

Reaching the six-figure mark in her own company (00:17:12)
Highlights the support of the speaker's husband in starting and growing her own company, leading to the achievement of reaching a six-figure income and finding success on her own terms.

Rolling Your Shoulders Back (00:26:40)
The importance of rolling your shoulders back for confidence and sending signals to your brain.

Building Relationships with Clients (00:27:49)
How the guest serves and supports clients by building relationships and setting boundaries.

Hiring and Building a Team (00:32:24)
The process of hiring and building a team of mostly women and moms, and the importance of trust and boundaries.

The four-day work week (00:39:19)
Discussion on why the speaker chose to implement a four-day work week and the benefits it brings to both the team and the speaker personally.

Building an empire of female accountants (00:43:27)
The speaker's vision of creating a $1 million business and empowering female accountants to have freedom of choice in their lives.

Polarizing perspectives and owning one's uniqueness (00:48:57)
The importance of having polarizing perspectives and taking a stand for one's values, and how it attracts ideal clients who resonate with those values.

Setting Boundaries for Client Communication (00:51:22)
Discussion on the importance of defining boundaries for client communication and avoiding constant availability.

No Such Thing as an Accounting Emergency (00:52:41)
Realization that there are rarely any true emergencies in the accounting field and setting the tone for clients and team members.

The Power of Podcasting as a Platform (00:55:55)
Exploration of how podcasting can position guests as experts in their field and provide a platform for sharing stories and expertise.