Take The Leap

Victoria Proppe & Ashlan Glazier-Anderson
  • 5.0 (4)
  • Entrepreneurship
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Take the Leap is the podcast where we get real about the rollercoaster that is entrepreneurship and life.Sure, some folks make running a business look like a walk in the park, but let's be honest – it's more like a wild ride through a theme park with unexpected twists and turns! Join us your co-hosts, Victoria & Ashlan, as we spill the beans on our own real-life experiences and shine a spotlight on some amazing guests. From the highs of success stories to the lows of epic failures, and hey, we'll even throw in some cringe-worthy, laugh-out-loud embarrassing moments for good measure! So buckle up and tune in every week for a dose of raw, unfiltered truth about what it's really like to chase your dreams and build a business. Whether you're a seasoned entrepreneur or just dipping your toes into the startup world, we've got something for everyone. Even if it's just to make you think, "I'm so glad I didn't do what they did!" 

  1. 4d ago

    #148: The Best Marketing Strategy is Still Nurturing Relationships with Your Network

    In this solo reflection episode, Ashlan and Tory revisit their conversation with Christina Spaulding and discuss the realities of career instability, entrepreneurship, and building a sustainable business. Christina's story of experiencing multiple corporate layoffs sparks a conversation about why so many entrepreneurs ultimately choose to create careers they control themselves. The episode also explores the importance of consistently nurturing your professional network, staying visible even when business is thriving, adapting your marketing as your audience evolves, and finding opportunities hidden within your website analytics. If you've ever worried about layoffs, inconsistent client work, or how to build a more resilient business, this episode offers practical advice on creating stability through relationships, visibility, and intentional marketing. It's a reminder that long-term business growth comes from consistently showing up, even during your busiest seasons. Key Takeaways Corporate jobs can feel secure until they suddenly aren't, which is why many entrepreneurs choose to build careers they control.Business owners should continue prospecting and nurturing relationships even when their schedules are full.Networking is a long-term investment that often pays off months after the initial connection.Keeping your network updated on changes in your business helps create new opportunities.Website analytics can uncover unexpected opportunities, including the need for multilingual content.Search behavior and customer inquiries can reveal underserved audiences.Marketing strategies should always be tailored to your specific audience rather than following a one-size-fits-all approach.Visibility compounds over time, making consistent community involvement incredibly valuable.Systems and organization become even more important as your business grows.Building rest into your schedule protects your creativity and helps prevent burnout. This episode references our conversation with Christina Spaulding, episode #147 on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube.  Host information: Co-Host, Ashlan Glazier-Anderson, Owner of AshbeanPDX MarketingCo-Host, Victoria (Tory) Proppe, Owner of Imagine Marketing Strategies Connect: On YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TaketheLeap-Today On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/taketheleap_today With Ashlan:https://www.instagram.com/ashbeanpdxmktg https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashlan-glazier-anderson With Tory:https://www.instagram.com/imaginemarketingstrategies https://www.linkedin.com/in/victoriaproppe Like our content? Be sure to subscribe and review! Want to keep in touch? Find us on: Youtube Instagram

  2. 6d ago

    #147: What Small Businesses Need to Know About International SEO & Multilingual Marketing

    Christina Spaulding, founder of Manzanita Marketing, shares how repeated layoffs throughout her career ultimately led her to entrepreneurship. After experiencing firsthand how quickly job security can disappear, she decided to bet on herself and build a business focused on SEO, content marketing, website development, and helping organizations grow their online visibility. In this conversation, Christina discusses the realities of entrepreneurship, the importance of continuous prospecting, and the often-overlooked opportunities that exist in international and multilingual SEO. She also shares practical advice for small business owners looking to improve their online presence and reach new audiences. If you've ever wondered whether entrepreneurship could offer more control over your future, this episode offers an honest look at the challenges and rewards of building your own business. Christina provides actionable SEO insights, explains how businesses can identify opportunities in multilingual markets, and shares valuable lessons about resilience, networking, and creating opportunities through consistent relationship-building. Key Takeaways Job security is often an illusion, making entrepreneurship an appealing path for many professionals.Building a business allows you to create the workplace culture and opportunities you wish existed in previous roles.Always be prospecting and nurturing your professional network, even when business is strong.Your network requires ongoing maintenance and relationship-building to create future opportunities.Entrepreneurs should avoid taking client decisions and business setbacks personally.Saying "yes" to opportunities that feel intimidating can lead to significant personal and professional growth.International and multilingual SEO can unlock entirely new markets and customer segments.Website traffic patterns and customer inquiries can reveal opportunities for multilingual content.Market research is essential before expanding products or services into new countries.A strong SEO foundation starts with site speed, technical health, and asking the right questions of your marketing team. Guest & Host Information: Guest, Christina Spaulding, CEO of Manzanita MarketingCo-Host, Ashlan Glazier-Anderson, Owner of AshbeanPDX MarketingCo-Host, Victoria (Tory) Proppe, Owner of Imagine Marketing Strategies Connect with Christina: Visit her website: https://manzanitamktg.com/ Follow Manzanita Marketing on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/manzanita-marketing/ Follow Manzanita Marketing on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/manzanitamktg Follow Manzanita Marketing on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/manzanitamktg/  Connect with us: On YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TaketheLeap-Today On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/taketheleap_today Find Ashlan on Instagram & LinkedIn: https://www.instagram.com/ashbeanpdxmktg https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashlan-glazier-anderson Find Tory on Instagram & LinkedIn https://www.instagram.com/imaginemarketingstrategies https://www.linkedin.com/in/victoriaproppe Like our content? Be sure to subscribe and review! Want to keep in touch? Find us on: Youtube Instagram

    #147: What Small Businesses Need to Know About International SEO & Multilingual Marketing

  3. Jul 9

    #146: The Business Case for Rest & Reflection

    In this solo reflection episode, Ashlan and Tory unpack their conversation with returning guest Asmaa Methqal, exploring the themes that resonated most after the interview. They discuss why rest shouldn't be something we feel guilty about, the importance of creating intentional space for reflection, and how entrepreneurs can avoid constantly moving from one project to the next without processing what they've learned. The conversation also explores the challenges many women face around overgiving, comparison, and guilt, while sharing personal updates on business growth, networking, productivity, and the media they're currently enjoying. Entrepreneurship often rewards constant action, but sustainable success requires intentional pauses. This episode offers practical reminders about protecting your energy, building reflection into your routines, trusting your systems, and giving yourself permission to rest without guilt. Key Takeaways Rest is a necessity, not something that has to be earned.Entrepreneurs often struggle to disconnect productivity from self-worth.Reflection transforms experiences into lessons instead of simply moving on to the next project.Building post-project reviews into your workflow helps prevent repeating the same mistakes.Women frequently carry unnecessary guilt, comparison, and patterns of overgiving.Systems become even more valuable during busy seasons. Don't abandon them when you need them most.Success often comes from the visibility and networking efforts you invested in months earlier.Better time management sometimes means adjusting deadlines instead of sacrificing your wellbeing.Entertainment and hobbies that allow your brain to rest are just as important as educational content.Small moments of intentional recovery make it easier to sustain long-term entrepreneurial growth. This episode references our conversation with Asmaa Methqal, episode #145 on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube. You can catch our first episode with Asmaa #072. Host information: Co-Host, Ashlan Glazier-Anderson, Owner of AshbeanPDX MarketingCo-Host, Victoria (Tory) Proppe, Owner of Imagine Marketing Strategies Connect: On YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TaketheLeap-Today On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/taketheleap_today With Ashlan:https://www.instagram.com/ashbeanpdxmktg https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashlan-glazier-anderson With Tory:https://www.instagram.com/imaginemarketingstrategies https://www.linkedin.com/in/victoriaproppe Like our content? Be sure to subscribe and review! Want to keep in touch? Find us on: Youtube Instagram

  4. Jul 7

    #145: The Power of Showing Up with Integrity

    In this episode, we welcome back Asmaa Methqal for a powerful conversation about leadership, community, intuition, and what it means to move through transition with trust. Since her last visit, Asmaa has launched The Thread: Women + Tech Vancouver, an in-person community created to help women in tech build real connection, sharpen their skills, and practice showing up with integrity. Together, we explore what happens when things don’t go according to plan, why clarity comes through action, and how honoring your emotions can help you move toward the next aligned step. This episode is a grounding reminder that your growth doesn’t require perfection–it requires presence, reflection, and the courage to honor yourself. Key Takeaways Clarity comes through action, not waiting until you feel perfectly ready.Community is built through consistency, follow-through, and real human connection.Your integrity shows up in whether you keep your word to others and to yourself.When something feels blocked, it may be time to pivot, pause, or let it go.Reflection helps you turn experiences into lessons instead of just moving on to the next thing.Rest only works when you release the guilt attached to it.Your life can change in a second when you begin expecting possibilities instead of limitations.Honoring your emotions is part of leadership, not a distraction from it.Women often carry guilt, comparison, and overgiving, and releasing those patterns creates more space for aligned growth.Sometimes the “gift” in a hard season is the clarity it gives you about what needs to change. Guest & Host Information: Guest, Asmâa Methqal, Transformational Leadership Alchemist & Executive Coach, Fire and Flow Academy, and Founder of Maestra Business SolutionsCo-Host, Ashlan Glazier-Anderson, Owner of AshbeanPDX MarketingCo-Host, Victoria (Tory) Proppe, Owner of Imagine Marketing Strategies Connect with Asmâa: Visit her website: https://iamasmaa.com/ Explore her business growth consulting business:  https://maestrahub.com/ Join the Fire and Flow Leaders Community: https://iamasmaa.com/fireandflowleaders/community Connect with her on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/asmaamethqal/ Follow her on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leadwithasmaa/ Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FireandFlowLeadership  Connect with us: On YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TaketheLeap-Today On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/taketheleap_today Find Ashlan on Instagram & LinkedIn: https://www.instagram.com/ashbeanpdxmktg https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashlan-glazier-anderson Find Tory on Instagram & LinkedIn https://www.instagram.com/imaginemarketingstrategies https://www.linkedin.com/in/victoriaproppe  Like our content? Be sure to subscribe and review! Want to keep in touch? Find us on: Youtube Instagram

    #145: The Power of Showing Up with Integrity

  5. Jul 2

    #144: Why Emotional Intelligence and Self-Awareness Matter in Business and Life

    In this recap episode, Ashlan and Tory reflect on their conversation with leadership coach Vicki Semanie and dive deeper into the role emotional intelligence, self-awareness, and consistency play in building successful businesses and careers. Drawing from their own experiences in corporate environments and entrepreneurship, they discuss why strong leadership starts with understanding yourself and how showing up consistently creates long-term trust and opportunity. The conversation also explores networking, relationship-building, and the difference between transactional interactions and meaningful connections that can support business growth for years to come. If you're building a business, leading a team, or trying to grow your professional network, this episode offers practical insights into the human side of leadership. Ashlan and Tory share real-world examples of effective and ineffective leadership, why emotional intelligence matters, and how entrepreneurs can build stronger relationships with clients, employees, and collaborators. Key Takeaways Emotional intelligence and self-awareness are foundational leadership skills.Great leadership requires understanding your strengths, blind spots, and impact on others.Being technically skilled does not automatically make someone an effective manager.Small business owners benefit from leading differently than large corporations.Consistency builds trust with clients, employees, and professional networks.Showing up regularly creates opportunities even when immediate results aren't visible.Networking is about building relationships, not collecting leads.Long-term business success often comes from being remembered and recommended by others.People want to work with businesses they know, trust, and feel connected to.Relationship-building should focus on mutual support rather than transactional outcomes. This episode references our conversation with Vicki Semanie, episode #143 on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube. You can catch our first episode with Vicki #063. Host information: Co-Host, Ashlan Glazier-Anderson, Owner of AshbeanPDX MarketingCo-Host, Victoria (Tory) Proppe, Owner of Imagine Marketing Strategies Connect: On YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TaketheLeap-Today On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/taketheleap_today With Ashlan:https://www.instagram.com/ashbeanpdxmktg https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashlan-glazier-anderson With Tory:https://www.instagram.com/imaginemarketingstrategies https://www.linkedin.com/in/victoriaproppe Like our content? Be sure to subscribe and review! Want to keep in touch? Find us on: Youtube Instagram

  6. Jun 30

    #143: Stop Controlling, Start Trusting: A New Way to Grow Personally & Professionally

    In this episode, we catch up with returning guest Vicki Semanie as she enters year three of her business. Vicki shares how her work has evolved beyond coaching into consulting, speaking, and leadership development, and how embracing uncertainty has opened unexpected opportunities. We also dive into emotional intelligence, the power of purpose, and why trust, not control, is shaping her vision for 2026. If you’ve ever felt like you need everything figured out before taking the next step, this conversation is your reminder that growth happens through action, not perfection. Key Takeaways You don’t need everything figured out to start, clarity comes through action.Business evolution is normal and often leads to better alignment with your strengths.Emotional intelligence, especially confidence and self-awareness, is key to effective leadership.Consistency (like weekly content or networking) builds trust and long-term opportunities.Networking isn’t about instant results, but showing up and being known.Trusting the process can open doors you didn’t plan for but are fully capable of walking through.Negative self-talk can limit growth, but it can be reframed with intentional practice.Building a business takes time, success often comes from patience, planning, and persistence. Guest & Host Information: Guest, Vicki Semanie, Master Certified Professional Coach at Seven Stones Life CoachingCo-Host, Ashlan Glazier-Anderson, Owner of AshbeanPDX MarketingCo-Host, Victoria (Tory) Proppe, Owner of Imagine Marketing Strategies Connect with Vicki: Visit her website: https://www.sevenstoneslifecoaching.com/ Find her on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61561743214060 Find her on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vicki-semanie-sevenstones  Connect with us: On YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TaketheLeap-Today On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/taketheleap_today Find Ashlan on Instagram & LinkedIn: https://www.instagram.com/ashbeanpdxmktg https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashlan-glazier-anderson Find Tory on Instagram & LinkedIn https://www.instagram.com/imaginemarketingstrategies https://www.linkedin.com/in/victoriaproppe Like our content? Be sure to subscribe and review! Want to keep in touch? Find us on: Youtube Instagram

    #143: Stop Controlling, Start Trusting: A New Way to Grow Personally & Professionally

  7. Jun 25

    #142: Permission to Let Go of What’s Draining You in Your Business

    In this recap episode, Ashlan and Tory reflect on their conversation with Peya and explore what it really means to build a business that aligns with your values, energy, and goals. They discuss the importance of letting go of work that no longer serves you, recognizing when clients or offers are no longer a good fit, and creating a business that supports your life instead of draining it. The conversation also touches on personal and business systems, the impact of AI on entrepreneurship, and why entrepreneurs need to pay attention when opportunities keep presenting themselves. If you've ever struggled to let go of a client, continued offering something you no longer enjoy, or felt stuck doing business a certain way because you think you "should," this episode is a powerful reminder that you have permission to change course. Ashlan and Tory share honest reflections about boundaries, alignment, business evolution, and trusting yourself to build something that works for you. Key Takeaways It's okay to stop doing work that no longer feels aligned with your goals or values.Not every client relationship is meant to last forever, and that's okay.Offboarding clients respectfully can preserve relationships and open doors for future opportunities.If an offer, platform, or marketing tactic isn't working, you don't have to keep forcing it.Pay attention to activities that consistently drain your energy and reassess whether they belong in your business.Clients can often sense when you're no longer excited about an offer or service.Personal systems and business systems are deeply connected because you are the same person in both spaces.Entrepreneurs benefit from building businesses that support their lives instead of compartmentalizing everything.Sometimes repeated signs and feedback are invitations to finally take action.Alignment often requires letting go of old expectations about how business "should" be done. This episode references our conversation with Peya Robbins, episode #141 on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube. You can catch our other conversations with Peya #022 and #088. Host information: Co-Host, Ashlan Glazier-Anderson, Owner of AshbeanPDX MarketingCo-Host, Victoria (Tory) Proppe, Owner of Imagine Marketing Strategies Connect: On YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TaketheLeap-Today On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/taketheleap_today With Ashlan:https://www.instagram.com/ashbeanpdxmktg https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashlan-glazier-anderson With Tory:https://www.instagram.com/imaginemarketingstrategies https://www.linkedin.com/in/victoriaproppe  Like our content? Be sure to subscribe and review! Want to keep in touch? Find us on: Youtube Instagram

  8. Jun 23

    #141: Stop Building a Business That Drains You

    In this return conversation with Peya Robbins, we talk about what it means to stop running your business from obligation and start building it around joy, boundaries, and actual capacity. Peya shares how intentional rest helped her clear space, release clients and commitments that no longer fit, and reconnect with the parts of her business that feel energizing instead of draining. This episode is a reminder that entrepreneurship is not just about doing more. It is about deciding what deserves your time, protecting your energy, and remembering that you are allowed to build a business that supports the life you actually want. Key Takeaways: Rest can create the clarity you need to make better business decisions.Clearing physical, emotional, and professional clutter can open space for better opportunities.Boundaries apply to client relationships, not just personal relationships.You are allowed to stop renewing work that no longer feels aligned.Your business should support your life, not consume it.If you are constantly drained by your clients or offers, it may be time to reassess what you are building.Taking action matters more than endlessly saving ideas, making plans, or waiting for the perfect moment.Your personal systems and business systems are connected because you are the same person in both spaces. Guest & Host Information: Guest, Peya Robbins, Peya Robbins Business SupportCo-Host, Ashlan Glazier-Anderson, Owner of AshbeanPDX MarketingCo-Host, Victoria (Tory) Proppe, Owner of Imagine Marketing Strategies Connect with Peya: Find her online: https://www.peyarobbins.com/ Find her on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/peypeyeveryday  Connect with us: On YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TaketheLeap-Today On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/taketheleap_today Find Ashlan on Instagram & LinkedIn: https://www.instagram.com/ashbeanpdxmktg https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashlan-glazier-anderson Find Tory on Instagram & LinkedIn https://www.instagram.com/imaginemarketingstrategies https://www.linkedin.com/in/victoriaproppe Like our content? Be sure to subscribe and review! Want to keep in touch? Find us on: Youtube Instagram

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Take the Leap is the podcast where we get real about the rollercoaster that is entrepreneurship and life.Sure, some folks make running a business look like a walk in the park, but let's be honest – it's more like a wild ride through a theme park with unexpected twists and turns! Join us your co-hosts, Victoria & Ashlan, as we spill the beans on our own real-life experiences and shine a spotlight on some amazing guests. From the highs of success stories to the lows of epic failures, and hey, we'll even throw in some cringe-worthy, laugh-out-loud embarrassing moments for good measure! So buckle up and tune in every week for a dose of raw, unfiltered truth about what it's really like to chase your dreams and build a business. Whether you're a seasoned entrepreneur or just dipping your toes into the startup world, we've got something for everyone. Even if it's just to make you think, "I'm so glad I didn't do what they did!" 

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  • Creator
    Victoria Proppe & Ashlan Glazier-Anderson
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    175
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Take The Leap
  • Show Website
    Take The Leap

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