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Outlier's Edge Podcast with Niiamah AshongMoving From Desire To Action | Michael Ashford, Pauline Victoria, Jionna Harmon, Silvia Fortunato, Kemono | Ep 710 | Throwback"The question is not if I don't know all the answers. There's no way you can know all the answers. So the question has to be, what don't I know?" - Michael AshfordJoin Niiamah (@niiamahashong), Michael Ashford, Pauline Victoria, Gianna Harmon, Kimono, and Sylvia in this throwback powerful roundtable on authentic leadership and embracing vulnerability. These high-performing leaders share their turning points, how they found courage to act on their visions, and what it means to create meaningful connections in a world that often pushes us apart.Welcome to the Outlier's Edge Podcast, hosted...2025-04-2944 min
That's Life, I SwearInterview #10 Michael Ashford – The Art of CommunicationSummary: In this engaging conversation, Rick Barron and Michael Ashford explore the intricacies of communication, emphasizing the importance of curiosity and deeper questioning in fostering meaningful connections. They discuss the shortcomings of traditional education in teaching effective communication skills and propose a redesign that encourages students to ask nuanced questions. The dialogue highlights the impact of clichés in conversations and the necessity of building trust through genuine inquiry. Through personal anecdotes and insights, they illustrate how understanding diverse perspectives can enrich our interactions and lead to more profound human experiences. In this conversation, Michael As...2025-03-251h 04
Outsmart ADHDHow to Talk to People Who Think Differently (and Have Hard Conversations) with Michael AshfordIn a world that feels increasingly divided, how do we foster real conversations that lead to understanding instead of conflict? Michael started a podcast in pursuit of answering that exact question, and what he found is going to shock you. Our Guest:Michael Ashford is a tireless optimist on a mission to help others understand what it means to communicate well. He's a speaking and leadership communications coach drawing on a decade and a half of experience leading and growing teams as well as speaking on stages large and small. Michael is a...2025-02-0551 min
Get Motivated with Donato🎙️ Unlock Your Inner Drive! with Michael Ashford🌟On this week’s episode of Get Motivated with Dr. Donato Perricci, we sit down with the insightful Michael Ashford, host of the podcast Rethinking Communications and author of The Involved Man. 🚀
🌟 What’s Inside This Episode?💡 Who Would Michael Meet? Discover why Abraham Lincoln tops Michael’s list and how his leadership principles resonate today.🔥 What Does “Get Motivated” Mean? Michael shares why motivation comes from within and how aligning purpose, passions, and relationships leads to a fulfilling life.🤔 The Power of Self-Reflection: Learn how to ask tough questions, avoid the sunk cost fallacy, and pivot toward...2024-12-3144 minOutlier's Edge Podcast with Niiamah AshongFind Your Unique Voice in a Crowded Landscape | Michael Ashford, Pauline Victoria, Jionna Harmon, Silvia Fortunato, Kemono | Ep 539"Courage is the precipice like it is the beginning of where we have to start to do anything." - Pauline VictoriaJoin Niiamah (@niiamahashong) as he explores the journeys of Michael Ashford, Pauline Victoria, Jionna Harmon, Silvia Fortunato, and Kemono in their podcasting and entrepreneurship spaces. Discover insights on healing, military life, consciousness, and the power of inspired action.Welcome to the Outlier's Edge Podcast, hosted by Niiamah Ashong, Founder of Outlier's Edge and Sherpa of the World of Difference. On this podcast, you'll join other high-performing unconventional leaders and entrepreneurs (aka Outliers) as they...2024-09-2644 min
Touched and Empowered🎙️From Trauma to Triumph: Elevating Communication and Relationships with Michael Ashford🌟In this transformative episode of "Touched and Empowered," hosts Katie and Ace are joined by special guest Michael Ashford for a deep dive into the complexities of trauma, communication, and meaningful relationships. 🌟
🎙️ Episode Highlights:
Trauma Dumping vs. Actionable Inspiration: Michael Ashford challenges the trend of using stages as personal therapy sessions, emphasizing the need for practical steps beyond sharing stories of overcoming trauma.
The Impact of Trauma on Communication: The team discusses the double-edged sword of trauma dumping, exploring how it can be cathartic for the sharer but overwhelming for the listener.
Elevating Conversations: Learn how to i...2024-09-0941 min
The Hopeful Majority with Manu Meel#63 Can People Change? ft. Michael AshfordCan people change? Join us this week as Manu sits down with author and podcaster Michael Ashford to answer this question. In these divided times it seems impossible to find common ground. Tune in as Manu and Michael tackle this problem and discuss what questions to ask in any conversation..Episode 63 guest: meet Michael AshfordMichael Ashford’s info:Twitter: https://x.com/MichaelDAshfordInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/michaeldashford/Book: https://michaelashford.com/store/p/caniaskaquestionPODCAST INFO: Web...2024-08-2650 min
Next Gen Case StudiesRevolutionizing Customer Experience and Communication with Michael Ashford
In this episode of the NextGen Case Study series, we sit down with Michael Ashford, the Director of Marketing at The Receptionist, a Denver-based company specializing in visitor management systems. With a rich background as an award-winning journalist and a TEDx speaker coach, Michael brings a unique perspective to storytelling and brand communication. Recently, he completed his master’s degree in mass communication from Kansas State University, adding further depth to his expertise.
Michael begins by sharing his career journey, emphasizing the importance of effective communication, a skill he believes is often overlooked in formal ed...2024-08-2239 min
The Trauma TherapistCreating An Incredible Client Experience with Michael Ashford of The ReceptionistMichael Ashford is the Director of Marketing at The Receptionist in Denver, Colo., and has spent the past decade building and leading marketing teams at companies large and small. Prior to his career in marketing, Michael was an award-winning journalist after graduating from Kansas State University. Michael’s approach to marketing focuses on scaling companies through the power of effective communication, storytelling, and humanizing brands.In This EpisodeMichael Ashford's WebsiteSocials:FB: facebook.com/receptionistappIG: @receptionistappX: @receptionistappSuccess in Session newsletter---If you’d like to support The Trauma Therapist Podcast and the work I do...2024-07-1125 min
Wise Practice PodcastBest Efficiency Tips for your Business with Michael Ashford, Director of Marketing at The Receptionist | WP88Building a Successful Faith-Based Practice and Achieving Efficiency with Michael Ashford In this episode of the Wise Practice Podcast, host Whitney Owens interviews Michael Ashford, the Director of Marketing at The Receptionist in Denver, Colorado. Michael shares his insights on growing a faith-based practice, the importance of effective communication, and efficient systems for managing a therapy practice. He discusses his career journey from journalism to marketing, the concept of employee supremacy, and practical advice on minimizing burnout and improving office operations with technology. Listeners will gain valuable tips on achieving a balanced and successful professional life while...2024-07-0235 min
Rethinking CommunicationEp 130: 6 things school didn't teach you about communicationWelcome to Rethinking Communication! Over the past four years, I've uncovered some aspects of communication that have largely gone untaught in our traditional educational settings. So, I'm pivoting this podcast to focus on how we can bridge these gaps in our collective communication skill set. In this first episode under the new banner, I introduce you to six things school didn't teach you about communication that I'll strive to explore and understand better as this show progresses. They are: How to acknowledge emot...2024-06-1053 min
Tech in the Right DirectionMENtors that Make a Difference Featuring Michael AshfordOur next guest on MENtors that Make a Difference is Michael Ashford, the Director of Marketing at The Receptionist. Started in 2013, The Receptionist paved the way as the first-ever visitor management company. They are now in over 4k+ locations and 36 countries worldwide. You can learn more about The Receptionist here: https://thereceptionist.com/
Today we talk about Michael's career journey and how his different experiences working in a wide variety of roles helped shape his business skillset. We also talk about the positive shifts that are taking place for women in tech and how gender stereotypes are...2024-05-2142 minOutsmart ADHDHow to Land a TEDx Talk with Michael AshfordWanna land a TEDx Talk? Sign up for Michael's workshop How to craft your most compelling TEDx Talk pitchIn this episode you'll learn:-Where to find TEDx events-How to craft a compelling pitch-Why your idea is worth sharing (even if it's been done a million times)Can't get enough of Michael? Check out his:WebsitePodcastMichael Ashford is a tireless optimist on a mission to help others understand what it means to communicate well. He's a speaking and leadership...2024-04-0933 minRethinking CommunicationEp 125: Michael McQueen | We're not afraid of change...we're afraid of lossIf you were to track how many times per day someone tried to convince you to change in some way, chances are you'd fill up pages worth of tally marks. We often get sucked into thinking that the way to change people's minds to get them to do what we want them to do is to present them with enough evidence, data, and proof that our way is the "right" way. But deep down, you know that's not how it works, don't you? If you're not sure, all...2024-04-0158 min
Negotiate AnythingCan I Ask A Question? with Michael Ashford Buy Now The Michael Ashford's Book: Can I Ask A Question? https://michaelashford.com/store/p/caniaskaquestionIn this inspiring episode of "Negotiate Anything," host Kwame Christian, Esq., M.A., sits down with marketing director, speaker, and author Michael Ashford to delve deep into the intricacies of conflict communication and negotiation. As they unravel Michael's newly published book "Can I Ask a Question," they explore the transformative "Ask and See" communication process that Michael advocates for effectively navigating difficult conversations. Highlighting the significance of mindset, the importance of humility, and the power of curiosity...2024-03-1336 min
Curiosity InvitedEpisode 51 - Michael AshfordMichael Ashford - Podcaster, Author, Journalist, Speaker - has spent years researching communication, conflict, trust, and the reasons why people change. Through his work Michael wants to equip people to become better thinkers, communicators, and conversationalists.His podcast ,"The Follow Up Question, his upcoming book, and his two TED talks" offer tools to help people understand the motivations and conditions that bring about transformation.In Michael's own words, " I don’t believe we are as divided as we appear to be on many issues. But we are fighting against forces that benefit when we are at...2024-02-0652 min
StreetNOW NEWS ™️ by Tweet Station News ©️(as DatGuYTV w-DatguyRadio)Still Forward Movement by Terry Dwayne AshfordStill Forward Movement by Terry Dwayne Ashford
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BROADCAST TODAY - Terry Dwayne AshfordFull Blessing The Awesome Day With An Awesome God by Terry Dwayne AshfordTerry Dwayne Ashford delivers Awesome Day with song Awesome God & Credited to Michael W Smith.https://www.spreaker.com/episo... -------- Still Forward Movement by Terry Dwayne Ashford Referring to - https://www.spreaker.com/episo... Full Blessings added at 745 AM EST Time on Sunday. Credited background to Michael W Smith "Awesome God" for Terry Dwayne Ashford's Awesome Day Broadcast on Sunday Morning 7 am Broadcast September 16, 2023 Voiceover Terry Dwayne Ashford - song Credited Awesome God - used as Background and Separately at End of the Broadcast. 2023-09-1705 min
WALKING THE TALK W/Terry Dwayne AshfordStill Forward Movement by Terry Dwayne AshfordStill Forward Movement by Terry Dwayne Ashford Credited background to Michael W Smith "Awesome God" for Terry Dwayne Ashford's Awesome Day Broadcast on Sunday Morning 7 am Broadcast September 16, 2023 Voiceover Terry Dwayne Ashford - song Credited Awesome God - used as Background and Separately at End of the Broadcast. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tweetstationnews/message2023-09-1708 min
All Things Private Practice PodcastEpisode 97: Lead With Curiosity to Effect Change [featuring Michael Ashford]
How is change truly affected and sustained? This may feel like a big, existential question, but one that is certainly worthy of asking.During this episode, I talk with Michael Ashford, director of marketing at The Receptionist for iPad.People need the autonomy to make decisions when change is being illicit-ed, and "facts don't solve fights."I discuss my former gambling addiction, how hellacious it was, and how I was able to pull myself out of it.We talk about how you can go from feeling extremely confident to feeling like "...2023-08-0538 min
All Things Private Practice PodcastEpisode 97: Lead With Curiosity to Effect Change [featuring Michael Ashford]How is change truly affected and sustained? This may feel like a big, existential question, but one that is certainly worthy of asking.During this episode, I talk with Michael Ashford, director of marketing at The Receptionist for iPad.People need the autonomy to make decisions when change is being illicit-ed, and "facts don't solve fights."I discuss my former gambling addiction, how hellacious it was, and how I was able to pull myself out of it.We talk about how you can go from feeling extremely confident to feeling like "...2023-08-0536 minNegotiate AnythingHow to TRULY communicate for understanding with Michael AshfordRequest A Customized Workshop For Your Company: https://www.americannegotiationinstitute.com/services/workshops/In this episode, Michael Ashford, Director of Marketing at The Receptionist, discusses how to negotiate and have difficult conversations when you communicate. In it, we talk about;1. How to ask better questions2. Active vs. actual listening3. What do the most self-aware people do differently?Follow Michael Ashford on LinkedIn http://www.linkedin.com/in/michaeldashfordMichael's Website https://michaelashford.com/Michael's Podcast...2023-06-1743 min
Scaling Therapy Practice: Digital Course Creation for Clinicians, Coaches, and Content ExpertsSTP 13 | Does Anyone Know I am Here? Solving the Waiting Room Problem with Michael AshfordIn the interview, Michael Ashford, Director of Marketing at The Receptionist, talked about his background as a journalist and how it shaped his approach to marketing. He emphasized the importance of storytelling and humanizing brands, and how these elements can help scale companies.
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DatguyTV W/Terry Dwayne AshfordBucksnort WILMA Willow- DatguyTV W/Terry Dwayne AshfordTerry Dwayne Ashford delivers WILMA Willow - a Video of Hill of Wilma Statute currently in loading cue of YouTube and Tweet Station News - here the StreetNow News JIC CEO Founder Terry Dwayne Ashford airs the audio sound to be heard on the video that was produced managed directed and reporting alongside broadcasted by Terry Dwayne Ashford Son Of WILMA from the Estate of Wilma on Wakefield Road. Done on Dec 2, 2022 by Founder CEO President Terry Dwayne (Wayne) Ashford. Bucksnort's Wilma Willow - By Terry Dwayne Ashford Son Of WILMA DatguyRadio Founder CEO & President 2022-12-0311 minNegotiate AnythingHow to TRULY communicate for understanding with Michael AshfordClick here to buy your copy of How To Have Difficult Conversations About Race!In this episode, Michael Ashford, Director of Marketing at The Receptionist, discusses how to negotiate and have difficult conversations when you communicate. In it, we talk about;1. How to ask better questions2. Active vs. actual listening3. What do the most self-aware people do differently?Follow Michael Ashford on LinkedInMichael's WebsiteMichael's Podcast - The Follow-Up QuestionFollow Kwame Christian on LinkedIn2022-10-2844 minRethinking CommunicationEp 90: Eli Zupnick | Can more political parties solve our polarization problems?It’s nearly impossible to hear the word polarization and not immediately think of nasty political feuds. And many point to the fact that we even have political parties as the source of much of our division. So imagine my surprise when in the course of researching my guest’s background for this episode, the organization he is a part of actually takes the stance that polarization isn’t always a bad thing. My guest on this episode is Eli Zupnick. Eli is the co-founder of Fix Our House (https://www.fixourho...2022-10-1758 min
STRONG DADS!Strong Dads - Reaching Across the Aisle - Michael Ashford - Episode 164Divisiveness is nothing new in human culture. Since the time of Cain and Able we have found things to argue about. But, is there a way to reduce or even eliminate this divisiveness? The easy answer is yes. The real answer is yes, but not easily. We must come to grip with our own human biases and limits to know and understand. In order to do this we must change our mindset and approach to mimic more of what we see from Christ. In this show, we welcome Michael Ashford, the creator and host of the podcast, The Fo...2022-09-2352 min
WALKING THE TALK W/Terry Dwayne AshfordDatguyRadio Airplay Tuesday RM347 CEO, Terry Dwayne Ashford - September 6th, 2022, a TatMedia WilmaWaine Co, IncDatGUYRADIO, RM347, CEO Terry Dwayne Ashford, http://www.terryashford.com - LINK: https://anchor.fm/tweetstationnews/episodes/DatguyRadio-Airplay-Tuesday-RM347-CEO--Terry-Dwayne-Ashford---September-6th--2022--a-TatMedia-WilmaWaine-Co--Inc-e1nfij9 ------- Youtube LINK: https://youtu.be/7t24lQWpbY4 ---- DATGUYRADIO AIRPLAY - CEO Terry Dwayne Ashford RM347-DatguyRadio Airplay Sept6, 2022 This Link: https://youtu.be/7t24lQWpbY4 Terry Dwayne Ashford, CEO of DatguyRadio Mix of DatguyRADIO exclusive from RM347 Extended Stay America Hotel Tysons Corner at 8201 Old Courthouse Road, Vienna Virginia USA zip code 22182 - click here for the song credits used for today's "Bonafide Love Remix" by Terry Dwayne Ashford, Indacarseat Datguy, CEO of DatguyRADIO and...2022-09-061h 45
StreetNOW NEWS ™️ by Tweet Station News ©️(as DatGuYTV w-DatguyRadio)DatguyRadio Airplay Tuesday RM347 CEO, Terry Dwayne Ashford - September 6th, 2022, a TatMedia WilmaWaine Co, IncDatGUYRADIO, RM347, CEO Terry Dwayne Ashford, http://www.terryashford.com - LINK: https://anchor.fm/tweetstationnews/episodes/DatguyRadio-Airplay-Tuesday-RM347-CEO--Terry-Dwayne-Ashford---September-6th--2022--a-TatMedia-WilmaWaine-Co--Inc-e1nfij9 ------- Youtube LINK: https://youtu.be/7t24lQWpbY4 ----
DATGUYRADIO AIRPLAY - CEO Terry Dwayne Ashford RM347-DatguyRadio Airplay Sept6, 2022 This Link: https://youtu.be/7t24lQWpbY4 Terry Dwayne Ashford, CEO of DatguyRadio Mix of DatguyRADIO exclusive from RM347 Extended Stay America Hotel Tysons Corner at 8201 Old Courthouse Road, Vienna Virginia USA zip code 22182 - click here for the song credits used for today's "Bonafide Love Remix" by Terry Dwayne Ashford, Indacarseat Datguy, CEO of DatguyRADIO...2022-09-061h 45Rethinking CommunicationEp 86: Adam Wilkinson | The individual responsibility we each own to deescalate hateMy guest this week believes there’s a lot more good in the world than there is hate, you just have to avoid getting sucked into the hate machine and instead look for the many instances where good occurs in the small things. In this episode, I chat with Adam Wilkinson, or Wilk, for short. He’s a firm believer that light drives out darkness, and when we focus on bringing a little more light into the world, we do something Wilk calls “derate the hate.” We give hate less room to invade...2022-08-2252 minStreetNOW NEWS ™️ by Tweet Station News ©️(as DatGuYTV w-DatguyRadio)Aug 11, 2022 09:14 PM Datguy RADIO Airplay by Terry Dwayne Ashford from Room 347, Artist Credits includes Michael Jackson, Mary J Blige, Kanye West, Cher, Songs by Terry Dwayne Ashford and others ----https://tweetstationnews.com/2022/08/11/datguyradio/
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LAN Parties: A Video Gaming and Esports PodcastNintendo Direct / Esports Awards CEO Michael AshfordLukas and Ryan talk about Nintendo and Blizzard/Activision. The guys also interview Michael Ashford, CEO of the Esports Awards, which are coming to Las Vegas this December!Michael Ashford: https://twitter.com/MikeAshford_ESAEsports Awards: https://twitter.com/esportsawards - https://esportsawards.comLAN Parties: https://twitter.com/LANPartiesPodRyan Smith: https://twitter.com/smitty2447Lukas Eggen: https://twitter.com/lukaseggen Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices2022-06-2959 min
Dads Making a Difference PodcastEvery Dad Has a Story Worth Sharing With the World With Michael AshfordEveryone has a compelling story to tell. Everyone has the right to share their stories and be heard. Some stories can be found in books while other stories are portrayed on the big screens. But, social media has proven to be the most interactive and easily accessible platform to showcase different stories from countless people. It is a privilege from technology to have unlimited access to these stories, good or bad. At the same time, it’s also a call to be mindful of the narratives we entertain and feed our brains.Joining us today is Michael As...2022-06-1543 min
Derate The HateEpisode 105: Building Unity by Asking the Follow-Up Questions... with Michael AshfordSend Wilk a text with your feedback!It is a well known problem in the course of discussions, especially when someone is having a discussion with someone with whom they disagree, that they spend more time listening with the intention of responding rather than with the desire to truly understand. I am fully aware, and can readily admit that I am personally guilty of this. Thankfully I don't do this nearly as often now as I did previously in my life. This is a battle, like so many of the bad habits that we acquire throughout our...2022-04-2047 min
Tennis Specifically Terry Dwayne Ashford4 Reporting by Terry Dwayne Ashford at 145 PM Tennis Specifically Pre-Recorded 2nd of the dayTerry Dwayne Ashford LOVING you through journalism - brings his reporting a second time of the day after ceasing the broadcast. The way real broadcasting and real LOVE in Journalism serves YOU. Through our HEARTS, the heart of WILMA through WAINE. THANK Goodness such as US exist to save the WORLD.00:07Terry Dwayne Ashford, Room 347, Extended Stay America Hotel Tysons Corner Vienna Virginia, USA - Terry Dwayne Ashford, CEO DatguyRadio, a Tatmedia Wilmawaine Co., Inc with StreetNOW News Tennis SpecificallyTerry Dwayne Ashford, Room 347, Extended Stay America Hotel Tysons Corner Vienna Virginia...2022-04-081h 09
Beyond Barriers RadioUnderstanding Does Not Equal Agreement | Interview with Michael AshfordEpisode 29 of Beyond Barriers Podcast featuring TEDx Speaker and host of The Follow-Up Question Podcast, Michael Ashford. Michael Ashford (https://michaelashford.com) is the Director of Marketing at a Denver-based software company, The Receptionist, as well as a podcaster and independent journalist. Michael has conducted thousands of interviews over the last two decades in his time as a journalist, marketer, and podcaster, and as the host of The Follow-Up Question podcast, Michael explores what it means to have curious conversations that bring us together rather than divide us. He has won numerous awards for his reporting and storytelling as a...2022-03-1047 min
Beyond Barriers RadioUnderstanding Does Not Equal Agreement | Interview with Michael AshfordEpisode 29 of Beyond Barriers Podcast featuring TEDx Speaker and host of The Follow-Up Question Podcast, Michael Ashford. Michael Ashford (https://michaelashford.com) is the Director of Marketing at a Denver-based software company, The Receptionist, as well as a podcaster and independent journalist. Michael has conducted thousands of interviews over the last two decades in his time as a journalist, marketer, and podcaster, and as the host of The Follow-Up Question podcast, Michael explores what it means to have curious conversations that bring us together rather than divide us. He has won numerous awards for his reporting and storytelling as...2022-03-1046 min
Beyond Barriers PodcastEpisode 29 - Understanding Does Not Equal Agreement - Michael AshfordEpisode 29 of Beyond Barriers Podcast featuring TEDx Speaker and host of The Follow-Up Question Podcast, Michael Ashford. Michael Ashford (https://michaelashford.com) is the Director of Marketing at a Denver-based software company, The Receptionist, as well as a podcaster and independent journalist. Michael has conducted thousands of interviews over the last two decades in his time as a journalist, marketer, and podcaster, and as the host of The Follow-Up Question podcast, Michael explores what it means to have curious conversations that bring us together rather than divide us. He has won numerous awards for his reporting and storytelling as a...2022-03-1046 minRethinking CommunicationEp 73: Bruce Ledewitz | Is the universe on our side?My guest this week, Bruce Ledewitz, characterizes the era we are currently living in as the Age of Evasion. In the Age of Evasion, irony replaces reason and passion replaces planning. And a lack of or even complete loss of faith. As a man who grew up religious who now is atheist, Bruce has a unique perspective on this loss of faith and what it has meant to our society. Yet interestingly enough, Bruce is also hopeful. In his new book, The Universe is o...2022-02-211h 00
The Content Cocktail HourFollowing up with the right question in marketing with Michael Ashford
Michael Ashford is Director of Marketing at The Receptionist, a TEDX speaker, and the host of “The Follow-Up Question” podcast. With a journalism background, Michael has transferred his ability to ask the right questions in the marketing world. In this episode, Brett and Michael discuss modern-day marketing, attribution, gated content, car commercials, and much more. 0:00 Intro 1:01 Conversation with Michael 1:55 Marketing philosophy 5:15 Curiosity VS certainty 9:02 Car commercials 11:10 Resonance 12:12 Journalism background 16:30 Listening and communicating 19:08 Art of question asking 23:57 Intuition and facts 26:50 Measuring attribution 28:38 How to ask better questions 31:38 Links 2022-02-1800 min
Live and Lead for Impact with Kirsten E. Ross233 Michael Ashford - The Power of Stories233 Michael Ashford - The Power of Stories Michael Ashford is the Director of Marketing at The Receptionist, and he has transformed their business beyond 2020 expectations accruing $6.1M+ in revenue. Michael faced The Receptionist away from commercial spaces and toward logistics and supply chain. He believes good marketing is good storytelling. Michael strives to connect and open up the world of leaders. He encourages selfless service and problem solving. He wants to create a reachable world rather than egoic leaders. TheReceptionist.com 2021-12-0229 min
StrategyCastEpisode 380: The Four Tenets of Storytelling with Michael Ashford, director of marketing at The Receptionist“Placing yourself in the story you’re trying to tell is where marketers hit gold.” Listen & Learn: The four tenets of strategic storytelling. The importance of people-first storytelling. The power of narrative. Why it’s never about what you make or why you make it. It’s not about selling a story; it’s about telling a story. Creating a compelling narrative for your brand from the beginning Michael Ashford, director of marketing at The Receptionist, is a builder, a communicator, and a strategist. But his path has been anything but typical…from starting out as...2021-09-1537 min
Esports Network PodcastDeveloping, Celebrating, And Validating Esports As A Whole ft. Michael Ashford, CEO Esports AwardsEsports is still in its relative infancy but its important that we celebrate and validate content creators, sponsors, organizations, teams, players, and everyone in between. The Esports Awards promises to do all that, whether its a virtual or real-life stage. Michael Ashford talks about the efforts the Awards have undergone since their 2020 iteration to bring to life the 2021 version. On top of that he talks working under the pandemic and working with his brothers!
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Mirror Talk: Soulful ConversationsMichael Ashford on How To Be A Better Listener & Communicating With Emotional IntelligenceBecome a Paid Subscriber: https://anchor.fm/mirrortalk/subscribe
In this episode, Michael Ashford, an award-winning newspaper reporter and editor on the podcast, talks about journalism and media, how to be a better listener and how to disagree in an emotionally intelligent way.
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...2021-07-0658 minSTRONG DADS!Strong Dads - Michael Ashford - The Involved Man - Episode 86Michael Ashford is the host of Fit Dads Fitness Podcast. He is also the author of, The Involved Man. Michael is the perfect guest for the Strong Dads Podcast as he is actually doing the work that we so strongly promote. He is first and foremost a follower of Christ. Secondly, he loves his wife and two kids. Michael recognized in his own life and those around him that the status of manhood was rapidly declining. As a man that is concerned about the status of men in general across our country, he became motivated to speak to and...2021-03-261h 04Rethinking CommunicationEp 32: Denise Jacobs | How do we banish our inner critic?Denise Jacobs is a keynote speaker, an instructor at Stanford University, and the author of the book Banish Your Inner Critic. In this conversation, Denise details where our inner critic comes from and the damage our faulty inner narrator does to our emotions and psyche. Denise explains how an inner critic can lead to self-sabotage, and how we can become more aware of the power of our words to help us feel more deserving and confident. Connect with Denise on her website at https://denisejacobs.com, or on Instagram (https://www.in...2021-03-081h 03Rethinking CommunicationEp 31: Ashley Vanderbilt | The truths you find after leaving QAnonAfter President Joe Biden was inaugurated in January 2021, Ashley Vanderbilt didn't know what to believe. She had anticipated things going so much differently based on what she had been reading online, and she was scared. Weeks later, Ashley now realizes the conspiracy of QAnon had grabbed hold of her and preyed on her deepest fears. And now that she's removed herself from those beliefs, she's figuring out how to move forward with a more discerning heart and mind. Ashley and I explore all of this and more in this conversation. ...2021-03-0145 minRethinking CommunicationEp 30: Christopher Hadnagy | Is empathy always a good thing?When you think of what it means to be manipulated, how does it make you feel? Usually pretty icky, right? My guest this week, Christopher Hadnagy, describes the difference between manipulation and social engineering, and the key to whether or not it is a positive or negative thing lies in how the technique is used. We also discuss empathy, and why it's not always the value-positive tactic we immediately associate it to be. Chris details how to use rapport-building, observation, and emotional influence to positively affect the world around us and ge...2021-02-2255 minRethinking CommunicationEp 29: Stan Pearson | Do we truly understand what it means to be emotionally intelligent?Do we truly understand emotional intelligence, or has it become a hollow buzzword? That's the question I ask this week's guest, Stan Pearson. Stan is a keynote speaker, diversity coach, comedian, among many other titles and roles, and he has a heart for helping people explore their emotions, their desires, and their raw and messy feelings. This is one of the most thought-provoking conversations I've ever had, and you won't want to miss it! Connect with Stan on his website at https://www.stanpearson.com or at htt...2021-02-151h 02Rethinking CommunicationEp 28: Jen Poyant | Experimenting with your craft and passion to find what worksJen Poyant has built a storytelling career from behind the scenes. She's worked in Public Radio, on popular podcasts like Note to Self and 2 Dope Queens, and now is the Executive Product for 10 Percent Happier's podcasts. She also previously founded her own production company, Stable Genius Productions. Her perspective on storytelling, crafting a vision for what you want to say and how you want to say it, and how your intended audience might receive it, through the lens of a producer, is an interesting and relevant view on how we might ap...2021-02-0848 minRethinking CommunicationEp 27: Matt Gutman | Collecting experiences through talking to peopleThis week I welcome to the show one of the most recognizable figures in news reporting today, ABC News Chief National Correspondent Matt Gutman. Matt has been on the ground to report on some of the biggest events of our time in more than 40 countries, oftentimes in dangerous or scary situations. He does it all with one goal in mind: to talk to people to tell their stories and experiences so that the rest of the world can understand the circumstances. Connect with Matt on Instagram at htt...2021-02-0142 minRethinking CommunicationEp 26: Alex Perry | Having the confidence to stay in the struggleAlex Perry is a Speech Language Pathologist who for many years worked to help people who could not speak or had trouble speaking literally find their voices. Now, as the founder of her company, Practically Speaking (https://pswithalex.com), Alex takes her experiences in speech pathology to help others speak and share their stories with confidence. In our conversation, Alex and I discuss how to overcome fear of judgment and rejection and the feeling that you have nothing to say, especially when faced with conversations and situations that are a struggle fo...2021-01-2547 minRethinking CommunicationEp 25: Why wait?In this solo episode, I bring you my thoughts on the value and importance of waiting, and how pausing before we speak makes us more mature and more human.2021-01-1817 minRethinking CommunicationEp 24: Drew Davis | We stop paying attention when we have no more questionsMy guest this week, Drew Davis, helps me answer the questions: Do we have a curiosity problem as a society, and do we overcomplicate communication? Drew is a bestselling author and keynote speaker. He's built and sold a digital marketing agency, produced for NBC and worked for The Muppets, and is a transformational figure when it comes to communication, marketing, and making a message resonate. Check out Drew's work at www.akadrewdavis.com. 2021-01-1153 minRethinking CommunicationEp 23: Daniel Thompson | Peaceful doesn't mean quietNot long ago, Daniel Thompson was an editor at The Kenosha Times, and in the days following the shooting of Jacob Blake by a Kenosha police officer, Daniel was there to witness the unrest in Kenosha, which most of us saw in short clips on the news and social media. After a peaceful rally organized by the Blake family to call for justice, The Kenosha Times ran a story online covering the rally with a headline highlighting one speaker’s comments in particular: 'If you kill one of us, it’s time for us to kill...2020-12-211h 06Rethinking CommunicationEp 22: Neil Matthews | We've put more value in being right than being humanNeil Matthews is the host of the Other People's Shoes podcast, a show he created to open up a dialogue and have more conversations about what it means to practice empathy and see a situation from some else's perspective. And when combined with Neil's love of shoes, it makes total sense! For Neil, the heart of so much of what ails our society these days comes down to his belief that we've put more value in being right than in being human. Connect with Neil and listen to his show at ht...2020-12-1446 min
Beast Mode Kids#025 Adulting With... Michael Ashford - Host of the FitDad Fitness Podcast and being an inspiration to his kidsMichael Ashford is the host of the FitDad Fitness Podcast, he has been running his podcast for over three years now and has grown immensely in his fitness journey and his values. As a graduate of Kansas St. in Journalism he has a pure interest in people and their stories. Michael's podcast is more than just dads and more than just fitness. It is about individuals finding their way. Talking about the garbage that they had to do to get there and for some how fitness was a way for them to keep their focus on...2020-12-1444 minRethinking CommunicationEp 21: Chelsea Ursin | The value in exploring our messy emotionsToday's guest is Chelsea Ursin, the host of the Dear Young Rocker podcast. Dear Young Rocker is Chelsea’s audio memoir of what it was like to grow up with social anxiety as a teenager just looking to fit in and be cool. In DYR, She details her life experiences from middle school through college, and how finding the bass guitar and music helped her find the artist within herself. Chelsea and I explore the world of the teenage mind that none of us should forget, and what she has planned for...2020-12-0748 minRethinking CommunicationEp 20: Greg E. Hill | The people with the loudest voices don't always represent those who need a voiceThis week's guest, Greg Hill, is the host of the Minority Trailblazer podcast, where he interviews successful minorities in a variety of fields to educate, empower, and inspire current and future generations of leaders. He's also an author, an entrepreneur, a speaker, and a community organizer. In our conversation, Greg dives into why real change happens at the community level with the people you have individual relationships with, and how treating humans with respect and honor, being a man or woman of your word, and being around opinions that are different fr...2020-11-3041 minRethinking CommunicationEp 19: Dr. Liane Davey | Getting beneath the facts in an argumentDr. Liane Davey is known as the "teamwork doctor." She's a seasoned public speaker and the author of a couple of books, including “The Good Fight: Use Productive Conflict to Get Your Team and Organization Back on Track." I came across her when I found this quote of hers on LinkedIn: "The next time you’re tempted to dispute someone’s facts, save your breath. Instead, get beneath the facts by asking questions to expose what they feel and what they believe. Facts won’t solve fights.” Liane and I dive into how to...2020-11-231h 02Rethinking CommunicationEp 18: Robin Dreeke | Using non-judgmental curiosity to build relationships and trustThis week's guest, Robin Dreeke, is the former head of the FBI’s Behavioral Analysis Program. In his past role with the FBI, Robin strategized engagements and exchanges of resources with people who could offer the United States government valuable information — in short, he recruited spies. Robin and I of course dive right into the subject of what goes into recruiting an agent from a foreign government to flip, and we discuss how you don’t have to be recruiting spies to get value from Robin’s approach and technique in everyda...2020-11-1657 minRethinking CommunicationEp 17: Now what?This week is a solo episode in which I give my perspective and thoughts on where we go from here as a country and as a people? Listen to the end, where I've got four questions, plus a special fifth bonus question, to ask yourself this week. 2020-11-0929 minRethinking CommunicationEp 16: Harri Hursti | Ask 'is it true?' even when you like the messageAs the United States enters quite possibly its most tumultuous presidential election ever, I welcome hacker-for-good and election interference expert Harri Hursti to the show this week for a quick-hitting download on what to expect in the coming days and weeks. Among many other topics surrounding this year's election, I point-blank ask Harri: Is there any reason to believe the results of the election will be illegitimate. Listen for Harri's answer, plus so much more wisdom and insight. For a full transcript of this interview, go to www.thefollowupquestion.com/episodes/ep...2020-11-0227 minRethinking CommunicationEp 15: John Eldredge | How Christians should show up in a world gone madI welcome one of my favorite authors, John Eldredge, to the show this week to discuss a Christian's place in the world today. John, who is also a therapist, has written some of the most influential books on Christian life, manhood, and Jesus, and much of our conversation centers on how to respond to the challenges and sense of hopelessness that so many are feeling these days. Check out John's work at https://www.wildatheart.org.2020-10-2643 minRethinking CommunicationEp 14: Jakk Gerard | Be intentional in seeking the space to find yourselfAt the time of recording this interview, Jakk Gerard had worked out more than 1,100 days in a row. Even through COVID-19 shutdowns and quarantines, Jakk kept his remarkable workout streak intact. But for as remarkable as his exercise regimen has become, it is the story of perseverance and overcoming difficult life circumstances — from the death of his father to nearly taking his own life — that make Jakk's story truly inspiring. Connect with Jakk at https://instagram.com/jakk.gerard. 2020-10-1948 minRethinking CommunicationEp 13: Jonathan Ronzio | Resiliency, fear, speed, and unconventional possibilitiesSummarizing the scope of who Jonathan Ronzio is and what he has experienced is no small feat. He's the Chief Marketing Officer and Co-Founder of a startup called Trainual, he's the host of the Stokecast, he's a filmmaker, a musician and songwriter, and an adventurer. He's lived a life marked by instances where he bucked conventional wisdom and thinking and instead set out to tell a different narrative about life, and the result is a pretty fantastic journey up to this point. Check out Jonathan's work with Tra...2020-10-1258 minRethinking CommunicationEp 12: Michael Chernow | It's OK to change your mindMy guest this week is entrepreneur Michael Chernow, who came up through the restaurant industry in New York City and now has his sights set on the fitness and wellness space. Michael and I discuss his career, his daily habits, his podcast "Born or Made," and why he is insanely optimistic. Connect with Michael at https://instagram.com/michaelchernow.2020-10-051h 05Rethinking CommunicationEp 11: Wendy Behary | Empathy's role in understanding how to deal with narcissistsWendy Behary, author of the book Disarming the Narcissist: Surviving and Thriving with the Self-Absorbed, joins the show this week to dive into her practice and research in how to deal with the people around us whose inflated view of their place in the world leaves a wake of destruction and chaos. Wendy Behary is the founder and Director of The Cognitive Therapy Center of New Jersey and The Schema Therapy Institutes of NJ-NYC and DC. She has been training professionals and supervising psychotherapists for more than twenty years. Connect with We...2020-09-2856 minRethinking CommunicationEp 10: Teresa Abram | Every stroke tells a storyHave you ever considered what the words you write on a piece of paper tell others about your story, your life, your thoughts and feelings? My guest today specializes in exactly that. Teresa Abram is a graphologist studying a person's handwriting to assess their character, attitude, and experiences. Each person's handwriting style is as unique and distinct as their fingerprint, and its fascinating to hear what all we can learn from just a few pen strokes. Connect with Teresa on her website at https://www.handwritingpi.ca or...2020-09-2151 min
The Customer Experience Podcast96. 4 Steps to Better Storytelling w/ Michael AshfordCustomer experience is the emotions that a customer feels about your organization. The gateway to strengthening the positive emotions of your consumers is great storytelling. In this episode, I interview Michael Ashford, Director of Marketing at The Receptionist, about the importance of storytelling in marketing. Listen to Michael and I discuss... - What it means to build heroic content - Dos and don’ts of marking using car commercial examples - Donald Miller’s Building a StoryBrand - How storytelling begins with intentional listening Subscribe, listen, and rate/review the Customer Experience Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Play or Google Podc...2020-09-1553 minRethinking CommunicationEp 9: Rebecca Fleetwood Hession | Hold up the mirror and get curious about yourselfRebecca Fleetwood Hession is the CEO and Founder of We Thrive (https://wethrive.live/) and the host of the Badass Womens Council podcast. She's a business consultant helping women entrepreneurs and leaders grow and thrive in their roles, and she does it all with a message of being true to your authentic self and understanding that community, realness, and curiosity are the keys to success. Rebecca shares her thoughts on education, parenting, and being human in business in today's conversation, which is full of laughs and honest, bold advice. Check out Rebecca's podcast...2020-09-1450 minRethinking CommunicationEp 8: Jay Acunzo | Changing the story is changing peopleThis week's conversation with Jay Acunzo, founder of Marketing Showrunners and author of Break the Wheel, is one of my favorite interviews I've done to date. I got goosebumps when he says that it is healthier to say "I have questions" than it is to say "I have answers." Jay is as passionate about the art of storytelling and bucking perceived best practices as anyone I've come across, and he's dedicated his work to uncovering people and companies who do the same. Connect with Jay at https://twi...2020-09-0854 minRethinking CommunicationEp 7: Jeremy Ryan Slate | Clean hands, happy life — the importance of personal responsibilityJeremy Ryan Slate is the founder of the Create Your Own Life Podcast, a show to help people create life on their own terms. At the age of 19, Jeremy had a near-death experience as a routine surgery led him to receive last rites from a priest. He recovered and graduated with his masters degree into one of the worst job markets in history. When he finally landed his “dream job” as a teacher, he realized it was not what he wanted to be doing with his life. That's when the Create Your Own Life Podcast was b...2020-08-3147 minRethinking CommunicationEp 6: Jordan Harbinger | Ask experts and seek truthJordan Harbinger is one of the most well-known podcasters in the world, with one of the most listened-to shows, The Jordan Harbinger Show. He's been podcasting and doing interviews for more than 13 years, and over that time, he's interviews some of the biggest names in culture, as well as authors, scientists, researchers, and experts in hundreds of fields of study. In this episode, Jordan and I talk about the ins and outs of interviewing others to seek the truth and not simply validation of an unfounded opinion, as well as the am...2020-08-2453 minRethinking CommunicationEp 5: Tim Fitzgerald | How news reporting and opinion have intertwined and hurt journalismBack in college at Kansas State when I first changed my major from civil engineering to mass communications and journalism, I wanted to work for today's guest, Tim Fitzgerald. Tim operates the website, GoPowercat.com, and at the time he published a K-State sports magazine, Powercat Illustrated. I approached Tim to see if I could work for him, and he gave me advice that ultimately made me a much better writer. And eventually, I did end up working for Tim. Tim is a veteran journalist who has seen the industry go th...2020-08-1746 minRethinking CommunicationEp 4: Lindsay Tjepkema | In all things, ask who is it for and why are you doing it?Lindsay Tjepkema is the CEO and Co-Founder of Casted (https://casted.us/), a B2B podcasting platform. Getting Casted off and running is a bit of a unique story since Lindsay rose through the marketing ranks to become CEO rather than through the more traditional sales or operations routes. Lindsay's perspective is further heightened since she is a female CEO in the male-dominated B2B tech space, and understanding her experience is a critical viewpoint that needs to be heard. She's obviously a true believer in the power of podcasts, and as...2020-08-1050 minRethinking CommunicationEp 3: Jesse Newell | Be naturally curious and great stories will come from itJesse Newell is an award-winning sports writer as the University of Kansas athletics beat writer for the Kansas City Star and a former colleague of mine when he and I first got our start in journalism out of college at The Emporia Gazette in Emporia, Kan. Jesse is one of the best writers and storytellers I've ever met, and as a sports writer during a pandemic when no sports were happening, I was interested in hearing from him how he's finding new stories to tell. What has always stuck with me ab...2020-07-3053 minRethinking CommunicationEp 2: Dr. Kimetris Baltrip | Don't take for granted how much your voice mattersIn 2005, Dr. Kimetris Baltrip was named the student newspaper faculty advisor at Kansas State University amid a firestorm. A year prior, the Kansas State Collegian's former advisor, Ron Johnson, had been dismissed from his position. School administrators said Johnson was removed because of a decline in the overall quality of the newspaper. Student editors believed it was because the school was trying to control the content of the newspaper — a first amendment violation — after complaints arose from minority groups across campus accusing the paper of a lack of coverage. From Day 1, Dr. Baltrip, the student news...2020-07-271h 05
Dad Bod WOD PodcastHow Consistency is More Important Than Perfection with Michael Ashford of Fit Dad Fitness#021 - This week, I’m joined by guest co-host Michael Ashford of the Fit Dad Fitness podcast. Michael was actually my first guest back on Episode 002, entitled How Asking For Feedback Will Make You a Better Father and Husband, which I highly recommend you give a listen to, because in that conversation not only do you get to learn a ton about Michael, but we dive deep into how men often get in their own way and if we just set our egos aside and sought feedback more often, we’d be way better off. Michael is back...2020-07-211h 02