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From Fashion School to Full-Time Cosplay: Ashlynne Dae on Choosing Passion Over Stability (Recorded at Nightmare Weekend Chicago)
In this episode of Conversations That Count, host David Shaft interviews cosplay icon Ashlynne Dae, live from Nightmare Weekend Chicago by GalaxyCon. Ashlynne shares how she went from graduating at the top of her fashion class to leaving the traditional industry behind â to pursue cosplay full-time.
đ What Youâll Hear:
Ashlynneâs leap from fashion to full-time cosplayThe early days of making costumes without knowing what cosplay wasHow to push forward when family and friends donât understand your pathThe power of finding a supportive community through conventionsHow dressing like your favorite character can unlock real confidenceAshlynneâs Challenge to You:Attend a con that excites you. Talk to five new people. And see what happens when you follow your curiosity instead of your comfort zone.This episode is packed with heart, humor, and a reminder that youâre allowed to rewrite the rules.
đ§ Listen now â and take your first step toward something that actually feels like you.
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In this episode we talk with Corey and Katie about everything from stable business partnerships to holding ourselves accountable. These are both legends in the cosmetology industry.
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In this episode we talk about the value of networking and how to do it while properly building long term connections. Cathey does a great job outlining the way to grow your network while sustaining it. THIS IS ALSO THE RETURN OF CATHEY who is a STAPLE in our show!
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In this episode we talk about finding our passion and not just a hobby. Oftentimes we never fully commit to anything because we are so afraid of failing that we never truly go all in. Candy has a superpower where when she does something she always commits to it fully.
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@thebalaylama
https://sunlightspro.com
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In this episode we talk about how important it is to understand where our time is going and how with a little bit of help we can make a lot of progress. Nicole does a great job helping her clients feel heard while still helping them understand where they can improve. We also talk about the 4 pillars of life; Health, Wealth, Relationship and Fulfillment. Nicole practices what she preaches so she's worth working with.
Nicole is the backbone of Salon Cadenceâs operations, bringing her passion for service and strategic problem-solving to the team. Nicole ensures seamless communication with a passion for problem-solving. She manages social media, member engagement, and expert calls, helping salon owners optimize their potential. Nicole is dedicated to helping female entrepreneurs grow and scale their businesses, by providing them with the tools and support they need to launch, scale, and succeed in their businesses. Her operational expertise ensures that Salon Cadence members receive the highest level of service and support.
To learn more about Nicole, please visit:
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@saloncadence
Profit First for Salons: Transform Your Salon Business from a Cash-Eating Monster to a Money-Making MachineTo learn more, visit:
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In this episode we discuss what it means to share your legacy in everything that you do. We also talk about how sometimes the biggest challenge is overcoming the fear of challenge.
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In this episode we go over some of the best kept secrets by dating coaches around the world. The tips that we go over translate well into every industry.
Jordan is a dating coach who helps men take meaningful control over their dating lives. He teaches men to become attractive, meet high quality women, and run healthy relationships.
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This episode is all about remembering that there are endless opportunities out there and the importance of reminding ourselves of it. This is the last week we will not have a guest on the show for quite a while so take it in while you can.
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In this episode we talk about the importance of the things we say to ourselves. We discuss how important talking to ourselves positively is. It is crucial that we are always speaking about life and love to ourselves no matter what. Always ask yourself, would I talk to the person I love the most like this?
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In this episode we define success based on our Season 2 episodes so far. This episode is a success recap of previous episodes and how we need to plan our life around who we want to be. The takeaways are to start a vision board and then describe a perfect day in what you would consider your perfect life.
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In this episode we talk about manifesting and growth. We go over challenging our belief systems as well as defining what is truly important to us in terms of success.
Check out the Conversaytions Podcast as well!
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In this episode we talk about how passions really do pay off. Stefano and his 2 partners are pursuing a passion that makes them truly happy while bringing car lovers from all around the world. We highlight the love of cars in Detroit outside of the major companies and instead what our cars mean to the people of our city.
Stefano Troiani, owner of Modded Detroit. Stefano is one of the owners in the largest car club in Detroit. He has a passion for cars and community with the goal of building their car club even larger bringing people together from around the world.
To learn more about Modded Detroit, please visit:
detroitautoshow.com/modded-detroit
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In this episode we dive into the Detroit car scene and so much that it has to offer to everyone. Dustin talks about how his goal is to provide a space where the Detroit car community can come together in a safe and inclusive space. The plan is to open in May 2025 to kick off the summer!
Dustin is opening a premier event space for racing cars in Detroit. His goal is to bring together the car community that he loves so much.
All of his links are below and you can get involved as well!
Instagram: getsideways.co
Website: getsideways.co
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In this episode we recap all of our takeaways from the Detroit Auto Show and how we found our interviewees. Savanna joins as a guest co-host sharing what her thoughts and takeaways were from the episode.
To learn more about Savanna, please visit:
Spotify
Apple Music
Instagram
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Hey friends, itâs David Shaft! After some soul-searching and travels, Iâm back with a fresh perspective. This year, weâre going deeperâbeyond careers and businessâto uncover what truly drives people: their passions, struggles, and authentic selves.
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This is a quick episode where I just want to remind everyone how important it is that progress is often just staying the course. We don't need to always have some kind of crazy life event happening, if the course we are on is the one that leads to success then we need to stay on that path.
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This episode is action packed as we go over being innovative and efficient. Judah Bergman, Co-Founder & President of Joobaby does a great job of discussing the early days and getting Joolbaby's first product off of the ground by finding an empty space in the market. We then go through the episode learning more about how he had a vision, built the vision, shipped the vision and where that long term vision needs to go.
Judah Bergman, the visionary Founder and President of Jool Baby, embarked on his entrepreneurial journey in 2015 driven by a simple yet profound needâto ensure his son's safety without compromising the aesthetic of his home. This pursuit led to the creation of adhesive cabinet locks with a magnetic key, marking the inception of Jool Baby. Judah's vision was clear: to provide easy-to-use, hassle-free, and visually pleasing solutions to the everyday challenges faced by parents.
Drawing on his e-commerce background, Judah skillfully launched the cabinet locks on Amazon, sparking further exploration in the baby industry. Guided by a customer-centric philosophy, he transformed Jool Baby from a single-product venture into a respected brand, featuring award-winning, patented products that address diverse parental needs with innovative solutions. Taking the company from an omni-channel presence to major retailers such as Target, Walmart, and Babylist, Judah aspires to make Baby Jool a globally recognized baby brand. His commitment to customer satisfaction is evident in his relentless dedication to improving lives through thoughtful product design. Meeting individuals expressing their love for Jool Baby products fuels his passion, emphasizing the brand's impact on keeping families safe and surpassing industry standards.
Navigating a career path marked by multiple pivots and challenges, Judah transitioned from a solo entrepreneur to co-founding Jool Baby with Isaac Sultan. Their millennial and Gen Z perspective has allowed them to understand and address contemporary parenting challenges, disrupting traditional players in the industry. One such disruptor is the Jool Baby Folding Potty Seat, offering a portable and stable solution for potty training. Its design, including suction cups for stability, caters to parents' needs while traveling, providing a secure environment for toddlers, and allowing families to venture out confidently.
Joolbaby links:
Website: https://joolbaby.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/joolbaby/
Judahâs LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/judah-bergman/
Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/stores/page/5ED357B4-CB69-4528-B72D-0882EA936C34/
IG: https://www.instagram.com/joolbaby/
FB: https://www.facebook.com/joolbaby/
TT: https://www.tiktok.com/@joolbaby
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This is a shorter episode where I just want to remind everyone how important purpose is in everything we do. As the Cambridge dictionary defines it "an intention or aim; a reason for doing something or for allowing something to happen." It is so important that everything going on in our lives aligns with our purpose and who we want to be.
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This episode we meet a gentleman on the course of Fox Hills. We talk about the area and I think it is a great example of how there is an opportunity to have awesome conversations all around us. Life is all about connecting with new and interesting people everyday.
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In this episode we talk about how important it is to find a great mentor and to connect with those around us. It takes a village to build something great and achieve a dream. Cathy shares her 30 years of experience and how it began with others being kind enough to give to her as well as give her the flexibility to grow.
Cathy Pedulla has more than 30 yearsâ experience in the professional beauty industry as a top colorist, stylist, make-up artist, salon owner, educator, business strategist and brand builder. Her expertise, passion and knowledge of the industry are dynamic. She has been featured in âWâ, Modern Salon Magazine, Launchpad, American Salon, Sophisticated Styles,Salon News, and other industry publications.
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https://www.cathypedulla.com/To learn more, visit:
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