[ENTREPRENEURSHIP] Ep. 476 Purpose, Play & Building Impact with Yanik Silver

  This week, Ash is joined by visionary entrepreneur Yanik Silver for a thought-provoking conversation on purpose, creativity, and redefining success. Known for his playful and unconventional approach to business, Yanik opens up about answering his “cosmic alarm clock,” his journey of aligning work with true gifts, and how projects like the Cosmic Journal and Maverick 1000 inspire entrepreneurs worldwide to create meaningful impact. Ash also reflects on his own evolution, from early challenges in digital marketing to founding Wise Whisper, a speaking agency designed to amplify unique voices.   Together, Ash and Yanik explore how personal growth, curiosity, and alignment with values fuel both entrepreneurial success and personal fulfillment. They discuss tools like the Enneagram and human design for self-discovery, the importance of integrating purpose into your career, and how unconventional thinking and experimentation spark innovation. The conversation also highlights the power of mentorship, community, and play in building mission-driven ventures that balance passion with practicality. Yanik’s wisdom reminds us that business can be both joyful and impactful when rooted in authenticity and purpose.   In This Episode, You’ll Learn: How Yanik Silver aligned his entrepreneurial path with his deeper purpose. Why initiatives like Maverick 1000 and the Cosmic Journal inspire global impact. The role of curiosity and self-discovery in shaping career choices. How tools like the Enneagram and human design foster alignment. Why mentorship, community, and experimentation are vital for growth. How to balance play, creativity, and practicality in business. Ways to build purpose-driven ventures that create lasting joy and impact.   Visit shopify.com/youturn and only pay $1 for your first month's trial.   Connect with Yanik Silver   Daily Newsletter: 1000sunsparks.com Evolved Enterprise: https://yaniksilver.com/evolved-enterprise/ The Cosmic Journal: https://www.amazon.com/Cosmic-Journal-Yanik-Silver/dp/140195913X   Connect with Ash: https://www.instagram.com/ashleystahl/ Want to become a professional speaker and skyrocket your personal brand?  Ashley’s team at Wise Whisper Agency offers a done-with-you method to get your signature talk written and booked and it's helped more than 100 clients onto the TEDx stage! Head over to WiseWhisperAgency.com/speak  

This week, Ash is joined by entrepreneur and business leader Aria Devi for an inspiring conversation about entrepreneurship, sales, and building a life of alignment. Aria shares her journey from the fast-paced streets of LA to Austin, where she created a global wellness sales organization and a thriving recruiting agency. She opens up about burnout, the power of pivoting toward health, and how aligning business growth with personal fulfillment is the key to lasting success. Together, Ash and Aria dive into scaling strategies, sales processes, and team management while exploring how love and alignment can dissolve fear and limiting beliefs. They reflect on the importance of resilience, detaching from outcomes, and embracing discomfort as a catalyst for growth. The conversation also touches on spirituality and relationships, with practices like “the living practice” and Sanskrit chanting helping to manage triggers, find clarity, and balance personal challenges with professional success. In This Episode, You’ll Learn: How Aria Devi built global businesses while creating balance. Why aligning growth with fulfillment drives long-term success. The role of sales processes and team management in scaling. How working from love diminishes fear and limiting beliefs. Tools for managing triggers through spiritual practices. Why resilience and detachment from outcomes fuel growth. How to integrate business success with inner peace.   Visit shopify.com/youturn and only pay $1 for your first month's trial. Connect with Aria Devi My book: https://www.amazon.com/Other-Woman-Novel-Aria-Devi-ebook/dp/B0F1HF3C5W My tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ariadevibooks My iG: https://www.instagram.com/ariadevibooks   Living practice meditation Long: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wanter-dynamics-the-love-we-are/id1828455729?i=1000718693161   Living practice meditation Short: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wanter-dynamics-the-love-we-are/id1828455729?i=1000718693278 Chanting links:  https://open.spotify.com/album/7IpjoDek6NS9ojaAousWdr?si=9iJLXDBaTOWnEpfy7rPAyQ https://open.spotify.com/album/2hPqNYpG4xduIkHU9GeQmg   Connect with Ash: https://www.instagram.com/ashleystahl/ Want to become a professional speaker and skyrocket your personal brand?  Ashley’s team at Wise Whisper Agency offers a done-with-you method to get your signature talk written and booked and it's helped more than 100 clients onto the TEDx stage! Head over to WiseWhisperAgency.com/speak  

This week, Ash is joined by bestselling author and speaker Amber Rae for a raw and inspiring conversation about self-discovery, love, and the courage to live authentically. Amber opens up about leaving a seemingly perfect marriage that lacked true connection, her bold move to Mexico, and the experiences that shaped her latest memoir, Lovable. Her story reminds us that growth often comes through messy, nonlinear choices and facing truths we’d rather avoid. Together, Ash and Amber explore how childhood coping mechanisms and societal pressures shape our relationships and decisions. They discuss the pull between meeting others’ expectations and honoring our own needs, and why intuition is essential in reconciling past and present versions of ourselves. They also highlight how transparency and honesty can transform both personal and professional connections. The conversation dives into attraction, compatibility, and the ways past traumas impact adult relationships. Ash and Amber reflect on conflict resolution, daily routines, and recognizing incompatibility as acts of courage and growth. Amber also shares how writing and reflection help heal generational patterns, offering tools to break cycles and create more fulfilling relationships. In This Episode, You’ll Learn: How Amber Rae confronted uncomfortable truths and embraced change. Why childhood coping mechanisms shape adult relationships. The role of intuition in balancing who we were with who we’re becoming. How transparency and honesty foster deeper connections. Ways trauma and conflict resolution affect attraction and compatibility. Why daily routines matter in sustaining healthy love. The power of writing and reflection in breaking generational cycles.. Connect with Amber Rae Loveable | A Memoir by Amber Rae: https://www.amberrae.com/loveable Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heyamberrae/?hl=en Website: https://www.amberrae.com/ Connect with Ash: https://www.instagram.com/ashleystahl/ Want to become a professional speaker and skyrocket your personal brand?  Ashley’s team at Wise Whisper Agency offers a done-with-you method to get your signature talk written and booked and it's helped more than 100 clients onto the TEDx stage! Head over to WiseWhisperAgency.com/speak  

This week, Ash is joined by Chase Chewning, former military intelligence specialist, wellness entrepreneur, and host of Ever Forward Radio, for an inspiring conversation about resilience, reinvention, and what it really means to live with purpose. After a career-ending injury shifted his trajectory, Chase transformed his path from the military to the world of health, fitness, and entrepreneurship, building a podcast that has reached over 7 million downloads. He opens up about the lessons he’s learned along the way, from raising a trilingual son with his Iranian American wife to balancing the ever-evolving demands of fatherhood, wellness, and creative entrepreneurship. His story is one of adaptability and grit, showing how unexpected challenges can spark entirely new opportunities. Together, Ash and Chase explore the power of storytelling in both business and life, unpacking the ways podcasting blends preparation with instinct and how staying authentic in a crowded space creates lasting impact. They also dive deep into wellness, discussing how Chase shifted from fear-driven training due to old injuries into a more balanced lifestyle that embraces yoga, mobility, meditation, and sleep as non-negotiables. With candid reflections on burnout, creative growth, and humanizing content, Chase shares how entrepreneurs can expand their reach while remaining grounded in their values. This episode offers inspiration and practical takeaways for anyone navigating personal transformation, launching a passion-driven business, or striving to align health, work, and family.   In This Episode, You’ll Learn: How Chase transformed a military-ending injury into a thriving wellness career. Why authenticity is the most powerful tool in podcasting and entrepreneurship. The balance between preparation and curiosity in creating engaging content. How to avoid burnout and navigate creative growth with intention. Why sustainable wellness means blending strength with mobility, recovery, and sleep. The art of humanizing your message to build deeper connections with your audience.   Visit shopify.com/youturn and only pay $1 for your first month's trial.   Connect with Chase Chewning Ever Forward Radio - Chase Chewning: https://chasechewning.com/podcasts Operation Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/1ZmLOHW5yMLlz11ae9QFCY Website: https://chasechewning.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chase_chewning/?hl=en   Connect with Ash: https://www.instagram.com/ashleystahl/ Want to become a professional speaker and skyrocket your personal brand?  Ashley’s team at Wise Whisper Agency offers a done-with-you method to get your signature talk written and booked and it's helped more than 100 clients onto the TEDx stage! Head over to WiseWhisperAgency.com/speak  

This week, Ash is joined by Eleanor Beaton, founder of Safi Media, for an empowering and inspiring conversation about women in business, bold leadership, and what it takes to scale with purpose. Eleanor shares her mission to double the number of women entrepreneurs who cross the million-dollar revenue mark by 2030 and explains why this milestone matters not just financially, but for the ripple effect it creates in families and communities. Drawing on her Fijian ancestry, Eleanor brings a fresh perspective to leadership as an act of creation, expression, and unapologetic power, offering wisdom for women ready to step fully into their potential. Together, Ash and Eleanor dive into the realities of building high-growth teams, from hiring with intention to creating a team ethos that aligns with company systems and values. Eleanor introduces her “three G’s”, good heart, grit, and gift as essential traits for any thriving team and highlights the importance of onboarding and role clarity to ensure loyalty and success. They also unpack the cognitive load carried by the “independent woman” ideal, the art of delegation, and the barriers women face in embracing power without apology. This episode is packed with insights for women who want to grow profitable, purpose-driven businesses while creating lasting impact.   In This Episode, You’ll Learn: Why scaling women-led businesses creates ripple effects in communities. How to identify and hire team members with the “three G’s.” The importance of onboarding and aligning roles with company systems. What it means to lead as an act of bold creation and expression. How to release the pressure of the “independent woman” ideal. Why unapologetically holding power is key to women’s entrepreneurial success. Visit shopify.com/youturn and only pay $1 for your first month's trial. Connect with Eleanor Beaton Website: https://safimedia.co/ Woman Owned Podcast: https://safimedia.co/womanownedpodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/eleanorbeaton/?hl=en Connect with Ash: https://www.instagram.com/ashleystahl/ Want to become a professional speaker and skyrocket your personal brand?  Ashley’s team at Wise Whisper Agency offers a done-with-you method to get your signature talk written and booked and it's helped more than 100 clients onto the TEDx stage! Head over to WiseWhisperAgency.com/speak  

This week, Ash is joined by Lindsey Strong, founder of Designer Genes Co, for an eye-opening conversation about the power of genetic testing, personalized health, and the rising role of peptides in modern wellness. Lindsey shares her own health journey and explains how DNA testing provides a far more complete picture than traditional blood work, uncovering everything from food sensitivities to hormonal pathways. Together, they explore how understanding genetic predispositions can transform wellness into a proactive and intentional practice rather than a reactive one. The discussion also dives into the often-overlooked roles of histamines and peptides. Lindsey explains how histamines impact not just allergies but also brain chemistry, sleep, and anxiety, particularly in the wake of COVID. She then demystifies peptides, small amino acid chains that play a key role in healing and recovery while cutting through the hype to share their real benefits and safe uses. By combining peptide therapy with DNA-based insights, Lindsey shows how listeners can embrace a holistic approach to health, reclaim energy, and create lasting balance.   In This Episode, You’ll Learn: Why genetic testing reveals deeper health insights than traditional blood tests. How DNA data can guide personalized wellness plans. The surprising role histamines play in mood, sleep, and post-COVID health. What peptides are, how they work, and why media myths often miss the mark. Strategies for safely incorporating peptides into your health routine. How DNA testing and peptide therapy together create a holistic path to optimal wellness.   Visit shopify.com/youturn and only pay $1 for your first month's trial. Connect with Lindsey Strong Website: https://thedesignergenesco.com/genomics Body by Design Blueprint: https://thedesignergenesco.com/bbd Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedesignergenesco/   Connect with Ash: https://www.instagram.com/ashleystahl/ Want to become a professional speaker and skyrocket your personal brand?  Ashley’s team at Wise Whisper Agency offers a done-with-you method to get your signature talk written and booked and it's helped more than 100 clients onto the TEDx stage! Head over to WiseWhisperAgency.com/speak  

This week, Ash is joined by Arielle Ford, love alchemist and best-selling author, for a heartfelt conversation about love, intimacy, and what it takes to create thriving relationships. Arielle shares her view of love as an art form, reminding us that each person is the artist of their own experiences. She reads a moving poem that frames love as a choice and daily practice, rooted in forgiveness, commitment, and truth-telling. Together, they explore the challenges of modern relationships, from choosing generous partners to navigating the decline of intimacy in today’s culture, and the importance of building emotional and physical safety. The conversation highlights Wabi Sabi Love, the practice of finding beauty in imperfections and embracing quirks with creativity instead of expecting change. With insights from relationship experts like John Gottman and Harville Hendrix, Arielle and Ash discuss early warning signs of unhealthy dynamics, the need for value alignment, and why compromise, not efficiency is the foundation of lasting connection. They also explore how communication, truth-telling, and a willingness to forgive are essential for sustaining long-term love. Listeners are introduced to practices like “feelingizations” and reminded of the Harvard study proving that love and friendship not money or fame are the strongest predictors of happiness and longevity. The episode closes with a spotlight on Arielle’s new novel, The Love Thief, a romantic spiritual thriller that brings her wisdom on love to life in a fast-paced, engaging story. In This Episode, You’ll Learn: Why love is both an art form and a daily practice. The role of forgiveness, truth, and commitment in lasting relationships. How to recognize deal breakers and red flags early on. The beauty of Wabi Sabi Love and embracing imperfections. Why communication and compromise matter more than efficiency. Insights from experts on warning signs of relationship struggles. How love and friendship not money are key to a fulfilling life.   Visit shopify.com/youturn and only pay $1 for your first month's trial. Connect with Arielle Ford Order The Love Thief Book here: https://www.arielleford.com/the-love-thief/ Website: https://www.arielleford.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/arielleford_author/?hl=en Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ArielleFordFanPage/   Connect with Ash: https://www.instagram.com/ashleystahl/ Want to become a professional speaker and skyrocket your personal brand?  Ashley’s team at Wise Whisper Agency offers a done-with-you method to get your signature talk written and booked and it's helped more than 100 clients onto the TEDx stage! Head over to WiseWhisperAgency.com/speak

This week, Ash is joined by Bill and Theresa Armour, the visionary founders of Burke Williams Spa and pioneers in bringing European-style spa sophistication to the United States. Bill and Theresa share their inspiring journey from newlyweds to entrepreneurs, reflecting on the challenges, sacrifices, and lessons that shaped their mission of creating a sanctuary for healing and restoration. They open up about the importance of aligning personal and business values, the role of faith and family in guiding decisions, and how their shared vision has grown into a multi-location brand that impacts lives far beyond its walls. But that’s just the beginning. Together, they explore the realities of running a business as a couple, from balancing different personalities to navigating client demands, hiring with intention, and leading through crises like the 2008 recession and the COVID-19 pandemic. With candor and wisdom, Bill and Theresa reveal how vulnerability, resilience, and purpose-driven leadership can sustain both a thriving company and a meaningful life.   In This Episode, You’ll Learn: How Bill and Theresa transformed a dream into one of America’s most renowned spa brands. Why aligning personal values with business goals creates lasting success. Strategies for navigating entrepreneurship as a couple with different strengths. How to hire and develop employees with a focus on growth and adaptability. Lessons in resilience from weathering economic downturns and industry challenges. Why purpose, family, and faith are essential to building a lasting legacy. Visit shopify.com/youturn and only pay $1 for your first month's trial.     Connect with Bill and Theresa Armour Website: https://www.burkewilliams.com/ Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/burke_williams/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BurkeWilliamsSpa Connect with Ash: https://www.instagram.com/ashleystahl/ Want to become a professional speaker and skyrocket your personal brand?  Ashley’s team at Wise Whisper Agency offers a done-with-you method to get your signature talk written and booked and it's helped more than 100 clients onto the TEDx stage! Head over to WiseWhisperAgency.com/speak  

This week, Ash is joined by Allie Mazur, the founder of Beyond Herpes, for a deeply moving and empowering conversation about navigating life with genital herpes, redefining self-worth, and cultivating healthy relationships through vulnerability and truth. Allie shares her personal experience of contracting HSV-1 genitally at 23, a time when her values, identity, and sense of belonging were turned upside down. Through heartbreak, fear, and silence, she found the courage to speak out and build a global platform dedicated to dismantling shame, educating others, and showing that life after diagnosis can be full of connection, intimacy, and joy. But the episode goes far beyond herpes. Ash and Allie dive into the emotional weight of societal stigma, the nuances of disclosure, and the path toward radical self-acceptance. From navigating dating with authenticity to breaking toxic relationship cycles, Allie offers tools that can transform not only your relationship with your body but also your approach to communication, intimacy, and empowerment. If you’ve ever struggled with shame, feared rejection, or felt alone in your health journey, this episode will remind you of your strength, your voice, and your right to love and be loved, just as you are. In This Episode, You’ll Learn: How Allie turned a life-altering diagnosis into a movement of empowerment and education. The truth about HSV-1 and HSV-2, and how common herpes actually is. How to navigate herpes disclosures with potential partners with confidence and clarity. Strategies for managing outbreaks, reducing triggers, and supporting your immune system naturally. How to rewrite your sexual values and boundaries after a diagnosis. Why shame thrives in silence and how to reclaim your power by speaking your truth.   Visit shopify.com/youturn and only pay $1 for your first month's trial.   Connect with Allie Mazur   Website: https://www.livebeyondherpes.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/allie_beyond/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alliemazur/ Connect with Ash: https://www.instagram.com/ashleystahl/ Want to become a professional speaker and skyrocket your personal brand?  Ashley’s team at Wise Whisper Agency offers a done-with-you method to get your signature talk written and booked and it's helped more than 100 clients onto the TEDx stage! Head over to WiseWhisperAgency.com/speak  

This week, Ash is joined by Danielle Sabrina, founder of Society22 PR and a leading voice in brand strategy and media relations, for a powerful conversation on resilience, storytelling, and building a standout personal brand. Danielle shares her inspiring journey, from high school dropout and teen mom to financial advisor and eventually, PR powerhouse. Her story is a masterclass in grit, reinvention, and using life’s toughest moments as fuel for long-term success. Ash and Danielle explore how personal adversity can be a gateway to discovering your unique voice and how that voice can be leveraged to shape your narrative and career. Danielle shares behind-the-scenes strategies for crafting compelling pitches, getting featured in major media, and using thought leadership to drive business growth. Ash also opens up about her own viral campaign turned media story, offering real-life proof of how purpose-driven storytelling can open doors you never imagined. If you're looking to build credibility, amplify your voice, and take control of your brand's presence, this episode is filled with actionable tools you won’t want to miss. In This Episode, You’ll Learn: How Danielle turned early life adversity into entrepreneurial fuel. Why storytelling is the most powerful PR tool you have. How to craft pitches that actually capture media attention. The do’s and don’ts of thought leadership and building trust with your audience. Practical ways to refine your social media presence and elevate your brand image. How to use PR to land big opportunities like getting into major retailers. Why investing in your personal brand is essential in today’s market. Visit shopify.com/youturn and only pay $1 for your first month's trial. Connect with Danielle Sabrina   Website: https://www.society22pr.com/ Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/daniellesabrina7/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/society22pr/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/daniellesabrinaofficial/ Connect with Ash: https://www.instagram.com/ashleystahl/ Want to become a professional speaker and skyrocket your personal brand?  Ashley’s team at Wise Whisper Agency offers a done-with-you method to get your signature talk written and booked and it's helped more than 100 clients onto the TEDx stage! Head over to WiseWhisperAgency.com/speak