The Ambitious Chick

In this episode, I talk to Christi Cooper, owner of Cooper and Heart Creative. Christi is a web designer & brand strategist helping ambitious experts and coaches attract more leads and create more impact with strategic, personality-packed design they LOVE. Christi shares how she transitioned from working for a design agency to running her own business. She shares how the business has impacted her life as a mom, gives us advice on what to focus on when building our websites and highlights the importance of mastering our mindset when building a business. Connect with Christi: https://cooperandheart.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/christi-cooper/ https://www.instagram.com/cooperandheart/

In this episode of the Ambitious Chick Podcast, Tamara interviews Ashima Sharma, an AI consultant and founder of Ayuka Consulting. Ashima shares her journey from various senior roles in the tech industry to taking a Leap of Faith to start her own consulting company. She discusses how her extensive experience in data modernization and transformation organically led her to focus on AI solutions. Ashima provides insight into working with high-regulated industries like banking and healthcare, the importance of change management, and ethical AI implementation. She also shares practical tips for small businesses on leveraging AI tools for content generation, automation, and financial management. Ashima's message emphasizes the importance of relationships, continuous learning, and the potential for AI to significantly improve administrative efficiency and healthcare diagnostics. She encourages women to go after your dream and create an impact. To overcome fear, take the leap into entrepreneurship, and actively participate in the evolving AI landscape.Ashima Sharma is an action focused leader with exceptional consultation and leadership skills. Ashima excels at driving change, developing teams, leading technical transformations, complex SaaS implementations, and achieving proven results. Ashima has held VP and Senior Director roles in Information Technology with multiple fortune 500 organizations. Her expertise is in the field of Program Leadership, AI Strategy, Application Development, Digital Transformation, Agile Development, Organizational Change Management and Business Analysis. After 20 years in the corporate IT world, Ashima owns and runs her own consulting company called Ayuka LLC (www.ayukaconsulting.com). Ayuka Consulting helps clients with AI Implementation, AI Strategy and Data Readiness. Ashima’s passion is to help individuals understand and navigate change from technical transformations ensuring long term sustainability and adoption of technology. Embracing change enables organizations and individuals to thrive, fostering a cultural shift that drives organizational success. With Organizational Change Management best practices in mind, Ashima manages highly complex technical transformations, including AI Implementation & Integration, Cloud Migrations, Modern Data Management, ERP implementation and product / application development with a human centered approach.She is a Certified Project Management Professional (PMP), Agile Certified Professional (ACP), Microsoft Certified Professional, Prosci Certified Change Practitioner and Certified Scrum Master. Ashima has worked in Fintech, Banking and Healthcare industries, focusing on achieving operational efficiencies across IT and business. Ashima volunteers in the community for women and children’s causes. She serves on PMI local chapter as President Elect. Ashima’s leadership philosophy is to count her successes by making value added contributions to community and individuals. Ashima is a mom of two, a junior at the University of Cincinnati, and a sophomore in High School. She enjoys reading, cooking, and traveling.00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome00:13 Ashima's Background and Career Journey00:40 Starting Ayuka Consulting01:36 Choosing AI as a Niche02:37 Clientele and Industry Focus04:25 Challenges and Opportunities in AI06:19 Favorite AI Tools and Applications07:25 AI in Data Management16:40 Impact of AI on Small Businesses21:25 Advice for Aspiring Entrepreneurs22:45 Future Plans and Closing RemarksConnect with Ashima:https://www.linkedin.com/company/ayukaconsulting/posts/?feedView=all&viewAsMember=truewww.ayukaconsulting.com

Today's session is about imposter syndrome. In working with my clients, I see imposter syndrome show up so often. I hate how it tricks us into doubting what we are capable of and how we allow it to hold us back. Today I want to share 7 tips with you so you can stop fearing that you are going to be exposed as a fraud and settling for less than you deserve! First, I think it is important that you know that we all feel imposter syndrome sometimes. It is just a method that our brains use to try to keep us safe. Our fears are often stored in our subconscious minds so we can be completely unaware of it in our heads. Our subconscious is so scared of change. It would rather have you keep doing the same thing tomorrow as you did yesterday – since that seemed to work in keeping you alive. This is why it is important for us to really understand what is happening so that we can work to overcome it. When the imposter syndrome shows up- remember that it is not real! It is just your subconscious trying to protect you AND You get to choose to not listen!

In this episode, I interview Coach JessieT on how to overcome your limiting beliefs and heal your way to high preformance!  Are you ready for the next level?  Connect with Coach JessieT on TikTok & Instagram: @coachjessiet  or www.jessietllc.com/workwithme Email: jessie@jessietllc.com Join her January 30th workshop at: transformationalcoachingmasterclass.eventbrite.com Want a free coaching session? Just mention that you listened to the episode!!

This episode is FIRE! I am so excited, I could not wait to share this one with you! On today's episode I talk to Dr. Michelle Scoggins, a licensed clinical psychologist, business mentor, author, speaker and amazing human. I really enjoyed this discussion and cannot wait for her next book to come out! She has over 12 years of experience as a therapist, 5 years as a business owner and over 15 years overall in mental health. She has created a multi-six figure business from scratch which has fueled her love to help entrepreneurs through the struggles in business. The definition of tough being a veteran of the United States Air Force, Dr. Scoggins has never accepted the answer of “no” or “I can’t.” At the young age of 21 she answered the call of duty and headed to the Middle East and like so many veterans had to push past the fear and do it anyway. Through her life journey she has found her true love and calling which is speaking courage into her audience by helping them see how they too can push beyond their own fear and create unimaginable success. Dr. Scoggins knows the power of confidence in concert with nervous system regulation as she is an expert on human development and psychology. For years she has helped her own clients in a very human manner emerge through fear and live as the person they have always wanted to be. In addition to her clinical work, coaching business and speaking, Dr. Scoggins has co-authored 2 international best selling books expressing her life journey as a trauma survivor and her success in business. She also has a short e-book teaching simple tips on how to go from 9-5 to entrepreneur. On the horizon is her upcoming book that is scheduled to be released June 2023 detailing Dr. Scoggin’s expert opinion and real life experience as the family black sheep and how she turned this into her legacy and success. Dr. Scoggins is a wife and mother of 5 children and 5 grandchildren. She enjoys relaxing mornings with her husband and a cup of coffee. Most days she finds comfort meditating, praying, journaling and going to the gym before the work day starts. She has coined Diva Days where she takes one day during the week that is work and stress free and she enjoys the day how she sees fit. Most importantly, when you meet Dr. Scoggins you will immediately feel like you’ve known her all your life as her personality is simply inviting. She will be your ride or die when she recognizes your God given gift! Connect with her at: https://www.youtube.com/drmscoggins https://instagram.com/drmscoggins https://www.facebook.com/drmscoggins https://www.twitter.com/drmscoggins https://www.tiktok.com/@drmscoggins

Happy New Year! Today is the first day of 2023 and I am SO HAPPY you are here with me! I remember watching the Secret around 2006 and learning about the Law of Attraction for the first time.  Do you believe that Universal Law exists that allow us to change our lives? That we are creating our own lives in every minute of every day with our thoughts – both our conscious and subconscious thoughts? Today I discuss how you can focus on positive outcomes and attract them into your life this year.  Are you ready to harness the power of the law of attraction and pull our dreams to you in 2023? Let's Go!

When you discover your strengths you can use them to accelerate your success. Using your strengths in your work each day also leads to being happier in your work and who doesn't want that, right? I hope you are excited to take the Strengths Assessment for yourself and that you love it as much as I do! When you are done, share your strengths with me! I would love to hear what your superpowers are!

In the U.S. educational system, we are taught to choose a career based on what we see others doing around us. We are expected to find a career outside of ourselves. Very early in childhood, we are asked what we want to be when we grow up. A doctor? A lawyer? A teacher? What your parent does for a living? We are given lists of career examples and areas of study to choose from. It is no wonder that so many of us live decades of our lives without finding out what makes us happy. In Japan, they believe very differently. They believe that our Ikigai is hidden deep inside us and requires an internal search to discover. Ikigai is a Japanese word describing a reason for being. Some also explain it as your reason for getting out of bed in the morning. Studies have shown that the Japanese people who are living their Ikigai have the highest percentage of people who live to see their 100th birthday and beyond. Not only do they live longer than most of the world, they are healthier and vibrant into their advanced years. The rate of chronic illness is much lower and they do not suffer from the same menopause symptoms that Americans have come to accept as normal. The opposite of depression is not happiness—it’s purpose. I believe that having a clear purpose creates happiness and reduces the stress in our lives. Clarifying your Ikigai can be life changing. I want you to have your best year in 2023! Go grab your FREE Dream Year Workbook and apply to be a part of the Money Mindset Mastermind! This group of emerging mompreneurs is going to shift their money mindset and overcome the not enoughness to exponentially increase their confidence and income in 8 weeks! I am so excited to watch these transformations happen! Applications are open now!

Meet Crenee Salone from Authentically You Academy. Crenee is a lifestyle coach aspiring to enhance the quality of life for professional women and entrepreneurs who carry invisible chronic illnesses everyday.  Crenee has lived with systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) for 24 years and has maintained an amazing professional career as a leader within multiple Fortune 500 companies. All while building her coaching business on the side. She is a strong advocate for herself and other women living with chronic illness. Learn more at https://www.creneesalone.com/

In this episode, I speak to Nichole Howson of AIM Social based in Ontario, Canada. Nichole started a side business while she was still in college, and it was so successful she skipped the typical full time 8-5 job, right from the beginning. In this episode you will hear about her first cringeworthy ad and how it changed her life. To connect with Nichole visit https://readyaimsocial.com/

Is The Resistance is Hiding Your Calling? In this episode I discuss The Resistance and how Steven Pressfield's book The War of Art and Oprah Winfrey's Super Soul Podcast Interview with Steven changed how I view fear and allowed me to start this podcast. I talk about how the Resistance will show up EVERY time you are trying to move to higher level. Just like we all feel gravity pulling us to the earth physically. The Resistance is a force pulling us to our selfish ego side. Oprah compared it to Yin and Yang. There will always be the opposing force for every dream we have. Get ready to feel the fear and do it anyway!

In this episode, I speak to Power Coach Alishia Willardson We talk about how being an entrepreneur helps you grow as a person. Connect with Alishia and get her 5 step process to launch a successful coaching business at GrabYourCheatSheet.com

In this episode, I speak to Priyanka Khandalkar, Founder & CEO of Scaling to Grow and Host of the Show Up with Priyanka Podcast! Listen up because this is a great episode with lots of high level tips! 😊 To connect with Priyanka go to: https://linqapp.com/priyanka_khandalkar

In this episode, I speak to Krista Lockhood with Motherhood Simplified. The Motherhood Simplified podcast is for moms who want to declutter but don't want to become a full blown minimalist. Krista shares how she found her niche by taking a big risk that changed her life and how starting her business helped her to find her voice. You will learn quick tips to simplify your home and life so you can have more time and energy to do what matters most. Krista gives great tips that can change your life! 😊 Visit https://motherhoodsimplified.com/

I was blindsided by trajedy in 2021. In this episode I share my story and why I decided to keep going in spite of it all.

Welcome to The Ambitious Chick Podcast! My name is Tamara Wamsley, marketing strategist, life coach and mom of 3. I’m on a mission to help ambitious women to stop settling for a life that is less than you deserve. I believe that your soul is here on a mission to do work that only you can do. It’s time to stop suffering in silence in that cubicle and go after the freedom and fulfillment your soul is begging for. Each week I’ll be bringing you soul focused conversations, inspiring you to be brave, bold and go after your biggest dream. You will discover new strategies to help connect the dots to get from where you are to where you want to be. Are you ready to Find Clarity! Get Unstuck! Overcome Resistance! And Finally Manifest Your Dream Life? Put the kids to bed, grab a nice glass of wine and get ready to build prosperity! Let’s go!

Have you ever felt stuck in a career that drains you—but terrified of what’s next? If you’ve been spinning in burnout and secretly dreaming of freedom, this episode is your permission slip.I sat down with Julie Beck, a former teacher turned podcast manager, who shares her journey from crying on the edge of the bed before school…to building a soul-aligned business that gives her freedom, fulfillment, and more time with her family.We unpack what it really takes to transition from burnout to business clarity—and why waiting for the “perfect plan” keeps you stuck.✨ What you’ll learn in this episode:✅ The truth about teacher burnout and how to break free✅ Why messy action leads to clarity, confidence, and fulfillment✅ How to redefine success around family and freedom—not someone else’s standards✅ The role of coaching, community, and support in finding your calling✅ Practical advice if you’re still in corporate (or the classroom) and wondering what’s next👉 Tamara’s next step for you: If you’re ready to clarify your calling and move toward freedom without burning out, check out my self-paced course Discover Your Soul’s Purpose.Connect with Tamara:https://www.linkedin.com/in/tamarawamsley/https://www.tiktok.com/@tamarawamsleyhttps://www.youtube.com/@tamara_wamsleyGuest resource: Julie is offering 15% off podcast management for new clients with code AMBITIOUSCHICK at juliebeckllc.comConnect with Julie:@JulieBeckLLCThis episode is all about teacher burnout, business freedom, midlife career change, find your calling, clarity and confidence, family and fulfillment, women over 40 entrepreneurs

If you’ve ever found yourself stuck between too many choices—should I change jobs, start a business, or just push through?—this episode is for you.Tamara Wamsley, Certified Business Advisor, CliftonStrengths Coach, and Career Strategist, shares her simple but powerful Fulfillment Formula to help you move from confusion to clarity. In this episode, you’ll learn:✔️ Why Alignment with your strengths and values is non-negotiable✔️ How your Energy acts as your built-in truth detector✔️ Why defining Freedom for yourself is the missing key to fulfillmentBy the end, you’ll have a formula you can return to anytime you feel stuck—and the confidence to choose your next step without fear of getting it wrong.If you’re ready to find your path to freedom and fulfillment, this episode will show you exactly how to begin.https://www.tamarawamsley.com/https://www.tamarawamsley.com/freedom_codeConnect with Tamara:https://www.linkedin.com/in/tamarawamsley/https://www.tiktok.com/@tamarawamsleyhttps://www.youtube.com/@tamara_wamsley#FulfillmentFormula #CareerClarity #FindYourCalling #WomenOver40 #AlignmentEnergyFreedom #CliftonStrengths #PurposeDrivenWork #SoulAlignedBusiness #FreedomAndFulfillment #AmbitiousChickPodcast #Purpose

Feeling out of alignment at work? In this conversation, Tamara speaks to Rachael Rawnsley. Rachel helps spiritually minded entrepreneurs grow their income and visibility by aligning their business strategies with their intuitive gifts - no more hustle, just authentic, soul-aligned success.In this episode they share frameworks to uncover your calling. They dig into practical alignment habits, timestrategies, and spiritual tools that help you trust yourself and take action, even with a full-time job and kids.  If you’ve been stuck in the someday I will make this a priority, this is your sign to start now. Want clarity fast? I’m developing a self-paced course Discover Your Soul’s Purpose so you can get direction in hours, not months. Jump on the priority list for special savings and be the first to know when it’s ready! What you’ll learnHow to spot misalignment (and what to do inthe first 7 days) A simple ritual to remove blocks and invitealigned opportunitiesTime math: building momentum with just 10–15minutes/dayWhy purpose clarity comes before niche—andhow to find yoursA kinder strategy to move from full-time to self-employment The Alignment ScanMicro-MomentumPermission to Pivot Connect with Tamara:https://www.linkedin.com/in/tamarawamsley/https://www.tiktok.com/@tamarawamsleyhttps://www.youtube.com/@tamara_wamsley Connect with Rachael:www.rachaelrawnsley.comhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/rachael-rawnsleyhttps://www.facebook.com/rachael.rawnsley 

If you’ve ever driven to work with that pit in your stomach thinking, “I can’t do this anymore,” this episode is for you. Coach and dance educator Sabrina Del Duca joins Tamara to talk about moving from corporate burnout to soul-aligned clarity. We cover how to learn to listen to your body’s signals, rebuild self-trust, stop people-pleasing, and find joy in the smallest moments. You deserve to live the life of your dreams not what others think.This is your permission to pause, realign, and take the first step toward your true calling.Sabrina Del Duca is a dance educator, coach, and host of Get Into Flow podcast. She helps ambitious women move from “shoulds” to soul-aligned choices.What you’ll learn in this episode:✔︎ How misalignment leads to burnout (and why that’s not failure)✔︎ Why emotions are information, not weakness✔︎ Practical tools to reconnect with joy—even if it’s just 5 minutes a day✔︎ The journaling hack to uncover clarity fast✔︎ How to redefine success as freedom and choice✔︎ Steps to attract aligned clients without desperationChapters0:00 Welcome3:06 Burnout from misalignment4:35 Permission → acceptance → strategy6:25 Emotions as information7:37 Healing by feeling10:18 The wake-up call: a dance floor concussion12:25 Relearning self-trust14:12 Five-minute joy rituals16:07 The journaling tip anyone can start23:52 Attracting aligned clients without scarcity26:10 “I’m not an entrepreneur” belief28:03 Redefining success after corporate30:33 What freedom looks like now32:07 Where to connect with SabrinaConnect with Sabrinasabrinadelduca.comInstagram: @duchesssabrinaPodcast: Get Into FlowConnect with Tamara:Tamara’s self-paced course: Discover Your Soul’s Purpose → for ambitious women ready to stop dreading work and clarify their next chapter - Download your free Soul Mission Discovery Guidehttps://www.linkedin.com/in/tamarawamsley/https://www.tiktok.com/@tamarawamsleyhttps://www.youtube.com/@tamara_wamsley