24. Ashley Kirchner: Entrepreneurial Lessons from 3 Generations
24. Ashley Kirchner: Entrepreneurial Lessons from 3 Generations  
Podcast: Wisdom Stripes with Meg Tuohey
Published On: Thu Mar 27 2025
Description: What if your greatest business crisis isn’t actually a catastrophe, but simply a moment asking for your resilience? In this soul-stirring conversation with third-generation entrepreneur Ashley Kirchner, we uncover the profound family wisdom that helped her navigate the darkest moments of her entrepreneurial journey. Ashley shares her grandfather’s timeless philosophy, “Rome is not burning,” that guided her through lost investments, team challenges, and pandemic uncertainty while building multiple six and seven-figure companies. What crisis are you facing that might transform into opportunity when viewed through this lens of ancestral wisdom? Join us in this heartfelt exploration of resilience, vulnerability, and the courage to keep moving forward when everything feels like it’s falling apart.    Connect with Ashley Kirchner: Website: ​​https://bit.ly/4iKS2qK Instagram: https://bit.ly/4liBQie TikTok: https://bit.ly/4l3U4DX LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/3DUuWPe TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 Intro 02:12 Wisdom from Ashley Kirchner 03:29 Ashley’s Graphic Designing and Entrepreneurship Journey 06:24 Growing Up with Business Owners 08:17 Learning, Doing, Failing, Growing 13:27 Omni-Channel Marketing 18:38 Intergenerational Knowledge 23:57 Legacy for the Next Generation 28:52 Being an Empathetic Leader 34:23 Overcoming Company Challenges during COVID 37:39 Managing Responsibilities 43:07 Ashley’s Next Frontier 46:30 Last Piece of Wisdom from Ashley 📕Meg Tuohey is a renown expert in relationships, leadership and personal growth. Learn more about her mission and how she is changing lives here: https://bit.ly/3NtUF24 🎓Shatter emotional barriers and reclaim your power with The Wisdom Lab, designed for women seeking profound breakthroughs in personal growth and emotional healing.: https://bit.ly/4eI8S7N 📰 For more information on Wisdom Stripes with Meg Tuohey visit: https://bit.ly/3U9V5OZ 📺Watch the  "Wisdom Stripes" podcast every Thursday at 5AM EST on YouTube: https://bit.ly/3BO3Mbk 📱Connect with Meg Tuohey: Instagram: https://bit.ly/4f6B0AW Facebook: https://bit.ly/3BILKXU TikTok: https://bit.ly/4f7M8he LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/4hbXJOb Subscribe To: https://www.youtube.com/@makingrelationshipswork7250 🎙️Download “Wisdom Stripes” podcast on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3Yp2vjP 🎙️Download “Wisdom Stripes” podcast on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/4f8xTsj 🚨DISCLAIMER: The Wisdom Stripes podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. The host Meg Tuohey shares personal stories, experiences, and knowledge aimed at helping listeners gain new insights for personal growth. However, the content is not a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Listeners should not use the information as a replacement for consultations with qualified mental health, medical, or other professionals. If you are seeking professional help, please consult with a licensed specialist.