What I Learned in My Entrepreneurial Journey

In today’s podcast episode Mary Landgrebe interviews our host Ashley Alderson at this year’s Atlanta Apparel Market. Ashley shares how the Boutique Hub started, boutique owner success stories within the Hub, and what factors are key in growing a profitable business. Tune in to hear what Ashley learned in her entrepreneurial journey!

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Main Points in What I Learned in My Entrepreneurial Journey

1. To be the best you need to give your all, all of the time. People will doubt you, even those close to you, but you have to follow your gut. 
2. You can study all the education to improve your business, but if your mindset isn’t right it’s not going to stick.
3. Authenticity is key for boutiques to survive going into the future.

Favorite Quotes

“I am going to do something no one has done before. And I am going to change people’s lives when I do it.” -Ashley Alderson

“Whatever you want to be, you can be.” -Ashley Alderson

“If your mindset isn’t right first, those strategies won’t stick.” -Ashley Alderson

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Ashley Information:

Instagram: @ajalderson

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Instagram: @marymmqc & @m1retailexperts

Website: www.management-one.com

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Original Air Date: August 10th, 2021
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