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MPowered x Ashley Harkrader: Building a Fempire as a Single Mom

Brittany Mills and Mandy Rogers Episode 20

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Episode Summary:
In this inspiring episode of MPowered, Ashley Harkrader shares her remarkable journey from being a promo girl for Miller Lite to becoming a successful Airbnb entrepreneur in Charlotte. Ashley opens up about the challenges she faced as a single mom and how she leveraged Airbnb to support herself and her daughter. She emphasizes the importance of taking the leap into entrepreneurship when your side hustle begins to outpace your corporate job. Ashley discusses the rapid growth of her business, the pivotal impact of COVID-19, and her partnership with another driven woman to build a business empire. With 102 rental properties and multiple in-house businesses, Ashley highlights the significance of a strong foundation, quality control, and powerful partnerships. She also shares her plans to write a book that narrates her love story to her daughter, showcasing her journey as a single mom and entrepreneur.

Key Takeaways:

  • Take the Leap: Embrace entrepreneurship when your side hustle generates more income than your corporate job.
  • Hard Work and Support: Building a successful business demands dedication, hard work, and a strong support system.
  • Single Mom Strength: Being a single mom can be challenging but also incredibly motivating.
  • Teach Values: Involve your children in your business to teach them the importance of hard work and perseverance.
  • COVID Pivot: COVID-19 was a pivotal moment for Ashley's business, leading to a successful partnership and rapid growth.
  • Foundation and Quality: A strong foundation and full quality control are essential for success in the rental property business.
  • Power of Partnerships: Partnerships thrive when both individuals share the same drive and values.
  • Empowerment and Storytelling: Ashley empowers herself through her daughter and plans to share her journey in a forthcoming book.

Connect with Ashley Harkrader:

  • Follow Ashley on social media: (@prettystays)
  • Learn more about her business: ⁠Pretty Stays⁠

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