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The Amy Porterfield Show

#485: Behind-The-Scenes With Crime Junkie Podcast Host, Ashley Flowers

The Amy Porterfield Show

Amy Porterfield

Entrepreneurship, Business, Marketing

4.95K Ratings

🗓️ 3 August 2022

⏱️ 48 minutes

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Summary

What happens when you leave your 9 to 5, pursue your passion, and create one of the most downloaded podcasts in history If you’ve ever listened to the podcast Crime Junkie, you know just how addictive it is. The suspense, combined with the gripping yet straightforward storytelling makes it one of the most enthralling podcasts out there. I, for one, am a loyal listener, and a self-declared Crime Junkie. But perhaps what’s most impressive about Crime Junkie is its host, Ashley Flowers, who launched the podcast in 2017 while working a super 9 to 5 job. Since its debut, Crime Junkie has remained at the top of the charts and gets 9 million downloads a month. Yes, you read that right – 9 MILLION!  So how did Ashley do it? How did she make the decision to leave her cushy corporate job, invest in her side hustle, and take the leap into entrepreneurship? And how on God’s good Earth did she grow it so quickly? In this episode, you’ll find out. Yes, sweet friend, Ashley is revealing her own story on how she went from a corporate job to becoming a highly successful digital entrepreneur at the helm of an entire podcast network.  This was a really fun and informative conversation, and in it, Ashley shares: How she took the leap from working a full time job to pursuing her passion  A behind-the-scenes look at her work-week, and how she manages it all Her best tips on how to grip listeners with a good story The inspiration behind her first book, and her book-writing process So get comfy, pop in those earbuds and get ready to hear Ashley Flowers like you’ve never heard her before. Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts "I love Amy and Online Marketing Made Easy." <-- If that sounds like you, please consider rating and reviewing my show! This helps me support more people -- just like you -- move toward the online life and business that they desire. Click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select “Write a Review.” Then be sure to let me know what you loved most about the episode! Also, if you haven’t done so already, follow the podcast. I’m adding a bunch of bonus episodes to the feed and, if you’re not following, there’s a good chance you’ll miss out. Follow now!

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0:00.0

I continually reinvented myself when I was done with genetics research.

0:03.6

I didn't go find another research job. I was like, I'm going to try something completely different.

0:07.4

So there's something I think just in me inherently that wants to try any things and I'm willing to fail.

0:13.7

Like I'm not afraid to mess it up and I'm not afraid to realize maybe this wasn't for me or maybe I did a bad job at it.

0:21.2

But I'm, again, I'm more afraid of not taking the chance.

0:24.8

I'm Amy Porterfield, ex-corporate girl turned CEO of a multi-seven figure business.

0:34.0

But it wasn't all that long ago that I lacked the confidence, the budget, and the time to focus on growing my small but mighty business.

0:43.6

Fast forward past many failed attempts and lessons learned and you'll see the business I have today.

0:49.7

One that changes lives and gives me more freedom than I ever thought possible.

0:55.3

One that used to only exist as a daydream.

0:59.3

I created the online marketing-made Easy Podcast to give you simple, actionable step-by-step strategies to help you do the same.

1:07.2

If you're an ambitious entrepreneur or one in the making who's looking to create a business that makes an impact and a life you love,

1:15.5

you're in the right place, friend. Let's get started.

1:23.1

Real quick, I wanted to talk to you about another podcast that I think you might love.

1:27.3

It's called Bean Boss and it's hosted by Emily Thompson.

1:31.8

And it's really just an exploration of not only what it means but what it takes to be a boss as a creative business owner,

1:39.0

a freelancer, or side hustler. So Bean Boss is an amazing resource for anyone interested in getting inspired and more importantly,

1:46.7

getting started as their own boss. So head to wherever you get your podcast to check out Bean Boss.

1:52.4

And I recommend starting with her episode on releasing the sense of urgency in business,

1:58.0

especially coming back for my sabbatical. This episode was a great reminder to slow down and be intentional.

2:04.2

You're going to love it.

2:05.2

Welcome to my absolute dream interview episode with the Ashley Flowers, host of the top rated True Crime Podcast Crime Junkie.

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