The B.O.L.D. Intensive:
In-Person Transformative Retreat
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Important question for women entrepreneurs, executives and professionals who want to be seen as thought leaders but who still haven't found their boldest voice...
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If there was a way to go deep inside of yourself, spend dedicated time on uncovering your unique gifts, and lean into the voice you know is inside waiting to come out in a big and bold way...
Would you finally feel confident in creating content that stood out from the noise of the internet, and standing on bigger stages in the world?
Here's why anything less than an enthusiastic head-nod is costing you big-time.
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Every single day thousands of your most valuable potential clients are searching for people to speak at their conferences, meetings, workshops and round tables.
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Question is:
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Are they inviting you?
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Whether you're an entrepreneur with your own business, or you're an executive in your business, or you're a professional who works in a business...you know that your ability to position yourself as a thought leader, grow your following, and attract new business and speaking opportunities relies heavily on the answer to that question.
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If you know, without a doubt that...
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You're not inspiring more people and reaching bigger audiences
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Your brand message, voice, and content may be getting a bit stale and predictable
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You've reached a plateau, you've tried everything, and you just KNOW that there's another way to get unstuck
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Then keep reading...
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Because what follows could easily be the most pivotal moment you look back on this time next year when you've grown your following, inspired more people and reached bigger audiences.
THIS is the moment when you say YES to developing a voice that’s authentically you, powerful, and magnetic.
This moment, right now, is when your ideas activate change. That's when you'll power your bottom line because you'll have got your message in front of more people - the right people.
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But first...
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At some point, you took a decision to put yourself out there because you know you have something to offer - knowledge, information, an idea.
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So, you started creating content - blogs, papers, posts, newsletters. And then you decided to get your message out to a bigger audience.
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So you started speaking, or considered it, at least - you started building a voice. Building a brand.
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You invested in coaches to help you get clarity and attract the people you want to work with.
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Emailed your community and network to let them know you're available to speak - to share your expertise.
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And then you got to work - ready to make your dent.
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Set to be the success story that people talk about - instead of the one sitting on the sidlines learning from everyone else.
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Hell, no. You're not interested in sitting in the audience while someone else delivers a signature talk at the annual conference you visit every year.
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You were going to take to the stage. You were going to make a difference.
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But things haven't quite worked out that way...
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You've realized that becoming that person takes way more than you thought.
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Like creating content on the daily that stands out from all the noise (which is louder than ever)...
Like setting aside time to keep refining your brand message and your voice...
Like following the advice of everyone who's doing this successfully - just be YOU, they say (what is 'being authentic' anyway?)...
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You know that this all takes dedicated think time...
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But...
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Your days are filled with client work and daily tasks
Your nights are crammed trying desperately to meet your deadline in the morning
Your big dream of getting your voice, message and mission out into the world has been drowned by imposter syndrome, self-doubt and perfectionism.
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Mostly you just do not have time for yourself. For brand voice development. For the deep soul work that is needed when it comes to growing your work and your voice.
The secret to working on your authentic mission-driven BOLD voice
With all your work and dreaming and unreserved commitment...isn't it time you started getting some damn payoff?
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With all the time and energy you've invested in yourself as a professional you deserve the payoff.
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You deserve to know EXACTLY how to develop your confidence, KILL it when you deliver a workshop or a talk, move around a room and OWN it, stop relying on notes, raise your fees and elevate yourself as a thought leader.
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You deserve to actually feel like the powerful professional, leader or CEO, instead of a perpetual seeker - jumping from one course to the next hoping “this will be the one”.
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In a moment, I’m going to show you how to FINALLY tip the scales back in your favor.
But first, a few key things you gotta soak your brain’s grey matter into…​​
The 5 reasons you're stuck with a chronic case of 'speaker envy' (and how you can snap out of it right now):
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Reason 1: You know you have strengths but you don't know how to access them and bring them to life
​You bring decades of experience to the table and have spoken on stages before, but never with a sense of ease and confidence, and never with your personality shining through. You're not totally comfortable in your own skin and you know there's something more you can do to own the room.
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You know you can claim your space, and put your voice out into the world with confidence.
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You just need that push.
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Reason 2: You're a permanent resident of imposter syndrome hell
You rely a liiiiiittle too much on your notes.
You don't tell YOUR story - because who wants to hear that, right?
You haven't raised your speaker fees in a while.
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Yeah, it's time to change all of that.
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Reason 3: You're sitting squarely in your comfort zone
Uh-oh.
Are you mooching, lady?
Are you sitting in a nice, comfy little place of sameness?
Or are you skating on the edge of your safe zone? Growing? Learning?
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Sure, you've facilitated hundreds of workshops. Given talks.
But have you shared your story? In your voice? The BOLDEST voice you can speak with?
No?
It's time.
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Reason 4: You don't have time for deep work
You are doing EVERYTHING. You're giving your clients everything you have. You're creating content. You're marketing. You're working on business development every spare second you get.
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And let's not even get started on the caring you have to do in your personal life.
All those things you're working on...it isn't giving you any dedicated time to build your business. To do the deep think-work. The work that will move the needle.
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You can create that time and claim it for yourself.
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Reason 5: You're new at this or you're ready for a change
You've just started on this branding journey, and you're not sure how to navigate the waters.
Or your branding feels a bit stale. Your voice needs a new approach. A new sense of BOLDNESS. A place it's perhaps never gone before.
In a world that's noisier than ever before (hello ChatGPT) and a world where everyone sounds the same (again, hello ChatGPT), how do YOU stand out? How do you attract the people you want to work with? How do you share your voice and your mission with the world?​
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Putting your big BOLD voice out into the world is easier and more important than ever.
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​If you've made it this far you already know that igniting your brand and empowering your voice is critical to the success of you and your business.
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But maybe you don't know HOW.
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And yet - there is so much opportunity to stand out...precisely because everyone sounds the same.
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In fact, there's never been a better, or easier, moment to make your unique and bold voice stand out from the (very boring, samey) crowd.
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It's time to discover your BOLDest voice
I'm about to share with you the biggest most powerful gift you can give yourself in 2025. A gift that will give you the power to:
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position yourself as a thought leader
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grow your following
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attract new business and speaking opportunities
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launch, pivot, or refresh your brand
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inspire more people & reach bigger audiences
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boost your confidence and push yourself
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build lifelong relationships with other like-minded women
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All of this is totally possible for you (whether you're starting from scratch or hitting reset for the 10th time)...
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...but it does depend on you taking a no-nonsense, I'm in this to win it, step-by-step approach.
An approach that...
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...forces you to dedicate real time to yourself and work on the BOLD voice you know is inside you but you can't quite seem to access...
...has been the secret weapon to hundreds of women all over the world who are stepping into their thought leadership (increasing their speaker fees, and being met with long lines of people who want to talk to them after they've delivered their signature talk)...
...sees women creating content for their businesses that is reshaping the way they connect online, attract likeminded clients, and position them as interesting, human connectors on social platforms and on email...
And if you're still with me, then I couldn't be more excited to introduce you to...
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The B.O.L.D. Intensive:
In-Person Transformative Retreat
June 29-July 2, 2025 ~ London, England
​Hey, I'm Ashleigh!
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I’m a previous copy and content editor at an in-house agency, editing the words of Emirates Airlines, L'Oréal, and Adidas. I've written content for Microsoft and General Electric. And I founded The Story Team five years ago, a business that helps solopreneurs & founders write copy that converts audiences into loyal customers and clients.
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I've posted thousands of times on social media, and I've edited millions of words (from blogs to emails to social posts to sales pages​ and Facebook ads).
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After I arrived in London, Covid hit, and I lost the job I had. So, I trained as a careworker and did private care work, while I built my business, between shifts, from the back seat of my car. Within nine months I left the care work job and went full-time with my business.
All with the content I wrote. Because content is your business's biggest asset.
Now, I want to help you, the thriving professional, founder or CEO, thrive even more... by writing in a way that embraces your boldest most authentic voice, so that you can get out there and live your mission.
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My Superpower? Being as authentic as humanly possible, finding the right audience, and getting the YES. And I can teach you how...
Now, meet my friends, and fierce feministas
Carol Cox is the founder & CEO of Speaking Your Brand® and host of the Speaking Your Brand® podcast.
Carol was named as one of Orlando's Women of the Year and has been featured in Forbes.
She has a Master's degree in History and lives in Orlando, FL.
Diane Diaz is the lead Speaking Coach with Speaking Your Brand®.
Diane has an extensive background in marketing and branding and is also an Ironman triathlete.
She has a Master's degree in Business Administration and lives in Orlando, FL.
Join the three of us in London for an Exclusive Retreat for Women to Ignite Your Brand and Empower Your Voice.
The in-person B.O.L.D Brand Intensive Retreat is a three-and-a-half day experience where you get to go all-in on your brand.
It's time you get to claim for yourself - time to learn, to grow, to connect, and to visit one of the greatest cities in the world.
Why join? Because the deep work, the soul and think work you want to do on your brand can't be done on the daily. There's too much going on.
You need dedicated time that you gift yourself - this is it.
Enjoy group and 1:1 coaching & activities PLUS immersive cultural experiences, blending branding, storytelling, history, and theatre to fuel your creativity and confidence.
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​6 Ways the in-person B.O.L.D Brand Intensive Retreat will help you go deep within yourself...and find the voice that's inside waiting for you...
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Personal Brand Deep Dive
One-on-One Hot Seat Coaching:
Each one of you will get a dedicated session to dive into your brand, receiving expert feedback and personalized coaching.
Brand Voice Clarity Exercise: Through guided worksheets and reflection, you'll clarify the essence of your brand, uncover your authentic voice, and learn how to communicate your message with power and clarity.
Signature Story Creation & Delivery
Develop Your Signature Story: Hands-on guidance to create a powerful, engaging story that aligns with your personal and business goals. Focus on storytelling techniques that resonate with audiences.
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Live Feedback and Practice Sessions: You'll practice delivering your signature story to the group, receiving constructive feedback and tips to refine your stage presence and content.
Build Your Personal Brand Plan
Vision Mapping for Your Brand and Business: Through strategic exercises, you'll define your goals, identify the key pillars of your brand, and outline a roadmap to achieve your biggest ambitions.
Goal-Setting Strategy Session: You'll set clear, actionable goals for the next 12 months, with a breakdown of steps to get from where you are now to where you want to be.
Brand Project Development
Create a Tangible Brand Asset: You'll leave with a concrete deliverable that elevates your visibility and thought leadership.
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Collaborative Peer Review Sessions: You’ll have the opportunity to receive feedback from fellow participants in a collaborative and supportive environment, ensuring you leave with a polished, actionable project.
Immersive London Experiences
Insights & Inspiration from Women’s History: We'll take a women's history walking tour and draw lessons from the stories of historical women to inspire our own bold voices.
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Storytelling Through Performance: We'll attend a play together at Shakespeare's Globe Theatre. (You've never seen a Shakespeare play like how they do it here!) We'll break down key elements of powerful performance and learn how to use similar techniques in your own talks.
Increase Your Confidence
Putting out a bold message can be exhilarating - and sometimes daunting. By attending our retreat, you'll increase your confidence in your message and yourself.
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We'll help you amplify your natural communication and speaking style and you'll learn to take up space and lead with authenticity and conviction.
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Getting support and validation from other women can make all the difference - we've seen it with our clients every time.
What you want to do:
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position yourself as a thought leader
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grow your following
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attract new business and speaking opportunities
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launch, pivot, or refresh your brand
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inspire more people & reach bigger audiences
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boost your confidence and push yourself
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build lifelong relationships with other like-minded women
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women entrepreneurs
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women executives & professionals
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excited to experience art and culture in a world-class city
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ready for the creative and exploratory work that you can’t do on the daily
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high-achieving action taker
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willing to go deep and be self-reflective
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supportive and encouraging towards others
Discover Your Boldest Voice
Join us for 4 days (June 29-July 2, 2025), in London, England.
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We’re going to take you deep into the heart and soul of your brand, to uncover your unique gifts and give you the skills and confidence to put yourself out there in a big and bold way.
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Along with the practical workshops, we’re going to immerse you in women’s history and take you to enjoy the best of the performing arts. This will be a trip you’ll remember forever!
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Your coaches, Carol Cox and Diane Diaz of Speaking Your Brand and Ashleigh Harvey of The Story Team, will lead you through instruction, exercises, and activities, with hands-on feedback.
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Limited to 12 women.
You know you're made for more and you want to make a bigger impact
You want to put meaning and mission into the work you do.
You want to get your message out into the world.
You imagine standing on bigger stages and getting bigger opportunities.
You need a B.O.L.D. brand.
Build your vision.
Own your authenticity.
Lead with confidence.
Distinguish your brand.
There's a reason why your brand and your voice is stuck. There's all the other stuff going on in your head. Imposter Syndrome. Perfectionism. Vulnerability. Who am I to talk about these things? How will people react?
Our retreat is designed to help you develop your brand voice that’s authentically you, powerful, and magnetic.
When you do this, your ideas activate change.
And what really happens is that...
You power your bottom line because you get your message in front of more people and the right people.
A word of warning
On any given day, I might arrive wearing these, in which case it is ON like DONKEY KONG.
Super Early Bird Pricing: Save $1,500 before February 28, 2025.
The retreat dates are June 29-July 2, 2025. Includes 3-1/2 days of workshops, materials, lunches, dinners, and activities.
Tier 1: Retreat Only
$1,500 x 3 payments
$4,250 pay in full
Includes: 3-1/2 days at our retreat in London (includes workshops, coaching, activities, materials, lunches, and dinners) + Zoom prep calls + photography at the retreat
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Tier 2: Retreat + VIP Day
$2,375 x 3 payments
$6,950 pay in full
Includes: 3-1/2 days at our retreat in London (includes workshops, coaching, activities, materials, lunches, and dinners) + Zoom prep calls + photography at the retreat + 1:1 Virtual VIP Day to create your signature talk (before or after the retreat)
VIP 1/2 Day Coach: Ashleigh Harvey
Tier 3: Retreat + VIP Day
$2,875 x 3 payments
$8,450 pay in full
Includes: 3-1/2 days at our retreat in London (includes workshops, coaching, activities, materials, lunches, and dinners) + Zoom prep calls + photography at the retreat + 1:1 Virtual VIP Day to create your signature talk (before or after the retreat)
VIP Full Day Coach: Ashleigh Harvey
Have questions? Schedule a Zoom call with me.
Let's talk through your goals and make sure the retreat is the best fit for you.
Your bonuses
Zoom Prep Calls
Attend our 3 group Zoom calls/workshops to help you prepare and make the most of your time at the retreat. (Calls will be recorded in case you can't make it live.)
Value = $750
Content Marketing Templates & Prompts
You'll get our templates and ChatGPT prompts to help you jumpstart or refresh your content marketing.
Value = $495
Ticket for Shakespeare's Globe Theatre
As one of our evening activities, we're all going to go together to see a play at the world-renowned Shakespeare's Globe Theatre. You've never seen a Shakespeare play like this!
Professional Photography at the Retreat
At the retreat in London, we'll have a professional photographer there to take brand photos of you that you can use on your website and social media.
Value = $300
1:1 Coaching Session
You get a dedicated 1:1 coaching session (45 mins.) on Zoom that you can schedule anytime before the retreat.
Value = $395
Women's History Walking Tour
As one of our afternoon activities, we're all going to go together on a women's history walking tour of London, with an expert guide, to inspire us to use our bold voices for big impact.
Value = $35
Bonuses Valued at $2,070
Experience London
What Carol and Diane's Retreat Attendees Have Said
What Ashleigh's Clients and Workshop Participants Have Said
Questions your fellow female leaders, founders and CEOs asked before attending similar retreats
I want to to do this, but I’m already spread wayyyy too thin. How much time is this gonna take? I hear you. I've also had to stay up late for zoom calls in countries on the other side of the planet and woken up cuddled next to my laptop. This is not that kind of experience. You are going to actually bring your physical self to one of the most dynamic, alive cities in the world where you will rediscover the life and dynamism inside of yourself. Remember that? Remember why you started doing what you do? We're going to go deep and find that again - or find it for the first time if you still don't have it. Every minute you invest in yourself on this trip will be a minute where you are growing, learning, becoming. I promise.
I've read dozens of books on how to brand my business. I've listened to podcasts. I've done the online courses. How is this different? HELLO! London, England? Hello, in-person. Hello INTENSIVE. This is not a one-size-fits-all solution to finding your brand voice. This is four days of exercises, activities, one-to-one coaching - individual attention for every single woman who is there. That's why it's limited to 12 - so that we can give you the very best of our time and our brains. Plus, you get to meet 11 other women who want to grow, just like you. The connection and interaction is what makes this retreat so damn special. And the cultural activities outside of the learning space, as you take in the sights of one of the great cities of the world, will only enhance what we're doing as we take your voice to new levels of boldness.
I've been thinking about doing this for a really long time...working on my brand voice and stepping into the speaking world. But I'm really nervous. GOOD! Nerves are good. Nerves signal that you are challenging yourself - and what is this life meant for if it's not to challenge yourself in new ways? You will be challenged on this retreat - and you will be held and supported every single step of the way. We have worked with so many women in our careers, and we know how to take you from where you are now, to somewhere you never thought possible. It's also why this retreat is by application only - so that we guarantee that every single woman who attends is supportive and will take care in the work we'll all be doing together.
When does the retreat start and end? The retreat starts in the afternoon of Sunday, June 29 and ends with dinner together on Wednesday, July 2. We'll be together all day on Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday from 9 am through dinner and evening activities. You'll be well taken care of and it's going to be immersive and fun! You'll want to arrive in London by Saturday, June 28 and depart on or after Thursday, July 3.
Where is the retreat going to be held? The retreat will be at The Hoxton-Southwark in London, England. https://thehoxton.com/london/southwark/
Have you hosted retreats before? I, myself, have never hosted a retreat. Can you believe it? Crazy, I know. Carol and Diane, however...they are the retreat Queens. They've hosted 3 different multi-day retreats with groups of 12 women each and they were incredible. They are very detail oriented with the planning and communication. I trust them entirely, and together we'll make sure you have everything you need both before and during the retreat.
I'm a bit nervous to travel abroad. We understand! We're going to send you details, checklists, guides, and more to make this as easy for you as possible. Plus, we'll have Zoom prep calls before the retreat to answer your questions. You will need a valid passport (make sure it doesn't expire within the next year - if so, get it renewed now). No visa needed if you're coming from the U.S., Canada, or EU (for other countries, please check).
How many people will be at the retreat? The retreat is limited to 12 women.
What transport do you recommend? You will be responsible for transportation during your stay in London. You can use a taxi service or a ride service like Lyft or Uber. The Tube (subway) is also very convenient.
How much does the retreat cost? The super early bird price is $4,250 pay in full or 3 payments of $1,500 each. The super early bird price is good through December 31, 2024.
What's included and what's not included? Here is what's included with your retreat payment: All the workshops and activities on Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday Lunch and dinner on Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday Special evening activities (such as a play) Here is what's not included with your retreat payment: Transportation Hotel Breakfast Incidentals
What is your refund policy? Since we have hard costs related to putting on an in-person event, we aren't able to refund your payments. If you're unable to attend due to unforeseen illness or emergency, we can transfer your payment to another one of our events or services.
I have other questions. Great! Feel free to email me at ashleigh@thestoryteam.org and we can set up a zoom call.
Still undecided?
You're ready to elevate your voice to the next level if...
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1. You’re just getting started with your business building efforts, and want to make sure you absolutely NAIL your brand voice right out of the gates by learning from one of the best speaking coaches in the world, and a conversion copywriter whose learned from the best in the world, and whose writing tactics are bold, fearless and always say, 'I am here.'
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2. You’ve been running your business for a while, but you still haven't developed a brand voice that you feel is 100% authentically you.
You know you can - but you don't know how to get that voice resonating in your writing, and in your public speaking. What are the storytelling techniques?
How do you go deeper? How do you make people sit up and take notice - whether it be on stages or in your content writing?
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3. You're a professional who works for a business or organization and you want to bring your A game.
You know that if you stepped into your role as thought leader, with a strong voice that is authentically YOU, you would get more respect, more opportunities, and more joy out of your work because you'd be living your mission.
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4. You’re ALREADY investing time and energy doing things like writing epic blog posts, designing lead magnets, dropping truth bombs on social media, and other things you keep hearing you “need” to be doing.
Only problem is, without a clear brand voice weaving through everything that ties it all together, you’ve experienced nothing but discouraging “why the heck do I even bother” results, followed by crippling overwhelm around what to do next.
And we're not talking just any brand voice - we're talking about the boldest, most fearless voice you have inside you. The one you know is in there, but needs a little coaxing to come out and meet the world.
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5. You’re aware of all the profitable doors that will open up once you have a brand that makes people sit up and go 'who is THIS, now?'. You know…profitable partnerships, speaking engagements, podcast appearances, pre-selling your next product, etc.
And you’re DOUBLY excited that the B.O.L.D Brand Intensive includes HOT BONUSES like the zoom prep calls, that will make sure you are totally prepared for the three-and-a-half days of learning you'll be doing. We'll already know each other, you'll already be comfortable and ready to grab the opportunities of this retreat with both hands.
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6. The thought of spending time in London, learning with other women, growing yourself, getting you to step into the voice that says 'f*&k the patriarchy' and telling the world YOU ARE HERE makes your blood pump faster in your veins.
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7. You're courageous enough to make big decisions - You’re willing to invest time, energy and resources to scale your business. It’s that willingness that got you where you are today.
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8. You know that, left to your own devices, you just would not have the time and space to give yourself three and a half days of learning, brand voice development, confidence boosting and YOU time. No one has time for that anymore. So, you make time. And here it is - waiting for you.
You already know that going deep into the voice of your brand, spending dedicated time on uncovering your unique gifts, and leaning into the skills and confidence to put yourself out there in a big and bold way is one of the greatest gifts you can give yourself in 2025.
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So if you’re still here… let’s wrap up with a lil’ real talk.
If you’re a female entrepreneur, executive or founder whose primary mission is LEADING people towards change and new ways of thinking...The B.O.L.D. Brand Intensive Retreat is for you...
If you plan on (or dream of) leveling up your public speaking game in 2025, standing on more stages, bigger stages, and taking your thought leadership out into the world The B.O.L.D. Brand Intensive Retreat is for you...
If you're ready to step into a new sense of confidence, unapologetic confidence, confidence that will change your life The B.O.L.D. Brand Intensive Retreat is for you...
If you’ve been wearing “too many hats”, feel stretched too thin, and are tired of working “in your business” and you're ready to take dedicated time to work on your business and on your BOLD brand...The B.O.L.D. Brand Intensive Retreat is for you...
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If you’ve got your sights set on sustainable, long-term growth (and the pursuit of new opportunities)... you The B.O.L.D. Brand Intensive Retreat is for you...
If you’re ready, we look forward to partnering with you in June 2025 to make this the most rewarding and impactful gift you've given yourself yet.
Truth:
75+% of Entrepreneurs, Executives & Business Leaders Reading This Will “Mull It Over’, Bury This Page on a Chrome Tab and Forget All About it As The Enrollment Period Closes.
Here are 3 ways they’ll continue to flirt with speaker envy and stalled momentum in their content creation and speaking career…
1. They’ll miss seeing the critical gaps they need to fill in order to land the speaking opportunities that other people in their space are landing.
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True cost: Another year of time wasted as you try to figure out this speaker game, and how you too can get on the world's biggest stages and share your message.
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2. They’ll know they need to make a change in the way they're putting their voice out into the world, but they won’t know how, and they won't be able to take the time they need to figure it out.
True cost: Sitting in front of a blank screen knowing you HAVE to post on LinkedIn and you just don't know what to say or how to say it
3. If they luck out and manage to land the opportunities they're after… they’ll experience a critical gap in what they've offered and what they can actually deliver. A solid, sustainable, bold brand voice gives you the momentum, confidence and courage to deliver on what you've promised - in a way that is authentic and makes people listen with excitement.
True cost: Upwards of six figures per year
Wouldn’t You Rather See What’s It Like To Become B.O.L.D?
Isn’t it time you worked on your business, instead of in it?
You’ve achieved some pretty amazing things to get to where you are right now. But you’re also smart enough to know that what got you here, won’t get you “there”.
This is your invitation to partner with us in June 2025 at the in-person B.O.L.D Intensive Tranformative Retreat…
Build your vision. Own your authenticity. Lead with confidence. Distinguish your brand.