We were lucky to catch up with Ashley Perkins recently and have shared our conversation below.
Hi Ashley , thanks for joining us today. We’ve love to hear an interesting investment story – what was one of the best or worst investments you’ve made? (Note, these responses are only intended as entertainment and shouldn’t be construed as investment advice)
The best investment that I have made for myself is my therapist. So often we concentrate on our physical health and forego the importance of mental health. Life has a way of throwing unexpected circumstances. By having weekly therapy sessions, I am able to better navigate life and parenting two teenage daughters.
Ashley , love having you share your insights with us. Before we ask you more questions, maybe you can take a moment to introduce yourself to our readers who might have missed our earlier conversations?
A multi-talented fashionista born and raised in Columbus, Ohio, where I received my formal primary education. i have a Bachelor of science degree in Healthcare Administration at the University of Phoenix. This Buckeye beauty is the proud mother of two daughters. I am no stranger to the stage. Since the age of four, I have appeared in numerous stage plays and fashion shows throughout the country. Within the world of pageantry, I have held local, national and international titles. Some of my previous titles include Ms. National Sorority Pageant 2022-2023, Today’s International Woman Lifetime Queen 2019, Miss Ohio Plus America. Pageantry has afforded me many opportunities to make a positive impact on my community. My platform is Life Saver: Changing Lives Through Blood, Organ and Tissue Donation. In addition, I have over twenty years of healthcare experience. I also lend my mortuary makeup services to local families and funeral homes as well. My current occupation is a case manager.
As a community advocate, i enjoy volunteering with Kingdom Image Arts, Lifeline of Ohio, The American Red Cross, and is a Fairy Goodmother for Cinderella’s Closet and also serve as the Early Childhood Ministry Leader at The City of Zion Church (Pastor Elgin D. Orton).
Fashion is one of my passions. Helping people is my purpose. I am also a Park Lane Jewelry stylist. Previous experience with Mary Kay.
Where do you think you get most of your clients from?
Social media has been the best source of new clients for me. Not only do the various platforms such as Facebook, TikTok, Instagram etc., provide more visibility outside of my current location, I am able to expand my sphere of influence. Word of mouth is a powerful timeless tool to for new clients.
Learning and unlearning are both critical parts of growth – can you share a story of a time when you had to unlearn a lesson?
Jessica Williams sums up my thoughts regarding this question. ““If you have nothing nice to say, don’t say anything at all.”
“This is the first lesson I unlearned as an adult and a professional who wanted to be forward-moving and progressive. Holding your tongue as an adult can be detrimental to your mental health, your character, and the trajectory of your career. I learned as an adult to make unfavorable comments with a kind delivery. You don’t have to hold your perspective back! Just be sure your delivery has impact followed by action.’
—Jessica M. Williams, career consultant, Fairfield, CA
Reference: Khidekel, M. (2021, October 19). Lessons and beliefs we’ve had to unlearn to reach our goals. Thrive Global. https://community.thriveglobal.com/childhood-lessons-beliefs-to-unlearn-reach-goals-unlock-potential/
Contact Info:
- Website: www.myparklane.com/soulbella
- Facebook: www.facebook.com/MsAshleySoulbella614
- TikTok: Sparkle With Soul