EPISODE · Feb 8, 2025 · 46 MIN
#52 - Motherhood Meets Founder Life: From OT to Tech CEO- Dr. Ashley Blackington
from Mambition · host Tiffany Scott and Alex Morgan
Ever wondered if you could build a tech company without sacrificing family time? This week's episode will change how you think about the "having it all" narrative.Meet Dr. Ashley Blackington - OT turned tech founder, mother of four, and champion of the "AND/BOTH" philosophy. She's not here to tell you another glossy success story. Instead, she shares the raw truth about how bootstrapping her caregiving platform Dovetail® actually enabled her to grow a business at a pace that worked for her family.Why this episode is a must-listen:Discover how Ashley turned her healthcare expertise into a tech solution while raising four kidsLearn practical strategies for growing a business on your own terms (not Silicon Valley's)Get real talk about why sometimes slower growth is smarter growthUnderstand how her clinical background as an OT gave her unique insights into building better tech solutionsHear honest conversations about maintaining your identity while being both founder and motherWhether you're contemplating a career pivot, building a business while raising kids, or simply seeking inspiration from a mom who's rewriting the rules, Ashley's journey from clinician to CEO offers a refreshingly honest roadmap for ambitious mothers.This isn't just another "how I built this" story - it's a masterclass in building something meaningful without sacrificing what matters most.
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Ever wondered if you could build a tech company without sacrificing family time? This week's episode will change how you think about the "having it all" narrative.Meet Dr. Ashley Blackington - OT turned tech founder, mother of four, and champion of the "AND/BOTH" philosophy. She's not here to tell you another glossy success story. Instead, she shares the raw truth about how bootstrapping her caregiving platform Dovetail® actually enabled her to grow a business at a pace that worked for her family.Why this episode is a must-listen:Discover how Ashley turned her healthcare expertise into a tech solution while raising four kidsLearn practical strategies for growing a business on your own terms (not Silicon Valley's)Get real talk about why sometimes slower growth is smarter growthUnderstand how her clinical background as an OT gave her unique insights into building better tech solutionsHear honest conversations about maintaining your identity while being both founder and motherWhether you're contemplating a career pivot, building a business while raising kids, or simply seeking inspiration from a mom who's rewriting the rules, Ashley's journey from clinician to CEO offers a refreshingly honest roadmap for ambitious mothers.This isn't just another "how I built this" story - it's a masterclass in building something meaningful without sacrificing what matters most.
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#52 - Motherhood Meets Founder Life: From OT to Tech CEO- Dr. Ashley Blackington
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