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Your Limitless Leadership Podcast

Release Date: 10/08/2025

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In this episode of Your Limitless Leadership, Brent Widman sits down with Ashley Smith, Manager of Player Engagement at the NFL, to unpack her inspiring path from growing up in Tennessee to making an impact at the highest level of professional sports.

Ashley shares her career journey—from working under legendary coach Pat Summitt at the University of Tennessee, to navigating coaching changes, taking a leap of faith with the Kansas City Chiefs, and ultimately landing her dream role at the NFL. Along the way, she reflects on the life-changing lessons she’s learned: treating everyone with respect, staying open to new opportunities, and facing fears head-on.

With authenticity and heart, Ashley also talks about the influence of her late mother, the value of relationships in building a career, and her personal mission to use every talent she’s been given to serve others and leave a lasting legacy.

 

You’ll Learn:

  • How working with Pat Summitt shaped Ashley’s leadership and values
  • Why taking risks can open doors you never imagined
  • The career-changing power of relationships and reputation
  • How to face fears and grow through discomfort
  • Why living with purpose leaves the deepest legacy

 

Whether you’re chasing a career in sports, leading in business, or simply seeking motivation to go after your next big leap, Ashley’s story will inspire you to dream bigger and move boldly toward your goals.

 

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