Hosted By: Amanda McKinney | Inspired By: Mel Robbins, Brene Brown, Steven Bartlett, Andrew Huberman
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Send us a text When your outside matches your inside, your goals get clearer and your confidence naturally follows. In this episode of Accountable, I’m joined by brand strategist and stylist Ellie Steinbrink, founder of Style Decoded, for a conversation that goes far beyond clothes. We’re talking about how the way you show up (visually, energetically, and authentically) shapes your confidence, clarity, and success. Ellie shares: Why true style isn’t about aesthetics, it’s about alignment How...
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Send us a text When your outside matches your inside, your goals get clearer and your confidence naturally follows. In this episode of Accountable, I’m joined by brand strategist and stylist Ellie Steinbrink, founder of Style Decoded, for a conversation that goes far beyond clothes. We’re talking about how the way you show up (visually, energetically, and authentically) shapes your confidence, clarity, and success. Ellie shares: Why true style isn’t about aesthetics, it’s about alignment How...
Send us a text When your outside matches your inside, your goals get clearer and your confidence naturally follows. In this episode of Accountable, I’m joined by brand strategist and stylist Ellie Steinbrink, founder of Style Decoded, for a conversation that goes far beyond clothes. We’re talking about how the way you show up (visually, energetically, and authentically) shapes your confidence, clarity, and success. Ellie shares: Why true style isn’t about aesthetics, it’s about alignment How...
Send us a text You know that quiet voice that whispers, “You should’ve done more today”? Yeah, you’re not the only one hearing it. In this solo episode of Accountable, I dig into the hidden cost of always feeling behind and why so many ambitious entrepreneurs struggle with what she calls chronic dissatisfaction. You’ll learn: Why driven people rarely feel satisfied (even when they’re accomplishing a lot) How to redefine what “enough” actually means for you The difference between a to-do list...
Send us a text You can work all day, check off every box, and still feel behind and it’s not because you’re lazy or unmotivated. It’s because effort doesn’t always equal progress. In this episode of Accountable, I unpack why ambitious, driven people often confuse motion with momentum and what to do when you feel like you’re constantly moving but not getting anywhere. You’ll learn: The difference between being busy and being productive Why clarity, capacity, and commitment (the 3 Cs of my Mom...
Send us a text What if the rules you’ve been following your whole life…aren’t actually yours? In this powerful conversation with business strategist and podcaster Holly Haynes, we talk about what it really means to “unravel” from corporate conditioning and create new rules for your business, your schedule, and your life. Why she left a 22-year corporate career to build a life-first business The tiny experiments that helped her break free from old patterns The two questions she asks herself (...
Send us a text If you’ve ever wondered why making progress feels so difficult, here’s the truth: change is hard because your brain is wired to resist it. In this solo episode, I walk you through the Transtheoretical Model of Behavior Change, a proven framework that explains the 5 stages we all move through when trying to change habits, pursue goals, or rewrite old stories. You’ll learn: Why resistance isn’t failure, it’s part of the process The 5 stages of change (pre-contemplation, contempl...
Send us a text Being ambitious is a gift but it can also leave you feeling like you’re never doing enough. That’s where gratitude comes in. In this episode of Accountable, I’m breaking down the tension so many high-achievers feel between striving for more and being satisfied with where they are. You’ll learn how to use what I call the Gratitude Glue to bring ambition and satisfaction together and a simple reflection practice you can start today. We’ll cover: Why ambition is something to cele...
Send us a text Money isn’t just about numbers, it’s about meaning, motivators, and mindset. In this powerful episode of Accountable, I sit down with Megan Hale, former psychotherapist turned fintech founder and creator of Dream Money™. Megan shares her personal journey through business pivots, debt, motherhood, and entrepreneurship and how it all shaped her groundbreaking work around money motivators and building a secure relationship with money. We cover: How to identify your personal money...
Send us a text Ever wonder how Navy SEALs, Olympic athletes, and top executives keep going when everything around them feels like chaos? Performance psychologist Dr. Amy Athey has worked with some of the world’s most elite performers and in this conversation, she breaks down the exact 3-step process they use to move forward in high-stakes moments. This isn’t just for athletes or CEOs, it’s a system anyone can use when life feels overwhelming or change feels hard. Because taking care of yourse...
Send us a text When Taylor Swift said, “You should think of your energy as if it’s expensive, as if it’s a luxury item. Not everyone can afford it,” the internet went wild. And for good reason because we needed to hear it. In this solo episode of Accountable, I break down how to apply Taylor’s wisdom beyond relationships and criticism, into your everyday goals, projects, and business tasks. You’ll learn: How to do an Energy Audit The difference between “luxury tasks” and “cheap tasks” ...
Send us a text Welcome to Part 3 of our 3-part series on accountability. In this episode, I’m joined by my client Amy Bors, a successful business owner who manages nearly 200 employees and over 6,000 units in her property management company. On paper, everything looked incredible but inside, Amy felt buried by busywork, drowning in emails, and losing her joy for the work she once loved. That’s when she invested in paid accountability through coaching. In this episode, Amy shares: Why s...
Send us a text Welcome to Part 2 of our 3-part series on accountability. Sometimes, all it takes is saying your idea out loud to the right people. Today I’m joined by Nancy Moore, speaker, podcaster, and event host, whose peer accountability group helped her turn a “maybe someday” idea into 11 successful events attended by 459 people (and counting). We talk about: How peer accountability differs from personal and paid support The moment Nancy’s idea shifted into action Why your peer group ne...
Send us a text Welcome to Part 1 of our 3-part series on accountability, inspired by my research (Ep. 43). In this first conversation, I’m joined by my friend and brand strategist, Danait Berhe, who shares how she leaned on personal accountability and AI during one of the biggest transitions of her life, returning to work after maternity leave. Danait opens up about: Why she turned to AI to get an honest view of her time and capacity The ABC Week method she created to work with her energy in...
Send us a text Most women believe they can hold themselves accountable but the data tells a different story. In my latest research with 116 women entrepreneurs, 81% said they prefer self-accountability tools like planners or lists…but only 6% said it actually works. That’s what I call The Accountability Gap No One Talks About. In this episode, I’m breaking down my research results that includes data related to personality assessments including the Enneagram, Myers Briggs, Four Tendencies an...
Send us a text If you’ve been waiting for the perfect time to make progress on your goals, this is it. We’re officially stepping into the most productive time of the year, and it’s not just my opinion, it’s backed by research. In this solo episode, I’m breaking down: Why September, October, and November are proven productivity powerhouses The psychology behind the “fresh start effect” and how back-to-school energy impacts you How to harness this season’s momentum without burning out The refle...
Send us a text You know that thing you keep saying you want to do…but haven’t done yet? This episode is for you. In this solo episode, I explore what it’s really costing you when you stay stuck: emotionally, energetically, and mentally. It’s not just about time. When you delay taking action on something you care about, it chips away at your confidence, drains your energy, and blocks your sense of fulfillment. This episode will help you get real with yourself about what you want, what's holdin...
Send us a text What if the very words you use to describe yourself are holding you back? In this episode, therapist and entrepreneur Christy Pennison joins me for a powerful conversation about how labels—like "procrastinator" or "not business-minded"—can quietly limit our potential. We explore the importance of self-awareness, the difference between identity and habit, and how small, brave steps (plus the right support!) can help you rewrite the story you’re living by. If you're ready to rele...
Send us a text You’ve likely heard someone say “just visualize it” but what does that even mean in the middle of a chaotic Tuesday or when you’re spinning out about your next big move? In this episode, executive coach Lauren Berlin breaks down the practice of visualization in a way that’s actually doable (and dare we say fun) for everyday life and entrepreneurship. We talk about how to use visualization when you’re overwhelmed, why you’re probably already doing it without realizing it, and h...
Send us a text In this special episode, I’m sharing a powerful message from my friend Assia Mahmood, originally aired on her podcast She Busy. It hit me so deeply that I asked if I could share it with you too. Assia unpacks a phrase we all need in our back pocket: “I reserve the right to change my mind.” As entrepreneurs, we’re taught to follow through at all costs but what if honoring your original plan is actually getting in the way of your vision? This episode is your permission slip to l...
Send us a text If you’ve been thinking about quitting—your goal, your business, your big dream—this episode is for you. I share a powerful letter I wrote just for moments like this. It's not a guilt trip. It’s an honest, heartfelt message to help you figure out whether it's time to release what no longer fits—or dig deep and keep going. Save this for the tough days, and send it to a friend who needs it too. Resources Mentioned: Capacity Calculator: https://amandamckinney.com/calculator...
Send us a text What if the next level of your life and business isn’t about doing more—but about becoming someone new? In this deeply honest and inspiring conversation, Liz Hartke shares how a life-altering event shifted her perspective, leading her to create and pursue her “Big Next”—a calling-aligned vision that changed everything. We talk about the difference between big goals and your true Big Next, how to prune what no longer serves you, and the power of delegating with intention. Liz a...
Send us a text When your outside matches your inside, your goals get clearer and your confidence naturally follows. In this episode of Accountable, I’m joined by brand strategist and stylist Ellie Steinbrink, founder of Style Decoded, for a conversation that goes far beyond clothes. We’re talking about how the way you show up (visually, energetically, and authentically) shapes your confidence, clarity, and success. Ellie shares: Why true style isn’t about aesthetics, it’s about alignment How...
