Episode 31: What Kind of Leader Do You Want to Be?

Have you ever paused to define the kind of leader you want to be—not the one your title expects or your company rewards, but the one that reflects your values and vision?

In this episode:

• The 3-word leadership motto that has shaped my journey

• Why defining your leadership identity brings clarity and confidence

• A simple but powerful exercise to guide your next leadership evolution

• The difference between reactive leadership and intentional presence

Whether you’re leading a team, a project, or your own life—this episode is your invitation to pause, reflect, and choose on purpose.

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If you ever find yourself working harder each day but not really moving the needle, feeling stretched thin by endless meetings, or stuck re-solving the same problems, you’re not alone—and you might be running on a path that leads straight to burnout.

In today’s conversation, I’ll walk you through the telltale signs that you’re trapped in growth mode, and why simply grinding harder isn’t a sustainable solution. I’ll share stories from my own coaching clients and personal journey, highlighting real-world shifts that help leaders move into a place of sustainable impact. We’ll explore how to make decisions faster, delegate more effectively, and build the kind of emotional capacity needed to support yourself and your team—without having to keep piling on more hours or stress.

If you’re ready to stop just “getting by” and start multiplying your impact (without multiplying your exhaustion), you’re in the right place. Let’s figure out how to transition your leadership from growth to scale—and reclaim your energy, clarity, and long-term influence. Let’s get started!

What You’ll Learn:

• 5 signs you’re stuck in growth mode (and how to recognize them)

• Why more effort isn’t the solution—it’s the problem

• The mindset shift every leader must make to scale their impact

• How to build emotional capacity and lead without doing everything yourself

• How to give meaningful feedback (without emotional baggage)

Client Stories Inside:

• Matt: The overwhelmed leader juggling global expansion and team drama

• A business owner stuck in indecision around her “best and final offer”

If You’re Asking:

• Why am I working harder but getting less done?

• Why is delegating so hard?

• How can I stop being the bottleneck?

…you’re in the right place.

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On this week's episode, Audrey talks with Amy Scott, a financial coach specializing in helping women and couples redefine their relationships with money. Amy shares how she transitioned from traditional financial advising to financial coaching to better align with her passion for holistic financial wellness.

Amy discusses the emotional barriers and hidden shame many feel around money, particularly women, and how financial transparency can break these cycles. She emphasizes that true peace of mind around finances doesn't come simply from having more money, but from having a clear, intentional plan. Audrey and Amy also discuss how money affects identity, the psychological patterns that keep us stuck, and how to create sustainable change through mindset shifts and practical planning.

If you're tired of feeling financially stuck or secretly stressed about money, this episode will help you start to move toward real clarity, confidence, and freedom.

Amy Scott: https://amyscottcoaching.com/

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Not all pain is the same. In this episode, I’m inviting you to look at the discomfort you’ve grown used to—the kind that keeps you stuck. Because here’s the truth: change can hurt, yes. But so can staying exactly where you are.

If you’ve been circling a decision, resisting a move, or telling yourself “it’s not that bad,” this one’s for you. You might be surprised by what you're tolerating. And more than that—you might be ready to choose the discomfort that actually leads to growth.

In this episode, I talk about:

• Why staying the same also carries pain (you just stopped noticing it)

• The subtle ways you adapt to discomfort and start calling it normal

• What LA traffic taught me about invisible stress

• Why you don’t have to wait for a crisis to choose change

• A reflection prompt to help you decide what’s next

• How coaching can help when you’re ready but unsure where to begin

→ Want help navigating the discomfort of change? Book a free coaching consult: https://bit.ly/bookacallwithaudrey.

Feeling stuck? Chances are, you're actually overthinking.

In this episode, I share insights into the hidden costs of indecision—not just financially, but emotionally and energetically, and the toll it takes on our confidence.

You'll learn:

• Why overthinking feels productive but actually keeps you from moving forward.

• How fear of failure and perfectionism are often at the root of indecision.

• Practical steps to stop the cycle of analysis paralysis, starting with identifying the real fears behind your hesitation.

• How making just one small, aligned decision creates momentum and clarity.

Ready to break free from indecision? I can help you get clear, get moving, and get results. Book a consult call today to start your journey.

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In this episode, I’m joined by my friend and fellow coach, Piper Watson. Piper is a business coach for unconventional people, and we had such a rich conversation about what it really takes to make a pivot—whether that’s in your career, your business, or just in life.

We talk about clarity, mindset, courage, and why the timeline for change is often longer than we think. You’ll hear us reflect on our own journeys, how we've helped our clients navigate what's next, and the ways people get stuck when they’re waiting for someone else to define their path.

We dive into personal value, the power of being in rooms with the right people, and why coaching is such a critical piece of the puzzle.

We cover:

• Piper’s path to becoming a coach for unconventional entrepreneurs

• Why people get stuck—and how to get unstuck

• The “new normal” of nonlinear career paths

• Building a life-first business (not a hustle-first one)

• What it actually takes to pivot—hint: it’s not fast

• The power of expanders and surrounding yourself with the right people

• Personal value propositions and defining the experience of you

• How long a career pivot really takes—and why that’s okay

• Coaching as the mirror to reflect the truth and challenge your limiting beliefs

• How to bridge where you are with where you want to go

• The role of faith, identity, and mindset in life transitions

Links and Resources:

• Piper Watson's Website

• • Piper’s Secret Podcast: The Life First Business Blueprint (available via her website)

  
  

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Episode 25: That Inner Mean Voice That’s Sabotaging Your Growth

We all have that voice in our head—the one that whispers, critiques, and sometimes shouts us down. In this episode, I walk you through the cast of characters that make up your “Inner Mean Voice.” These are mental habits that once protected you, but now often hold you back from growth, connection, and confidence.

In this episode, I cover:

• Why that inner voice isn’t actually you

• The Master Antagonist: The Judge

• 7 Common Inner Mean Voice characters (like The Perfectionist, The Pleaser, and The Controller)

• 3 “Hyper” antagonists you’ll recognize if you’re achievement-driven or hyper-alert

• How to recognize, name, and challenge the stories these voices tell

• A powerful question to ask when one of them shows up

• Why awareness is your first (and most powerful) step

🎧 Listen in and learn how to shift those narratives so they no longer run the show.

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In this rich and honest conversation, I sit down with Jeanine Mouchawar, a life coach for parents of teens, to explore how we can parent differently—especially during the high school years. Jeanine shares her personal journey, from struggling through chaos and disconnection with her kids to building stronger, more collaborative relationships through transformative communication strategies.

We talk about the unique emotional challenges teens face today, how our old parenting defaults often sabotage connection, and what it means to truly empower your child for life beyond your home. Whether you're parenting an overachiever, a child with ADD, or simply navigating shifting dynamics as your kids grow, this episode is filled with “aha” moments and practical tools.

In This Episode:

• Jeanine’s story of parenting three very different kids and what changed everything

• Why communication is the key to cooperation—and how to do it differently

• The four categories of common teen behavior challenges

• How expectations can create disconnection between parents and kids

• The power of emotional regulation and the “do-over” tool

• Moving from reward/punishment to values-based boundaries

• Tips for fostering psychological safety in your home

• Why it’s never too late to strengthen your relationship with your child

Links + Resources:

• Connect with Jeanine Mouchawar:

  • Website: jeaninemouchawar.com

  • Instagram: @jeaninemouchawarcoaching

  • Facebook: Jeanine Mouchawar Coaching

  • TikTok: Jeanine Mouchawar Coaching

• Book a complimentary consultation with Jeanine via her website

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