She Thinks Big with Andrea Liebross

Big thinking is easy. You can daydream about grand ideas all day long, but taking action on that thinking can often feel like a hurdle. So if you struggle to take big action that actually makes an impact or moves the needle on your dream, then buckle in and listen up!In this episode of the She Thinks Big podcast, you’ll learn how to close the gap between your big thinking ideas and taking big action. I’ll teach you what happens when you don’t turn your big thinking into action, what’s holding you back from doing so, and some strategies to help you bridge the gap.2:25 - The big idea versus big action gap and why merely thinking big or small isn’t enough7:26 - The cost of not taking big action and three reasons why inaction is holding you back10:07 - Three strategies to help you bridge the big action gap13:00 - A three-step call-to-action exercise you can do todayMentioned In Bridging the Gap Between Thinking Big and Taking Big ActionsKnow Your Value: Women, Money, and Getting What You’re Worth by Mika BrzezinskiShe Thinks Big by Andrea LiebrossAndrea’s Links | Book a Call With AndreaAndrea on LinkedIn, Instagram, and Facebook

Do you ever think to yourself in frustration, “Why can’t I just figure this out?!”As entrepreneurs, we’re used to trying on different hats and often think we should be able to manage ourselves and discover how to make all things click for us. But there’s a reason why you can’t totally manage yourself or figure everything out on your own.In this episode of the She Thinks Big podcast, you’ll learn why trying to manage yourself is a trap and an almost impossible task. I’ll teach you why you feel stuck and how to break from the cycle that prevents you from managing yourself effectively.2:34 - The trap of self-management3:59 - Blind spots and the fears that drive them6:20 - How a guide and community make all the difference8:20 - Why it’s almost impossible for you to see what’s really going on10:00 - How to start uncovering what you don’t knowMentioned In Why Progress Feels Slow and How to Fix It She Thinks Big by Andrea LiebrossAndrea’s Links | Book a Call With AndreaAndrea on LinkedIn, Instagram, and Facebook

There’s a feeling that comes when the clock hits a certain point on Sunday. Many working people feel a sense of dread. Women business owners get hit with it hard due to the many responsibilities they have inside and outside their business. If you’re one of them, instead of continuing to feel like Sunday nights suck, let’s change perspective and figure out how you can make them something to look forward to instead.In this episode of the She Thinks Big podcast, you’ll learn why so many people don’t like Sunday nights and how you can get past dreading them to owning them. I’ll give you insights and examples to help those nights truly feel like a fresh start and not a burden.2:18 - Why so many of us dread Sunday nights3:19 - How to set the tone proactively and choose your experience for the week5:48 - Why you need to carve out time for yourself and examples of how you can do it8:50 - The key to making the time you plan for yourself impactful9:47 - Five steps to put it all together so that Sunday nights no longer suck12:06 - Support if Sunday nights feel overwhelming for youMentioned In How to Get Past Dreading Sunday Nights & Own Them InsteadJournal of Happiness StudiesShe Thinks Big by Andrea LiebrossBook a Call With AndreaAndrea on LinkedIn, Instagram, and Facebook

Accountability is so misunderstood. People often think it means more restriction when it actually gives you more freedom. And you might be skeptically thinking “How?” right now, so let’s dive into it!In this episode of She Thinks Big, you’ll learn what accountability really means and how it impacts your level of success. Through expert perspectives and client stories, I’ll reveal why accountability is liberating and one of the most powerful things you can practice for yourself.3:29 - What accountability really is and what it can do for your chances of success5:27 - How my client discovered how liberating accountability can be7:38 - Why accountability works so powerfully11:42 - The ultimate accountability partner you can haveMentioned In Accountability Myths That Are Holding You Back in BusinessThe Power of Habit: Why We Do What We Do in Life and Business by Charles DuhiggShe Thinks Big by Andrea LiebrossBook a Call With AndreaAndrea on LinkedIn, Instagram, and Facebook

How often do you find yourself thinking, “I just can’t seem to catch a break?”We’ve all had those weeks when it seems like everything goes wrong and the universe is out to get us. Sometimes it drags on you, and you start to wonder if it’ll ever end! It can, and I want to help you break the cycle.In this episode of She Thinks Big, you’ll learn about a three-step approach that can help you process your experiences and regain control when you feel stuck in a loop. I’ll also reveal what’s really driving the bus when you feel like everything is out of control or you’re stuck in a downward spiral.3:45 - What’s behind the feeling of not being able to catch a break8:25 - How the observation technique helps you process things and get out of a negative loop16:26 - Why embracing routines can help break you out of the “can’t catch a break” cycle19:31 - How to accept your negative feelings and rein them in so you don’t get stuck in toxicityMentioned In How to Regain Control of Your Life When You Can’t Catch a Break“What to Do When You Can’t Catch a Break” by Kristin Wong | The New York TimesPodcast RoadmapShe Thinks Big by Andrea LiebrossAndrea’s LinksBook a Call with AndreaAndrea on LinkedIn, Instagram, and FacebookLeadership Lessons From The Great BooksUnderstanding great literature is better than trying to read and understand (yet)...Listen on: Apple Podcasts   Spotify

“What if it doesn’t work out? What if my circumstances change? What if people don’t like it?”These are the kinds of questions that pop up when you’re worried about making the wrong decision. You desperately want to make it easier on yourself instead, feel more confident in your choices, and stop second-guessing yourself all the time! But you can’t help getting that anxious feeling when the time comes for the “big” decision.However, you can fix this! If you want to free yourself from the anxiety of decision-making and have an easier time with it, the key is learning how to do it from an abundance perspective.In this episode of She Thinks Big, you’ll learn how to make decisions from a place of trust and abundance instead of fear and scarcity. I’ll also reveal to you why doing this opens up so many possibilities, simplifies and speeds up everything, and is so much more fun!4:20 - Why making decisions out of fear is holding you back and the importance of questioning why you’re making a decision10:27 - How to avoid deciding out of fear and practice easier decision-making for yourself14:25 - Why it’s so vital for you to make decisions from a place of abundance18:21 - The importance of not deciding based on other people’s opinions and feeling confident about your choices22:15 - The lack of second-guessing yourself that comes when you make decisions from a place of abundanceMentioned In How to Make Decisions From a Place of Abundance Instead of ScarcityShe Thinks Big by Andrea LiebrossAndrea’s LinksBook a Call with AndreaAndrea on LinkedIn, Instagram, and FacebookLeadership Lessons From The Great BooksUnderstanding great literature is better than trying to read and understand (yet)...Listen on: Apple Podcasts   Spotify

Discover how being present can transform your happiness and success. Explore practical insights on mindfulness, especially during the busy holiday season. Learn why the allure of future happiness can backfire and how focusing on the now can elevate your personal and professional life. Unpack anecdotes that highlight the joy of simple moments and recognize the thoughts that signal when you’re not fully present. Embrace the power of the present to unlock your full potential!

Happy clients mean steady income, right? Naturally, you want to keep clients satisfied, but is focusing solely on immediate client work holding you back from even bigger opportunities? It may sound counterintuitive, but prioritizing short-term gains can sometimes prevent you from unlocking long-term financial success.In this episode of She Thinks Big, you’ll discover six surprising reasons why constantly putting clients first might actually cost you more than you realize. Plus, I’ll share four practical steps to help you shift away from a client-first mindset and make space for strategic growth that boosts your business in the long run.2:27 - The “more clients equals more money” trap and how you could be sacrificing long-term wealth for short-term revenue6:15 - How client work can blind you to the bigger money you’re missing7:52 - What keeps you from scaling your business and the opportunity cost of playing small10:52 - The investment you might not be making that leads to bigger financial returns13:24 - Four ways to break free from your client-first mindsetMentioned In Why Putting Client Work First Is Costing You Big OpportunitiesShe Thinks Big by Andrea LiebrossVision to Action IntensiveBook a Call With AndreaAndrea on LinkedIn, Instagram, and Facebook

What are you making the facts about your business mean?When you look back on what happened in your business over the last year, you create stories around the goals, aspirations, or milestones you hit or missed, but you might not understand how your perception of things can sometimes mislead you. By recognizing specific patterns, you can make balanced decisions, foster resilience, and drive business with clarity and confidence.In this episode of She Thinks Big, you’ll learn about four common thinking patterns that can skew your perspective, preventing you from seeing the full picture and adjusting your lens to reality. I’ll also give examples to illustrate each that you might find all too familiar as a female business owner.3:56 - How you might let biased thinking affect what you see5:40 - How you might make mountains out of molehills and emotionally distort things7:40 - How you might overgeneralize and take things personally9:21 - How black-and-white thinking and stories you tell yourself can skew your viewMentioned In 4 Thought Patterns That Can Skew Your Perception About Your BusinessShe Thinks Big by Andrea LiebrossBook a Call With AndreaAndrea on LinkedIn, Instagram, and Facebook

Think back to when you were a child. You looked at the adults around you and expected them to provide for you. You watched or listened to stories of Princes Charming and knights in shining armor saving the day. Then, when you became an adult yourself, you were expected to “leave childish things” behind.But are you still expecting other people to meet your needs (like you’re stuck in some movie waiting for a partner to “complete you”)? Are you looking to others to fix something for you instead of helping you solve your problems? If so, let me help you take on the reins of responsibility here.In this episode of She Thinks Big, you’ll learn my four-step process for meeting your own needs. I’ll also explain the gift that comes with higher needs and why fulfilling them yourself is so much better for the people you’d otherwise rely on.1:59 - Six things to listen for that’ll be explored in this episode5:55 - Why your higher needs are a gift8:29 - Why you shouldn’t expect other people to meet your needs (and the benefit it bestows to others)13:47 - Step one: how to pay attention to and differentiate between your clean vs. dirty pain17:29 - Step two: how to welcome the knowing of the pain you’re experiencing21:50 - Step three: how to hold space for the solution to meet your needs to come to you27:29 - Step four: how offering your complete self to the world can inspire you moving forwardMentioned In How to Meet Your Own Needs in 4 Easy StepsShe Thinks Big Andrea’s LinksBook a Call with AndreaAndrea on LinkedIn, Instagram, and FacebookLeadership Lessons From The Great BooksUnderstanding great literature is better than trying to read and understand (yet)...Listen on: Apple Podcasts   Spotify