Accountable
by Hosted By: Amanda McKinney | Inspired By: Mel Robbins, Brene Brown, Steven Bartlett, Andrew Huberman · 75 episodes
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Hosted by Amanda McKinney, Accountable is a podcast that infuses grace and fun into accountability. Forget about rigid rules and feelings of guilt, this is your weekly dose of real-talk inspiration packed with honest conversations, research-backed information, actionable strategies, and inspiring interviews from those who’ve been there, done that (and maybe even cried in the bathroom once or twice). Everything is about helping you take action and see results so you achieve your goals but not lose your sanity in the process because…you deserve it!
Latest episodes
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13 min
Ep. 74 - The Power of the Intentional Pause
Send a textWhat if the most strategic move you could make right now isn’t to push harder… or quit altogether… but to pause on purpose? In this episode, I introduce a third option w…
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16 min
Ep. 73 - "Miss It & Move On" The Mantra That Changes Everything
Send a textThis episode is built around a simple phrase that has stayed with me for years, one that’s shaped how I coach, how I teach, and how I live my life.“Miss it and move on.”…
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14 min
Ep. 72 - Embrace The Shake: Progress Despite Limitations (inspired by artist Phil Hansen)
Send a textMost of us are great at following through on a plan… as long as nothing changes.But that’s not real life.In this episode, I share a story that completely reframed how I…
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17 min
Ep. 71 - How to Stop Being Reactive and Start Feeling Proactive Again
Send a textThis episode came from a conversation I had with an entrepreneur who had a great year on paper but still felt scattered, overwhelmed, and reactive. So we went back to th…
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15 min
Ep. 70 - Grit or Quit? How to Know When to Push and When to Let Go (inspired by Adam Grant)
Send a textWe hear it all the time: don’t quit, finish what you start, push through. And while grit absolutely matters, there’s a side of this conversation we don’t talk about enou…
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31 min
Ep. 69 - Why Frameworks Work (and How to Know If One Is Worth Following)
Send a textThis episode was inspired by a single email and it made everything click. In this conversation, I break down what a real framework actually is, why frameworks are so pow…
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17 min
Ep. 68 - The Money Conversation Women Are Afraid to Have
Send a textThis episode is for the woman who feels conflicted about money, especially if you don’t need it… but you want it. In this honest, unscripted conversation, I share a mome…
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29 min
Ep. 67 - Progress Doesn’t Require a Perfect Plan (or a Perfect Life)
Send a textIf you’ve been waiting for life to calm down (or for your plan to feel “perfect”) before taking action, this episode is your permission slip to stop waiting. In this epi…
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16 min
Ep. 66 - How to Stop Breaking Promises to Yourself in 2026 & Achieve Your Goals
Send a textHappy New Year, my friend. If this is the year you want to actually follow through on your goals, this episode is for you. Research shows that 80% of people stop working…
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20 min
Ep. 65 - Before You Plan 2026… Do This 30-Minute Reflection Exercise
Send a textYou don’t need a complicated year-end ritual, you need a clear one. In the final episode of 2025, I walk you through a simple but deeply transformative 30-minute reflect…
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5 min
Ep. 60 – Pep Talk Series: When Self-Doubt Gets Loud
Send a textIf self-doubt is shouting in your ear today, this pep talk is your reminder that nothing is wrong with you, your brain is simply trying to keep you safe. I share in this…
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4 min
Ep. 61 – Pep Talk Series: When You’re Not Motivated
Send a textMotivation isn’t a character trait, it’s a feeling. And feelings come and go. So if you’re not feeling motivated today, you’re not alone… and nothing is wrong. This pep…
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5 min
Ep. 62 – Pep Talk Series: When You’re Wondering If It Even Matters
Send a textWhen you start questioning whether what you're doing even matters, it can stop your progress fast. But here’s the truth: if your idea, dream, or goal has been tugging at…
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8 min
Ep. 63 – Pep Talk Series: When Criticism Stings
Send a textCriticism hurts the most when it comes from someone you love or trust. This pep talk helps you navigate that pain without abandoning your dreams. Your dream was given to…
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5 min
Ep. 64 – Pep Talk Series: When You Feel Like Giving Up
Send a textGiving up usually doesn’t happen at the beginning, it happens in the messy middle, after you’ve worked hard and you’re exhausted. But you might need a little encourageme…
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56 min
Ep. 59 - [Alyson Caffrey] The Year-End Reset Every Woman Entrepreneur Needs
Send a textBefore you set your goals for the new year, there’s one step most women entrepreneurs skip, the reset. In this powerful conversation with systems & maternity leave strat…
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13 min
Ep. 58 - 4 Questions to Help You Find Meaning & Gratitude in a Hard Year
Send a textIf this year felt heavier, harder, or more exhausting than you expected… you’re not alone. And nothing is wrong with you for wondering: Is this still worth it? Will it e…
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16 min
Ep. 57 - How to Make Smart Black Friday Purchases That Will Support Your Goals
Send a textBlack Friday can be exciting and overwhelming. The deals are everywhere, the prices are tempting, and suddenly your cart is full of things you didn’t even know you neede…
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19 min
Ep. 56 - Stop Setting Goals...Start Designing Them
Send a textIf you’ve ever set a goal, lost steam halfway through, and thought, “What’s wrong with me?”, this episode will change how you think about goal setting forever. I share m…
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42 min
Ep. 55 – [Ellie Steinbrink] Alignment Over Aesthetics: Building a Brand That Feels Like You
Send a textWhen 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 s…