Accountable
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!
Episodes
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...
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 relationsh...
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 ove...
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 En...
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 accountabilit...
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 s...
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 tim...
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 pers...
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 yo...
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 ...
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 s...
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 overwhel...
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...
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.
Resour...
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...
Ever feel like everything’s falling apart because one day didn’t go as planned? You’re not alone—and you’re not behind. In this real-time coaching moment, I share a powerful mindset shift and a 4-step strategy to help you get back on track without the guilt. Learn how to tell the difference between procrastinating and prioritizing, lighten your mental load, and move forward with clarity and confidence. Save this one f...
Bestselling author, podcaster, and speaker Annie F. Downs joins me to share how she built a thriving business by staying in her zone of genius—and letting go of everything else. In this honest and energizing conversation, Annie pulls back the curtain on what it really takes to pursue big goals without burning out, from hiring before you feel ready to embracing radical accountability as a form of self-care.
We...
Ever wonder why some accountability methods work for you while others don’t? Turns out, your personality type plays a big role in how you stay motivated and follow through on your goals! In this episode, I sit down with Katie Loesch, a corporate trainer and expert in personality assessments, to explore how understanding your unique strengths can transform the way you work, communicate, and hold yourself accountable.
What does it take to thrive in male-dominated industries, stay committed to big goals, and trust the process when progress feels slow? Professional race car driver and entrepreneur Sabre Cook joins Amanda to talk about what it really looks like to pursue bold dreams—on and off the track. From visualization and mindset work to building a supportive team and reframing failure, Sabre shares how she stays grounded while g...
Being independent doesn’t mean you have to do everything by yourself. In this episode, I’m getting real about one of the biggest mistakes ambitious women make—trying to go it alone. I share why asking for help isn’t weakness, how community can fast-track your goals, and a free event to help you find the support you need to keep moving forward.
Register for the free networking event on June 13th here: http://a...
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