On this episode of MOJO: The Meaning of Life and Business, host Jennifer Glass sits down with Andrea C. McLean, board certified coach, award-winning author, and founder of the ACM Coaching Group. With over 30 years of leadership experience and a passion for helping others find their path forward, Andrea shares her personal journey—from the disappointment of missing a promotion to pivoting into the world of coaching, mentorship, and empowerment.

Together, Jennifer and Andrea dive deep into what it really means to envision and shape your future. Andrea introduces her signature SOAR Method—Shift your mindset, Overcome challenges, Activate your plan, and Reflect and refine—which she uses to guide clients, especially women, as they navigate career transitions and life changes. The conversation covers practical strategies for breaking through limiting beliefs, managing cultural and personal challenges, and the importance of celebrating both big and small wins along the way.

Whether you’re at a crossroads in your career or just want to start thinking more intentionally about your future, this episode is packed with inspiration, actionable advice, and real-life stories to help you decide to be your future self. Get ready to uncover the power of taking action—and find the motivation you need to start your next chapter!

About my guest: Andrea C. McLean, Founder of ACM Coaching Group LLC, is a board-certified life, career, and executive coach with 30+ years of global leadership experience. A champion for women, she mentors at Rider University and Women Unlimited Inc. Andrea holds a master’s in organizational leadership, is an ICF member, and a Thinkers50 High Impact Coaching Enhanced Practitioner. Award-winning author, her latest book, "Decide to Be Your Future Self," won the 2024 Storytrade Award.

Connect with Andrea on Facebook, LinkedIn, IG, YouTube, TikTok, and on the web at https://www.andreacmclean.com.

Keywords: life coaching, career coaching, executive coaching, SOAR method, mindset shift, overcoming challenges, personal growth, leadership, women empowerment, mentoring, future self, goal setting, limiting beliefs, cultural barriers, organizational leadership, coaching certifications, professional development, women's leadership, sponsorship, corporate America, work-life balance, time management, action planning, accountability, celebrating milestones, refining goals, self-reflection, career transitions, personal achievement, online courses