As entrepreneurs, we often think of assets as tangible, like money. But you’re probably overlooking another asset. It’s one that doesn’t show up on spreadsheets, yet it directly affects your decision-making speed, confidence, and overall business growth.

What’s the missing piece? Access. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by options and paralyzed with indecision, it’s time to tap into your access so you can start making decisions and taking action with the tools and information you have.

In this episode of She Thinks Big, you’ll discover how access is a strategic asset that bridges the gap between knowing what to do and actually doing it. I’ll share clips and stories that show how real-time support (whether through coaching, mentorship, or any other trusted expert relationships) leads to faster clarity, better problem-solving, and long-lasting growth.

3:05 – Personal example of how access can save time and energy and reduce uncertainty

4:43 – Why access matters (and what it really means to have it)

7:14 – What research (and clients) say about the tangible impact of having access to a coach

11:52 – How access makes you less reliant and more resilient as an entrepreneur and CEO

13:54 – Steps you can take to analyze your access and start using it as an asset

16:52 – Reminder of what having access as an asset can do for you as a business owner

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Activator is a half-day intensive that helps high-performing women like you get out of strategy limbo and into smart, efficient action fast. We'll reverse engineer your next chapter with clear goals, a custom roadmap, and simplified priority so you can gain traction.

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Most entrepreneurs focus on tracking key metrics like revenue, leads, and conversion rates. But there’s another metric that might matter more, especially for us women entrepreneurs. It’s an often overlooked, yet critical one that can transform the way you lead and scale your business.

In this episode of She Thinks Big, you’ll discover the importance of being seen, supported in real-time, and even spoiled by like-minded coaches and peers. Using clips from clients and my own reflections as a female CEO, you’ll see how being part of a coaching community like the Ascension Collective (formerly the Runway to Freedom Mastermind) provides space to feel heard, cared for, and equipped with the tools you need to succeed.

7:23 – What to keep in mind as you listen to this episode

10:54 – Why being seen and heard isn’t just about others’ listening, but a deeper recognition

14:52 – How access to real-time support changes the trajectory of your decisions and confidence as CEO

17:48 – Why being spoiled at a community retreat is essential, not frivolous or indulgent

21:26 – Transformation of connecting inside a curated mastermind community

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Untangle your time, reset your role, and build systems that don't depend on your every move. No more white-knuckling your way through success because you're not just scaling your business, you're scaling yourself.

Get the clarity and capacity to lead differently and ascend to your next level. Learn how and join us at andrealiebross.com/ascension.

The world is saturated with business coaches who each have their own rulebook and system. But what if all that information isn't actually what you need?

True growth doesn’t come from another person telling you what to do or handing you a playbook. Instead, it comes from powerful questions, reframing perspectives, and unlocking the answers you already have inside of you.

In this episode of She Thinks Big, you’ll be challenged to look beyond the conventional definition of a coach and consider the role of a strategic thought partner. Drawing inspiration from figures like Ted Lasso and Mr. Miyagi, I’ll teach you how a strategic thought partner helps you see the bigger picture, cut through the noise, and move forward with clarity and confidence.

2:22 – The distinction between a coach and a strategic thought partner

6:33 – Example of the power of perspective that a strategic thought partner can provide

7:55 – How coaching skills aren’t industry-specific

9:30 – More examples of the benefits of having strategic thought partners in your corner

11:29 – The role a strategic thought partner should play for you

13:54 – Your next steps to gain the clarity and perspective you need

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Do you ever feel like, despite your success, something is missing or you haven’t quite “arrived”? It’s not as uncommon among women entrepreneurs as you think.

Jennifer Holaday built a solid, profitable custom window treatment business with a great reputation. Yet, for a long time, she felt capped. Instead of being stuck because of failure, she was stuck because of her own success and the cautious mindset that came with it.

In this episode of She Thinks Big, Jennifer opens up about the pivotal moments that helped her break through her limitations, stop playing it safe, and take courageous leaps of faith so she could reach the next level. Through her experience, you’ll see how true growth happens when you invest in yourself and your vision with decisiveness, not after you feel "ready."

2:53 – Jennifer’s introduction and the moment she realized she was stuck

7:12 – How receiving coaching is like learning a new language and vocabulary

9:33 – Decisiveness and a willingness to pivot as vital to being a CEO

11:09 – How Jennifer’s dream of a showroom came together more quickly than she expected

17:15 – Attracting the ideal client by having the ideal business for that client

20:38 – Why confidence is a benefit that comes after taking a big leap

22:47 – The impact of surrounding yourself with other successful women

25:29 – Jennifer’s expertise and what she offers ideal interior design clients

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Jennifer Holaday is the founder and CEO of the Nashville-based Brave Maggie Designs, a window-treatment resource that serves as a tribute to her grandmother, Margaret White. With a dedication to sewing instilled in her by Margaret, she brings a rich history of craftsmanship and a keen eye for detail to every project.

Her journey in the realm of textiles stretches over 15 years of crafting custom curtains, drapery, and shades for homeowners and interior designers. It’s a path that led to proud moments in 2023 when her creations received two 1st place accolades in design and fabrication at the prestigious IWCE-VISION Design & Workroom Competition. Another 1st place award followed in 2024.

Jennifer brings more than just expertise; she promises a journey of transformation that turns spaces into statements and houses into homes.

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The big, glossy postcard invites in the mail…the life-changing workshop email invitation, the networking event of the year…

You’ve seen them all and probably often wondered, “Should I go?” While some might be more convenient to attend, others might be a cross-country plane ride away and require time, money, and other resources that make it harder to orchestrate.

And in the end, is the payoff worth it? Instead of blindly making decisions on which opportunities to attend, a practical framework can help you move beyond “fear of missing out” and convenience and ensure that every event you attend is a strategic step toward your business goals.

In this episode of She Thinks Big, you’ll learn how to confidently choose which events, conferences, and webinars are worth the investment of your time, energy, and money. Using personal stories to illustrate my points, I’ll discuss the challenges you’ll face, things you need to consider, and the exact decision-making filters I use that can help you decide which opportunities are worth your while.

4:41 – Events I’ve decided to go to using my decision filter framework

10:58 – Three challenges you’ll often face when deciding on which events to attend

12:49 – Three filters to help you clarify opportunities worth your time

18:26 – What you should define before attending any event

20:23 – Four things you need to consider to make the most of any opportunity

26:13 – Why the event itself isn’t the investment and your next steps

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The biggest leaps in life and business often come from a willingness to get uncomfortable. Investing in the person you need to become to achieve your dreams is a big part of the process.

Laura Khesin has known this firsthand for a while now. As the visionary behind her budding empire, Society Beauty Bar, her bold decisions and high tolerance for self-investment have stretched and challenged her, transforming big risks into even bigger returns.

In this episode of She Thinks Big, Laura discusses her journey of turning strategic risks into remarkable success, from her early days as a real estate investor to building her thriving salon business. You’ll learn how she courageously navigated major financial commitments to not only grow her business, but also to grow as a leader.

3:10 – How taking a big risk on herself led to Laura’s business and how it (and she) evolved afterward

9:18 – Why high risk tolerance proved key to Laura’s entrepreneurial growth

12:22 – The crucial difference between strategic investment and throwing money at problems

20:30 – Tangible and intangible outcomes for Laura since making big investments into her business

28:10 – What else defines higher-level leadership for Laura

33:00 – Laura’s advice for anyone hesitant to make a big investment

Connect with Laura Khesin

Laura Khesin is the founder and chief stylist at Society Beauty Bar, a boutique salon with locations in the Boston area. After her sophomore year at Suffolk University, she decided to focus on becoming a stylist. She spent five years working for a salon before becoming an independent stylist.

Then in 2017, Laura opened her first salon as a rental property in Arlington. Five years later, she pivoted to offering commission-based salons, which combined the best parts of being an independent stylist with the traditional commission salon model. Through Society, stylists enjoy the same benefits of independent contractors without the nuances of working for themselves and can grow their careers with freedom and a salon family that supports them in their aspirations.

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There’s something not on your calendar that still takes up a lot of headspace. It’s something that no one really talks about. And it’s this:

You can be fully booked—calendar, clientele roster, and all—and still feel completely lonely in your business. Why? Because you have no one to bounce ideas off or to serve as a sounding board for tough decisions. It’s just you at the top.

In this episode of She Thinks Big, you’ll learn about the impact of entrepreneurial loneliness on you as a business owner. I’ll discuss the isolationism of being the one in charge, the stages of entrepreneurial loneliness, and what you can do to protect yourself against it (emphasizing the importance of having a real support system early on).

2:46 – The invisible weight of decision fatigue

5:06 – How entrepreneurial loneliness evolves in three stages

8:14 – How an iceberg resembles your business and you as its CEO

9:21 – What real community looks like for women entrepreneurs

11:58 – Self check-in, your assignment, and an invitation

15:08 – How to build protection against loneliness before it takes its toll

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On the outside, everything looks golden. You’ve built your business. Maybe you’ve grown it to six or seven figures. You thought this kind of success would equal freedom, but it feels more like a straitjacket. All those bookings on your calendar have you busy and burnt out.

So what’s this all about, and how can you embrace a new way forward?

In this episode of She Thinks Big, you’ll discover the hidden time poverty that even the most successful women entrepreneurs experience. I’ll teach you the mindset behind your calendar, practical tools to shift it, and the mental space you must reclaim.

4:36 – The success time trap that most people don’t talk about

6:27 – Your calendar as a mirror and the calendar confidence gap you need to close

8:36 – The importance of giving yourself time to think and not think

11:18 – How a calendar detox helps you shift your mindset (with a practical exercise)

14:53 – Takeaways and your calendar autopsy assignment for the week

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