A LOT with Audra

Apr 14 2025 15 ep. 24 mins 1
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"A LOT with Audra" is the podcast for women juggling big dreams and full lives. Each episode, host, Audra Dinell, Midwestern wife, mom and neurodivergent multi-six figure entrepreneur encourages women to embrace their many roles holistically by living a values-based life with confidence and joy. Through candid discussions, practical strategies and inspiring stories, this podcast is your guide to designing and achieving success without losing yourself in the process.

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Don't Settle: Finding Fulfillment in Your Career

Apr 14 2025 18 mins  
Are you doing work that truly fulfills you? Today, we explore the importance of pursuing a career that aligns with your passions and aptitudes. Revisiting an article I wrote in 2014, we’ll take a look at my own personal journey of job satisfaction, the risks and rewards of finding fulfilling work, and the value of never settling. Learn why it's crucial to engage in work that ligh

Strengths, Roles, and Building a Harmonious Work Culture

Apr 07 2025 34 mins  
Do you know your strengths and how they impact your work? Get an inside look at how we built a thriving, cohesive team at The Thread! We discuss the significance of knowing your strengths, how they align with your role, and the impact of working in your zone of genius. Plus, you'll meet the fantastic women behind The Thread: Audra, Kendra, Kristen, and Sierra, who share their uniqu

Plan Your Q2 With Me: Harness the Fresh Start

Mar 31 2025 20 mins  
Do you love the idea of a fresh start? Whether it's the beginning of a new week, month, or even a quarter, fresh starts can give us hope and motivation. Today we get into the science behind the Fresh Start Effect, exploring how significant dates can psychologically motivate us to initiate positive changes. I'll also walk you through my detailed process of planning for the second qu

Building Confidence Through Personal Style

Mar 24 2025 26 mins  
Today we explore the intersection of creativity, confidence, and self-expression in the world of fashion and personal style. I’m joined by style curator Jessica Branding, the general manager of Bradley Fair. Jessica discusses into the importance of personal style and how it influences our confidence, and the stories our clothing tells. Discover tips on how to find your unique sty

Create Your Own Luck

Mar 17 2025 29 mins  
Happy St. Patty's Day! On today’s green-themed show, we'll explore how to create your own luck. We will get into some powerful insights from psychologist Richard Wiseman and entrepreneur Sarah Blakely. And how does luck have a relationship with your mindset, taking action, and being open to opportunities. Learn practical tips on cultivating a growth mindset, such as embracing cha

10 Fresh Ideas to Cultivate a Joyful Life This Spring

Mar 10 2025 25 mins  
It is time to celebrate with a lighter, fun, and fresh topic as we release our 10th episode! I'll be sharing 10 practical ideas to infuse joy into your life this spring. From refreshing your morning routine to exploring new hobbies, planning fun date nights, and even sprucing up your wardrobe, this episode is packed with tips to help you embrace the new season with joy. Whether it'

Showing Up in the Midst of Failure

Mar 03 2025 19 mins  
Have you failed yet this year? I know I have, and it was so critical to be able to bounce back and show up again. Whether it’s processing with a few safe people, understanding different perspectives, or detaching our self-worth from our actions, I've got some tips that might just help you out too. Remember, failure is part of life—it doesn’t define us. Let’s build that musc

How I Increased My Business Financial Acumen as a Small Business Owner

Feb 24 2025 20 mins  
Have you ever felt overwhelmed by managing the finances of your business? This week, I'll share how I went from crying in my CPA's office to mastering my business finances, resulting in an organized and empowered approach. I'll discuss the steps I took, including hiring the right financial professionals, managing monthly financial processes, and finding a CPA that fits my needs. Tu

Mindset Shifts to Help You Get Through a Busy Season of Work & Life

Feb 17 2025 26 mins  
It's time for us to shift our language from 'busy' to 'full.' Learn how this small yet impactful change in mindset can help you manage a hectic schedule in a more intentional and sustainable way. We’ll look at my personal journey of balancing a bustling career with family life, share three crucial mindset tips for navigating full seasons, and offer practical advice like focusing

Six *Simple* Ways We Can Show Up for Our Kids

Feb 10 2025 23 mins  
Today’s episode is inspired by all of you! I got so much great feedback on Episode 3 about showing up for yourself, it helped me realize that we have to have the same “show up” attitude to our parenting. Because we all know that being a parent takes A LOT (especially with how much we have on our plates). Drawing insights from the book 'Seen' by Will Hutcherson and Chinwe Will