Leap With Lindsay

It’s 2026, and you’re not playing small or hiding behind the scenes any longer.In today’s episode, Lindsay speaks to four reasons why you’re being called forward to be more visible with your voice.Whether you know you’re meant for TEDx stages, keynotes, a podcast, or a social media series, this episode will help you get clear on your “why” and step into your calling…while getting PAID for the magic of your voice.The four reasons Lindsay channels in this episode:Collective leadershipMagnetizing money and ease-filled abundanceAncestral healingFull expression in your life and relationshipsThis episode is especially for those of you who’ve felt a bit shy or scared of speaking up.NOW is your time to step through that fear and shine, both for yourself and for the people your gifts are here to serve.Connect with LindsaySubstackInstagramLinkedin

I started writing The Anti-Marriage Pact in 2020. What followed was a six-year journey filled with the most magical flow state of my life...plus, doubt, challenges, pushback from publishers, and delayed timelines. In this episode, I take you behind the scenes of the book: how it began, what almost stopped it, and what it took to finally bring this story to life.If you’ve ever worked toward something meaningful over many years — especially through uncertainty — this one’s for you.The Anti-Marriage Pact is out June 2, 2026 from HarperCollins, and it's available for pre-order wherever books are sold.Connect with me on LinkedIn and Instagram for more behind-the-scenes updates.

In 2016, Lindsay MacMillan graduated from college with a dream of becoming an author — and a very real, very soul-sucking Wall Street job.Ten years later, she’s a full-time creative with her fifth book on the way. In this episode, Lindsay takes listeners behind the scenes of her author journey: the ambition, rejection, double life, and big breakthroughs and book deals. She also shares her top three pieces of advice for aspiring authors who want to break in and share their books with the world. This episode is for anyone at the beginning — or in the messy middle — of manifesting the author dream.And if you're feeling the call to be an author, check out Lindsay's upcoming six-week writing and publishing workshop, The Author Gateway. The next cohort starts in February. 

If you’re feeling stuck, slow, or unclear this January, this episode is for you.In this short, grounding episode, Lindsay talks about why this January is more about shedding than starting and why nothing has gone wrong if you don’t feel “on” yet.She then guides you through a 10-minute meditation to help you clear old energy, create space, and reconnect with your inner power as you step into the year ahead.The year of the horse is right around the corner, and you'd better believe we will be RUNNING! So lie down, get cozy, and allow yourself to be in full winter hibernation mode a bit longer...Join Lindsay's six-week writing/publishing workshop (February 2026 cohort) . Use code WAITLIST for 10% off. 

In today's episode, Lindsay talks all about alchemizing envy into inspiration and how we can transmute more "negative" emotions into powerful activators. She also gives a shoutout to AM Kehoe, whose debut book, The Almost Twins, is out today and is available on Amazon. Congratulations on the release!Get your copy today.And learn more about Lindsay's six-week program for authors, as well as her inaugural six-week speaking program that she is opening up. 

If you're dreaming of quitting your job this year, this is the episode for you.5x author, 4x TEDx speaker, and ex Goldman Sachs VP Lindsay MacMillan shares some spicy truth bombs for what NOT to do (spoiler: rage quitting), and also what TO do (find a "bridge job"). To keep up the beginning-of-the-year momentum, Lindsay is leading a FREE 6-day "Channeled Creativity" challenge where you commit to working on your creative project (a book, keynote talk, podcast, business plan, or whatever is calling you) for 60 minutes a day for 6 days straight.Join the 6-day free challenge here. We kick off January 7th. Cheers to a magical 2026! 

As the year comes to a close, this short meditation is an invitation to soften.Instead of rushing into resolutions or the January grind, Lindsay guides you through a gentle practice to help you release what you’re carrying, offer yourself grace, and open to the most grounded, magnetic version of the year ahead.This is a moment to pause, breathe, and ease into 2026...slowly, sustainably, and on your own terms.

In today’s episode, I’m sharing a spicy truth bomb that might surprise you from an author: not everyone should write a book!! After a recent conversation with someone trying to convince me that “everyone needs a book,” I felt called to break down what truly makes a book worth writing...and all the reasons not to write one. We explore: ✨ Why ghostwritten/AI-written books fall flat ✨ Why loving the craft matters more than any result ✨ Why writing a book for money or status never works ✨ How to know if you’re truly called to write a bookIf you finish this episode feeling lit up and affirmed that yes, you are meant to write your book, I’d love to invite you into The Author Portal, my six-month immersive coaching experience. Applications are open until December 12th. We begin in January. Learn more and book a 20-minute call here.

So you know you want to write a book. Maybe you’ve been procrastinating, feeling stuck, circling the same idea, or doubting whether you’re “ready.” Maybe the dream is moving slower than you hoped, and impatience is creeping in.This episode is your sacred nudge. Your reminder that the dream is real, the timeline is yours, and your book is meant to exist.I share the behind-the-scenes of my own ten-year journey to becoming a published author—what it really took, what I wish I’d known sooner, and why there is truly nothing more magical or transformative than writing a book. The book becomes a portal into our growth, our clarity, and our purpose.If you’re ready to make 2026 the year you finally bring your book to life, this episode will help you recommit to the dream, clear the mental noise, and take the next aligned step.Learn more about the Author Portal, my six-month book coaching cohort that kicks off in January. 

After publishing three books via big publishers, I've officially SELF-PUBLISHED my debut poetry collection, I Love You Like New York. In this episode, I'm breaking down the process, bringing you behind the scenes, and empowering you to bring your book to life too.Whether you want to self-publish, traditionally publish, or aren't sure yet, this episode is the super practical guide for you.Consider this the sacred nudge your soul has asked for to make 2026 the year you publish your book! Connect with me: Website InstagramLinkedIn

This episode is all about moving through our fear and DOING THE THING ANYWAY!Fear is a super natural part of the creative process. What will people say if I publish that book or start that YouTube channel or launch that business? What if it doesn't work? What if I look stupid or lose friends along the way?We don't need to "get over" our fear. We just need to understand it better and learn how to work with it so it doesn't block our creative genius. For me, that means self-publishing my debut poetry book, I LOVE YOU LIKE NEW YORK, after four traditional book deals. I hope you find this episode inspiring, and be sure to connect with me on socials and pre-order the book, which comes out November 24th. Appreciate you!!

Exciting announcement, friends!! My debut poetry book, I LOVE YOU LIKE NEW YORK is out in just 2 weeks on Nov 24, 2025.And for the first-time ever, I'm SELF-PUBLISHING! In this episode, I share 5 reasons why I chose to self-publish my poetry book after going through the big publishing house experience with my novels. Hopefully this demystifies the process for you and inspires you on your own creative journey!It would mean so much if you pre-ordered my poetry book. The e-book is available for just $0.99 during the pre-launch window only. You can also join my launch squad here. I'm so excited to share this book with you and more BTS content on my self-publishing journey! 

In this 10-minute guided breathwork meditation, I’ll walk you through a simple, powerful practice to regulate your nervous system and reconnect with inner safety. Whether you’re navigating a big leap, starting a new chapter, or simply wanting to create space in your day, this practice will help you shift out of fear and into flow.Breathwork has been one of the tools that changed everything for me when I left my corporate job to build a creative life. I can't wait to share it with you.Connect with me: Website InstagramLinkedIn

Everyone wants their “dream job." But what if not getting it is actually the thing that supercharges your success?That was the case for me when I dreamed of being an author but found myself in the corporate world instead. In today’s episode, I share five messages on why missing out on your dream job might be the best thing that ever happens to you.If you’re feeling stuck, rejected, or restless in your career, this one’s for you. Your current season isn’t wasted time...it’s sacred preparation.Connect with me: Website InstagramLinkedIn

Here it is! The juicy podcast you've asked for...why I *actually* left Goldman Sachs. In this behind the scenes episode, I share in my own words the reasons why I did -- and didn't -- leave Wall Street to pursue my creative dreams. Spoiler: most of what you've seen in news headlines or on social media probably isn't true. The truth is a lot messier and also more motivational, and I share all of it here.I hope this episode can inspire you through your own career shifts, big and small.Please share it with those who will find value in it (especially those who are working in corporate and dreaming of a more creative life). Connect with me: Website InstagramLinkedIn

Welcome to the very first episode of Leap With Lindsay! I’m Lindsay MacMillan—author, speaker, and former Goldman Sachs VP—and the #1 question I get asked is, “How did you make the leap from Wall Street to writing novels, and how can I make my own leap into a more purpose-filled life?" In this intro episode, I share the story behind my leap(s), why I’m starting this podcast, and how I hope it helps you create a life and career that truly light you up. Think of this space as part mentorship, part sacred circle.Thank you for being here from the very beginning! I'm beyond excited to guide you in your journey. Connect with me: ⁠Website⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠LinkedIn