From Jamaica to Jersey: Andrea's 40-Year Journey from Corporate Executive to Empowerment Coach

🎙 Your American Dream Podcast Guest: Andrea McLean

In this episode of Your American Dream, get ready to be inspired by the story of Andrea McLean—a first-generation Jamaican immigrant, board-certified coach, and corporate leader turned empowerment advocate—whose journey is a testament to resilience, reinvention, and purpose-led leadership. After facing the challenges of navigating corporate politics and relocation while building her career at major companies like Nestlé, Andrea transformed her life and created The S.O.A.R. Method™, a framework designed to help diverse women achieve their aspirations and embrace their authentic power. Through her work, she empowers women in corporate environments to turn decades of experience into meaningful impact and advancement for the next generation of diverse leaders.

Whether you’re a woman of color in corporate America, a professional seeking advancement, or simply craving evidence-based strategies to define your next chapter, this episode offers actionable tools and soul-fueled encouragement to take your next bold step.

✨ Here’s what you’ll walk away with:

How Andrea turned her immigrant experience and corporate challenges into a catalyst for change

What inspired the creation of The S.O.A.R. Method™

Strategies to navigate corporate politics and build confidence as a diverse leader

Powerful mindset shifts around leadership, authenticity, and defining success on your terms

Encouragement to embrace your future self and inspire others through your journey

This conversation is a reminder that the “American Dream” is yours to define—and redefine.

🎧 Episode Outline Journey of Transformation: From Immigrant to Empowerment Coach (0:00)

Navigating Corporate America: Challenges and Triumphs (3:19)

Resilience in Relocation: Balancing Career and Family (10:17)

Politics in Corporate America: Strategies for Success (15:40)

Transitioning to Coaching: Finding Your True Calling (17:57)

The S.O.A.R. Method: A Framework for Empowerment (21:08)

Building Confidence in Diverse Women (23:45)

Decide to Be Your Future Self: Insights from the Book (25:34)

Advice for Young Women of Color: Embrace Your Authenticity (28:21)

🔗 Connect with Andrea McLean Website: https://www.andreacmclean.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/andreacmclean/ Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andreacmclean/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/andreacmcleanauthor/ Free Mini Course Fearless Self-Promotion for Women: https://acmcoachinggroup.thinkific.com/courses/fearlessselfpromotionforwomen

✨ Ways to Work with Me (Anisha Jennings) Website: https://jenningstechcorner.com/packages/ Or Book a Free Strategy Call: https://cal.com/anishajennings Follow me on IG @jenningstechcorner or email me at [e-mail] to share your thoughts and feedback. I love hearing from you!

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