Episodes

  • Voice Note: The Gap Between the Work and the Win

    Voice Note: The Gap Between the Work and the Win
    Feb 2 2026
    Feeling the weight of pushing forward when no one's cheering yet? This week's voice note is about what happens when you're still in the arena and the applause hasn't arrived. We're talking about the gap between doing the work and getting the recognition, also known as the exact place where your strength gets built. This is your reminder that your best work often gets recognized in hindsight. Press play, find your footing, and keep swinging.
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    7 mins
  • Why Your Boundaries Aren't Working (And What To Do Instead)

    Why Your Boundaries Aren't Working (And What To Do Instead)
    Jan 28 2026
    Therapist Minaa B breaks down why most people get boundaries completely wrong, and what actually works. If you've tried setting boundaries but still feel drained, taken advantage of, or guilty, this conversation will change how you approach relationships.

    We discuss the difference between boundaries and walls, why emotional caretaking leaves you depleted, and how to stop abandoning yourself while trying to meet everyone else's needs. Minaa shares practical strategies for navigating difficult family dynamics, addressing burnout, and actually scheduling joy into your life the same way you'd schedule a meeting, because if it's not on the calendar, it's not happening.

    This isn't about cutting people off or being selfish. It's about learning to show up whole for yourself and for the people who matter most.

    About Minaa B: Minaa B is a licensed therapist, author of "Owning Our Struggles," creator of the Siblinghood Theory, and host of the Mindful with Minaa podcast. She specializes in helping people understand how their early relationships shape their adult connections and emotional wellness. https://www.minaab.com/

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    41 mins
  • Voice Note: Meet Them With the Same Energy

    Voice Note: Meet Them With the Same Energy
    Jan 26 2026
    If bullies rely on silence to win, what changes when you decide to make noise?

    Audacity is a necessary skill, not a character flaw or something reserved for bullies. Audacity can be deployed to push back, take up space, and stop letting other people dominate the room. Using the rise of New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani as a real-world example, Aundrea shows how momentum is built by refusing to shrink, choosing the right allies, and moving before you feel ready.

    If you're done waiting to be picked and watching less qualified people get ahead, this is your reminder that confidence is created through action and power begins the moment you decide to speak.
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    7 mins
  • New Year, New Leverage: How to Create Career Clarity Without Reinventing Yourself

    New Year, New Leverage: How to Create Career Clarity Without Reinventing Yourself
    Jan 21 2026
    Feeling pressure to become a completely different version of yourself to move ahead? In this episode of The Next Best Thing Podcast, Aundrea explains why success in 2026 isn’t about doing more. It’s about leveraging what you already have. She shares her EMPOWER framework, lessons from career transitions, and practical strategies to build momentum, set boundaries, and design a career that supports both your goals and your well-being.

    Download the EMPOWER Framework worksheet: Ready, Set, NEXT https://aundreact.com/NEWSLETTER

    More about the EMPOWER framework: https://youtu.be/6QFFEmwGslc

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    28 mins
  • Voice Note: Let Go And Reclaim Your Power

    Voice Note: Let Go And Reclaim Your Power
    Jan 19 2026
    This voice note is a grounding reset for anyone carrying quiet grief, uncertainty, or unease about the state of the world. This pep talk is meant to help guide you back to steady ground by reconnecting with what you actually can control. I understand how disorienting this moment can feel and I want you to start your week feeling a little more anchored, clear, and less alone in what you’re navigating.

    Music by Elysium Audio Labs
    Track: “Let It Flow” www.elysiumaudiolabs.com
    License: https://bit.ly/3wR1UKp
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    11 mins
  • Introducing NEXT Nuggets Voicenotes

    Introducing NEXT Nuggets Voicenotes
    Jan 12 2026
    Mondays feel different when you begin them with intention. NEXT Nuggets Voicenotes are your weekly reset. A few focused minutes of grounded, honest reflection every Monday to help you cut through the noise and remember what you’re really doing all this for. Just enough to reset your thinking and reclaim your week before it runs you.

    Don't worry, the traditional podcast is coming back. This is just an added bonus!

    Ready to start your week with clarity instead of chaos? Press play.

    Music by Elysium Audio Labs
    Track: “Let It Flow” www.elysiumaudiolabs.com
    License: https://bit.ly/3wR1UKp
    YouTube: • Funky Upbeat Hip Hop Background Music For ...
    Spotify: http://spoti.fi/3as7DLr
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    4 mins
  • One Hello That Changed My Career | Lessons from Natasha Cornstein, Blushington’s CEO

    One Hello That Changed My Career | Lessons from Natasha Cornstein, Blushington’s CEO
    Nov 3 2025
    What if your next hello could change the trajectory of your career? Natasha Cornstein knows it can. On this episode of The Next Best Thing Podcast, the Blushington CEO shares how a single introduction transformed her path from customer to CEO, and how intentional relationships have fueled every step of her journey.

    Natasha opens up about navigating the pandemic and rebuilding the business from scratch, while founding the Beauty and Wellness Forum to bring together peers and competitors in support and collaboration. She also breaks down franchising opportunities for aspiring entrepreneurs to take control of your NEXT chapter.

    Connect with Natasha:
    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/natasha-cornstein-27317628/
    Blushington Website: https://blushington.com/?srsltid=AfmBOor6cBIDzj4o5wAnwMR-rizNtf1Nv6akvJDLA96nLM7FBrhG-Tny

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    39 mins
  • Why Are You Still Playing By The Rules

    Why Are You Still Playing By The Rules
    Oct 27 2025
    We’re living through a time when everything’s changing. From AI to government furloughs and mass layoffs, so why are you still playing by the old rules? In this episode, we’re talking about why it’s time to stop waiting for your job to take care of you and start taking control of your own career. It's time to start creating your NEXT Best Thing TODAY!

    We’re getting into the biggest mistakes people are making right now. I’ll show you how to uncover your transferable skills and tell your story in a way that makes opportunities come to you. This isn’t about being rebellious, it’s about putting yourself in a position to win.

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    45 mins