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...

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 o...

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, a...

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...

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-publis...

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 ...

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. ...

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 prep...

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 sm...

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 m...