My preconceived notions on the gender transition experience got BLOWN UP thanks to this conversation with Andrea Leigh - a powerful woman of influence straight outta Oklahoma - with an affinity for fashion, tattoos, sports cars, Harleys and guns. Andrea has the unique perspective and wisdom that comes from living a full and satisfying life as a man and now, as a woman. She has strong opinions about being referred to as “trans” and the freedom to choose our own identities. This conversation provides another informed perspective - especially if you have opinions on people who identify as transgender.

Guest Bio:

Andrea is a High Impact Coach dedicated to empowering ambitious professionals to break free from conventional expectations and achieve profound personal and professional growth. Her coaching methodology combines a direct, no-nonsense approach with practical psychological principles to help clients embrace new experiences and discover the meaning and purpose of life through the journey itself.

With over three decades as a top sales specialist at Pfizer, where she excelled in multiple therapeutic divisions, Andrea retired at the peak of her career in 2022. Transitioning into the fashion industry, she quickly found success in the Oklahoma and Dallas markets, building and leading cohesive high-performing teams.

As a leader in the C-Suite Network and LeadHERship Global, Andrea’s involvement in these communities allows her to foster a culture of acceptance and diversity, championing the power of embracing individuality and leveraging adversity as a catalyst for growth.

Co-hosting a streaming network TV show and her role as a professional stylist at the corporate level, representing WHBM, Chico’s, and Soma allows her to further inspire and motivate others.

Her coaching philosophy centers on the transformative value of embracing one’s unique identity and turning challenges into opportunities. Providing practical tools for self-acceptance and personal breakthroughs, guiding clients to reconnect with their life’s purpose and achieve lasting fulfillment. Andrea believes that the meaning of life is found in the experience, not before, and encourages her clients to say yes to new experiences as a pathway to discovering their most fulfilling future.

Website: https://www.andrealeigh.com/

Instagram link: https://www.instagram.com/therealandrealeigh?igsh=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA%3D%3D&utm_source=qr

Facebook link: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100084531194868&mibextid=LQQJ4d

Linkedin link: http://linkedin.com/in/andrea-leigh-borth-b72159b

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