Meant for Big Things

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The Meant for Big Things podcast is for those who want to make their dreams a reality and step into the best versions of themselves, but often feel overwhelmed by the busyness of the world. These short episodes motivate and embolden listeners to reach their goals, advance their self-confidence, and harness the energy needed to have a life that was Meant for Big Things.

Grayson Pruett


    • Oct 27, 2023 LATEST EPISODE
    • infrequent NEW EPISODES
    • 14m AVG DURATION
    • 13 EPISODES


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    Latest episodes from Meant for Big Things

    The Next Big Thing: Life After Graduation

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 27, 2023 7:34


    Welcome to MFBT Season 2! Join Grayson as she discusses the transition from college to the real world and how environmental shifts expedite personal growth. Grayson discusses the feelings of loss and excitement that come with graduating, her move to New York City, visiting Villanova as an alum, tips on how to feel empowered and confident at work, growing pains, and much more. This episode will leave you feeling excited to build an extraordinary life post-graduation and heighten the importance of personal and professional development. 

    The Value of Mentoring

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 1, 2023 24:36


    In this episode of the Meant for Big Things Podcast, Grayson Pruett welcomes Michele Gianforcaro, Director of Professional Development at the Villanova School of Business. Michele leads the VSB Mentor Program and joins to discuss the value of mentoring. Michele and Grayson discuss the impact of mentors on their lives, how to find a mentor, tips to create a successful mentoring relationship, giving back to your mentor, and more. After this episode, you will understand the unlimited impact of mentoring and feel charged to seek a new connection with concrete actions and tips discussed in this episode!

    Creating Confidence Through Authenticity & Self-Love: Rejection, Friendship, and Goal Setting

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 14, 2023 25:46


    Join Grayson Pruett as she welcomes friend and TikTok star, Noel B Doherty for a profound episode on manifesting childhood dreams, goal setting, rejection,  and how self-love transformed his view of confidence. Noel has amassed over 600k followers across his various TikTok accounts and has stepped into the world of big brand deals.  From discussions of growing his accounts, business lessons, and meeting enthusiastic strangers, to efficiency and advice on confidence, this episode will leave you feeling engaged and excited to create. Keep up with Noel on TikTok! @noelbdoherty, @noelb.askin, @collegecribs

    How to Start Something

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 21, 2022 10:51


    Today is the day to start! In this episode of the Meant for Big Things podcast, Grayson Pruett discusses how to start something from ideation to creation and her journey in creating and growing Meant for Big Things into a multi-faceted brand. This episode discusses perfectionism, the importance of sharing your talents with the world, reflective questions to help find your "next big thing" and more. Look no further if you seek an injection of confidence, belief, and motivation to pursue your dreams and become a positive change-maker.

    Living Fearlessly with an Invigorated Spirit: Graduation, Failure, Love, and More

    Play Episode Listen Later May 17, 2022 21:22


    This episode will open your heart, settle your mind, and charge your spirit with excitement. Join Grayson Pruett as she welcomes her dear friend, and Villanova commencement speaker, Daniel Gorman. This episode begins with a brief commencement speech followed by a JAM-PACKED discussion on living fearlessly, peaking, life paths, failure, love, new experiences, and more. If you are looking to “fill yourself up” today with something profound, look no further than this episode. 

    The Roller Coaster of Life: Control, Passion, Worry, Excitement, Purpose

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2022 24:49


    This episode marks a turning point for the Meant for Big Things Podcast. Join Grayson Pruett as she welcomes long-time friend Thomas Dixon to enter a conversation about everything under the sun. They discuss paramount topics like control, self-support, worry, circumstances, life paths, mortality, intentions, purpose, and passion. This episode also delves into Thomas's zest for life and his "why". If you want to listen to an all-encompassing episode to heighten your excitement, reflection, and gratitude, look no further. 

    Follow Your Instincts, Be Bold, and Dream Big

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 6, 2022 3:44


    This episode celebrates the one-year anniversary of Meant for Big Things. Grayson Pruett discusses how the podcast came to fruition, her hesitations, and her biggest takeaways from the last year. This four-minute episode is energizing and relays the importance of being bold, following your instincts, and dreaming big. 

    A Guide to Studying Abroad

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 20, 2021 16:43


    This episode is a compilation of advice from Grayson and her friends who have studied abroad. Grayson answers your abroad questions like what to do about a phone plan, which credit card to get, and what to pack. In addition, she discusses the hardest part about studying abroad, her regrets, and what she and her friends wish they knew before departing . If you are going abroad, this episode, as well as Episode One, will make you feel more prepared for your journey. You are meant for big things, Bon Voyage!Special thanks to Grace Bacon, Bryan DiPasca, Flynn McClellan, Daniel Gorman, Grace Kotnik, Spencer Landry, Britton Morell, Haley Morgan, Allegra Misitano, Amelia Mason, Kendall Mcallister, Mariana Noble, Allie Penna and many more.. 

    Enjoying Life in the Midst of Stress

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 28, 2021 8:04


    In the first episode back this school year, Grayson Pruett discusses the importance of enjoying life.  Returning to school offers the opportunity to try new things, socialize, and grow your mind, but with that comes the inevitable weight of stress. Join Grayson in discussing balance, priorities, and actions she is taking to live a more enjoyable, valuable, and fulfilling life. If you find stress consistently inhibits you from enjoying life and enjoying being human, look no further than this episode.  

    Coping with Grief Through Love

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 14, 2021 10:56


    During a late-night conversation, Grayson Pruett discusses the topic of grief and healing through love. Grief is a topic that's raw, touchy, and undiscussed. This can make grieving isolating and leave people in search of an answer on how to heal. This episode digs into remedies that have helped Grayson on her healing journey and one of which she hopes serves as a comfort for you in difficult times. After this episode, listeners will understand the impact of living in the present moment and giving love to others. 

    How Words Can Transform Your Life

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 12, 2021 8:44


    In the third episode of Meant for Big Things, Grayson Pruett tells stories and life lessons learned about the power of words. This episode details how the words with which we choose to use create our reality. If you're looking for an actionable remedy to better your life today, look no further than this episode. 

    Making the Most Out of Covid

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 21, 2021 9:52


    In the second episode of Meant for Big Things, Grayson Pruett discusses the difficulties and frustrations that come along with Covid as a college student. If you feel stuck and defined by your current circumstances, this episode is for you. 

    Turning Fear Into Opportunity

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 23, 2021 14:25


    In the first episode of Meant For Big Things, Grayson Pruett takes you through her journey of conquering fear as an eighteen-year-old leaving home for college abroad. If fear interferes with your daily life and greater opportunities, look no further than this episode. 

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