How are you showing up in your life and business today?
I’m chatting with life enthusiast, entrepreneur, and most consistent ‘shower upper’ Anna Richards. Anna coaches women to show up, speak up and stand up. Even on the days when she doesn’t feel like it, Anna shows up online unapologetically and with authenticity.
In this episode, Anna is giving you your daily reminder to show up just as you are. You don’t need to fake it and put on a smile, just show up and be honest about what you’re going through and how you’re feeling and your audience will be magnetised to you.
When you can bring all of yourself to the table in a bold way, success and sales will follow. People buy who you are and not what you do.
Anna started blogging in 2011 and found a love of storytelling. From there she has connected with people all around the world and grown her business. We talk about Anna’s boundaries, how to handle negativity online, and embracing every single day.
Amazingly, Anna registered for a triathlon that was in 33 days before she even knew how to swim! The next day, she jumped in a pool and started practising. Not only did she complete the triathlon, but she has also gone on to compete in 8 triathlons and 2 half iron man competitions! She’s passionate about pushing herself further and she’ll inspire you to look at your own comfort zone today.
Anna reminds us that life is not a dress rehearsal. We’re here to live boldly, unapologetically, enthusiastically, beautifully and abundantly. Stop waiting for ‘one day’ and embrace your life today.
Topics discussed:
[2:13]: Anna doesn’t follow strategies or checklists. When Anna shows up, it’s an extension of who she is and is authentic.
[5:42]: Being able to show up unapologetically, exactly how she is in that moment, comes from practice.
[6:58]: When you can bring all of yourself to the table in a bold way, success and sales will follow. People buy who you are and not what you do.
[9:22]: Anna started blogging in 2011 and enjoyed storytelling. She thought of social media as a beautiful space where she can connect with people around the world and build a business.
[12:01]: It’s not hard to show up on days when Anna doesn’t feel like it because the hard days are a part of her story.
[13:47]: Anna shares her boundaries. It’s important for Anna to make sure her online life doesn’t interfere with her in-person life.
[16:15]: Anna doesn’t have any notifications turned on on her phone. She’s a producer, not a consumer.
[17:07]: Anna calls people who make negative comments ‘confused admirers’. She handles them with love and doesn’t respond. Your online space is an extension of your home.
[20:00]: Know that you’re better than this and your safety lies in your defencelessness. You don’t need to defend who you are and what you do.
[21:04]: Hurt people hurt people.
[23:00]: Anna shares her experience of deciding to compete in two half Iron Man competitions in less than 6 months. She had no athletic background and couldn’t swim but she loves to push herself.
[25:58]: Anna registered for a mini triathlon that was in 33 days when she didn’t know how to swim! For 32 days she got in the pool and trained. She managed to complete it and from there she went on to compete in 8 triathlons and two half iron man competitions.
[29:33]: Life is not a dress rehearsal. We’re here to live boldly, unapologetically, enthusiastically, beautifully and abundantly. What are you doing with your ‘-’? Stop waiting for ‘one day’.
[31:40]: Where to find Anna.
Links & Resources.
Connect with Anna Richards:
Website: https://www.annarose.co/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thereal_annarose/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/annaroserichards
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