Bonus episode with Anita: Lessons from 2023 (work + personal)
Jan 19, 2024
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Anita Siek, founder of Wordfetti, joins the podcast to discuss the lessons from 2023. They talk about the challenges of taking action, the importance of experimentation, managing expectations in business, and strategic energy management when dealing with customer service.
Taking imperfect action is crucial for growth and success, prioritizing consistent action over waiting for perfection.
Maintaining alignment with values and goals is essential, making decisions based on personal vision rather than external expectations.
Deep dives
Embracing Imperfect Action
The podcast episode emphasizes the importance of taking imperfect action in business and personal life. It highlights that waiting for the perfect moment or a larger audience can hinder progress and growth. The speaker encourages listeners to overcome the fear of making mistakes and to prioritize consistent action over perfection, as it leads to more learning experiences and ultimately success.
Being in Alignment
The episode highlights the significance of being in alignment with one's values and goals. It discusses the importance of maintaining integrity in business and personal life, where actions align with one's stated values. The speaker emphasizes the need to make decisions based on what truly aligns with one's vision and desires, rather than trying to avoid failure or conforming to external expectations. It encourages listeners to regularly assess their alignment and make adjustments and pivots when necessary.
Finding Balance and Protecting Energy
The podcast episode explores the challenge of finding balance in managing time, energy, and boundaries. It discusses how business growth and increasing responsibilities can make it difficult to be fully accessible and responsive to every individual. The speaker acknowledges the importance of protecting one's energy and avoiding burnout by setting boundaries and being selective in engaging with messages and requests. It highlights the need to prioritize self-care and maintain personal well-being, while still providing value and connection to clients and audience.
Anita Siek is back for a bonus episode! She's the founder of Wordfetti, a human-centred copy and brand house and template shop for brands that don't do "normal". Anita is also one of my dear friends, and today we're talking about the lessons that 2023 taught us—both personally and professionally.
- The biggest lessons and challenges from 2023. - Why taking action can be so tricky, especially when procrastination and the fear of imperfection are hovering close by. - The importance of experimenting and learning from actions rather than remaining stagnant. - How managing expectations and boundaries helps to clarify communication in business. - Why managing your energy and focus needs to be strategic, especially when dealing with customer service and demands.