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Delight in What Delights You

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Delight in What Delights You

There’s a sacred kind of clarity that comes when you walk along the shoreline — the waves whispering, the sun warming your shoulders, the breeze brushing away yesterday’s worries. Recently, as I strolled the beach, I found myself wondering about delight.

Not success.

Not productivity.

Not the never-ending to-do list.

But delight.

What is a simple pleasure that brings you happiness, joy, or that little spark of childlike wonder?

What makes your heart sing and tempts your inner toddler to dance?

As I rounded a curve in the shoreline, I spotted dolphins leaping through the water. And instantly… delight.

It doesn’t matter if you’re a child, a teenager, a hardworking adult, or seasoned with a little silver wisdom — dolphins bring out the same reaction in all of us. They make us smile. They make our spirits lift. They invite us to pause. They remind us that life still holds magic.

What amazes me is this:

Even though I see them often — sometimes once, twice, even three times a day — they still delight me. Every single time. They never lose their sparkle.

And here’s the truth I want to offer you:

Don’t wait until you’re desperate for joy to remember what brings you joy.

Build delight into your daily life now, while your heart is steady, so that when storms roll in, you already have joy stored up.

So this week, I’d love for you to try something:

Make a list of 10 things that make you smile.

Simple things. Everyday things.

A warm cup of coffee.

A hilarious text from a friend.

Your favorite song on repeat.

The way sunlight hits your living room floor.

And then — no matter what you’re navigating, what deadlines are circling, or how heavy life feels — let those things bring you delight, the same way dolphins delight me.

To help you reflect, consider these questions:

When was the last time you felt genuinely delighted — and what sparked it?

What small moments of joy have you been overlooking because life feels busy or loud?

Where could you intentionally build more delight into your daily rhythm this week?

Finally, I’d love to hear from you.

What brings YOU delight, and how do you stay delightful even in challenging seasons?

Your joy might just inspire someone else to rediscover theirs.

How I turned 26 videos into a book

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So you have a Story, You are ready to Speak, You are ready to write your book, You need Coaching, Support, Accountability and Encouragement! Let me work with you on your journey to share your Story, Wisdom, Struggles and Success in a way that gets you paid to share. You have thought about it for years, You know you are created for MORE but you are not sure where to start. I would love the privilege to work with you on your journey. We are starting a new group for you to move from Story to Six Figure Success. DM me if you want to learn more or set up a 15 minute chat to see if you are a good fit and want to start in the intake process!!! #keynotespeaker #writeyourstory #writeyourownstory #writeyourbook #becomeaspeaker #speakercoach #successmindset

More Than a Cup — The Sacred Pause of Coffee

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More Than a Cup — The Sacred Pause of Coffee

Is coffee just a beverage? I don’t think so. It’s a moment, a message, and for many of us—a morning hug in a mug.

Years ago, when Greg and our head trainer were running our gym, they tried to convince clients to give up coffee and switch to Spark, an energy drink we sold. Their logic made perfect sense—less caffeine crash, more vitamins, better performance. The only problem? Neither of them had ever actually tasted coffee. To them, it was just a beverage—something to swap out for something “better.”

But I tried to explain what they couldn’t understand:
Coffee isn’t just caffeine—it’s comfort.
It’s connection.
It’s that soft “Good morning, you’ve got this” whisper from the day itself.

When you wrap your hands around a warm cup, you’re not just drinking—you’re being held. It’s a pause that reminds you you’re not alone. It’s warmth in a world that can feel cold. Some mornings, it’s as close to a hug as you’ll get before the day begins.

How we start our mornings matters. The way we greet the day affects how we greet each other. Coffee, for me, is that sacred pause before the rush—the exhale before the inbox. It’s a reminder that I can begin gently, gratefully, grounded in grace.

So, next time you pour your cup, don’t just drink it—receive it.
Let it warm your hands, your heart, and your hope. Because it’s never just coffee. It’s an invitation to presence, to peace, and to connection—with yourself, with others, and with God.

What small morning ritual helps you feel grounded before the busyness begins?

How do you connect with God in the quiet moments before the world starts asking for your attention?

What “cup” in your life—coffee, tea, prayer, or something else—feels like a warm hug to your soul?

Get an X-Ray of Your Truth

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Get an X-Ray of Your Truth

Sometimes what’s blocking your success isn’t on the outside — it’s what’s going on beneath the surface.

I believe an X-ray is about what your truth is. It’s about looking on the inside. You see, sometimes people show up and they’re fake or passive aggressive.

When I meet people, and they’re trying to sell something they don’t believe in, I can feel that. I can sense it. If they’re trying to sell themselves and they don’t even believe in themselves, I get that gut feeling. Do you?

The X-ray is about knowing your truth—what you believe in, what you stand by—and then going out and selling that. I love to sell hope because I believe in hope in all circumstances—the challenging ones, the interesting ones, the overwhelming ones. I still believe there’s hope. Even if you’ve had a lot of no’s, I know there’s still a yes out there for you.

👉 When was the last time you paused long enough to check in with your own truth before saying “yes” to something?

An X-ray is about looking inside and asking yourself: Do I love this company? Do I love this work, this product, this service? If I love it, it’ll be so much easier to sell. Look inside and ask yourself the hard questions because if you’re just getting up every morning and going through the grind, and you don’t like or believe in what you’re doing, it just gets harder. So many people get sick on Sunday nights because they don’t believe in what they’re doing.

👉 What parts of your current work light you up—and what parts drain your energy the moment you think about them?

Ask yourself, “What can I do that can pay the bills that I really believe in and can sleep well about?” Maybe you’ll make less money, but maybe you’ll find more joy. Isn’t happiness more important than a big paycheck? Do what works for you. Be honest with yourself about who you are, what you teach, and what you love. You don’t have to shout it from the rooftops, but at least know it for yourself.

👉 If you could design your life around what you truly believe in, what would it look like—and what’s one small step you could take toward that today?

So, examine yourself and get an X-ray vision of your truth, then go out and be successful in sustaining your business.

There’s Room for All of Us on the Stage

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Do You Ever Feel Like You’re in a Zoo?

There’s Room for All of Us on the Stage

When I meet other speakers, I notice something beautiful — we often talk about the same topics, just through our own unique stories, experiences, and energy.

Sometimes people say to me, “Annie, you and that speaker both talk about customer service or leadership—aren’t you competitors?”

Not at all. Because here’s the truth: nobody is my competition.

Not because I think I’m better than anyone else, but because people buy you, not the topic. Sure, they might be searching for a talk on teamwork, leadership, or change—but what they’re really looking for is a connection.

Even if ten speakers stand on stage talking about the same subject, the audience will always choose the one who resonates most with them. The one whose energy, heart, and story aligns with their culture and values. They’ll decide who they like, who feels authentic, who feels real.

So, why worry about who else is speaking about your topic?

Instead—ask yourself:

✨ Am I showing up as the best version of me?

✨ Am I speaking from my heart, not just my notes?

✨ Am I telling my story in a way that connects and transforms?

When you show up authentically, your message becomes unforgettable. Maybe they don’t hire you today—but they might next year. Or they might recommend you to someone else who needs exactly you.

It’s not about competing. It’s about connecting.

So be bold. Be real. Be exceptional. Be you.

And if you’re ready to take your speaking to the next level—to fine-tune your message, own your story, and book more paid stages in 2026—let’s talk. I’d love to coach you toward your own Speaker Success Story.

Because when you speak from your authentic self, there’s truly no competition—just opportunity.

Being Unique Means Being YOU! How are you Unique?

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Being Unique Means Being YOU! How are you Unique?

What does unique mean? It means to be you! Bring the best of you, the messy parts of you, all of you, when you go deliver. When you deliver a product or service, people buy from you more than they buy your product or service. Anybody can buy anything online. If you are the differentiator, you make them feel special, feel heard, empowered, encouraged, more successful, you bring them hope. Being unique is about bringing the best of you.

The reason I say “embrace the messy” is because once I learned to do that, I embraced my messy parts. I’m not the world’s greatest speller, but I’m great at encouraging people. You see, when I bring them the truth of who I really am, my unique self, people get to know that and they either like it or they don’t, but at least they know they’re liking me. I believe that sometimes in the world we do so much harm to our business by comparing ourselves to other people and trying to emulate someone else, we get so obsessed with watching their videos, speaking like them, following their words and their actions, we lose part of ourselves. When your unique gifts and talents and even messy parts show up, people feel more connected to you, and therefore feel more successful in the relationship with you.

When I’m unique, I used to think that I was a butterfly. Then for a while I turned into a unicorn. I thought I am a unicorn, and people call me a unicorn. But I thought, I’m so different than everyone else. I’m kind of weird. I’m kind of quirky. I’m kind of silly. I’m super passionate. I’m maybe too optimistic or unrealistic, but it’s who I am. Recently I’ve decided I’d rather identify with a pineapple than any butterfly or unicorn. Stay tuned as I pass on my unicorn to a friend and instead engage in my new vision of being a pineapple.

I hope other people will be a pineapple, not to be like me, but because they embrace the principles of a pineapple life. That it becomes part of who they are. Whatever is unique about you, whatever object makes people think of you or brand you, become that. Be the unique, successful version of yourself and people will show up to not just buy but to buy from you and your unique self.

If you had to describe yourself as a symbol what would it be? Why do you choose that to represent you?

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