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The Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica FischerThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica FischerSeason Finale - ”Real Life” Summer EncouragementIf summer has you feeling "all the feels", you're not alone! Wrapping up this season with some real life summer inspiration. AND...if you haven't caught up on all of this past season yet, be sure to add those conversations to your summer playlist because there are some absolutely incredible guests you won't want to miss! You'll find conversations with life coaches, entrepreneurs, artists, authors, designers, speakers, and friends on everything from marriage and parenting to making decisions, running a business and what it means to live a successful life.  2023-06-0609 minThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica FischerThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica FischerMelissa Ice - The Next Right ThingMelissa Ice joins us on the podcast this week to share more on her story of helping empower and employ women and girl survivors of trafficking and how she’s embarked on a journey of seeing broken relationships restored and seeing women’s stories changed, positively, forever.  You’ll hear more on when the pull to serve is greater than fear, how we can live in community and relationships when the world focuses more on individualistic living, and how doing the next right thing is simply enough - even when it means walking away from something because you can...2023-05-3143 minThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica FischerThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica Fischer”Let It Be Wild” with Jenny NuccioIn this episode with Jenny Nuccio, founder and CEO of Imani Collective, Jenny shares more on her latest book Let It Be Wild: Stepping into Unknown and Finding a Home -  She’s encouraging us all to take ownership of our inspiration and faith and surround ourselves with positive voices and influences to keep pushing forward.  Jenny’s story of living a “wild” life will encourage you to try new things, take a few small risks, take care of YOU, trust the journey you’re on and courageously step into the unknown.  “...because it's truly trusting the journey and the...2023-05-2443 minThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica FischerThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica FischerRaising Amazing with Monica SwansonMonica Swanson is back on the podcast to talk about "Raising Amazing" kids - “ones who love God, like their family and do the dishes without being asked”.  Amazing kids grow out of amazing families and as Monica explains these don't happen by chance. Monica shares more on how to pour into our kids lives in ways that shape them and inspire them into young adults that are ready to launch into the world. You'll hear more what we as parents actually CAN even when we feel there is so much that we can't do and why adversity is the f...2023-05-1639 minThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica FischerThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica FischerJodie Berndt - The Greatest Thing You Can Do for Your MarriageJodie Berndt joins us this week to share marriage insights, encouragement, and honest truths about the “perfect" soulmate. She has so much wisdom on how we can love our spouses better and make enjoying them a priority. You’ll hear the greatest thing you can do for your marriage and even a few tips on parenting priorities. She's bringing her humor and wisdom to this life-giving conversation to encourage you today!  _______ EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS 3:25 40 years of marriage - marriage insights and does the perfect soul mate really exist? 6:57 The greatest thing we can d...2023-05-0943 minThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica FischerThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica FischerRebekah Lyons - Building a Resilient LifeRebekah Lyons joins us this week to talk all about building a truly resilient life in this must-listen episode. She shares some of her own personal experiences with emotional health and anxiety and will guide you through  the five rules of resilience so you, too, can thrive in difficult times. You’ll hear more on the power of community and adversity and how they can awaken us to greater things as we build resilience together.  >>>EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS [1:38] More on Rebekah’s story past and present [8:54] Rules of Resilience [10:52] Rule #1 PLUS the free t...2023-05-0232 minThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica FischerThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica FischerBonnie Gray on Soul Care and Transforming Life’s Chaos into CalmSoul Care Mentor, Bonnie Gray, walks you through how to transform life’s chaos into calm. If you’re tired of feeling anxiety, overwhelm, and have found yourself running on empty far too often, you’re not alone and this conversation is for you.  Bonnies shares practical tips on how to enter into a space of rest and prepare yourself to face life’s challenges with renewed well-being, confidence, energy and gratitude.  She’ll reveal why soul care and self care both matter, why you can’t think your way out of stress, how to rewire your brain for emotional well...2023-04-251h 20The Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica FischerThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica FischerThe Brushstrokes of Life with Anne NeilsonArtist Anne Neilson invites us to experience the brushstrokes of life on the canvas of our lives in this conversation - allowing brushstrokes, textures, and explosions of color that come through every trial, joy, heartache, and hope we encounter to shape us and create beauty. Through sharing her own personal journey, she’s coming alongside of your in yours as you uncover the gifts within you, right where you are, even in the messes, the mundane, and the mistakes. You’ll hear more about creating impact with whatever you have, taking leaps of faith, not being afraid of failure, stay...2023-04-1843 minThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica FischerThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica FischerThe Art of Authenticity and Purposeful Living with Lauren FuhrLauren Fuhr, artist and designer, joins us on the podcast to talk all about creating something original, meaningful relationships, purposeful living, and the art of boundaries. Lauren shares tips on building genuine connections with people, entrepreneurship, and the importance of enjoying the season that you’re in. After this conversation with Lauren, you’ll be inspired to notice more of the small things around you, recognize your limits and perhaps set some boundaries in your life, chase a definition of success that actually aligns with who you are, and have some practical tips on personal and professional growth.  -Ab...2023-04-1242 minThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica FischerThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica FischerLauren Chandler - Pursuing Dreams and Finding InspirationThis week, we’re talking with Lauren Chandler about pursuing our dreams and sharing our gifts AND how to come alongside our spouses as they pursue theirs, too! We’re talking about the inspiration behind her work, growing together with our spouses, and knowing when to rest and take a step back from what's before us. Lauren shares insights on her love for stirring people's hearts, advice for anyone with a dream or desire who feels like now isn't the right time PLUS you won’t want to miss her top 3 parenting tips - yes, please!  Learn more ab...2023-04-0451 minThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica FischerThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica FischerFrom Triggered to Transformed: Marriage, Relationships, and Life with Amber LiaDo you feel like emotions get the best of you when you’re triggered? Do you simultaneously desire stronger, richer, healthier lives and relationships - especially the one with your spouse? Amber Lia joins us this week to talk all about flipping the switch on how we view marriage “triggers” and leads us into a conversation all about opportunity for growth in our homes and lives. She invites us into her own journey and work around marriage, parenting, and health triggers, what she’s learned, what they signal, and how to use them to create transformation in our own hearts a...2023-03-2841 minThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica FischerThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica FischerLife’s Ups and Downs and A Faith That Will Not Fail w/ Michele CushattMichele Cushatt joins us this week and we're talking all about life's ups and downs and everything in between. An honest, inspiring, and vulnerable conversation you didn’t even know you needed. Michele is a three-time head and neck cancer survivor, four-time author, leadership and executive coach, international speaker, and mom of six kids. She’s the (reluctant) expert of trauma, pain, and the deep human need for authentic connection and enduring faith.  In this conversation, she's sharing more on how to maintain a solid belief in a good God when life feels like it's falli...2023-03-1444 minThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica FischerThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica FischerTara Sun: How to Surrender Your Striving and Find Freedom from ControlPodcaster, author, wife and mom, Tara Sun joins us this week on the podcast. She is sharing more on her latest book release all about surrendering your story and more on her journey towards freedom from control.  In this conversation, Tara talks about trading control for greater peace and joy, reminds us of what there is to gain in the “waiting” and how your story is still being written even in those seemingly quiet seasons. If you find yourself anxious and gripping control often, worried that you don’t have a five year plan mapped out, or feel like you’ve...2023-03-0736 minThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica FischerThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica FischerA Business Built on Celebrating Others with Elizabeth Newton (enewton)In this Behind the Brand episode with enewton, founder Elizabeth Newton shares her tips on pushing through the hard things, the value in who you surround yourself with, how we rise by lifting others up, and some of her lessons learned along the way.  If you love a good story about something ordinary turning into something extraordinary, you'll love this conversation.  You’ll hear Elizabeth share how her business was built one relationship at a time and the true gift found in celebrating others.  Whether you simply love a good brand story, are in the middle of chasi...2023-02-2840 minThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica FischerThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica FischerAaron Williams: Experiencing God with Our Whole SelfIf you’ve ever felt like you were in a true place of spiritual apathy, good news you weren’t alone or maybe if that’s right now for you, you’re not alone.  In this episode, worship leader, writer, and co-founder of Dwell Ministries, Aaron Williams joins me on the podcast to talk all about his latest book he co-authored with Kathyrn Maack, Whole: The Life Changing Power of Relating to God with all of Yourself.  Here’s what you’ll hear: what to do when you experience roadblocks in your spiritual journey, more on all those personal...2023-02-2138 minThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica FischerThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica FischerBehind the Brand: Love Heals with Thistle FarmsThis week we’re going behind the brand with Thistle Farms, a non-profit social enterprise built and grounded on “love”.  For 25 years, Thistle Farms has lit a pathway of healing and hope for women survivors of trafficking, prostitution, and addiction. They believe that “love is the strongest force for change in the world, because love has the power to heal” and you will definitely hear evidence of that in this conversation with Dorris Walker-Taylor. Dorris currently serves as Thistle Farms Senior Relations Community Ambassador and is also a graduate of the residential program and a survivor. You’ll learn a lot, laugh...2023-02-1444 minThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica FischerThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica FischerLiving in Alignment and Gaining Clarity w/ Katy AkesterThis week, my friend and executive life coach, Katy Akester, joins us on the podcast.  If you're feeling stuck, having trouble making decisions, living at the corner of imposter syndrome and self-protection, this one is for you! Katy shares her insights from her experience working (and meeting her husband) in improv, working in executive leadership for a global non-profit, and helping individuals gain clarity and greater self-awareness as an executive life coach. Katy also shares more about when seeking inspiration crosses over into shame and self judgement and the best place you can start when you're lacking confidence and f...2023-02-0748 minThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica FischerThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica FischerShannan Martin: Start with HelloShannan Martin joins us this week on the podcast to talk all about the real value of doing life with the people who live closest to us.  Shannan is the author of Falling Free, The Ministry of Ordinary Places, and most recently, Start with Hello - all written around the central theme of “What does it look like to live in this world together?” and “Why does it even matter?”.  I like to think of Shannan as the expert neighbor you want to both “be” and “have”.  She helps you find joy and meaningful relationships in ordinary places like your ow...2023-01-2442 minThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica FischerThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica FischerBehind the Brand: Awe-Inspired Living with Ginger Curtis, Urbanology DesignsGinger Curtis of Urbanology Designs joins us this week on the podcast and you’re gonna love this conversation (and her work even more!).  “It was a lot of standing on my faith, being brave, defying fear, and doing hard things.” - Ginger  As an award-winning interior designer (including HGTV’s 2021 Designer of the Year), book author, Instagram influencer, mom of five, and serial entrepreneur, her story is nothing short of amazing. It started during one of the most difficult times of her life battling cancer when she had a realization that you shouldn’t have to be f...2023-01-1045 minThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica FischerThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica FischerWendy Speake on Triggers, Mom Truths, & So Much MoreThis week, Wendy Speake joins us on the podcast and WHOA are you in for some encouragement (especially if you’re a mom).  Wendy has a way of meeting you right in the middle of your struggles, whether it’s anger, social media, or sugar!  As a Bible teacher and background as a trained actress, her stories and words will comfort, equip, and encourage you.  In this episode, Wendy leaves us all feeling equipped and encouraged as we talk about the story behind a handful of her books including: The 40-Day Sugar Fast, The 40-Day Social Media Fast, T...2023-01-0552 minThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica FischerThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica Fischer2022 Wrap Up: Guest Highlights and Favorite TakeawaysIt's a wrap! This year's final episode includes my favorite "truths and takeaways" from episodes this past year.  Thanks to all the guests, including entrepreneurs, authors, artists, coaches, therapists, change makers, mentors, and friends for sharing their stories and some of their greatest tips, encouragement, and lessons learned along the way. Let these practical and simple insights serve as a launching pad for your new year!  ____ 2022-12-2627 minThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica FischerThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica FischerHow to Become ”Famous at Home” with Joshua StraubThis week Josh Straub, co-founder of Famous at Home, joins us on the podcast. In this episode w/ Josh we’re talking all about what it means to be "famous at home" as he shares more from the latest book he and his wife, Christi, co-authored. We talk about the chase we’re all on, what gets in the way of what matters most, and how our chase often leaves us empty-handed and wanting more. You’ll be encouraged and challenged to shift your perspective on how you view “parenting” as Josh unpacks the research findings on how to get the ou...2022-12-1537 minThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica FischerThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica FischerBetter Together: Pursuing Our Best Life with Lara BurnsideWhat does it actually look like to authentically support one another and cultivate the relationships we actually want but don’t actually pursue? How can we live our best lives? How can we elevate performance in our businesses? What if today we don't have much to give today?  We’re answering all of these questions (and more) in today’s conversation with Lara Burnside.  Lara has spent the last 25 years as a coach, speaker, leader in cultural transformation and excellence, and executive all over the country, and has been a personal mentor, friend, and boss over the course o...2022-12-0639 minThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica FischerThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica FischerLetting Go of Plans and The Writer’s Journey with Kimberly StuartToday we’re sitting down with Kimberly Stuart, author of eight novels, speaker, host of two podcasts, and executive writing coach w/ Bob Goff.  This conversation is everything you didn’t know you needed!  Kim invites us into her own “accidental” story of becoming a writer and shares behind the scenes insights from both writing and coaching hundreds of other writers. Her stories are packed with encouragement and tips for your own creative, personal, or professional pursuits. We're talking about finding freedom and letting go of trying to master that perfect plan, knowing when it's time to abandon or release a...2022-11-3053 minThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica FischerThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica FischerBehind the Brand with Mallory Martin, Founder & CEO of MendedMallory Martin, Founder and CEO of Mended, a social impact brand that economically empowers survivors of modern-day slavery, joins us this week to share the story behind the brand.  From corporate work in sports marketing to her role with International Justice Missions to starting her own brand, you’ll be inspired to hear how each door opened up the door to the next. As the story of Mended unfolds, Mallory shares simple truths and entrepreneurial lessons learned along the way, the essential skills worth having, the importance of building a life around curiosity, her business litmus test, and...2022-11-0744 minThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica FischerThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica FischerHow To Find Freedom and Favor In Our ExpectationsIn this episode, we’re talking about our relationship with expectations, the paradox behind them, and how we can find both freedom and favor in them. Whether it’s self-imposed expectations you might struggle with, the unspoken expectations, the big dreams you’re working towards, or your expectations of others, there’s something for you in this week’s episode.     -EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS-  Questions to ask yourself (0:45) The toxic cocktail (1:41) The paradox of expectations (3:29) What we ALL do (4:57) What is productivity (11:21) Truths and Takeaways (13:50) ...2022-10-2515 minThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica FischerThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica FischerReimagining Motherhood w/ A Modern Mom Muse - Mary McConvilleWe’re having a momversation this week with modern mom muse, Mary McConville.  She’s sharing her story of creating a community of support through her illustrations on her @growupbrite Instagram page one mom moment at a time. We’re talking about reimagining motherhood right where you are and the need to clean out the closest of motherhood beliefs and expectations that are no longer serving you.   Episode Highlights How it all started (1:30) A turning point in her work (4:20) Creating a community of support (7:47)  Reimagining motherhood where you are (11:35)  The g...2022-10-1837 minThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica FischerThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica FischerRuth Chou Simons - Expectations, Pressure to Perform, and A New PerspectiveRuth Chou Simons, bestselling and award-winning author, artist, entrepreneur, speaker and owner of GraceLaced.com joins us in this week’s episode. She shares more on her story of finding freedom from striving and how we, too, can be free from the burden of performing and bettering ourselves to be “good enough”.  Through conversations about her latest book, she invites us to experience the upcoming holiday season with greater meaning and new perspective.  Episode Highlights What the internet causes us to think (4:28) How we’re wired to view self worth (7:48) What we underes...2022-10-0437 minThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica FischerThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica FischerHow to Become the Biggest Fan of Those You Love and Lead w/ Jason PattersonIf he could only have one conversation with someone, he knew what it would be (and so he wrote a book about it) and we’re talking all about that in this episode. James Patterson, author of From Your Biggest Fan: Discovering the Potential of Those We Love and Lead, joins us to share more on his latest book. Whether those you “lead and love” include friends, neighbors, staff, co-workers, classmates, a spouse, or kids, he’s unpacking simple habits for you to help others around you discover their true worth and fullest potential. In this episode, Jason tal...2022-09-2733 minThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica FischerThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica FischerWhat to Do When Anxiety and Fear are Holding You Back w/ Bessie Ann ChristensonIn today’s episode, we’re talking all about anxiety with licensed professional counselor, Bessie Ann Christenson. She shares the paradoxical truths about anxiety, the #1 question you can ask yourself when anxious thoughts begin to creep in, and how to re-engage when you feel disconnected at work and home.  You'll hear her tips on what to avoid and not avoid when fear and anxiety set in and practical steps to move past the anxious thoughts that are holding you back from making decisions, moving forward, and taking healthy risks.  You’ll be encouraged by her words and practica...2022-09-2043 minThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica FischerThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica FischerCreating The Path for Joy-Filled LivingKicking off a new season and ready to share some great conversations with some amazing guests! In this episode... What beat have you been marching to? Is it the one driven by busyness or anxiousness? Perhaps it's one that has led you to feeling stuck or stressed? Whether you're feeling anxious, overwhelmed, or simply in need of a breathe of fresh air to lead you towards greater contentment and joy filled anticipation of what is to come, we're kicking off this season talking all about it.     Mentioned in this episode: Book: Rhy...2022-09-1310 minThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica FischerThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica FischerSummer Sign Off: Welcoming the In-BetweenIt's a wrap! Signing off for the summer, but not without this episode first! Listen in on this short and sweet episode as we chat more about: Letting go of things we've held onto, allowing things to change, knowing they can still be wonderful.  Choosing to not be afraid of what silence, quiet seasons, the waiting, and the in-betweens can hold.  The “okay” to step away from beautiful things for a bit, to live a little less undistracted, and trust goodness will meet us on the other side of it (and find us along the way).  ...2022-05-1914 minThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica FischerThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica FischerHolding Space and Living Open Handed w/ Stefanie BoyceStefanie Boyce, Director at The Oaks, joins us on the podcast this week to encourage us and talk through holding space for ourselves and others.  We’re talking about:  Where transformation happens The importance of slowing down and cultivating good soil in our lives What we need to let go of that’s holding us back  What some of the best leaders do  How we can both grieve the “known” in our lives and live expectantly in joy of the adventure ahead About Stefanie: Stefanie Boyce is The Oaks Director and creator of the Oaks Flagship Retreat signature fr...2022-04-0543 minMoxie UncutMoxie UncutEpisode 108 / Annica Fischer - Overwhelm & Burnout : What Is It?We have finite time, energy levels, knowledge, and brains but also a servant heart that puts us in pursuit of a multitude of things as social entrepreneurs. The more we relentlessly pursue completion of these tasks, we risk overwhelm and ultimately, burning out.   In today's episode, Annica and Jenny talk about the difference between overwhelm and burnout, how it shows up in our lives, our capacity vs capability, and some practical tips on how to reignite the spark of our passions as leaders, women, and social entrepreneurs. Episode Spotlight Handspun Hope2022-03-3143 minThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica FischerThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica FischerFierce Marriage w/ Ryan FrederickRyan Frederick of Fierce Marriage joins us this week to talk about marriage. In this episode, we’re talking about:  - What marriages need most right now - The #1 thing you need to know about your marriage  - What's plaguing marriages and the common struggles couples face today (be encouraged, you're not alone in them) - Practical tips to strengthen, invest in, and further ground your marriage - Creating alignment to sustain the season you’re in and the seasons you’re moving towards (together) He walks...2022-03-2949 minMoxie UncutMoxie UncutEpisode 107 / Annica Fischer - Slowing Down.In their third episode together, Jenny and Annica hold a discussion around slowing down and finding solitude in a world where busyness has become the norm. They delve deeper into finding reason in moments of stillness and quietness, paying attention to the little whispers in our lives and being intentionally present for the things and people that matter in your life.   In a world filled with endless tasks and responsibilities and so many voices pouring into our lives, sometimes we get distracted and end up listening to the wrong voices. This is why we need m...2022-03-2428 minMoxie UncutMoxie UncutEpisode 106/ Annica Fischer - Creating Meaningful WorkIn their second episode together, Jenny and Annica talk about creating meaningful work as they extensively explore what it means to create meaningful work, how to discover God’s destiny in our lives, creating meaning of our existence, and how to find meaning in the mundane moments. By referring to their personal journeys of finding meaning in their work and lives, they discuss the fears and distractions that stand in our way of creating meaningful work and how we can make our work about people.   MENTIONS Sunday Scaries - David Cary Lan...2022-03-1723 minThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica FischerThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica FischerReleasing Fears and Finding the Courage to Celebrate w/ Nicole ZasowksiNicole Zasowski, author and licensed marriage and family therapist, joins us this week to share more on her latest book - What If It’s Wonderful? Release Your Fears, Choose Joy, and Find the Courage to Celebrate.  In this episode, Nicole:  Unpacks fears that keep you from looking forward to the future with joy. Deconstructs the lies you’ve believed about happiness. Breaks down what's coming between you and a life of celebration. Shares practical tips from her latest book to help you actually drift towards joy and step more into the wonderful life in front of you...2022-03-1542 minMoxie UncutMoxie UncutEpisode 105 | Annica Fischer - Let go and let life unfold.In the next four weeks Jenny will host Annica Fischer and have candid conversations on letting go of control and trusting God’s plan in our lives, creating meaningful impact in our businesses and how to avoid burnout and being overwhelmed.   Annica has spent more than a decade in leadership development, coaching, and consulting.  She’s trained thousands of leaders, physicians, and teams on everything needed to build value for themselves and others. Her belief that what you see on the outside (what you "experience")  is the byproduct of "inside" work in any area of your li...2022-03-1036 minThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica FischerThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica FischerBehind the Brand: From Hobby to Business with Katie Roering, Fontana Candle Co.Katie Roering is the co-founder of Fontana Candle Co., a candle company passionate about natural health and wellness. After walking away from what she thought was her dream business in the dog industry, Katie shares her journey through the in-between chapter of their story, which eventually led them to launch Fontana Candle Co. Whether you’re an entrepreneur, wanting to start something new, or in the midst of a transition, you’ll be inspired by their story.  We’re talking about entrepreneurship, knowing yourself best, doing business with a spouse, and her advice on what to do when plans don’t t...2022-03-0831 minThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica FischerThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica FischerThe Best Value-Adding Tips to Level Up the Work You DoWork looks different for all of us, but regardless of the "kind of work" you do, it all comes with the opportunity to build value for others.  In this episode, I'm sharing a few of the best value-adding tips to enhance your work, relationships, business, team, or the experience of those you work with.  ______ If you're just tuning in, welcome!  I'm Annica and I’m on a mission to build a community around simple truths, life and business secrets, and everything in between...To uncomplicate the learning experience, keep us all growing, inspired, leading more...2022-02-1519 minThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica FischerThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica FischerHow to Capture More Joy and Contentment TodayHaving trouble finding true contentment with where you are? Feeling a bit discouraged lately? Stuck in a season of waiting or stillness?   I'm here to encourage you today and help you capture more of what the present has to offer. In this conversation, I’m sharing what I’m personally doing to stay grounded right where my feet are and shedding light on a few tips to help you do the same.  I'm also unpacking a few things that might be hindering your ability to find true contentment and experience today's joy.  “Instead of thinking where I’d...2022-02-0122 minThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica FischerThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica FischerThe Greatest Lesson I’ve Learned in the Last 12 MonthsIn this episode, I'm inviting you into the greatest lesson I'm learning and trying to live out right now.  If you're in the thick of parenting, knee-deep in pursuing a big goal, embracing a new role at work, or consider yourself a Type A, " I like a good plan" kind of person, you'll be encouraged by this episode.   ____ Ready for a happier, more connected, more fulfilled, more "successful" you?  Check out my TOP 10 coaching questions here - https://www.annicafischer.com/top10questions.   You can also check out other helpful resources at www.annicafi...2022-01-2711 minThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica FischerThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica Fischer5 Simple Ways to Leave a Greater Impact This YearIn this episode, I'm sharing five simple ways you can leave a greater impact this year.  If you get caught up in having to create a "new" you with the new year or add some big and profound goal to your plate this year, these tips will challenge you to rethink complexity and let simple things guide you towards a greater impact rather a "new" you.   ______ If you're just tuning in, welcome!  I'm Annica and I’m on a mission to build a community through inspiration, motivation, and simple truths and share life and business secret...2022-01-1114 minDaring to be HumanDaring to be HumanEP. 21 | Create the Life You Want by Moving Past Your Comfort Zone with Annica Fischer Annica advises those trying to step outside of their comfort zones and talks about what to expect and overcome that hesitation. The expression of the line around us being a chalk line; that we conjure this up in our minds is if it's like a cinderblock wall if it's a bank, vaulted wall, but it's not - it's a chalk line easily erased. How to overcome the little string & the stick When you are the most scared, that's the time to move; hold the mic and speak those words could move mountains.  Annica gave a valuable point: rather than always a...2022-01-0340 minThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica FischerThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica Fischer2021 Wrap Up: My Top ”Truths and Takeaways”It's a wrap! This year's final episode includes my favorite "truths and takeaways" from episodes this past year.  Thanks to all the guests, including entrepreneurs, authors, artists, creatives, comedians, musicians, coaches, change makers, mentors, and friends for sharing their stories and some of their greatest tips, encouragement, and lessons learned along the way. Let these practical and simple insights serve as a launching pad for your new year!  ____ My "Top 10" Self Coaching Questions for a happier, more fulfilled, aligned, and successful you >>> www.annicafischer.com/top10questions You can also check out other he...2021-12-2211 minThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica FischerThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica FischerBest of 2021: Guest HighlightsIn this episode, I’m highlighting a few "golden nuggets" shared by guests this year. Listen in on clips from some of the most insightful and thought-provoking conversations from authors, musicians, coaches, business owners, artists, and friends.  ___ Ready for a happier, more connected, more fulfilled, more "successful" you?  Check out my TOP 10 self-coaching questions here -https://www.annicafischer.com/top10questions or you can check out a few other helpful resources at www.annicafischer.com to help you navigate this season and find greater clarity.  Follow along on IG @annicafischer. 2021-12-1726 minThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica FischerThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica Fischer4 Times When ”Good” is Good EnoughIn a world striving for “great” - accomplishing great things, being great at what we do and how we do it, when can “good” be good enough? While we’re all taught that the opposite of good is great and to not give 110% is settling and disappointing, there’s something that happens in the striving. We lose so much of the greatness in who we are and we miss the opportunities of doing good, feeling good, and the open doors to great things. ___ Ready for a happier, more connected, more fulfilled, more "successful" you?  Check out my TOP 10...2021-12-0714 minThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica FischerThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica FischerCelebrating Small Victories on the Road to Bigger OnesWe always seem to find ways to celebrate the big things in life, but what about the small, mundane, seemingly unimportant things? Whether it’s momentum you need today, a deeper perspective on this season, a spark of joy, or more meaningful relationships personally or professionally, this mini-episode is for you. There are moments all around you today filled with opportunity and worthy of celebration. I don't want you to miss them!    > Ready for a happier, more connected, more fulfilled, more "successful" you?  Check out my TOP 10 self-coaching questions here -https://www.annicafischer.com/top10questi...2021-11-2310 minThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica FischerThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica FischerMegan Tibbits - Finding Favor and Releasing OutcomesHow do we decide what to pursue when we have many interests? How do we keep the success bar from constantly moving and meeting disappointment along the way? Megan Tibbits, singer, songwriter, and harpist invites us into her own story and shares encouragement on finding favor, uncovering truths about our identity, revisiting our own “thoughts and plans” for how our lives should look, and learning to release outcomes along the way. You can find Megan at http://megantibbits.com/ and on Instagram @megantibbits. Megan's latest song and video, New Life, can be found at https://beac...2021-11-1743 minThe Collide Kids Podcast | Kid-Friendly Christian Interviews About Faith, Careers, and Family FunThe Collide Kids Podcast | Kid-Friendly Christian Interviews About Faith, Careers, and Family FunHow to Be Different w/ Annica FischerChristen Clark interviews Annica Fischer, podcaster and business coach, and she shares about the gift that is being different, how to embrace who God has created us to be, and how to change the world. Plus Kids Only Segment featuring Elianna Jackson!Learn more about today's guest at her website: annicafischer.comAnd check out information about packing a shoebox and drop off sites samaritanspurse.com/occ--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/collidekidspod/messageSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/collidekidspod/support“That’s My King” is a vibr...2021-11-1235 minThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica FischerThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica FischerMeaningful WorkWhat is meaningful work? Where can you find it? How do you create it? Can you create greater meaning and impact even in a mundane and “ordinary” season? If you’re chasing greater meaning, feel like you’ve hit a wall, or struggling to figure out how to make where you find yourself personally or professionally in this season more meaningful, this 10 minute mini episode is for you (or your friend or your spouse). - Ready for a happier, more connected, more fulfilled, more "successful" you?  Check out my TOP 10 self-coaching questions here -https://www.annicafisc...2021-11-1010 minThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica FischerThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica FischerBecoming a Changemaker with Jenny NuccioJenny Nuccio is the Founder and CEO of Imani Collective, a non-profit, woman-empowerment program focused on defeating generational poverty through education and employment opportunities in Mombasa, Kenya and surrounding communities. She also runs the The School of Ethical Impact, for changemakers who want to create transformational impact through their business. In this episode, Jenny invites into the story and work behind Imani Collective and founding the School of Ethical Impact. She's shares how you can create greater impact in your work and one thing you can do to change the world starting right where you are.  We're t...2021-11-0339 minThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica FischerThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica FischerHow to Let It Be Easy with Susie MooreSusie Moore, author, celebrity life coach, and advice columnist, is helping us all “let it be easy” in this episode. She shares more on her latest book, “Let it Be Easy” and practical ways we can all welcome more ease into our daily lives. We’re talking about why we form allegiance to stress and simple ways that we can all let things like confidence, balance, “confrontations”, and boundaries be easy.  Susie also share her tip on how everyone can have a mentor and her #1 self-coaching question.  You’ll walk away feeling more ease, less stress, and greater excitement to embrace more ha...2021-10-2741 minThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica FischerThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica FischerBehind the Brand with Branch Basics Co-Founder, Kelly LoveKelly Love is the co-founder of Branch Basics, a wellness brand that creates home cleaning products. In this week’s episode, she’s sharing the story behind the brand - from concept to business to lifestyle.  Kelly shares examples of courage built from overcoming obstacles and setbacks in launching their business, tips on how to start small and find balance in a healthy lifestyle, and sheds lights on how others can begin to think bigger than simply the product or service they sell, make, or provide.    Kelly Love co-founded Branch Basics, a wellness brand t...2021-10-1941 minThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica FischerThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica FischerBritt Goff - Building a Business, Creating Community, and Pursuing our DesiresBritt Goff of Wheat and Honey Co. joins us this week.  She’s sharing her own unique story of how a desire, a career in sports marketing, and a few small steps of courage evolved into the greater community and business she leads today. In this episode, we’re talking about: Sitting and waiting in “the hard” when it’s where we’re supposed to be The #1 thing she finds people struggle with Mountaintop moments Creating authentic relationships and #1 thing NOT to ask people The dangerous place you don’t want to be Her own story of pursuing the things she...2021-10-0646 minThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica FischerThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica FischerLonging for More: How One Subtle Shift in Thinking Will Change Your Way of LivingIf you’ve found yourself making excuses for why you can’t, feeling behind, or simply feel stuck in the “don’t have enough/need more” mentality, this short 10 minute episode is for you.  It will challenge you to shift from your reasons why you can’t to embracing what you have, where you are, and pursuing “just enough” to take that next step.  In this episode, we’re unpacking how much “more” you do in fact need to chase the big dreams, take the big leap, and still stay grounded in what matters most AND we're unpacking these question...2021-10-0111 minThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica FischerThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica FischerLeaning Into Seasons of Change and Taking the Next Best Step w/ Tabitha PaigeTabitha Paige is an award winning artist, artist, illustrator, and owner behind Fox Hollow Studios.  In today’s conversation, she’s inviting us into her life and business story of how her skills, desires, experience, and training came together in a purpose-filled success story.  In this episode, we're talking with Tabitha about facing your greatest fears, knowing when to pivot, how she (and other artists) stay inspired, and how and why to lean into each season that you're in. You'll be encouraged by her real-life examples of how she found clarity in creating her own story of succes...2021-09-2353 minThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica FischerThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica FischerRaising Kids of Character and Embracing the Adventure with Monica SwansonToday, we’re sitting down with Monica Swanson, author of Boy Mom: What Your Son Needs Most from You. In this episode, we’re chatting about how to raise kids of character, the truth about raising boys, embracing family culture, sibling rivalry (and turning this into life-long lessons and friendships), and when/how-to approach pursuing your own passions and desires. "Keep your eyes on the prize of raising these great kids who are going to be world changers one day.”  Monica Swanson lives on the North Shore of Oahu (Hawaii) with her husband Dave and her fou...2021-09-1436 minThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica FischerThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica Fischer5 Leadership Skills That Will Help You Right Here, Right NowIn this episode, I'm sharing 5 skills (or "tips") that can help you right here, right now, in this exact season!  They're simple, yet powerful whether you run a business, a department, or a home.   If you typically cringe at the word "leadership", I invite you to embrace it today and listen in on 5 quick tips to making the journey more fruitful.  Because truth be told, you're leading. So might as well embrace the journey and make it count.   _____ If you're just tuning in, welcome!  I'm Annica and I’m on a mission to build a c...2021-09-0715 minBeyond the Rut: Create a Life Worth Living in Your Faith, Family, CareerBeyond the Rut: Create a Life Worth Living in Your Faith, Family, CareerBuild Confidence in Yourself with Annica FischerBusiness owner and coach, Annica Fischer, discusses how to build confidence in yourself by building a foundation of habits that will change your world. See the full show notes at BeyondTheRut.com/271 Go to BeyondTheRut.com/capsho for your free 14-day trial and see for yourself. Click on BeyondTheRut.com/capsho to claim your free 14-day trial and see for yourself. Click on BeyondTheRut.com/capsho to claim your free 14-day trial and see for yourself. Support the showMusic Hopeful...2021-08-3040 minThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica FischerThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica Fischer6 Quick Tips to Welcoming More "Good" Into Your LifeDo you want to invite more good things into your life? Who doesn't, right?!  If you’re feeling a little down today, need a quick boost, or simply just want to welcome more "goodness" into your life, I’ve got 6 quick tips for you in today’s episode.   Here are some hints on what we’re chatting about: magnetizing good, control, be/do, confidence, small packages, money, and people. _________ If you're just tuning in, welcome!  I'm Annica and I’m on a mission to build a community around simple truths, life and business s...2021-07-2013 minThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica FischerThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica FischerMotherhood: Tips, Wisdom, and Faithful Living from Mom of 7Wherever you’re at in your motherhood journey, behind every mom are real struggles, real challenges, and real growth.  In this episode, Natalie Bones, mom of 7, shares her wisdom and practical tips for fellow moms.  We’re chatting about nurturing each child’s unique heart, investing in your marriage, unsustainable expectations, centering our lives, how she feeds a full table, empowering your kids to crave “real” things, and the #1 thing the world can’t teach our kids well.  Natalie is a mom of 7 kids, ages 7 to 19.  She blogs about her journey through motherhood on her site - Table of...2021-07-1547 minThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica FischerThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica FischerThe Unhurried Life w/ Jen BrazealWe’re timing out today as we sit down with Jen Brazeal of The Unhurried Life Podcast. We’re chatting about what it means to live an unhurried life, filled with more moments, more meaning, and more essentials.  In this episode, she’s sharing the difference between essentialism and minimalism, how to  determine what is truly essential, lots of goodies around counter-culture parenting (including tips on screen-free parenting), and what it means to make value-added edits to your daily life. You can find Jen Brazeal and all of her resources that empower moms to get their li...2021-07-0641 minThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica FischerThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica FischerHonest Conversation: How Do You Stay True to You?We’re talking about 3 big questions in today’s short episode: What does it mean to stay true to you? Are you living authentically or wasting time trying to fit a mold? And lastly, how do you lead and guide others (your kids, spouse, co-workers) to stay true to themselves and what matters most?  We’re having an honest conversation about authenticity this week, challenging us all to answer the question of where we’re growing roots in life.  We’re unpacking how we can become better leaders in our own lives and help lead others towards authenticity...2021-06-3016 minThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica FischerThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica FischerHow to Unleash Your Most Creative Self (and Feel Happier) with Brooke SchultzImagine what life could look and feel like if you lived it a little more “outside of the box” and opened up greater possibilities for yourself? Today, we’re sitting down with Brooke Schultz, the amazing family photographer, podcaster, and writer, to chat about how we can all unleash more of our creative selves (whether you believe you’re creative or not!) so we make and do more of the things our heart longs for. We’re talking about failure, how to be happier and more energized, the #1 thing we can all do more off, how alter egos can h...2021-06-2241 minThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica FischerThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica FischerWhy Your Communication Might Not Be Working (and How to Make it Stick)What's one thing we can always be working to improve, regardless of stage of life?  Let's try communication.  Whether you have a business, a team, a mission to accomplish, a spouse, or kids, we can all be growing in strengthening our communication in those places and relationships.  In this episode, I'm sharing 4 tips to make your communication stick better and will help you unpack why what you're doing just isn't working. You'll walk away with actionable steps you can begin thinking through and taking with the next conversation you have today!  ________ New resource: If y...2021-06-1521 minThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica FischerThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica FischerThe 10 Minute Lesson They Didn't Teach You in SchoolWe live in a culture that is wired to win. As a child, we learn through sports, activities, and in school what we need to do win, and consequently, that consequences await you when you don’t (i.e., make the grade, steal the show, pass the test, etc.).  And so, as adults we carry the same mentality into our work and daily lives. The belief that tells us if we don’t follow the exact steps that culture tells us to take whether at home or at work, we are failing, failing is losing, and that it is all B...2021-06-0811 minThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica FischerThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica FischerLife Lessons from Standup Comedy and Improv with Mae BraytonIf you’ve ever struggled with any of these (because who hasn’t!) - procrastination, stepping into a season of life without a plan, doing something you haven’t done before, fear of failure, supporting others in their failures, internalizing what others say and think about you, taking risks, emotional vulnerability - you’ll find encouragement and plenty of takeaways in this episode.  In today’s episode, we’re chatting with Mae Brayton.  Mae is sharing lessons and insights from her work in standup comedy, teaching improv, and writing and working on screenplays and productions for many years. We’re ta...2021-06-0133 minThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica FischerThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica Fischer3 Secrets to Overcoming OverwhelmWe've all felt it, yet few will admit it! Whether you've been (or are) overwhelmed with decisions, parenting, work, or maybe even workload in general, the feeling is real - scarcity! There's simply not enough...energy, mental capacity, clarity, time! In this episode, I'm sharing 3 secrets to overcoming overwhelm in any area of your life.   _____________________________ If you're just tuning in, welcome!  I'm Annica and I’m on a mission to build a community around simple truths, life and business secrets, and everything in between...To uncomplicate the learning experience, keep us all growing, inspired, leading more...2021-05-2717 minThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica FischerThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica FischerThere's More to Savor: Building a Life Around What Matters Most w/ Lindsey LawingJoin the conversation with Lindsey Lawing, owner and head baker of Sweet Lucy's Pies.  In 2014, Lindsey found herself “on her own” as a single mom.  She was determined to find a way to support her daughter Lucy, build a future for the two of them, and also have the flexibility of being her own boss. What started with six pies at a local farmer’s market has now evolved into a thriving business and a local favorite in the Fort Worth foodie scene.   In this episode, Lindsey shares her humble beginnings and life and business lessons learned along the...2021-05-2534 minThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica FischerThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica FischerDiscovering and Leveraging "Gifts": How to Identify the Gifts in You and Those Around YouHave you ever noticed people doing their "life’s work"?  These are the people “ in their element” - they light up a room, inspire you, and their passion is almost contagious.  They’re SO incredibly good at what they do!  What if you could be MORE of that person and open up the door for others to be MORE of that, too? In today's episode, I’m sharing tips on how to identify your gifts, discover the gifts of others (at work and at home) and how to leverage them ALL more!  ______________ If you're just tu...2021-05-2022 minThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica FischerThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica FischerBehind the Book: Engaging Women and Elevating CommunitiesIn this episode, we’re chatting with co-authors Shannon Deer, PhD, CPA and Cheryl Miller about the story behind their upcoming book Business Doing Good: Engaging Women and Elevating Communities.  Whether you have a business, are part of a business, or simply want to learn more, this conversation will expand your knowledge as we explore how regardless of current role or season of life, we all might be part of “engaging women and elevating communities''. We’ll talk through what it means to invest in women “over-comers”, what it means for organizations who engage in the investment, and hear inspiring s...2021-05-2043 minThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica FischerThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica FischerFaith + Work with Mary Clay GuptonEver wondered how what you’re doing right now will ever play into your “bigger picture” story? What about when to draw the line of saying “yes” to everything while you’re in the learning/growth phase of your career or life?  In this episode, we're sitting down with Mary Clay Gupton of Claiborne Creative to chat about all of this and more!  She's sharing her formula for faith and work, how sometimes we have to tell the wrong story to realize what the right story is, heart work vs. hard work, authenticity, and her best tips for brand owners and ent...2021-05-1832 minThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica FischerThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica FischerLiving Life "Beyond the Rut" with Jerry DuganHow many times have you found yourself feeling stuck? Countless, right?! Too often we ALL find ourselves going through the motions, scared to make the wrong move, thinking we need “more” to move forward, or simply feeling disconnected from the things that matter most. In this episode, we’re sitting down with Jerry Dugan of Beyond the Rut podcast to talk truths about "the rut" and how to get unstuck in 5 key areas of our lives so we can live life "beyond the rut".  “We only have one life and it’s too dang short to live it stuck in...2021-05-1338 minThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica FischerThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica FischerA More Confident You with Daphney FordYou are a leader whether you realize it or not.  Every day, countless people are learning from what you do and how you do it (and what a gift and opportunity that truly is)! In this episode, Leadership Expert, Daphney Ford, is teaching us how we can all become better leaders in our everyday lives and rewrite the stories we tell ourselves. Most importantly, she shares why the world needs a more confident you and the simple how to’s on how to step into that.  Consider this episode a life coaching session and leadership training in one (you’re wel...2021-05-0651 minThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica FischerThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica FischerDare to Be DifferentWhy are you scared to be different? To share the “different” idea? To do things differently?  The truth is, if you want to make a difference, it starts with doing something different.  In this episode, I’m daring you to move past your fears and OWN your own kind of different, choose different, try different, live different.  ________ If you're just tuning in, welcome!  I'm Annica and I’m on a mission to build a community around simple truths, life and business secrets, and everything in between...To uncomplicate the learning experience, keep us all growing...2021-05-0410 minThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica FischerThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica Fischer4 Quick Tips to Do More of What You LoveTruth be told, when it comes to doing the things that make you happy, it’s not just about you. Whether it be at work, at home, or in your community, people around you like it when you’re happier, too. In this episode, I’m sharing 4 quick tips that are so simple, you can welcome more joy and happiness into your life starting today.    _____   If you're just tuning in, welcome!  I'm Annica and I’m on a mission to build a community around simple truths, life and business secrets, and everything i...2021-04-2908 minThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica FischerThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica FischerBecoming Strong and Capable with Brigette HellerJoin me this week as we sit down with Brigette Heller of The Strong and Capable to talk the honest truths about what it means to be strong, the power behind claiming who you are, how to “choose” your best self, unpacking boundaries, blooming where you want to be planted, and more. She’s also sharing her powerful story behind her brand and practical tips she personally uses and shares with her AWAKE community to help us wake up to more in our own lives.  You can check out Brigette’s work and programs at www.thestrongandcapable.com. You...2021-04-2747 minThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica FischerThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica Fischer5 Questions to Refocus and Re-Engage You in Your LifeIn this short and sweet episode, we’re zooming out of your life and looking in. I’m sharing 5 questions to ask yourself today (and answer honestly) that will help you re-engage, recalibrate, reset, and recommit to what is important as you step back into the daily grind.   If you're feeling a little stuck, disengaged, lacking clarity, disconnected, or overwhelmed at times, let this episode help you refocus and keep moving.  ________ If you're just tuning in, welcome!  I'm Annica and I’m on a mission to build a community around simple truths, life and busine...2021-04-2211 minThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica FischerThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica FischerFinding Your True North: Shifting Your Perspective on How it's DoneDo you know at what point in your life you stopped adding your spark to life? At what point you started believing that the only way to do it is the way you’ve seen others do it? That the only to win is to win the way that others have won? What if instead you could restore your thinking and shift your perspective on “how” things are done? What if you added your spark back to the world and paved a path that both helped pave a way for others AND helped you welcome “more” into your life?  If yo...2021-04-2014 minThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica FischerThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica FischerCultivating Greater Awareness with Guest Expert and Executive Coach (John Krajicek)Today, we're sitting down with Executive Coach, John Krajicek, to talk mastering greater awareness in your life, improving your presence, acknowledging emotions, and what we can all learn from guitars on a wall. In this episode, John shares practical meditation tips, how to's and why’s around greater self-awareness, secrets to public speaking, how to have a both/and life, and making space for the things you love.   John Krajicek is an Emotional Intelligence & Mindfulness based coach & retired Executive Professor for Texas A&M University. John has coached thousands of professionals on communication skills, self-awareness, emotional & social inte...2021-04-151h 06The Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica FischerThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica FischerAffirmation, Approval, and Validation: The Search that Holds You BackWhy are we all addicted to seeking affirmations, validation, and approval from everyone and for everything. Why do we feel like we need to be loved by all, our work liked by all, and that everyone must take notice of all that we do? Why do we let people, jobs, titles, comments, conversations, posts, and pictures define and affirm us? The truth is we've gotten so much of this wrong and we've given others far too much power over what we do, how we do it, why we do it, what we create, what we share, and...2021-04-1319 minThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica FischerThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica Fischer4 Questions to Help You Become a "Creature of (Better) Habits"We’ve all filled our lives with habits and have more autopilot moments than we can often count. You’re definitely not alone in that! Today, we’re stepping back for a second and looking into your habits - both the good and the bad. I’ve got 4 simple and quick questions that are going to help you identify, reset, and rebuild (successfully!) your habits and help us all become “creatures of (BETTER) habits”.  Our lives could all use more intention, less regrets, right?! ___________________ If you're just tuning in, welcome!  I'm Annica and I’m on a mission to...2021-04-0820 minThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica FischerThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica FischerUNBURDENED: Essential Tips to Live How You Should Be Living (but Aren't)We’re all carrying burdens around that DON’T need to be carried (or carried by us for that matter!).  We weigh our lives down unnecessarily and self-impose so many of our own burdens. The truth is, however, that we’re not made to live burdened lives, but rather to live UNBURDENED. Let today be day one to less burden, more living! In this episode, I’m challenging you to identify, call out, and release the “burdens” in your life so you can live fuller, feel more alive, and free up space in your mind and life to think, do...2021-04-0617 minThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica FischerThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica FischerAn Honest Chat with an OBGYN: Trends, Changes, and TruthsThis episode we're sitting down with Dr. Kathleen Cammack, practicing Ob/Gyn in Fort Worth, Texas, and also a busy mom of three! She shares trends she's seeing in women mid/post pandemic and tackling questions (with honest answers!) about anxiety, depression, and her tips on how she navigates the business of life to make time for things that matter most.  Here's a teaser...you're not alone in those ups and downs.  We're all in this together! _________________ If you're just tuning in, welcome!  I'm Annica and I’m on a mission to build a com...2021-04-0131 minThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica FischerThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica Fischer"No One" Has It Figured Out: How to Stop Living Like They DoNews flash...NO ONE has it figured it out.  Everyone is winging it - you are, I am, they are!  Yet, as we look around, we find ourselves feeling like we're behind, as if everyone's life appears to be put together, and as if they have it all figured out.    In this episode, I'm shedding light on how everyone is learning as they go, failing as they go, and growing through it.  I'll share my secret to not being afraid of public speaking and help you become more confident in your daily life. Because the truth is...no on...2021-03-3013 minThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica FischerThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica FischerReclaiming "You": Hope, Fears, and RestorationWe all have stories, life changes, and fears that hold us back in life. We also cycle through seasons of broken-spiritedness, hungry for restoration (without even knowing it!). In this life-giving episode, we sit down with Tami Imlay, professional life coach, former family and marriage therapist, AND certified Enneagram coach (oh yeah, and also a mom of 2 and Air-Force veteran!). She shares truths on what it means to be “broken-spirited”, practical tips on moving past capital “F” FEAR (the #1 barrier to more), self-judgement, the pressure we place on ourselves, navigating our emotions, and so much more!  You can find...2021-03-2536 minThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica FischerThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica Fischer“Settling” in Life: The Unconscious Habit You Need to BreakWhether you’re tired of “settling”, feeling like too many areas of your life are simply "blah", or maybe even not aware that you're doing it ALL the time, let’s package up all of that settling business with a bow and send it on its way. We both know there’s more goodness ready to be unwrapped in your life. You’re not meant to settle for an “ok” life; You’re meant to feel A-LIVE!  In this episode, I’m sharing how one simple definition has powerfully steered me away from settling and how you, too, can welcome more...2021-03-2420 minThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica FischerThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica FischerParenting "on Purpose": Insider Tips from a Parent Empowerment Coach “Becoming the best version of you is the best gift you can give your children.”   In this week's conversation, Annica and Parent Empowerment Coach, Teresa Williams, sit down to talk truths about parenting and how-to parent “on purpose”.  Listen in as Teresa shares tips she’s learned and coached after 17 years in the classroom and years in the business world to help parents “grow” in their parenting journey.  Think professional development meets the parenting experience! From getting to the root of emotions and behaviors, to building healthy relationships and becoming a more effective communicator, this episode will meet...2021-03-1742 minThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica FischerThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica FischerThe Power of You: Unlimiting and ReleasingYou know who is holding you back from more in life - it’s YOU. (not this season, your boss, your employer, your kids!).  Why do we so often hold ourselves back from stepping into so much for our lives? Is it out of fear, comfort, beliefs, distractions? In this episode, I’m sharing how to know if you’re holding yourself back, helping you call out your “why” for what it is, and giving you the good news… that you hold the key to the solution! If you’re tired of getting in your own way, are re...2021-03-1519 minThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica FischerThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica FischerFood for Your Soul (in Under 7 Minutes!)If need a boost today, I get it! It's been a crazy year, season, month, and so on, right?!  If you've got 7 minutes (in the car, feeding your little one, waiting in line, on a lunch break, or just to listen), take a break from all that's going on in the world and take a few minutes to feed your mind and soul some goodness today. AND...it's effortless - short, sweet, no prepwork, cleanup, or guilt required. Just come as you are!   _______________ If you're just tuning in, I'm Annica and I'm a former consultant and...2021-03-1007 minThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica FischerThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica Fischer"I Feel Stuck!": The Top 3 Reasons Why and Practical Tips to Break FreeWe both know how frustrating it can be to feel stuck! (Ugh!) From small decisions to big decisions, we get caught up in knowing where to even start, what we even "want" to do, and obsess over making the "right" decision.  From fears to doubt, we tend to sink even further into our state of "stuck".  BUT, today I'm here to tell you that can't stay there anymore - you know there's more AND the world is waiting for you get unstuck, too, so you can do more of the great things you're put on this earth to do! In...2021-03-0921 minThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica FischerThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica FischerThe 5 Sales Skills That Will Change Your LifeYou're in "sales" whether you believe it or not AND you're in the business of people (regardless of what you do!).  As a recovered sales woman, in this episode I'm sharing the 5 skills that will make you MORE EFFECTIVE and MORE SUCCESSFUL in any field, any job, and any stage of life.  If you're ready to make more things happen, get unstuck, and move closer to where you want to go, I'll tell you the skills you need to tap into to accomplish exactly that!  2021-02-2518 minThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica FischerThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica FischerWhat's Really Living In Your Comfort Zone (and Why It's Time to Move Out!)Most of us have built "comfort" zones in many areas of our lives, many of these without even realizing it! We fill these places with ease, minimal stress, semi-guaranteed performance levels, and strong “safety nets”.  But, there are some ugly truths living in these comfort zones.   In today's episode, I'll share what trees, popcorn and pickles, and bubbles have in common and why it's time to move out our comfort zones (and stop creating them for others!)   You can find me on Instagram @annicafischer.  DM me - I love to connect! 2021-02-1015 minThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica FischerThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica FischerThe 7 Goals You Should Actually Be SettingIf you're like most people, you find yourself often feeling overwhelmed, chasing, striving and spinning your wheels.  You spend so much of your time every day helping your business, your employer, your family (and the list goes on!) achieving their goals, but what about yours? What goals SHOULD you be setting? Which ones are ACTUALLY effective? And which ones matter most? 2021-02-1016 minThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica FischerThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica FischerLiving True to You: Unpacking What's Holding You BackHave you ever really thought about all of the people, places, and things that have shaped your current life? Have you ever paused to realize that most of the choices you make every day are influenced by some(one) or some(thing), be it from the past or present? In this episode, we're unpacking all of the distractions and voices in your head that you've been carrying around - many without even realizing - that are holding you back and making space for more of your true self to show up and live freely YOU. 2021-02-1022 minThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica FischerThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica FischerThe 5 Investments That Won't Return VoidNo one wants to invest in the things that don't actually generate a return. YET, we see this done every single day! Are you a wise investor? Do you make your investments count? It's one thing to invest a dollar to make a dollar PLUS (*and it can't be all about the $), but it's another thing to invest your life in meaningful work and in the things that are guaranteed to not return void.    2021-02-1017 minThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica FischerThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica FischerFinding Rest and Balance (in a World Where It Feels Non-Existent and Impossible)The world is not going to stop its busyness and it will consume as much of your life as you allow it to.  You've gotta stop taking pride in trying to do it all! So what kind of rest do you really need? How can you find balance?  I'll share my "3-Legged Stool Theory" and more tips on how you can find more of what you need in today's hectic world.  Today is the day.  There's no better time than now to take care of you.  2021-02-1016 minThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica FischerThe Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica FischerHow To Write (and Live Out) Your Own Success StoryHow do  you write and live out your own success story? One that will matter decades later? One that is true to who you really are and not tainted by who you are told to be?  True success is about stepping into the fullest version of who you've been created to be and do what you've been put on this earth to do.  It's about living an authentic life true to who YOU are.  It's time to come alive as you step foot into your own "success" story.  2021-02-1022 min