Meet Anne Karber

We caught up with the brilliant and insightful Anne Karber a few weeks ago and have shared our conversation below.

Hi Anne, we’re so appreciative of you taking the time to share your nuggets of wisdom with our community. One of the topics we think is most important for folks looking to level up their lives is building up their self-confidence and self-esteem. Can you share how you developed your confidence?

My confidence grew through a simple but powerful cycle: trying, failing, learning, and growing. I have never been afraid to put myself out there and give things a shot, even when I didn’t know exactly how it would turn out. That trial-and-error approach gave me real-life experience—something a lot of people miss out on because fear holds them back. Without experience, confidence has nothing to stand on. I earned mine by doing the hard things, learning from mistakes, and proving to myself over and over that I can figure it out.

As for self-esteem, that’s been more of a slow burn. I used to be decent in that area, but I didn’t always give myself credit for the badass things I’ve accomplished. In recent years, I’ve started owning those wins and showing myself more grace and gratitude…not for my ego—for my soul. Acknowledging how far I’ve come—and all the challenges I’ve overcome to get here—has allowed my self-esteem to grow. It’s not about being perfect; it’s about being proud of the journey.

Great, so let’s take a few minutes and cover your story. What should folks know about you and what you do?

I’m incredibly passionate about helping people level up—both in their professional journeys and personal lives. After years of experience in various business ventures and side hustles, I’ve channeled that energy into my current company, FJ, Ltd. We specialize in supporting small businesses by handling the operational and strategic side of things so that owners can stay focused on what they truly love. I partner closely with business owners to help them recognize their worth and confidently go after big goals in their industries.

On the personal side, I recently launched a podcast called “Let’s Get Naked,” which is all about embracing vulnerability and having real, unfiltered conversations. We dive into all kinds of topics—nothing is off-limits—and we aim to create a space where people feel seen, heard, and empowered.

Whether in business or through personal storytelling, I feel honored to give back in a way that helps others uncover their potential and step into their highest purpose. That’s what drives everything I do.

If you had to pick three qualities that are most important to develop, which three would you say matter most?

Looking back, the three qualities that had the biggest impact on my journey were being scrappy, not being afraid to fail, and resilience,

Being scrappy has served me in ways I didn’t fully appreciate until later in life. I’ve never had the luxury of waiting for perfect conditions—I’ve had to make things work with what I had, think creatively, and stay resourceful. That grit, that willingness to figure it out, has taken me further than polished credentials ever could.

Not being afraid to fail—that’s been a game-changer. I’ve swung for the fences, knowing that I might miss. But I also know that today isn’t a dress rehearsal. We don’t get to hit replay on this day, this opportunity, this moment. Let that sink in: we’re not promised tomorrow. If this were your last day, what would you do differently? Would you still play it safe?

And resilience has been everything. Life doesn’t ask for permission before it knocks you down, it just does. But being able to get back up, dust yourself off, and keep going… that’s what separates people who stay stuck from those who grow. Every stumble taught me something, and every comeback made me stronger.

My advice to anyone early in their journey is this:

• Stay scrappy. Use what you have. Start where you are. Perfect is the enemy of progress.
• Embrace failure as part of the process, not something to avoid. Failure is just feedback.
• Build your bounce-back muscle. You will fall. Get good at rising.

You don’t need to have it all figured out. You just need to be brave enough to keep going.

Okay, so before we go we always love to ask if you are looking for folks to partner or collaborate with?

Absolutely — I’m always looking to partner and collaborate with folks who are aligned with the mission of Let’s Get Naked: creating real, raw, and transformative conversations that foster connection, not division.

I’m especially interested in connecting with:

Guests who are willing to show up authentically and share the defining, unfiltered moments of their journeys — whether in business, personal growth, healing, or transformation.

Creators and storytellers who value vulnerability and have a passion for amplifying human experiences through podcasting, media, or other collaborative platforms.

Brands and organizations that champion authenticity, mental wellness, and community — and are looking for impactful ways to connect with audiences beyond surface-level messaging.

Producers, editors, and creatives who want to support a podcast that prioritizes depth and soul over hype and trends.

If you’re someone who feels called to co-create something meaningful, I want to hear from you. Whether it’s joining me as a guest, helping expand the reach of the show, or brainstorming something entirely new — Let’s Get Naked is a growing movement, and there’s room at the table.

You can connect with me directly through my website, socials, or email. Let’s peel back the layers and build something real, together.

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