Episode 59
Overcoming Overwhelm with Antje Pepper
On this episode of the Performance Mindset podcast, Amy welcomes Antje Pepper, co-founder of KEEP>GOING First Aid. Antje is originally from Germany, met her American husband in New Zealand, and they ultimately settled in the United States. Their business started when they realized there was a real need for first aid kits geared toward families, leading to the foundation of KEEP>GOING First Aid. Antje and her husband spent nearly two years traveling with their young family, and this summer, they’re taking their four children to Germany for a year.
Antje is a master of self-care, focus, and adaptability. In her conversation with Amy, she shares some of the strategies that have been instrumental in her success at home and in business.
In this episode, you’ll hear:
- Antje Pepper’s business background, the big trip she and her husband took with their children, and the first aid kit product they developed for families when they returned.
- The steps Antje and her husband took to get their first aid kit for families off the ground.
- Why focus and generating sustainable growth has been key to her success.
- The strategies she uses to avoid becoming overwhelmed.
- Sticking with the strategies that work, reflecting on them, and then adjusting if needed.
- Antje’s routine that allows her and her husband to carve out time for the business and prioritize family.
- Practicing gratitude and remembering the good things in your life.
- Letting go of expectations others have of you, or you have of yourself.
- Maintaining a strong mindset, remaining resilient, and adapting as things change.
- Antje’s upcoming year in Germany and what she hopes they all take away from it.
- The importance of grace and joy.
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