What if I’m not ready? What if I fail?

Have you ever felt the pull to pursue something bigger, yet found yourself stuck, watching opportunities pass by as you second-guess your potential? You're not alone. The barriers of fear, self-doubt, and the ever-present excuses of “not enough time” or “not enough money” often keep even the most ambitious dreams at arm’s length. But here’s the truth: your dreams don’t have to wait any longer.

In Cultivating Audacity, three-time Emmy Award-winning broadcaster and keynote speaker Anne Marie Anderson challenges you to stop putting your dreams on hold. Anderson shows you how to overcome the all-too-common barriers that stand in your way—whether it’s fear, lack of resources, or self-doubt. It’s time to break through these hurdles and take the bold risks that lead to a life you’re excited to wake up to every day.

This book isn’t just about being daring for the sake of it—it’s about taking meaningful, calculated risks that push you toward your goals. You’ll find practical strategies, empowering stories, and transformative insights designed to help you take the next step with confidence. Cultivating Audacity will teach you how to:

Separate “worth it” from “reckless” risks
Identify and confront the key barriers holding you back
Build a functional support system with purpose and intention

Audacity isn’t a trait reserved for the naturally fearless. It’s something you can cultivate, one bold step at a time. This book will be your guide to facing life’s challenges head-on and seizing the opportunities that will create a career and life filled with meaning and purpose.

It’s time to stop standing still. Your bold, audacious life awaits. Let’s dive in and cultivate the courage to pursue it.

Anne Anderson