Welcome to another insightful episode of Mojo: The Meaning of Life and Business, where we explore the compelling crossroads of personal enrichment and professional Growth. In today’s conversation, host Jennifer Glass sits down with Anna Van Agtmael, the visionary founder of Wandering Roots, an organization dedicated to designing adventure retreats for women worldwide.
Anna shares her deeply personal journey into the world of retreats, which began as a path to recovery and self-discovery following surgery. Her transformative experience with Yoga and the power of communal vulnerability inspired her to combine her passions for Travel and personal growth into creating retreats that offer participants a unique opportunity to pause, connect, and reflect. Anna discusses how retreats can serve as critical interventions, not just in personal life, but in the corporate world too, strengthening team dynamics and organizational cultures.
Throughout this episode, the duo delves into practical strategies for planning successful retreats, emphasizing the need to balance rich content with downtime to prevent participant fatigue. Anna offers tried-and-true advice on tailoring retreats to meet the needs of different audiences, stressing the importance of market research to ensure alignment with attendees’ preferences.
Whether you’re an entrepreneur eager to host impactful retreats or someone looking to rejuvenate personal well-being through these immersive experiences, Anna’s expertise will guide you through the process. The episode also touches on adapting to virtual settings, offering a fresh perspective on engagement in an increasingly digital age.
Join us to discover how thoughtfully crafted retreats can not only bring people together but also propel them toward meaningful change and achievement. This episode is a must-listen for anyone wanting to harness the power of retreats for personal and business success.
About my guest: Anna VanAgtmael is the founder of Wandering Roots. She hosts adventure retreats for women all over the world and helps entrepreneurs plan and host their own profitable retreats.
Connect with Anna on Facebook, LinkedIn, Instagram, and on the web at https://retreatsthatdontsuck.com
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