Bold Journey gives us an insider’s look into Anna Livermore's fearless journey. She actually uses imposter syndrome as a catalyst for her success. From overcoming doubts to building V.Mora, Anna shares her solution-focused mindset, and the leadership principles that define her thriving fashion empire.

In a world where self-doubt often acts as an unseen barrier, Anna Livermore stands out as a beacon of inspiration. She proves that imposter syndrome can be a motivator rather than a road block. 

In a recent interview with Bold Journey, Anna shares her compelling story of overcoming imposter syndrome and forging her path in the fashion industry. She also shares thoughts about her success and gives tips you can use for your own business. 

Embracing Imposter Syndrome as a Catalyst for Growth:

Anna challenges the conventional narrative around imposter syndrome. She views it as a sign of pushing boundaries and venturing into uncharted territories. For her, the discomfort of feeling like an imposter serves as a reminder that she is stretching herself beyond her perceived limits. 

One vivid memory stands out from an early in her career presentation at Fashion Institute of Technology (FIT) in New York. The fear of being a Chicago designer in the big city nearly held her back. 

Despite her initial doubts, she delivered a presentation that resonated with her audience. She proved that imposter syndrome can be overcome and used as a catalyst for personal and professional growth.

V.Mora: Paving the Way for Designers’ Success:

Anna is the founder of V.Mora, a fashion consulting firm dedicated to ensuring the success of designers. They provide unparalleled services and insider expertise. 

From its humble beginnings in Anna's Chicago apartment, V.Mora has evolved into a thriving company in New York City. It serves clients worldwide. Anna's commitment to paving her own path and breaking industry norms has made V.Mora a bold and forward-thinking force in the fashion world. Her expert advice has successfully launched many growing fashion brands.

Key Qualities That Shaped Anna’s Journey:

Reflecting on her journey, Anna identifies three key qualities that have been instrumental in her success:

• Non Conformity: Anna's unapologetic refusal to conform to traditional employment structures fueled her determination to make her entrepreneurial dreams a reality. With no safety net or generational wealth, she had no choice but to make it work.

• Solution-focused: Anna's ability to pivot and find solutions in the face of challenges sets the tone for her entire team. Instead of dwelling on problems, she encourages a proactive approach that keeps her and her team focused on moving forward and learning from every situation.

• Leadership: Building a trustworthy and reliable team has been crucial for Anna's business growth. Her leadership style involves instilling confidence in her employees, allowing them to make mistakes, and empowering them to learn and grow from those experiences.

Advice for Those Starting Their Journey:

Anna's journey and her expert advice offers valuable lessons for those embarking on their entrepreneurial path:

Acknowledge that challenges will arise. It’s how you handle them that defines your success.

Be solution-focused. Don't dwell on problems but instead find ways to move forward.

Build a reliable and trustworthy team. These creative, innovative, and problem focused experts can be an extension of yourself.

Acknowledge Strength in Adversity:

Anna attributes much of her strength and resilience to her grandmother. Despite being paralyzed from the neck down due to polio, she ran the family bakery and became a symbol of unwavering strength. 

She shares her grandmother's classic, practical wisdom and teaching. "You feel sorry for yourself you have no shoes but what about the man who has no feet?". This served as a guiding principle for Anna as she faced the challenges of starting her own company.

Anna Livermore's journey is a testament to the transformative power of embracing discomfort. She finds solutions in adversity, and builds a resilient and forward-thinking team. 

Read the full Bold Journey interview here and join Anna on her weekly live seminars for a glimpse into the inside secrets of the fashion industry. 

What’s your breakthrough fashion concept? If you feel you have an idea that may have some promise, schedule a free strategy call and let's talk about it. You may have discovered a niche and a fashion product that could become a successful start-up and the fashion business of your dreams.

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• Sourcing 

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• Pattern Making

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• Sample Making

• Fittings 

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• Manufacturing

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About the Author

Fashion expert, Allison Howmann, graduated from the Fashion Institute of Technology where she majored in Fashion Design and Minored in International Trade and Marketing. She has spent over 6 years in the NYC Fashion Industry utilizing her Design and Marketing skills. Allison has worked with several successful brands to help create their winning fashion development, small business operations, and sales and marketing strategies. You can find her creating original content on the V.Mora blog and the V.Mora Instagram.