The Savvy Boss is a column in partnership with BossTalks where we sit down for a morning coffee chat with some of the savviest lady bosses from around the globe.
For centuries other cultures have healed their bodies through natural methods. Tea is one the ancient ways of healing our bodies. People have used tea to boost their immune system for inflammation and even to help to heal cancer and heart disease.
Anna Chernitskaya decided to turn her childhood remedy in Eastern Europe into a business. We had the opportunity to hear her story of how she started The Ritual Tea and how she wants to use this ancient ritual for good.
What were the biggest challenges you had to overcome at the beginning of your career journey?
The biggest challenge for me was trying to be seen and heard, especially since I tend to be shy, when I first moved to the US because English is not my first language. An important lesson I learned was how to stay calm. Often when things aren’t going the way we think they should, it’s hard to stay calm, but it’s very important both in business and in our personal lives.
What’s one thing you’ve done (good or bad) in your life where you look back and say, “I can’t believe I actually did that?
I still can’t believe I moved to the United States by myself and made a life for myself here.I still have no idea how I had the guts to do that!
Did you have any mentors? Do you believe they are important when starting a business or in the business world?
I have my mentor and guardian angel and I’m so blessed to have people like that in my life. They always give me strength and guidance.
What entrepreneurial hacks have you developed to stay focused and productive in your day-to-day?
Routine and rituals are the key for success, which is why I named my company The Ritual. I truly believe repetitive actions every day will bring you to the place you want to be at, but you have to have patience!
During my life, I realized how important it is to start your day with the same productive routine which includes meditation, exercise, reading for an hour and journaling while I drink my tea.
Repetitive everyday routines help to calm down your nervous system and make people more productive.
What are three tips you can give to someone who wants to get into the wellness space?
You have to find something you’re passionate about, that you love and that people need. There is always a space for something new especially in the health & wellness space that can help people live a healthier lifestyle.
How do you define success?
I think success is when you are happy with what you are doing. I’m very happy when I hear people’s feedback about how much they love my tea or when they tell me how happy they are that they finally lost weight by drinking my tea along with intermittent fasting.
What do you want to leave as a legacy?
My dream is to have a huge corporation with different types of spas, supplements and teas etc. that will help people fight illnesses without having to take a lot of medication. I want my name and business to be synonymous with quality health products and I want to help people feel their best and live longer and healthier lives.
What is your definition of a Savvy Boss?
It’s a badass boss who knows what they want and how to get it!
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