We’re looking forward to introducing you to Anthony Armstrong. Check out our conversation below.
Anthony, we’re thrilled to have you with us today. Before we jump into your intro and the heart of the interview, let’s start with a bit of an ice breaker: What do you think others are secretly struggling with—but never say?
I think we are struggling with balancing how we show up for others vs how we show up for ourselves. I think that we are more likely to bend over backwards and allow the problems and priorities of other people get placed in front of our own needs and priorities. Often we are pouring from an empty cup. We feel selfish to take a break or do something for ourselves, and when we do, it’s “retail therapy”.
We feel that our value is tied to our output, at least that’s what society tells us. Society tells us that “self-care” is a luxury item, and that’s not the case. It’s an essential vitamin for a successful and vibrant life.
Can you briefly introduce yourself and share what makes you or your brand unique?
# Anthony Armstrong – Professional Bio
**Meet Anthony Armstrong** – a self-described entrepreneur and farmer who’s mastered the art of reinvention. After six seasons in the NFL catching passes for Washington, Miami, and Dallas – including a rookie campaign that still ranks third all-time in Washington franchise history – Anthony discovered his college career placement exam had him pegged all along. Twice it told him he was destined to be a farmer and entrepreneur. He even tried changing his answers the second time, but destiny doesn’t negotiate.
Today, Anthony brings that same mindset and passion to everything he touches. For 11 years, he’s been one of real estate’s most dynamic voices, creating the most educated buyers and sellers while serving everyone from first-time homebuyers to celebrity clients. As a certified personal trainer and group fitness leader for eight years, he knows what it takes to push through barriers. As host of BLEAV in Commanders for the past three years and a sought-after speaker, he’s become the go-to guide for professionals navigating career transitions.
His 4D Hustler’s Playbook – Destination, Decisions, Desires, and Delivery – gives people the confidence to move forward into uncertainty and embrace the uncomfortable journey of reinvention. Whether he’s growing tomatoes and strawberries in his backyard garden (yes, the career test was right), commanding the stage as an emcee, or sharing hard-won wisdom about those crucial three years it takes to truly transition from one identity to another, Anthony brings an optimistic, supportive, and hilariously honest perspective that makes you believe anything is possible.
Because if a guy who spent Sundays catching footballs can become a successful realtor, fitness leader, podcaster, speaker, and urban farmer, what’s your excuse?
Appreciate your sharing that. Let’s talk about your life, growing up and some of topics and learnings around that. Who taught you the most about work?
I’d say my mom. It’s not so much the day-to-day, physical grind of a job, but the way she handled herself with so much turmoil and chaos going on around her. She found a way to take care of her home and family as well as have a social life.
I would take that into my hottest days of training camp. The most uncomfortable moment that I was encountering on the football field paled in comparison to the type of hardships and emotional struggle that she had to endure. She always taught me to keep smiling and maintain a positive attitude.
What have been the defining wounds of your life—and how have you healed them?
Recently, addressing the death of my father has been the main would heal from over the past few years. Having a crossover moment in life where my oldest son was the age I was when my dad suddenly died. That thought hit me like a ton of bricks, and frankly, I was scared. I didn’t know how to communicate that. It would require a lot of vulnerability and being uncomfortable.
The healing is still a work in progress, but being able to type these words and talk about that moment and how it affected me shows that I am on the right path. I read the book, “How to Do the Work” by Nicole LePera. It has some prompts and exercises to help the reader unpack childhood trauma – known and unknown.
I also heal by not repeating the behaviors or narratives that are now made clear to me.
I think our readers would appreciate hearing more about your values and what you think matters in life and career, etc. So our next question is along those lines. What’s a belief or project you’re committed to, no matter how long it takes?
Eliminating food deserts through local organic produce and direct community involvement.
Food deserts are areas of cities that have limited access to quality food options. Generally, the main sources are fast food establishments, and the occasional grocery store.
The plan is to grow local fresh greens in a space conscious manner and disperse it to the local neighborhood. We would then partner with local farmers for meat options as well. There’s more to it, but I think it could have an impact and be successful model that can be spread across the nation.
Okay, so before we go, let’s tackle one more area. How do you know when you’re out of your depth?
When things get a bit turbulent and you feel like you’re losing control.
Usually, I’m in a new space that requires more of me in some regard, and my success depends on my ability to figure it out and make the necessary changes.
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