The Beauty of a (Business) Community

Tell me about your family!

Who are your friends?

Where do you hang out and with whom?

We ask and answer these questions all the time. 

They’re questions of connection. And they remind us that our lives are not (and cannot) exist in isolation.

Life is richer together.

Family feels closer when we seek each other out. 

Friendships have a deeper meaning when we make time for each other.

The same goes for your business community.

But business relationships are harder to find.

Regularly, I’m impressed by women I meet, counsel, and coach who are remarkable at what they do– they're smart, visionary, accomplished.

But lonely.

It’s as if their business accomplishments have isolated them from others.

And they feel it.

Women business owners need connected relationships, as well.

In fact, I’ve discovered that those who prioritize their business community relationships go further and remain inspired.

You may not get to choose your family or even some of your friends!

But you can choose your business community!

There are specific communities designed to mutually challenge and encourage you to be your best for your business. 

Running in these communities connects you with people who can

Offer true empathy (they get you)

Hold you accountable (they won’t let you hide from that big next step you know you need to take) and 

Help you know what you don't know (everyone's expertise is different and complimentary)

The best business communities are more than 

Networking groups (which stay shallow and, honestly, get old) and 

Competitions (there’s plenty of room for everyone!)

They're mutual communities where one can bring their true selves and real questions to be better.

The best way to create this beautiful community is through Masterminds.

Imagine a group as

A group of equals with various strengths and weaknesses

Bringing their best to help you

Offering ideas to bust through roadblocks

Showing up faithfully meeting after meeting even when it’s hard because that level of commitment is what makes a difference in life and in business.

The mastermind experience surfaces new creativity and better ideas that keep you going.

It creates a purposeful community. 

An authentic community where it’s safe to let your guard down.

Them for you.

You for them.

The best masterminds are skillfully curated and facilitated. As a business coach and as a licensed therapist, I’ve seen the beauty and power of the mastermind experience. 

All of us need a high-quality authentic community.

Those of us in business, especially need it.

So, where is your community?

Who are your trusted business friends?

I hope your answers bring a smile to your face as you think about the community that supports you. 

If you’re struggling to answer these questions, It’s never too late to find a mastermind community for you. 

You need them.

And…. they need you!