“ Behind every successful woman is a tribe that refuses to let her fall. ” -unknown This is it —the doors close tonight! There’s one spot left  and once the circle is full, it’s closed until next Spring.     Does this sound familiar? You’ve carried the weight of leadership for years — the decisions, the deadlines, the people counting on you. On paper, you’re the definition of success: the title, the salary, the influence . But inside? You’re tired . Quietly unraveling bene

" Women don't need to compete to rise.We rise higher when we rise together. " - unknown You’ve built a life that looks successful — the title, the salary, the respect. But lately, you’ve started to feel it: the weight of holding everything together . There’s loneliness that comes with leadership , especially, when you’re a woman at the top . The quiet exhaustion that comes with being the one everyone counts on. You’ve supported others, coached your teams, mentored peers, and

“ Vulnerability is the birthplace of love, belonging, joy, courage, empathy, and creativity. It is the source of hope, empathy, accountability, and authenticity. If we want greater clarity in our purpose or deeper and more meaningful spiritual lives, vulnerability is the path. ” -Brené Brown Over the past two updates, I’ve shared WHY this mastermind circle for women executives over age 40 exists, and WHAT makes it different. Today, let’s talk about the HOW . This circle

In my first blog update last week, I shared the WHY behind this mastermind circle when I touched upon, the loneliness, rivalry , and burnout that so many executive women face . Today, let’s talk about the WHAT — what this circle really is, and what makes it different from the countless peer groups, networks, or retreats you’ve seen before. This isn’t about collecting business cards or adding more to your plate. It’s about: Belonging: Replacing isolation with authentic con

For many executive women, leadership looks polished on the outside—title, salary, presence. But beneath the surface, the reality is far more complicated : Burnout creeps in, even when success is supposed to feel rewarding. Female rivalry or exclusion chips away at trust. And perhaps most painful of all, there’s a deep loneliness—unsure who truly has your back. It boils down to this... too many female leaders are quietly unraveling behind the polished surface . That’s why I’

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