Why We Need a Different Kind of Circle for Women Leaders
- Amber Tichenor
- Oct 17
- 2 min read

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’m launching a mastermind circle for women executives.
It’s not a networking group.
It’s not another ‘fix yourself’ retreat.
It’s sanctuary.
Where belonging, sisterhood, and true strength can finally replace the exhaustion of doing it all alone. This is the one room where you can bring your whole self. No competition. No judgment. Just truth, vulnerability, and women—who 100%, get it.
“When women support women, incredible things happen.” -unknown
In this prelaunch phase, I want to bring you behind the scenes—not just to tell you about the opportunity, but to co-create it with you. This circle will be shaped by the women who join. That means your questions, your hesitations, your vision all matter here.
And yes, there are objections. Maybe you’re wondering:
Will this really be different from other groups?
Can I justify the time and cost?
Will other women truly be vulnerable?
These are fair questions—and I’ll be answering them in my next update. For now, I’ll leave you with this: leadership shouldn’t cost you yourself.
“Connection is why we’re here. It’s what gives purpose and meaning to our lives.” -brené brown
Stay tuned for my next update where I’ll share what this circle is all about—and how it’s different from anything you’ve seen before.
In the meantime, I’d love to hear from you: What’s the hardest part about leading at your level right now while at the same time, finding true connection with other women? Drop a comment below or send me an email. I truly want to hear what you have to say.
♥️Today I will be fearless. Today I am grateful.
P.S. Are you trying to better understand and improve the female dynamics on your team, follow me on LinkedIn to learn more!
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