Ever wonder how “that woman” does it? You know the one—she knows everyone, is in the right room at the right time, and has the perfect connection for what you’re looking for. This week, Jenny Mitchell pulls back the curtain on the not-so-secret, yet rarely talked about, art of building and maintaining a powerful leadership network.

In this episode, Jenny shares the real reasons behind why strong leaders aren’t just good at their jobs—they’re connected, curated, and community-driven.

Whether you're an extrovert who thrives in a crowd or an introvert who excels one-on-one, community building is a skill you can learn. I’ll share practical tips, the benefits of nurturing your network, and how to make time for new connections—even when your schedule feels full.

This episode is for ambitious, compassionate women who want to lead with impact and build meaningful relationships along the way. Let’s get started.

Key Takeaways:

1. Strong communities are built with intention, not luck.

2. Networking is essential for leadership and growth.

3. Compassionate leadership includes accountability.

4. Maintaining and celebrating relationships strengthens your network.

5. Choose networking methods that align with your style—but do it consistently.

Chapters:

00:00 Building Strong Communities: The Foundation of Leadership

02:54 The Importance of Networking for Leaders

05:59 Masterminds and Collaborative Support

09:12 Digital Networking: Leveraging Online Platforms

12:11 Feeding Your Network: Maintaining Relationships

14:54 Strategic Connections: Future Networking

18:13 Creating Meaningful Communities and Retreats

If you loved this episode, you’ll also enjoy:

• Episode 6.1 - Work Life Integration: Lessons Learned from a Workaholic Woman: https://chavender.com/underdog-leadership-podcast/work-life-integration-lessons-learned-from-a-workaholic-woman/

• Episode 6.4 - Compassionate Accountability for Leaders (ft. Nate Regier): https://chavender.com/underdog-leadership-podcast/compassionate-accountability-for-leaders/

• Episode 4.7 - How to Leverage the Enneagram for Crucial Conversations: https://open.spotify.com/episode/4ixwdvlzwy8whjr90r0S8Q?si=JN9P7OoiSxKkRg3X6gsYPw

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