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The fastest way to grow your business might be helping someone else win.

So many business owners feel pressure to chase visibility, revenue, and recognition - often at the expense of community, connection, and even themselves.

In this episode, I’m joined by three more of the 2025 Powerful Women Rising Impact Award winners who prove that relationships, generosity, and service aren’t just feel-good ideas, they’re powerful growth strategies.

Corina Carrillo, Connector of the Year, Ashley Anderson, winner of the Business for Good Award, and Emily Garcia, Empowerment Award winner, share how they’ve built thriving businesses by putting other people first — and backing that philosophy up with simple, sustainable systems.

We also talk about:

• How connection and belonging drive referrals and long-term growth
• Collaboration over competition as a growth strategy, not just a feel-good phrase
• Using community events to build trust and shared momentum
• Moving past imposter syndrome through relationships and mentorship

Links & References:

• Learn more about all the 2025 Powerful Women Rising Impact Award winners
• Connect with other female entrepreneurs inside the PWR Connection Network
• Learn more about Emily on her website or connect with her on Instagram
• Follow Ashley and Anderson Designs on Instagram
• Connect with Corina on Instagram or check out her website

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Melissa Snow is a Business Relationship Strategist dedicated to empowering women in entrepreneurship. She founded the Powerful Women Rising Community, which provides female business owners with essential support and resources for business growth.

Melissa's other mission is to revolutionize networking, promoting authenticity and genuine connections over sleazy sales tactics. She runs an incredible monthly Virtual Speed Networking Event which you can attend once at no cost using the code FIRSTTIME

She lives in Colorado Springs with two dogs, her soul cat Giorgio and any number of foster kittens. She loves iced coffee, Taylor Swift, and Threads.