In this episode of "Rediscovering Connection," Shelley Doyle dives deep into the world of virtual community building with award-winning community builder, artist, author, and emcee, Trish Tonaj. From the East Coast of Canada to the global stage, Trish shares her journey through entrepreneurship, law, and beyond, illustrating how she has used storytelling to connect and empower entrepreneurs worldwide.

We explore the inception of "Share Your Stories," a platform that's grown from a passion project into a vibrant entrepreneurial community that spans five continents, offering visibility and networking opportunities without any financial exchange.

Key topics include:

• The Birth of Share Your Stories: How Trish's experience at Harvard Law School inspired her to create a space for mentorship and storytelling.
• Community Building: Insights into creating a nurturing environment where entrepreneurs can be seen, heard, found, and hired.
• Challenges of Entrepreneurship: Addressing the hurdles, particularly for female entrepreneurs.
• The Impact of Regularity and Consistency: How maintaining a consistent schedule has fostered a loyal community.
• Future Initiatives: The expansion of the Share Your Stories Global Marketing Grant.

Guest Bio:

Trish Tonaj is an author, artist and the founder/host for shareyourstories.online. A passion project, built on a platform of mentorship and breaking barriers to success, featuring global entrepreneurs and enterprise leaders who share their great ideas.

Website: www.shareyourstories.online
Book: Breaking Barriers, 10 Entrepreneurial Women Share Their Stories
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Whether you're an entrepreneur seeking connection or someone yearning to launch a community of your own, this episode offers valuable insights.

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Love & sparkles,
Shelley

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I hope our conversation inspires you to rediscover connection in your own life.

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Love & sparkles,
✨Shelley

About Your Host

Hello you, I’m Shelley Doyle, founder of The Communiverse™, learning designer, facilitator, and host of the Rediscovering Connection podcast. My Master’s research focused on the relational investments of remote and hybrid leaders, published with a financial services firm and supported by Mitacs. With 20 years of international business and communications leadership, I now help remote and relocated leaders feel more socially wealthy - personally and professionally, online and offline - through programs, consulting, and training.

I have 5 spots available in my program Social Wealth Activation, starting w/c Dec 1st. Email: [email protected] to request info.

Find out more at TheCommuniverse.com or find me on LinkedIn.

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