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“Gifting is a unique form of connection, putting generosity and kindness at the forefront of relationships." - MK Getler-Porizkova Our newest Joy of Connecting episode just dropped! And it’s SO good. 🔥🔥🔥 We welcome to the show - MK Getler-Porizkova, CMO of Loop & Tie 🎁, the first and only carbon regenerative corporate gifting platform, enabling companies to engage in global gifting that gives back. MK joins us to reveal how #connection starts with self-awareness and ripples outward to forge stronger, more meaningful relationships. From rethinking corporate gifting to fostering communities built on relatability, they share insights for professionals, leaders, and anyone looking to deepen their connections. We chat about: 💚 The art of intentional gifting and how it builds meaningful connections 💚 Why self-connection is the foundation for meaningfully connecting with others 💚 Relatability and vulnerability as cornerstones of community building This heartfelt episode will inspire you to re-evaluate the way you relate (& connect) to the world around you. Enjoy! 👇 🎧 Apple: https://lnkd.in/dE36_9bE 🎧 Spotify: https://lnkd.in/dhvegd89 👀 YouTube: https://lnkd.in/ddp-pVq2 #community #connectwithmatcha #joyofconnecting #networking _______________ Get bi-weekly, actionable tips for building your #network and connecting with meaning at: https://lnkd.in/dfadrDnF

What’s cookin’, good lookin’? The end of 2024’s in sight, so you’re networking big-time and working hard to make meaningful connections–for your business and career. That’s why we’ve brewed up Serendipitea: a piping-hot, bi-weekly sip of inspiration in your inbox. What you’ll get: 🍵 Easy-to-apply tips from inspirational professionals 💚 Stories that inspire more meaningful connection 🔥 A short list of must-click resources Got your warm sweater on and your to-go latte? Let’s chat. 👉 https://lnkd.in/gkgfh5nn #network #LikeAPro #connectwithmatcha #community

Today is Choose Women Wednesday, a global initiative spotlighting women’s leadership and entrepreneurship. In honor of this day, let’s celebrate communities & organizations built to empower women everywhere and help them thrive. ✨Women in Revenue, a nonprofit organization committed to advancing the careers of women in revenue-generating roles including sales, marketing, customer success, and revenue operations. ✨ WISE, a global community dedicated to developing the next generation of female leaders. ✨Women in Customer Success (WiCS), a go-to platform for connecting, inspiring and showcasing women in the Customer Success industry. ✨ Wednesday Women, an organization elevating executive women through authentic leadership and visibility. ✨ Women And AI, a community for women in all stages of their AI journey, from students and early-career professionals to seasoned experts and AI thought leaders. ✨ Women in AI, a Global community of women experts and influencers of women in AI. ✨ WOMEN IN TECH ® Global, an international organization on a mission to close the gender gap and to help women embrace technology. ✨ Global Women in VC, the world's largest community for women in venture capital to connect, collaborate, and create opportunities for each other. ✨ Women in DevOps, a global community on a mission to close the DevOps gender gap and inspire the future leaders of the tech world. ✨ Women In Data™️, a non-profit organization with a mission to increase diversity in data careers. ✨ Women* CTO Community, a vibrant community of high-ranking women* in tech leadership who enjoy technical discussions, networking and good food. ✨ Women in Games , championing a fair, equal, and safe games environment for girls and women globally. ✨ Women In Digital, a community organisation dedicated to connecting, educating and empowering women in digital. Know a community built by and for women that should be on this list? Join the celebration & tag them in the comments! #ChooseWomenWednesday #community

What’s new at Matcha? Let’s just say it’s Slack-tastic. 😉 Join our quarterly laid-back, AMA-style Demo Day Q4 '24 where: 👀 We unveil our newest Matcha brew (BIG one, btw) 🍵 You get to ask our team anything & everything about our exciting new product ✨ Swag? Oh, there’s swag. Your community wants it, your community manager needs it and the Matcha team DELIVERED. 📅 December 12th, at 2pm EST Save your spot now: https://lu.ma/rafr8dor #connectwithmatcha #connectwithintention #community #netwroking

“The best networking happens when you’re curious, not desperate.” 🙌 Kaivona Parker joins us on the Joy of Connecting show to share how building relationships before you need something leads to genuine, lasting connections—and why self-awareness is your secret weapon. Tell us, how are YOU networking with intention? ***Find more advice on how to network #LikeAPro here 👇 🎧 Apple: https://lnkd.in/d3CSbQ-8 🎧 Spotify: https://lnkd.in/dbEtQptU 👀 YouTube: https://lnkd.in/dvj-jrZk #networking #connectwithintention #joyofconnecting ______________ Get bi-weekly, actionable tips for building your #network and connecting with meaning at: https://lnkd.in/dfadrDnF

This #SmallBusinessSaturday, let’s celebrate the incredible paid communities making a BIG impact and shaping people’s futures, one connection at a time. 💚 Paid membership communities aren’t just about access… They’re about belonging.  They’re where growth, learning, and meaningful connections happen. Building and leading them is no small feat, and the people behind them deserve major credit. It takes hard work, dedication, and passion to create (& maintain) a space where professionals get the empowerment and the support they need to *really* thrive. 🙌 Here are a few that folks have nominated this week: Thrive Arcadia Contrarian Thinking the old girls club mompark™ WOMEN IN TECH ® Global GenieFriends Operators Guild Exit Five Partnership Leaders MicroConf Luminary Founding Women Rhize  TACK Marketing for Founders Generalist World 🌀  Startup Empire Untap Your Sales Potential Marketing Ops Community Women And AI PORCH 💚 Pavilion Saleswomen Unite Women in Customer Success The Herd by Commsor 🦕  Wednesday Women (a “community” with a twist 😉) (ofc we couldn’t resist giving a shoutout to a couple of unpaid communities doing great things as well. 🤗) #community #communities #connectwithintention

"Connection makes the world go round; it's how the movers and shakers move and shake even more - and how they make things happen.” - Jenny Kay Pollock In our newest Joy of Connecting episode, we welcome Jenny, Founder of Women And AI, a community hub for women in all stages of their AI journey. From building a vibrant community to driving innovation in AI, Jenny is a super-connector who lives her mission to empower women in #AI. She joins us to share the story of how meaningful connections have propelled her career and enriched her life. Jenny shares: 💚 Tips for networking that feels natural and value-driven 💚 Practical advice for up-and-coming professionals to build impactful relationships 💚 The best strategies for leveraging shared passions to expand your network Whether you’re just starting to navigate your career in tech, interested in community-building, or are a seasoned professional looking for networking tips - this episode is for *YOU*. 🔥 Dig in! 👇 🎧 Apple: https://lnkd.in/dgzRcsQv 🎧 Spotify: https://lnkd.in/dugrDR3F 👀 YouTube: https://lnkd.in/dKe_Wbyd #joyofconnecting #connectwithmatcha #community __________ Get bi-weekly, actionable tips for building your #network and connecting with meaning at: https://lnkd.in/dfadrDnF

Who is someone you met this year who’s made an impact on you in a big way? Thanksgiving Day is the perfect time to show gratitude. 🍁 👉 Network #LikeAPro: Share a LinkedIn post tagging a few people you're grateful for in 2024. A simple shoutout can go a long way in making someone’s day and deepening professional relationships. 🎁 Bonus #LikeAPro move: Reach out to a past mentor and send a note of gratitude. No requests, no agenda - just a simple thank you for the guidance, wisdom, and support they've provided. Sometimes, that’s all it takes to rekindle a vital connection. Happy Thanksgiving from the Matcha crew! 💚 #gratitude #thanksgiving #network

Community managers, we heard you! 💚 No more juggling. No more awkward extra logins. Just seamless connection - right in any Slack-based community. Matcha’s newest brew launches soon! 👀 Stay tuned! 👀 #connectwithmatcha #community #network

“Begin to network while you’re full, not when you’re hungry.” That’s the advice Kaivona Parker shared on our newest Joy of Connecting episode that just dropped! 🔥 Kaivona, the Unboring Sales Specialist and the Founder of Kaivona Parker Agency, Inc, joins us on the show to unpack the art of building authentic, life-changing relationships. We discuss everything, from building meaningful connections to fostering community and empowering underserved professionals… …and then some! Kaivona shares: 💚 The “full vs. hungry” approach to #networking and why timing matters 💚 The role of #community and vulnerability in achieving personal and professional growth 💚 Her tips for building relationships that last, even in a virtual world This episode will inspire you and challenge your thoughts about connection, authenticity, and what it means to truly thrive. Check it out. 👇 🎧 Apple: https://lnkd.in/d3CSbQ-8 🎧 Spotify: https://lnkd.in/dbEtQptU 👀 YouTube: https://lnkd.in/dvj-jrZk #joyofconnecting #connectwithmatcha #podcast Melissa Moody 🍵 _____________ Get bi-weekly, actionable tips for building your #network and connecting with meaning at: https://lnkd.in/dfadrDnF