One of the good things that came out of 2020 was the realization of how important community is to most people and for business owners, it can mean the difference between success and failure.  In this episode, I interview three founding members of the Powerful Women Rising Community, Dr. Lindsey Lee, Teresa Romain and Amy Gardikas.   We discuss how actively and intentionally seeking and embracing a community can help female entrepreneurs feel less alone, less overwhelmed and less uncertainty.  We also discuss how being an active member of the right community can increase your motivation, offer new opportunities and increase your profit (without adding more work to your plate).   Episode Highlights: (09:40) Why is it important to be surrounded by other female business owners? (21:21)  The most important things to look for in a community. (26:59) Collaboration among women in business offers numerous benefits. (30:26) When Melissa got an idea about the Powerful Women Rising Community. (33:39) Thoughts on networking or in-person communities versus online may vary depending on individual preferences. – To Connect with Dr. Lindsey Lee: https://coachlindsey.io/ To Connect with Teresa Romain: https://teresaromain.com/ To Connect with Amy Gardikas and Learn More About ReJoys: https://rejoys.com/ – To Learn More About the Powerful Women Rising Community: https://powerfulwomenrising.com/joinpwrc To Connect With Melissa: https://www.instagram.com/powerfulwomenrising/