From Networking to Community Building

Adrienne Garland

In this insightful conversation, Sophia Wardell sits down with She Leads Media founder Adrienne Garland to explore the power of conferences, community building, and strategic networking for authors. Adrienne explains why authentic relationships matter more than simply collecting contacts and shares how authors can position themselves for speaking engagements, collaborations, and long-term visibility opportunities. The discussion also highlights the importance of aligning with the right communities, understanding audience needs, and approaching networking with intentionality and value. From conference strategy to creative partnerships, this interview offers authors actionable ways to expand their reach and build stronger professional connections in today’s evolving media landscape.