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What Happened When Nashville Women in Business Traded Heels for Sneakers

Women from across Nashville gathered at Crush Yard for an afternoon of networking, community service, and pickleball at our July Heels & Handshakes event. Discover how meaningful connections, giving back, and supporting one another continue to define our community of women in business.

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The Problem With “Blind Email Introductions” (And How to Network Better)

Blind email introductions may seem helpful, but they can create pressure and overwhelm for busy professionals. Learn a better, more thoughtful way to network that respects people’s time, bandwidth, and relationships.

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When Success Comes at a Cost: What Las Vegas Women in Business Need to Know About Burnout

Success can come with a hidden cost. At the June Heels & Handshakes Las Vegas event, speaker Britt Whalen shared powerful lessons on burnout, mindset, and protecting your well-being. Discover what women in business and professional women in Las Vegas need to know about building success without sacrificing themselves.

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Heels and Handshakes Las Vegas February Meeting: Leadership, Networking, and Growth for Women in Business

Las Vegas women in business, entrepreneurs, founders, business owners, and corporate professionals gathered at StarBase for the February Heels and Handshakes networking event. Featuring a guest speaker and opportunities to connect with like-minded women, the event brought together ambitious professionals to build relationships, gain insights, and strengthen the Las Vegas women in business community.

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Women's Networking & Mental Health in Nashville | Heels & Handshakes

Heels and Handshakes brought together women in business, entrepreneurs, founders, business owners, and corporate professionals for a Mental Health Month program on May 14th at COA Gulf. Designed for connection and community, this Nashville networking event featured puppy cuddles, B12 shots, and meaningful conversations, creating space for ambitious women to prioritize wellness, build relationships, and grow within a supportive community of professional women.

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Social Health: The Secret Weapon for Successful Female Founders

Learn why social health is the missing pillar for female founders and how the Heels & Handshakes community is helping women master the art of networking to prevent burnout. Networking isn’t just something we do for business cards or LinkedIn connections. It’s part of our well-being.

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Style, Confidence, and First Impressions: What Every Woman in Business Should Know

Professional women in Las Vegas come together at a Heels and Handshakes Las Vegas networking event to build meaningful connections, grow their businesses, and support one another. This vibrant community empowers women through collaboration, mentorship, and local networking opportunities designed for success.

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Excellence Isn’t Perfection: A Conversation on Letting Go for Women in Business

Perfection isn’t the goal—growth is. At a recent Heels & Handshakes networking event in Nashville, speaker Katie Gustafson shared a powerful perspective on letting go of perfectionism and embracing excellence rooted in intention, not fear. For many women in business in Nashville, the pressure to “get everything right” can lead to burnout and self-doubt. This conversation explores how shifting from perfection to self-trust can create more sustainable success, stronger confidence, and deeper connection. Discover how Nashville women are redefining success through community, support, and meaningful networking events designed for growth.

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Best Networking Events for Women in Nashville (and How to Find Them)

Looking for networking events for women in Nashville? Discover how to find the best professional networking communities and events that help women connect, collaborate, and grow their careers.

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Chicago Women in Business Connected at Our 3rd Annual Speed Networking Event

A powerful night for Chicago women in business—see highlights from our annual speed networking event in the West Loop and why it sells out every year.

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International Women's Day Luncheon: Women Leaders' Advice

At the Heels & Handshakes International Women’s Day Luncheon, a panel of powerful women leaders shared honest insights on career sacrifices, mentorship, negotiation, and building confidence in male-dominated industries.

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