What do real people say about community?
55 people recorded interviews about community across 13 organisations. 9 of them mentioned feeling heard and supported by the provider in their own words. The most common timeframe people described was 2 – 6 months. Every figure below is a count of what people said in their recorded interview — not a clinical trial or a survey.
First-hand accounts from people who talked about community in their recorded interview.
What people said changed
Counts of interviews where the person described this in their own words.
- Felt supported9 of 55 mentioned it
“That and the fact that they have a world-class PA system is incredibly helpful no matter who you're looking at, even if it's just to listen to tunes. really awesome to be able to work there.”Timothy Dingus
- Revenue growth8 of 55 mentioned it
“While working full time and doing other things, I was able to log on and learn various aspects of setting up a business from marketing to finance to... kind of sales calls, how to kind of build from the ground up.”Erem
- Family & relationships5 of 55 mentioned it
“It is the best I can achieve for myself and then how I can better it. and frankly, my wife was surprised where I said, you know, I miss going to I'm looking forward to coming back.”Pulin Nagalia
- Mobility5 of 55 mentioned it
“And each year it was even better, you know, like I just took it more seriously. know, you really have to prepare for it. not just a little walk in the park.”Rhonda Clements
- Better systems5 of 55 mentioned it
“That and the fact that they have a world-class PA system is incredibly helpful no matter who you're looking at, even if it's just to listen to tunes. really awesome to be able to work there.”Timothy Dingus
- More clients5 of 55 mentioned it
“Before I attended The Summit, all of my business was one-on-one clients and now, most of it is group programs which has exponentially increased income and revenue because I can work with so many more people.”Dr. Eliazbeth Yarnell
- More energy4 of 55 mentioned it
“I was being measured with my own the encouragement, the understanding that, yeah, you can do better and you're capable of Before I found alloy personal training, I was not feeling very energetic. during the day I want…”Pulin Nagalia
- Mood & stress2 of 55 mentioned it
“If you want to leave calm or if you want to leave refreshed, they really are able to walk you through all the text so that you leave in the way that you want to leave.”Amber Nichols
How long it took
- 2 – 6 months · 1
- Over a year · 1
Stories in this topic
Showing 12 of 55 interviews.
WatchOperationalizing a Functional Medicine Practice Through Systems and Heart-Centered CommunityDeana DeMare Hally reviewed Living Light’s Perfect Practice mentorship, reporting that the program provided the essential systems and assets needed to operationalize her business. By utilizing their generous tools and personalized coaching, she moved the need…Deana DeMare Hally · Living Light
WatchOvercoming Mastermind Fatigue Through Deep Friendships and Strategic Personal Branding ClarityDr. Betsy Greenleaf found Speakeasy Mastermind to be a resource-rich environment that solved her 'mastermind fatigue.' By attending the New Jersey chapter, she gained immediate clarity on personal branding from fellow member Mike Kim, leading to significant b…Betsy Greenleaf · Speakeasy Mastermind
WatchAccessing Vetted Truth and Expert Information Through a Trusted Global CommunityAnil Gupta recommends KnoWEwell as a trusted source for authentic, expert-vetted information. He highlights the platform's ability to provide a single destination for truthful content in an era of misinformation. Gupta specifically values the community's 'eth…Anil Gupta · KnoWEwell
WatchImproved Energy, Better Medical Reports, and Sustainable Motivation at Alloy Personal TrainingPulin Nagalia achieved improved medical reports, better sleep, and consistent energy levels after joining Alloy Personal Training. By utilizing their personalized group coaching model, Pulin overcame a history of quitting gyms, finding a non-judgmental enviro…Pulin Nagalia · Alloy Personal Training
WatchRhonda Clements Conquered Menopause Challenges and Built Confidence Through Fitness RetreatsRhonda Clements found that Flipping 50 transformed her approach to menopause through structured fitness and community retreats. By participating in the Stronger III program and three annual retreats, she transitioned from being nervous about physical challeng…Rhonda Clements · Flipping 50
WatchFlexible Event Space with World-Class Audio and Professional Production SupportTim Dingus of the Kansas City Juggling Club utilized The CO-OP at Shoal Creek to host the 2025 Kansas City Juggling Festival. The venue provided a flexible theater space with a world-class PA system and professional stage lighting, offering a superior acousti…Timothy Dingus · The CO-OP
WatchTransforming Leadership Capacity and Business Abundance Through Structured Spiritual GuidanceNadia Carta, founder of Spark Your Zeal, credits Jessica Zweig, Inc. with transforming her capacity to receive abundance and lead with flow. By utilizing the structured 12-week Feminine Frequency Business School (FFBS) frameworks and retreat blueprints, Carta…Nadia Carta · Jessica Zweig, Inc.
WatchDebra Jane Wales Ignites Passion for Health Through Collaborative CoachingDebra Jane Wales reviewed Energy4Life, describing her experience as a "no-brainer" for those seeking longevity. After a fifteen-minute session with a coach, Wales reported feeling ignited with passion and supported in her vision. She emphasized the value of c…Debra Jane Wales · Energy4Life
WatchDr. Betty Murray Removed Herself From Revenue Model and Launched Digital PlatformDr. Betty Murray credits Mindshare with helping her completely transform her 20-year-old business. By joining the Mastermind, she successfully removed herself as the primary revenue driver to take on an ownership role. She has since launched a podcast with ov…Dr. Betty Murray · Mindshare
WatchHolistic Well-being Support and Community Replacing Costly Trial and Error Health MethodsAmber Nichols found that Upgrade Labs 5th St transformed her health journey from isolated DIY trial and error into a supported, community-driven experience. She reports that the facility provides holistic support for well-being and expert guidance from biohac…Amber Nichols · Upgrade Labs 5th St- Femme Meets FortuneWatchScaling Business Growth Through Feminine Wisdom and Collective Entrepreneurial SupportAbby Whipple found that Femme Meets Fortune provided the essential framework to scale her business rapidly while overcoming the isolation of female entrepreneurship. By leveraging Diamond’s experience and the collective wisdom of the mastermind, Abby integrat…Abby Whipple · Femme Meets Fortune
WatchDenise Shakespeare Enhances Client Services Through Immersive Wellness Masterclass TrainingDenise Shakespeare, a wellness counselor, credits Nutritious Life for providing a remarkable, immersive masterclass experience. By working with Keri Glassman and the community, Shakespeare gained the knowledge and inspiration needed to better serve her client…Denise Shakespeare · Nutritious Life
What people were sceptical about first
- “Before I joined Speak It Easy, I was actually slightly unsure about joining another group because I had been in other masterminds and I had almost gotten mastermind fatigue at that point in time, going, all right, is this really something that I should do is…”Betsy Greenleaf
- “nervous but then once I got out on there I conquered it.”Rhonda Clements
- “Everything else being equal, if we can get this venue we had last year or CO-OP at Shoal Creek for the same price, biggest difference between the two would be Heather.”Timothy Dingus
Frequently asked
- How do I know if the Perfect Practice mentorship is genuine?
- Deana DeMare Hally noted that she relied on her intuition after attending a live summit. She found Sachin and the community to be transparent, genuine, and heart-centered from the very beginning. — Deana DeMare Hally
- What were you struggling with before finding the Perfect Practice mentorship?
- I was struggling to find systems and put systems in place so that I could actually develop my business as I imagined it and dreamt it to be. Initially, I had lots of ideas but I had no idea the business perspective of how to put them in place, and I also didn't have a community behind me to work with and develop relat… — Deana DeMare Hally
- What made you decide to join the mentorship?
- I actually attended the live program, the summit that Sachin puts on with all of the different speakers. I really lead with my heart and I felt like I belonged in that community from the beginning; it was so clear through the messages and the values that were set up even in the summit. — Deana DeMare Hally
- Is Speakeasy Mastermind worth joining if I already have mastermind fatigue?
- Dr. Betsy Greenleaf was initially unsure about joining due to 'mastermind fatigue' from previous groups. However, she found Speakeasy offered a higher level of people and deeper friendships that she hadn't found elsewhere. — Betsy Greenleaf
- What kind of support can I expect from the Speakeasy community?
- Betsy Greenleaf notes that members genuinely 'bend over backwards' to help each other. She describes a culture where people realize that helping others ultimately comes back to benefit everyone. — Betsy Greenleaf
- Can Speakeasy Mastermind help with personal branding?
- Yes, Betsy Greenleaf achieved a major win at her first New Jersey chapter meeting where member Mike Kim's lecture on personal branding led her to realize she had been 'going about this all wrong' and prompted immediate business changes. — Betsy Greenleaf