Main vs. Side Hustle, Work Ethic and Leveling Up | Vanessa Sanyauke | Beyond Coding Podcast #99

Community Building

Vanessa Sanyauke shares her journey of building Girls Talk London from a small initiative to a thriving community of 50,000 women. She emphasizes the importance of authenticity and organic growth, starting with small events and gradually expanding through dedication and purpose 1. Vanessa highlights the significance of aligning community needs with opportunities, ensuring that members have access to jobs and resources that support their career growth 2.

You have to be organic. And I see a lot of, I guess, startups, they are starting up to build a community, and that's quite challenging.

--- Vanessa Sanyauke

Her approach underscores the value of genuine engagement and long-term commitment to community development.

   

Ethical Partnerships

Authenticity is crucial in Vanessa's partnerships, as she carefully selects collaborators who align with her community's values. She avoids companies with controversial reputations, ensuring integrity and respect in all business dealings 3. Vanessa's organization, Girls Talk Corporation, connects women globally to job opportunities, emphasizing the empowerment of female talent in the workforce 4.

I am quite confident and want to be assured that in terms of how we do business, that we work with people who have integrity, who treat us with respect.

--- Vanessa Sanyauke

Her commitment to ethical partnerships reflects her dedication to fostering a trustworthy and supportive community environment.