The Quiet Strength: Building Community and connection as an Introvert
In this insightful episode of Conversations and Connections to Amplify and Inspire, Kerryn Powell connects you with Skye Bennett, a project manager, facilitator, and speaker who thrives on creating impactful experiences. As the founder of Silent Book Club Melbourne and a facilitator for Street Wisdom and #I Am Remarkable, Skye is dedicated to fostering inclusive spaces where introverts and like-minded individuals can connect, reflect, and grow.
Why This Conversation Matters
This episode invites you to explore how you connect, contribute, and build community in your own way.
Whether you're an introvert looking for a comfortable space to engage or someone interested in expanding how you approach relationships, Skye’s insights will inspire you to rethink traditional networking and maybe even embrace the power of quiet connection.
The Power of Quiet Connection
We often associate connection with extroverted networking or social gatherings, but Skye challenges that notion. She shares how introverts, deep listeners, and thoughtful contributors can be some of the most powerful connectors and community builders.
Drawing from her own experiences, Skye highlights:
🔹 The misunderstood strengths of introverts and how they shape leadership, collaboration, and creativity
🔹 How Silent Book Club creates a space where people can bond over books without the pressure of conversation
🔹 The role of deep listening in creating meaningful relationships and inclusive communities
Skye Bennett was one of the speaker/ competiors at the 2024 YTM “WHY” Dinner
Key Learnings & Takeaways
✅ Connection doesn't always mean conversation—sometimes, shared presence is more powerful than word
✅ Leadership can be quiet yet impactful, and introverts have unique strengths that foster collaboration
✅ Community is built in many ways, and creating inclusive spaces allows people to show up as themselves
✅ Reflection fuels growth—learning from different approaches to networking, leadership, and social engagement can expand our perspectives
Listen in as we expand our thinking, challenge assumptions, and celebrate the many ways we can create meaningful impact in the world.
🎧 Tune in now and discover how quiet strength can transform the way we connect!
Connect with our guest, Skye Bennett:
Follow on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/skyeb/
Contact our host Kerryn Powell:
Follow on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kerrynpowellyourtimematters
References are made to :📚 Silent Book Club Melbourne – https://silentbook.club
🚶♀️ Street Wisdom – Laneway Walks – https://www.streetwisdom.org
💬 I Am Remarkable – https://www.iamremarkable.org
🌐 YTM Business Community – https://yourtimematters.com.au
Side note….Skye shared her thoughts after our dinner in 2024-
“I recently attended the YTM networking dinner and Why awards and absolutely loved the conversations, connections and community. Connecting with a diverse range of business people with a shared interest in building meaningful relationships was a real highlight. Kerryn and Leigh have built an exceptional community of kindred spirits coming together in a welcoming and inclusive way. Highly recommended!”
— Skye Bennett
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