New Connections! Meaningful Mornings Starts This Week in Rochester

A few months ago, I stepped out of my comfort zone and walked into a room full of people that I had never met before.  I was told that coffee would be available...which is basically all I need to hear...but a friend of mine also mentioned that this was the type of experience I'd like.

She was right.

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I wish I could stop by and visit all of your homes and offices, or get you to listen to Y-105FM at the exact time I'm chatting about this on the radio this week...but I know all of that is impossible.  Since the internet is pretty massive and the stories I write have reached millions of people, I'm hoping this gets to you.  You can even help me spread the word by adding this to your Facebook page for me or send it to a friend who might love this as much as me!  In other words, I want you...I want your friends...I want that person you haven't seen in 6 months but you were thinking about the other day...

If I could meet you right now, this is what I'd say...show up for this new event called Meaningful Mornings in Rochester.  I believe that this new group will give you that same feeling of connection I experienced a few months ago.

Here's why I want to see you there:

• 20% of adults say that they feel lonely
• 51% of Americans say that it is difficult to make friends
• 54% of people working in the United States say they have gotten a job through a personal or professional connection

If any of those stats above hit home for you, especially if you are looking for a new job opportunity, you need to show up.  I can't promise you a job, but I do know you'll meet some amazing people who have awesome connections in this community!

New Meaningful Mornings Meet-Up Now Happening In Rochester, Minnesota!

Some might call this "networking", but Meaningful Mornings isn't where you are going to pull out a pile of business cards and start giving your elevator pitch.  This meet-up is about connecting with others.  Will you build your network of people?  Yes...that still happens.  But you'll have more than "how's the weather" type of conversations.

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Here's a breakdown of how Meaningful Mornings is designed using a R.A.M.P. method:

R - Radical Generosity: A judgment-free space where everyone is encouraged to share their knowledge & life experiences with others.

A - Authentic Connections: Make meaningful connections and build genuine relationships based on shared values and purpose.

M - Meaningful Conversations: Hear real, unfiltered stories of personal growth and life lessons from our featured guest and have the opportunity to share your own stories in small groups.

P - Personal Growth: Engage in thoughtful discussions on leading a meaningful life, inspiring you to take bold action.

If that sounds intriguing or something that you've been looking for, here's the location and additional info:

DATE:  Meaningful Mornings meets the second Friday of every month, kicking off in Rochester on October 10th, 2025.

TIME: 8:00 am - 10:00 am

LOCATION: Forager Brewery in the Barrel Room (and yes, you can get a donut from Parlor Doughnuts - they will be open when you arrive!)

REGISTER:  There is currently no cost to attending Meaningful Mornings.  To help plan the space, please add your name to the registration form here.

LEARN MORE:  Find the schedule of events, learn about the speakers for the day, and other fun tidbits about the morning here.