Ready. Set. Grow! with Sybil Amuti

Hey girl, hey!!! We're only one month away from FriendFest, and I am feeling anxious as ever. Not only is this the first time that I'll bring women together in LA in this way, but my family life hit a rough spot two weeks ago that broke me down. Immediately after I recorded a few episodes of the podcast, I got hit with news that has me up at 3 am, anxious, crying between meetings, praying, and conflicted. My central nervous system is triggered in the worst ways, and I had to reset to get back...

Hey girl, hey!!! We're seven weeks away from FriendFest, and I have to be honest... a wave of doubt hit my heart and mind last week. I was driving home on the 405 with a stream of negative thoughts floating through my mind: Will the event be amazing? What if women don't come? Should I have done this event in New York? Will new sponsors jump on board? And more! And y'all, this is after doing conferences for over 10 years for The Great Girlfriends and for many major brands! So, why the flood of...

Hey girl, hey!!! I know you're enjoying your day, so I'll be quick: are you available Sunday afternoon/evening? We're getting together for our 2nd FriendFest Virtual Happy Hour, and I'd love to see you there. This Sunday, we'll be joined by poet, actress, and author, Arielle Estoria, to discuss vulnerability in friendships (even when it's hard!) Happy Hour is free, and it's your chance to kick back in a fun space with new and old girlfriends and just be YOU! There's no registration required;...

Hey girl, hey!!! Let me ask you a quick question… Are you feasting on your life or just nibbling at the scraps? Too real? Good. Because I felt like I needed to wake some of you up! (Like someone did for me!) Here’s the truth: Too many brilliant, beautiful, capable women are out here running on empty, burnt toast in one hand, calendar in the other, thinking but not saying, “This ain’t it.” We’ve normalized depletion like it's a rite of passage. Girlfriend, since when did “barely making it”...

Hey girl, hey!!! Are you free Sunday afternoon/evening? If so, I'd love for you to join us for FriendFest Happy Hour! We're getting together to meet and greet and talk about boundaries in friendship. One of our speakers, Modupé Congleton, is tag-teaming with me, so expect a good time! Happy Hour is free, and it's your chance to kick back in a fun space with new and old girlfriends and just be YOU! There's no registration required; just save the flyer and scan the QR code to join the Zoom...

Hey girl, hey!!! You already know: when women gather with purpose, brilliance ignites. That’s why I’m so excited to share that FriendFest 2025 is in full motion, and we’re actively seeking brand partners to join us in building an unforgettable experience filled with impact, joy, and powerful connection. We’re bringing together visionary women, bold ideas, and values-aligned brands for one incredible day designed to pour into our minds, hearts, and futures. And the momentum is already...

Hey girl, hey!!! Can I get real with you for a sec? Life is a lot. The calendar keeps filling up, the world feels upside down some days, the group chat stays popping (or ghosted 😩), and between your career, your people, and your purpose, you’ve probably had more “raincheck” moments than real ones lately. That’s why FriendFest is ESSENTIAL Not just an event. Not just another “girls' day out.” But a full-on, power-packed, soul-refreshing experience to remind you of who you are, why you matter,...

Hey girl, hey!!! I hope you're feeling the passion, energy, and freedom that every summer brings! I sure am! Listen, a great girlfriend community member asked me a pivotal question with permission to share our conversation notes with you. Melissa from Houston, Texas, replied to my last newsletter with the following: Dear Sybil, how did you become so optimistic about life? I feel very far from where you are, and I don't know if I'll ever get there. Most of my friends are like me. We are...

Hey girl, hey!!! I am in the thick of a heavy travel week, spending some time with loved ones, speaking engagements, and fun with my kids. It's been wonderful, but I can't wait to get home to my bed on Saturday! I've been reflecting on life a bit and wanted to share this with you: Life is too short to overthink your dreams. Too short. You will never get to where you're going waiting for the right moment or the right people. Today is a great day to get up and make a power move! Here are a few...

Happy Friday! I know you're gearing up for a great weekend, so I won't hold you long. BUT, I want to remind you that your INSIDER ticket to FriendFest awaits you! With the INSIDER discount, you get $75 off ticket pricing while quantities last! AND, this pricing is only available to you, our amazing newsletter and Facebook community, to honor your loyalty and support of The Great Girlfriends for 10 years! (WOW!) 🎉 ONLY 25 INSIDER TICKETS LEFT ✨ What to Expect at FriendFest: • Power-packed...