Listen & Read
Hear honest conversations and read stories about friendship, courage, reinvention, and the experiences that connect us.
Explore StoriesReal stories. Meaningful connection. The courage to begin again.
I'm Julie Marvel, a speaker, storyteller, and community builder. Through honest interviews, writing, and gatherings, I bring people together to share their experiences, find common ground, and feel less alone.
For organizations, I bring that same approach to keynotes, workshops, and community consulting.
Podcast & Substack
Stories Help Us Find Each Other
Julie interviews women about friendship, courage, loneliness, reinvention, and the moments that changed them. These honest conversations remind us that we are rarely as alone as we think.
Find Your Way In
Bring Julie to Your Organization
Invite Julie to create a story-driven keynote, interactive workshop, retreat conversation, panel, or live interview for your audience.
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Explore Your Next Chapter Resources
Find thoughtful journals, workbooks, workshops, and a free Friendship Kit created for women beginning a new season.
Shop ResourcesA Free Resource From Julie
Stop Saying “We Should Get Together”
Meaningful friendships rarely begin with a perfect moment. They begin when one woman is brave enough to extend a real invitation. Download Julie’s free Friendship Invitation Kit for simple, natural ways to reach out, make a plan, follow up, and begin building the friendships you’ve been missing.
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Go At Your Own Pace
Featured Resources
Guided Workbook
Your Next Chapter Workbook
A guided workbook to help you reflect on where you are, reconnect with what matters, and decide what you want your next chapter to hold.
Explore the WorkbookSelf-Guided Workshop
90-Day Success Plan Workshop
A self-guided workshop with the workbook and three videos to help you choose clear priorities and build an achievable plan for the next 90 days.
Explore the WorkshopExperience Building Real Community
- Grew a Facebook community to more than 10,000 members
- About 500 women actively participated in community events
- Trained and supported 20 volunteer event hosts
Thank you to my amazing sponsor Zazu Salon in Naples, FL
Community Voices
Feedback from members of Julie’s former women’s community about the connection they experienced.
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“Julie created opportunities for women to develop real friendships and share experiences with people they might never have met otherwise. She has truly made a difference.”
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“I met so many wonderful women and made good friends who mean so much to me. Julie has a gift for helping women connect.”
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“Julie has the most genuine heart. I found her community before moving to Florida, and I will never forget how welcomed I felt when I arrived.”
One-to-One Support
Private Sessions with Julie
Book focused time with Julie to talk through Substack, community building, or your next chapter.
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