More Than Books: Building Confidence and Community Through Volunteer Leadership | Ami McConnell, Molly Lyon
Doing Good · Celebrating those who do good!
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Show Notes
WE HIGHLIGHT NEW ORGANIZATIONS EVERY MONTH ON THE FIRST AND THIRD MONDAYS
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In this episode, part two of our WNBA Nashville series, Megan is joined by chapter president Ami McConnell and Molly Lyon. We explore how established volunteer organizations can harness the power of new members, discovering how Molly’s fresh perspective led to immediate impact through a successful foster care book drive.
What You'll Learn:
✅ How to create a space that empowers new members to lead
✅ The tangible impact of community projects like providing 140+ books to foster children
✅ The confidence that comes from stepping up within a supportive team
✅ Advice for anyone who wants to propose a new idea in an organization
Resources & Mentions:
Women's National Book Association
Southern Festival of Books (October 18-19, 2025)
Coffee with Authors - Saturday morning during Southern Festival of Books weekend (Free ticketed event)
Connect with Us:
Website: Doing Good
Social Media: All Links
Blog: Featured Organization
Support the show: Donate Here
Credits:
Produced by Jay Wilson
Music by Hartzmann
Edited by Jordan Rillera, Jay Wilson