The part nobody talks about

Jun 25, 2026 6:16 am

Workplace Multiplier by Tola Akinsulire


June 25, 2026

Welcome to the Workplace Multiplier newsletter. Published Monday to Friday, equipping you to achieve your professional goals faster and without burnout or overwhelm.



The part nobody talks about

Howdy ,


Yesterday I told you about The Mastermind Builder Session.


Today I want to tell you the part that doesn't make it into the inspiring story.


Building deliberate community is uncomfortable before it becomes beautiful.


I sent that WhatsApp message to six people in 2020. One said no. That's a rejection rate most people won't risk for something that "isn't even a business."


There's the awkward first session where nobody quite knows the rules yet.


There's the member who goes quiet for two months and you have to decide whether to chase or let it go.


There's the meeting you almost cancel because life got loud…and the one where someone shares something that makes you grateful you didn't.


I'm telling you this because the templates I'm giving you on July 2 won't remove the discomfort. They'll just mean you don't have to figure out the structure while also managing the awkwardness.


That's what a good template does. It holds the container so you can focus on the people.


The Mastermind Builder Session — Thursday, July 2, 2026 at 7pm


Everything you need to start, structure, and sustain your circle.


Register here


Tomorrow I'll tell you exactly what you'll walk away with.


Keep winning at work and in life



Tola Akinsulire

Your Strategic Workplace Mentor



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