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APPLY TO HOST
THE BOARD WALKS

You're in for a magical ride.ʉϬ

 

This is Elle Beecher, founder of The Board Walks.

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I want to live in a world where every week — no matter what city you’re in — you can meet up with a curious crew, walk 5 miles, and have energizing conversations.

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I hosted The Board Walks in Austin for 3 years; now, I'm supporting hosts from all over the world. I can't find the words to capture how much hosting The Walks changed my life.

 

But... let me try:

 

I went from feeling socially anxious to socially unstoppable.

 

I went from being an enthusiastic guest who had never hosted anything in her life (and didn't plan to)... to hosting weekly events at 8 AM. As a non-morning person.

 

I went from being a perfectionist who agonized over little mistakes... to someone who trusts myself fully and accepts that however I show up is enough. (Major thanks to the Ground Rules speech I give in front of 50+ people every week.)

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I went from being a people pleaser who often got stuck in situations and conversations I didn't want to be in... to a woman with strong boundaries who does what she wants, in all moments.

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I went from being someone who would regularly avoid conflict, say nothing, and suffer in silence... to a community builder who initiates hard conversations with ease.

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I have never felt more confident, curious or connected to my community. Dozens of people have nicknamed me the mayor of Austin and a recurring quote from walkers is: "You're really doing a public service here. Where can I donate?"

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Being "The Walk Girl" in my city has transformed my life. I'd bet my bottom dollar that it will do the same for you.

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If this resonates, and you want to take on a wild challenge of hosting a weekly walk in your city (following a proven method I invented from scratch)...

 

Apply to start an official chapter of The Board Walks. ✨

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I understand that hosting The Board Walks requires... Required

Thanks so much for your interest.

The Board Walks team will be in touch via email! 🥰

When I first moved to Austin after college, I showed up to the walks not thinking it would ever turn into the incredible community I have today. I was so nervous that I came to my first walk with a list of pre-prepared topics to make me sound impressive because I didn't trust that I was funny, interesting, or intellectual enough.

What I discovered was completely different. The walk isn't about impressing anyone. No one was looking for anything from you. Our job titles never even came up! It was simply about being curious. Bring a topic, share it with the group, and explore. I'd always felt like I had something to prove in conversations, especially with strangers. But here, I could show up knowing absolutely nothing and just riff. For someone as shy as I was, filled with nervous energy and self doubt, that was transformative.

The people I've met have become lifelong friends and mentors. They've guided me in so many ways, given me constructive criticism, called me out when I needed it, and kept me from going off the deep end. The lessons I've learned and the person I've grown into as a result of countless conversations on the walk have massively shaped who I am today.

Arth Vidyarthi, Software Engineer

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