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EPISODE · Mar 20, 2026 · 19 MIN

Why you feel anxious about inviting people over (and how to fix it) with Ashlee Gadd, Author and Founder of Coffee and Crumbs and Friendship expert Danielle Bayard Jackson

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You want to host more often, but you're anxious about having people over. Why? (And how do you fix it?)In this interview with Ashlee Gadd, founder of Coffee and Crumbs and co-author of You're In Good Company: The Gift of Friendship, Motherhood, and Showing Up, you'll learn:3 common fears about hosting in your home (and how to get over them)2 ideas for lowkey gatheringshow to bridge the gap between Pinterest-worthy hangs and pajama-themed get-togethersJOIN OFFICE HOURS AND GET *MORE*Members of our private $9 Office Hours community will receive bonus material (6 extra minutes!) from this episode, a bonus "lowkey hang" idea, and an excerpt from Ashlee's book.Join NOW for a 14 FREE TRIAL!!!!!https://www.betterfemalefriendships.com/podcastGET ASHLEE'S BOOKGet Ashlee's book "You're in Good Company" here: https://www.coffeeandcrumbs.net/book/INVITE DANIELLE TO SPEAK AT YOUR EVENTIf you're looking for a speaker to share the research about women's cooperation, communication, and conflict, invite Danielle Bayard Jackson for your event. Learn more about her work, experience, and services at daniellebayardjackson.com. Then send your speaking inquiry to [email protected] today.

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