Common Grounds

Free, virtual, peer-to-peer mentoring.

Common Grounds is your space to connect with fellow pros to talk about the real stuff we're all navigating... career transitions, workplace challenges, work-life balance, professional growth, and everything in between. No agenda. Just open dialogue with people who get it.

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Hosted by local pros from orgs we trust Cape-wide.
Common Grounds Karolina
VIRTUAL
Building Teams That Stay... Without Starting Over Every Year
Hosted by Karolina Pena
April 28, 2026
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Common Grounds Stephanie
VIRTUAL
Scaling Up... Without Scaling Back the Fun
Hosted by Stephanie Rose-Locke
May 26, 2026
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Common Grounds Topher
VIRTUAL
Growing Your Audience... Without Chasing Every Trend
Hosted by Topher Lynch
June 30, 2026
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Common Grounds Matt
VIRTUAL
Using AI to Work Smarter... Without Losing the Human Touch
Hosted by Matt Stephens
July 28, 2026
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Common Grounds Alexis
VIRTUAL
Leading as a Neurodivergent Biz Owner... Without Masking Who You Are
Hosted by Alexis Charles
September 29, 2026
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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How It Works

  1. Show up. Sessions are held virtually via Zoom, making it easy to join from anywhere on the Cape (or off).

  2. Share. Bring your questions, challenges, or wins. This is a judgment-free space to learn from each other's experiences.

  3. Listen and learn. Leave with new perspectives, practical advice, and connections that extend beyond the session.

Who Should Join

Common Grounds is open to everyone, CCYP members and non-members alike. Great for those who are:

  • Navigating a career transition

  • Starting a business or side hustle

  • Feeling stuck

  • Looking for community and connection

  • Just wanting to learn from others 

Explore Notes from Past Common Grounds

Take a look at topics we've discussed in past sessions.

Goal-Setting

Without Burning Out in the Process

Giving and Getting Feedback

Without Stalling Your Growth

How to Coach and Mentor

Without Second Guessing Yourself

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