Jun 01 2023 43 mins
Join us as we explore the concept of third spaces with Ronke Faleti, founder and CEO of korédé. Discover the benefits these spaces offer individuals seeking community and connection in an increasingly disconnected world. Ronke shares her personal journey and unveils the tremendous relief and freedom third spaces offer. We deep dive into how these spaces provide companionship without the pressure to conform, empowering individuals to be their authentic selves and remove stress from their lives.
Ronke Faleti is the visionary behind korédé House, a third space community that’s not home (“first” space) or work (”second” space); that centers mothers with limited access to generational help or wealth; and addresses burn-out, isolation, and guilt.
Ronke previously worked at JPMorgan Chase and Wells Fargo Advisors, overseeing initiatives around client experience, communications, acquisition, and retention.
She’s an entrepreneur, a visionary, an innovator, but above all, a loving mother to her four beautiful children.
Key Takeaways
In an increasingly digital and disconnected world, third spaces offer a physical or virtual haven where individuals can find support, build relationships, and engage in meaningful conversations.
There’s an overwhelming pressure to conform to expectations, constantly explaining and proving oneself.
Loneliness poses a significant challenge in Western societies and has a detrimental impact on overall well-being.
Quotes
“We might all read the New York Times, but we're not in the same community.” - Ronke Faleti
“When you have a space, then you can create those kinds of programming, that storytelling in nature, and that creates community and the house takes care of the restorative care. Because the place you can just be, there's no need to be productive. We can be a human being not a human doing.”
“The environment dictates your level of confidence.” - Ronke Faleti
“The problem that we were trying to solve with our social real estate platform, was that sick feeling that everybody gets inside when they think about all the things they have to do by themselves. They have to check all those boxes and things to not let them fall through the cracks. It's a lot.” - Daniel Jakubisin
3 Things
What is something you possess that could be useful to someone else?
What is your favorite third space, what makes it special, and how can you take a piece of that special quality home with you?
How does experiencing a problem impact your efforts to bring solutions to others
Resources
Books:
The Courage To Be Disliked: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/43306206-the-courage-to-be-disliked
Looking for a community where you can relax and be your authentic self? Check out https://www.koredehouse.com and follow Ronke on social media!
Twitter: https://twitter.com/ronke_faleti?lang=en
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ronkefaleti
Connect with team Doorward Nate and Jake on LinkedIn!
Nate LeBlanc: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nathan-leblanc-a8442a221
Daniel Jakubisin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danieljakubisin
Peter Costanzo: https://www.linkedin.com/in/petercostanzojr
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