I was invited to speak to the True Grit and Grace Mastermind — a powerful community led by Amberly Lago, known for inspiring resilience, grit, and authentic connection.

About True Grit and Grace

True Grit and Grace is more than a mastermind — it’s a movement. Founded by Amberly Lago, bestselling author, TEDx speaker, and resilience coach, the program empowers entrepreneurs, leaders, and change-makers to:

  • Cultivate resilience in business and life

  • Build a purpose-driven brand

  • Expand impact through authentic connection

  • Harness grit to overcome adversity and create lasting success

Members of the mastermind gain access to intimate coaching, strategic resources, and a network of high-caliber peers dedicated to growth.

Devin’s Session Highlights

During his session, Devin shared his proven strategies for growing a network and scaling faster without burnout. Highlights included:

  • The Connection Expansion Framework – turning one-to-one relationships into many-to-many opportunities

  • The Big 3, Little 3 Productivity Hack – keeping momentum while avoiding overwhelm

  • Leveraging community-based collaboration for exponential growth

  • Real-world examples of deals, partnerships, and opportunities born from intentional networking

Why This Matters

Both ACES Connection Group and True Grit and Grace share the same core belief — that the right relationships can change everything. This collaboration was a perfect fit, bringing together two powerhouse communities committed to helping members achieve greater impact, income, and fulfillment.

Want More?

If you missed Devin’s mastermind session, keep an eye out for upcoming opportunities to learn from him directly inside the ACES Connection Group. You can also explore Amberly Lago’s True Grit and Grace programs at truegritandgrace.com.