About BHD
Building Her Dream is a media platform, membership community, and movement that celebrates introverted women who are creating success on their own terms.
We believe visibility doesn’t require being loud. It requires being authentic. Through storytelling, community, and gentle strategy, we help introverted women entrepreneurs and professionals grow with confidence, connect meaningfully, and build lives and businesses that align with who they truly are.
What began as a single idea to create a space where quiet voices could be seen and heard has grown into a global community that’s featured more than 200 introverted women, hosted hundreds of conversations, and reached thousands of readers and event attendees around the world.
Whether you join our Her Dream Society membership, attend one of our reflective events, or simply read the inspiring stories on our website, you’ll find a space that feels calm, supportive, and empowering. This is a space where introverted women thrive together.
Our Events Have Reached 4,000 Introverted Women Across 80 Countries
No matter where you are in the world, you belong here.
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Meet Our Founder: Shayla Burtin
Hi there! I’m Shayla Burtin, a business strategist, certified Director of Operations, and proud introvert from Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
After nearly 20 years in operations and HR leadership, I noticed a pattern among the women I worked with: brilliant, talented introverts who were doing incredible work, yet struggling to be seen, heard, or fully valued.
I created Building Her Dream to change that.
Today, I use my expertise in business strategy and visibility to help introverted women show up with confidence, communicate their value, and grow their impact without pretending to be extroverted or burning out in the process.
Through my workshops, strategy sessions, and the Her Dream Society community, I teach introverts how to build authentic visibility. The kind that attracts opportunities, aligns with their energy, and supports the life they truly want.
When I’m not connecting with our members or interviewing inspiring women for our magazine and podcast, you’ll find me hiking in nature or on my couch with Netflix while patiently waiting for Rihanna’s next album.