The spark was a personal challenge to make more connections. It ignited into a network of Dot Connectors that I couldn’t imagine my life without. And our connections are making an impact!
Featured in Thrive Global
Women Need to Keep Helping Women, Even Though It’s Hard Right Now.
Published in Digiday
Networking in the Time of Coronavirus
“While virtual networking meet ups have become common and create space for less formal conversation, agency execs say that at times it can feel hollow as people are sharing their stories but there’s no need to connect further. Jen DaSilva, president of creative agency Berlin Cameron and founder of the networking group Connect4Women, believes part of the problem with virtual networking is that it doesn’t feel actionable.”
Published in Thrive Magazine
Why Women Should Prioritize Connections
“Studies have shown that females need two networks — one a diverse network of both men and women, and another separate female network. I’m a firm believer in building, growing and fostering a female network. It’s crucial to women’s success, because we’re stronger when we lift each other up together...”
Published in AW360
Now More Than Ever is the Time to Connect
“Last March, I launched #Connect4Women, an initiative designed to build and strengthen female networks across industries. The idea was simple (connecting four women per weekday be sending two emails) and it was a huge success. Women came together, sparking partnerships, friendships and new ideas…”
All Hands Podcast with Katelin Holloway
Business is a Two Way Street.
“ I think one of the things about a network and client business and your employees is that it's always a two way street, right? You need to be giving as much as you're getting.”
Mind of A Mentor Podcast
Set Microgoals for Yourself.
“I challenged myself to make 4 connections a day in March 2019. It was called Connect4Women. Because it was a challenge, I had to live up to it. It opened up my network. I ended up meeting someone new everyday. Meeting someone new allows the connections to be easier.
Think about setting yourself a tiny challenge that you can achieve.”
Featured in Biz Women
In Her Words
"If I had to describe my experience during COVID-19 in two words, it would be “constant change,” which has been tough, as a person who has always had a hard time dealing with change. From adapting to a new virtual office reality to moving three times with my husband and two young boys, life has felt like a series of uncontrollable events…”