Suzi Levine, Learning When Not to Raise Her Hand: Do You Believe 1 + 1 = 3?

In this chapter, the author presents three short, emblematic examples that elucidate the incremental, significant, sometimes game‐changing value that results from being a connector. Connections create much more potential than people and parts do individually. Connecting empowers and emboldens us because we know we are not alone. Connections make things possible that were not possible and create new things that did not exist. This chapter highlights that when individuals connect their internal passion to the right networks of people, they can go so much farther together. Connections have been a fundamental element of growing SVP from the great idea of a few people in 1997 to a worldwide movement. The chapter presents a quick list of the top six tips about connecting. Connecting creates more potential, more possibilities, and more relationships. You can be a great connector from the front of the pack, from the back of the parade, or walking alongside.