Connection is not a credit card swipe.  It's an investment.In this heartfelt and energizing conversation, we’re joined by Alli Kushner, Global Operations Lead at LinkedIn and founder of BeeKyn, a startup helping working parents find meaningful playdate connections for their kids and themselves.We dive deep into how modern life complicates authentic connection and how Alli is tackling that challenge head-on. From the emotional toll of postpartum depression to the triumph of building something that brings people together offline, Alli shares her story with grace, wisdom, and warmth.We discuss:Why connecting as a parent is a logistical and emotional challengeThe surprising Venn diagram of building genuine friendships as a caregiverHow postpartum depression inspired Alli to create a solution for real-life connectionThe difference between networking and investing in relationshipsWhat it takes to show up, reach out, and build community without an agendaThis episode is a beautiful, honest reminder of why human connection matters and how it can shape us in life-changing ways. Enjoy! __________👉 Find Alli on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/allisonkushner/👉 Learn more about BeeKyn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/beekynco/👉 Follow Joy of Connecting Show on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-joy-of-connecting-show/👉 And get bi-weekly, actionable tips for building your network and connecting with meaning: https://thejoyofconnectingshow.substack.com/