How I Built 8-Figure Relationships on Instagram

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Aug 12, 2025

Discover the secrets to authentic networking on Instagram! Learn a powerful 4-step framework to build real relationships with influential founders, showcasing the importance of collaboration over competition. Hear firsthand experiences, including how connections started from zero expectations. Uncover the impact of story-driven engagement compared to cold DMs, and find out how to transition from a fan to a peer. This insightful discussion is packed with actionable steps to expand your dream network, one DM at a time!

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INSIGHT

Network With An Abundance Mindset

Jasmine frames networking as abundance: help others and expand the room for everyone.
This mindset shifts focus from getting in the room to growing the room together.

ADVICE

Repeatable 4-Step Networking Playbook

Do Follow, Study, Engage, Invite as a repeatable networking playbook.
Use it to move strangers into collaborative relationships on Instagram.

ANECDOTE

DM That Turned Into A Mastermind Win

Jasmine followed, studied, engaged, then sent a value-first DM to Shay.
That DM led to a Zoom, Shay speaking to a mastermind, and real funding outcomes.

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When they win, I win. When I win, they win.

That’s how I approach networking. It’s not about “getting in the room”—it’s about expanding the room so we can all win together.

In this episode of The Jasmine Star Show, I’m pulling back the curtain on how I’ve intentionally used Instagram to build real relationships with 8-figure founders—relationships that started with zero connections and zero expectations.

Here’s the deal: people are always asking me, “Jasmine, how did you get into that room? How did you build a network of powerful founders?” And today, I’m breaking it ALL down.

But I’m not giving you theory. I’m giving you the actual steps I used. Plus, I’m sharing two real-life examples of women I met on Instagram who are now part of my mastermind and personal network.

Here’s what you’ll learn:

The exact 4-step framework I use to build authentic relationships online (Follow. Study. Engage. Invite.)
How I built a connection with Shay Bacani, a powerhouse in the beauty and wellness funding space
Why story-driven engagement and real connection is more powerful than cold DMs
How to shift from being a fan to being a peer (this part is gold)

Whether you’re scaling to eight figures, seeking strategic partnerships, or just trying to connect with like-minded founders—you’ll walk away from this episode with a clear, simple roadmap to start building your dream network… one DM at a time.

And yes, I even read my actual DMs to Shay. (Spoiler alert: there’s nothing fancy—just intentional connection.)

It’s time to build a network that matches your ambition.

Let’s get to work.

Click play to hear all of this and:

[00:01] Why abundance and connection matter more than “getting in the room”

[00:56] Why stories—not just strategies—connect us the most

[01:20] A sneak peek into Jasmine’s current focus: business acquisition and advisory work

[02:58] How Instagram's algorithm helped Jasmine find her people (shoutout to IG!)

[03:52] Real-life example: How Jasmine discovered and connected with Shay Makani

[04:46] How Jasmine used Story replies, thoughtful engagement, and DMs to build trust

[05:40] The exact DMs Jasmine used to move from follower to Zoom call with an 8-figure founder

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