What is Connection? Connection is the lifeline of teams — the invisible thread that links people, purpose, and performance. In Reconnecting Workspaces, I wrote that “connection is the glue that binds the hybrid world together.” It’s not a soft skill; it’s a structural necessity.At its core, connection means people feel seen, heard, and valued. It’s the capacity to stay in relationship even when we disagree or work apart. In brain science, connection activates the social ci [...]
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Why Connection Matters in Times Of Change During change, uncertainty creates distance. Pressure narrows focus and erodes empathy. That’s why connection is mission-critical.Reconnecting Workspaces notes that “relationships are the new infrastructure.” When disruption hits, connected teams adjust faster because they can coordinate without micromanagement. They share context, not just tasks.Connection also reduces change fatigue. When people feel part of something bigger, they’re more resilient. The social su [...]
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How We build Connection Connection grows through attention, rhythm, and ritual.1️⃣ Start with presence. Slow down enough to notice people. A moment of recognition at the start of a meeting can shift the entire tone.2️⃣ Design micro-moments. As Reconnecting Workspaces suggests, short check-ins, shared playlists, or visual dashboards bridge physical and digital divides.3️⃣ Model vulnerability. Leaders who share learning and admit uncertainty invite authenticity.4️͉ [...]
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What Is Collaboration? Collaboration is the coordinated flow of diverse talent toward shared purpose. In From One to Many, I describe it as “co-creating the agenda and the outcome.” It’s not just working together — it’s thinking together.In an experience-design lens, collaboration is the choreography of contribution. It relies on clarity of roles, trust in process, and an openness to iteration.Hybrid and digital environments demand new forms of collaboration: asynchronous, visual, [...]
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Why Collaboration Matters in Times Of change Change amplifies interdependence. No single person sees the whole system anymore. Collaboration turns complexity into collective intelligence.In crises, siloed responses slow everything down. Reconnecting Workspaces highlighted how cross-functional “circles of collaboration” shortened decision loops and built shared ownership.Collaboration also strengthens engagement. When people have a voice in shaping solutions, commitment replaces compliance.For coaching practitioners, this [...]
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