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How To Make
Connections Count In A
Hyper-Connected World
Connecting as a leadership skill
is more than sending messages
By Dr. Francis Eberle
The bevy of digital connection
options that got many of
us through isolation during the
pandemic has caused a distinct
shift in the way we work. These
enhanced connection methods
created an increase in the trend
of constant connection. As a
leader, you may feel required to
be plugged into an email, internal
communication systems, social
media platforms, your telephone,
and professional networks. You
might feel like there is no off
button.
In your typical day, how much
time do you give to connection
platforms? Now compare that
with the time you interact with
employees and colleagues in
person, on the telephone, and
over video in a meaningful way.
Connecting is good, right? But not
all connection methods are equal.
The key to real connection is
purpose. Leaders should work to
keep their vision or purpose at
the forefront of communication
efforts. Having a laser focus
on purpose, and helping teams
and employees engage in that
purpose, should be at the core
of what you do and how you
connect.
A report by Qualtrics XM Institute
in March 2021 stated that 74%
of global employees reported the
same or an increased level of
connection as they had before the
pandemic. This is likely thanks
to technology. But it is how that
“connected” time is spent that is
worthy of focus.
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