Dennis Doran hosts Jeff Perry, the creator of the Engineering Career Coach podcast, as they explore the role of employee connection in the workplace and its effect on personal well-being and organizational success. They discuss the health risks and financial burdens caused by loneliness and a lack of connection. Leadership is highlighted as essential in building a culture of connection, with leaders encouraged to set an example and prioritize the well-being of their teams. The conversation stresses the need for connection at every level of the organization, as well as the importance of self-awareness, soft skills, curiosity, inclusion, and diversity in leadership. The episode wraps up with a recommendation for leaders to ask questions to better understand themselves and their team members.
